Our Story
Development Consulting Agency
Established in 2007, Medal Consulting has earned a reputation as a trusted partner in advancing sustainable, locally driven socio-economic development across the MENA region and beyond. Our experience spans a range of relevant sectors, including gender-focused studies, labor market assessments, socio-economic impact evaluations, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Medal’s collaborative approach, underpinned by a human-centered philosophy, has enabled us to deliver impactful results for our clients.
Mission
To assist governments and empower businesses and organizations with strategic solutions that drive inclusive, sustainable development, foster business growth, and enhance organizational capacity.
Vision
A world where inclusive, sustainable, and locally-driven development thrives—fueling growth, empowering communities, and shaping resilient futures.
Medal Consulting
Driven by Purpose, Powered by Global Expertise
We’re more than consultants — we are changemakers. Our work supports systems that uplift the most vulnerable, strengthen local institutions, and enable communities to build their own futures.
Whether we’re designing systems for large-scale programs, driving socioeconomic development, supporting women entrepreneurs and MSMEs with business growth strategies and access to international markets, or building the capacity of public institutions and civil society, we do it all with one guiding principle: put people and local interest first.
From localizing National Visions & SDGs to advancing inclusive market access, our solutions are crafted to be practical, impactful, and deeply human-centered.
Our Core Values
At the heart of Medal’s success is a diverse, agile team committed to excellence. We combine global insights with deep local knowledge, leveraging partnerships and technology to create tailored, practical strategies that deliver measurable results.
Industries We Serve
Medal Consulting is a trusted partner in planning, managing, and assessing socioeconomic development, business growth, and capacity building. We empower organizations with innovative, human-centered solutions to drive meaningful change.
Make a positive impact on the world
Join us as we shape the future of inclusive development, one project, one community, and one breakthrough at a time
Experienced Team
Our strength lies in our people—a diverse group of professionals with expertise spanning policy, business strategy, and community development. Supported by a network of over 200 consultants, trainers, and international advisors, our team is dedicated to delivering excellence in every project. Our collaborative spirit and commitment to quality have earned us the trust of clients and partners worldwide.
Dr. Rana Al Akhal
Founder & Managing Director
Lama Al Smadi
Business Administration Manager
Yara Al-Khub
Socioeconomic Development Officer
Wissam Abu Al-Neel
Export Readiness Officer
TESTIMONIALS
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Medal Consulting operates across 10+ countries worldwide, with active projects in the Middle East, Gulf, and South Europe.