Knowledge and Network for Meaningful Strategic Impact.
Navigate government, policy, and the environment with insight and connections.
Intelligence Reports
Soma Mater has begun to produce Intelligence Reports on Food and Water Security and Net Zero in the MENA Region, focusing on critical areas such as food and water security, food trade, energy transition, and sustainability.
Our reports are designed to give insights on the regional narratives, emerging trends, challenges, government policies and strategies and vital to better understanding the narrative of Sustainability in the region.
Upcoming Soma Events
We will be hosting a Live Online Session this month and would like to invite you to join or further refer to someone who this could be relevant to.
A partnership built on trust
“I can recommend Soma Mater as a consulting firm for any organization that is looking to data-driven solutions and transformative implementation in the food, water, and energy nexus. It is a pleasure working with Soma Mater, and I would gladly continue to work with them in the future.”
“We know of no other consultancy with the unique blend of technical knowledge of the food sector combined with intimate understanding and high-level access within the political environment governing local and federal authorities.”
“Soma Mater is a perfect gateway to the UAE market for any company pursuing a green, sustainable vision of the future economy. Dr. Majid Al Qassimi is a dynamic, hardworking, charismatic business leader with a wealth of experience in both government and private sectors.”
At Soma Mater, we understand your challenges and are here to guide you every step of the way.
Enabling your business’ success
Strategic Advisory for Sustainable Growth
Accelerate problem-solving and unlock
new opportunities for your organization. Make connections, mediate with key industry stakeholders and advocate for sustainability – driving positive change in the region.
Market Access and
Regulation Support
Advocate and support the government
in developing regulations that align with international trade requirements.
Navigate the industry landscape, gain access to global markets, and position your brand for success in a competitive environment.
Uncover the Narrative
and Shape the Future
Research and analyze sustainability
policy and legislation while uncovering narratives that resonate with your target audience.
Drive our clients’ narratives through
the stakeholder ecosystem.
What does Soma Mater mean?
The word SOMA is the Latin word for the body of an organism. The body is made up of many parts that work together. The word MATER is the Latin word for “Mother” and is a reference to the Earth as the mother system of bodies and organisms.
SOMA MATER speaks to mother Earth / the mother system. The mother embraces and sees all the parts, just like SOMA MATER strives to see all the Middle East countries and how they can support a sustainable region.
The mother mediates between the members and similarly SOMA MATER strives to bridge the gap between private and public sectors.
Engagements
As a knowledge network, we will be hosting "Open thematic Sessions" every month to educate, discuss and facilitate this knowledge with you!
Our themes for 2024 are: Government Structure Reshuffle, Carbon Credits, Net Zero, Food System Funding, Circularity and Academia Funding.
Also consider exploring our insights section, where white papers are regularly published.
Insights
At SOMA MATER, we regularly publish white papers on a variety of topics. Consider exploring our insights section for more.
Creating pathways between sustainability and longevity
Sept 10, 2024
Our latest white paper dives into how we can build a future that prioritizes both long-term environmental sustainability and quality of life. Discover the innovative pathways we're creating to ensure a thriving, multigenerational future in the UAE.
The Current State of Saudi Arabia’s Food Policies
July 04, 2024
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is the largest country in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) with a population of 36.4 million in 2022 (World Bank) and a land area covering 80% of the Arab Peninsula.
Harvesting Rainwater – The Untapped Potential
Apr 17, 2024
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is renowned for its iconic skylines, advanced technological integration and rapid urban development.
Global Food Waste Policies: A Comparative Analysis
Mar 1, 2024
Food waste and loss is a critical global challenge with environmental, socio-economic, and ethical implications.
Harvesting Resilience: The UAE's Path to Sustainable Food System
Nov 1, 2023
In a groundbreaking move, COP27, the UN climate conference in 2022, allocated an entire day solely focused on agriculture and food—a timely response to the ongoing global food crisis.
What Are the Future Foods of the UAE?
Sept 30, 2023
The United Arab Emirates has embarked on a transformative journey towards localizing its food production.
“Knowledge is power, and we empower our clients.”
— Shaikh Dr. Majid Sultan Al Qassimi, Founder
Who We Empower
Start-up leaders
Understanding your challenges, goals, and future visions in the Food and Sustainability space. Our team is passionate about supporting disruptors positively impacting the Middle East.
Business leaders
Company CEOs who want to execute and engage confidently in the Middle East food and sustainability ecosystem. We understand the need to be informed and primed for opportunity.
Impact leaders
Senior business leaders shaping the Middle East and driving the future sustainability of our region and Food System. We Elevate their impact and create synergy for a lasting legacy.
Our Services
We provide our clients with the confidence to navigate the system through knowledge facilitation.
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We deliver informed strategic advice to help achieve goals, tackle challenges and mitigate risks
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We bring together global expertise with local context to deliver highly unique projects.
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We use our extensive network and regional knowledge to bring together information that is otherwise difficult to find, hard to interpret and we give you insight and contextual meaning.
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We deliver information and capabilities to our clients through deep knowledge of multilayer networks.
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Also consider exploring our insights section, where white papers are regularly published.
Engage our specialists
with local Insights and
global reach.
Navigate the region or lobby for change.
We’ll connect you with key decision-makers and share expert knowledge. Thrive with our data-driven solutions and transform your business.
We care that every company trying to make a positive impact on the Middle East food and sustainability ecosystem has access to our unique and specialized knowledge and network to succeed.
Connect with us
Soma Mater Consultancies
The Binary Tower, Office 1804,
Business Bay
Dubai, UAE