The Project:
Forbes Arabia was launched in Dubai, UAE, in May 2004, as an expansion of the journalistic heritage of Forbes International into the Arab world. The new publication was based on the leading international magazine’s strong foundation in finance and business. The majority of the new magazine’s content are translated articles from the American, European and Asian editions for Forbes.
The Challenge:
Forbes Arabia’s editorial management realized early on the extent of the challenges they faced:
> Mirroring the unique editing style of Forbes International
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> Publishing the magazine on time in accordance with the highest journalistic standards;
> Committing to the monthly deadlines;
> The gravity and sensitivity of the information presented in the magazine, and the editorial responsibility underpinning it.
Tabeer, The Ideal Partner:
Forbes Arabia decided to reach out to Tabeer, in order to allow the magazine’s editorial team to focus their efforts on their core tasks; covering and preparing locally edited material related to Arab markets.
Tabeer’s Approach:
> Study Forbes International in terms of editorial policy, journalistic language, and style.
> Hold workshops for our team to ensure a comprehensive understanding of how financial
markets, stock exchanges, trading, entrepreneurship, and pioneering projects operate.
markets, stock exchanges, trading, entrepreneurship, and pioneering projects operate.
> Prepare a glossary of economic and financial terminology used in the magazine, as well as the latest economic studies, and in the American, British, and Asian press.
Tabeer and Forbes Arabia Over the Years:
A strong and direct relationship quickly developed between Tabeer and Forbes Arabia, particularly with the magazine’s editor-in-chief, Dr. Sulaiman Al-Hattlan, expressing his admiration for the translations we provided. We continue to be proud to have played a vital role in the success of Forbes Arabia.
Tabeer consistently met Forbes Arabia’s requirements and exceed its expectations in terms of:
> Delivering large quantities of materials within the sometimes quite tight deadlines, allowing
the magazine to be issued on time, in addition to ensuring a stock of reserve materials to be used in emergency circumstances.
the magazine to be issued on time, in addition to ensuring a stock of reserve materials to be used in emergency circumstances.
> Maintaining the highest standards of accuracy of sensitive information.
> Ensuring translations are culturally aware.
> Delivering materials that meet publish ready and to the satisfaction of the editorial team.
> Providing additional value to support the original content to address Arab readers, and meet their specific needs, style, and taste.
> Adding a unique and original, high-level Arab cultural touch to the magazine’s translated material.
The Results:
Forbes Arabia rapidly established itself as a leading publication in the world of Arab financial and business journalism. Over several years, and up to the publication of its latest issue, Forbes Arabia consistently set the tone and pace for business journalism in the Arab region. This achievement is attributed to the accurate and eloquent Arabic journalistic language, which not only met but also surpassed the sophistication of Forbes’s editions published in other languages.
An accomplished marketing and communications professional with 11 years of experience. As a business development and success manager, Farah brings strategic insights to businesses across various verticals to help drive growth and achieve numeric goals. Farah also brings her creative expertise to our cultural team, contributing to innovative client communication strategies. Farah is also a published author with two published novels in Arabic. 
A seasoned English -Arabic translator with over 26 years of experience. Nizar has translated major articles on business, science, politics, and administration for renowned some of our most clients. Nizar has extensive experience translating commercial brochures and technical catalogs. Nizar holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Damascus University.
Ali has always been drawn to the power of words. Whether they’re on the screen or the printed page, he believes words connect people and spark meaningful, progressive change. His creative and professional work aims at sharing perspectives and knowledge to bridge divides and tackle the challenges we face as a species. His creative work and essays draw from his passion for film, cultural identity, philosophy and social and political justice.
As translator and editor, Fawaz Jarrah draws on a wealth of experience in writing in both English and Arabic languages for international and GCC media organisations for the past 30 years. His work includes translation of news articles and analyses, features on the economy, technology, culture and philanthropy, high-profile interviews, press releases, and books. His skills cover copywriting and content development. Fawaz holds a bachelor’s degree from the Lebanese American University.
Fadwa is also a bilingual author with ten books bearing her name. She was part of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature in 2014 and 2015. Her short stories and translations have appeared in numerous literary publications in the Middle East, UK, and USA. Her work has been translated into French and Italian.
Media expert, researcher, columnist, and journalist with over 20 years of experience in editing, media, and training. He is a regular contributor to leading newspapers in the region with his research and articles on Middle Eastern political, cultural, and current affairs. 
With 17 years of editing and writing experience, Hani is a published author in his own right, and a regular writer for various highly respected magazines, ezines, and websites. Hani’s experience includes guest and ghost-writing for life coaching blogs and articles. 
Suzanne Kazan is a multilingual professional with 15 years of translation experience under her belt. She undertakes language consultancy for international NGOs specializing in legal and human rights matters. She also specializes in Arabic copywriting for some of our renowned brands in the marketing industry within the Middle East.
Founder and CEO of AK Venture Investment, Dubai. Aymen is an investor, entrepreneur, and professor of management and innovation. He holds several positions in both the public and private sectors in the UAE, including Executive Head of Institutional Advancement at the American University of Ras Al Khaimah. 
Founder & CEO of the Carbon Management Company ImpactGulf, Abu Dhabi. Climate advocate and entrepreneur with a passion for greentech and innovative and purpose-driven ventures; winner of several innovation awards; Novelist. Over 25 years of experience in business administration, business development, strategic marketing and in startups, innovation & technology consulting.