“Almanar” is Arabic for lighthouse.

Almanar Consultancy shines a light on Arab & Islamic culture, education, consumer habits, service etiquette, social protocols, and business practice to show you ways to work at your best and avoid the costs of error.

Your cultural competence impacts on your business. We build your competence for the Arab region and teach you how to use it.

Some feedback from our clients…

“I have been in the Middle East a few times, but Fiona helped clarify my observations and gave me an understanding about what is important to Arabs”

“Our staff now feel far better prepared and confident to deal with the sorts of issues our clients from the Gulf Arab region present”

“Fiona Hill’s work helps enormously in turning around outdated perceptions of doing business . . . The Australia Arab Chamber of Commerce & Industry is proud to support such an active advocate of sound relationship building”

“Fiona’s knowledge and level of access to people is exceptional. I can’t think of anyone who could provide this level of access in Asia which is where my work has been for the past 7 years”

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