At GELM Consulting, we provide clients with actionable intelligence that empowers them to make informed decisions in complex environments. Our work spans due diligence, market entry, asset tracing, and legal investigation support across the Gulf region.

The following three case studies illustrate how we translate our expertise into results, showcasing our ability to combine discretion, rigorous research, and regional insight to protect client interests and deliver strategic clarity.

A major European financial institution approached GELM Consulting with concerns regarding a large logistics company in which it held significant investments. Allegations of money laundering and embezzlement had surfaced in the company’s home jurisdiction, raising the risk of reputational and financial exposure for the institution and its clients.

GELM Consulting conducted a multi-track investigation designed to provide the client with a clear and actionable risk assessment:

1. Human Source Inquiries – Through discreet engagement with current and former employees, we identified serious concerns about the legitimacy of the company’s income streams. Several insiders indicated that key contracts were connected to politically exposed individuals and lacked transparent accounting.
    
2. Legal Document Review – Our team obtained and analyzed official court filings and government-issued documents from the company’s home jurisdiction. These materials substantiated allegations of embezzlement and revealed ongoing legal proceedings tied to senior management.
    
3. Independent Verification – To ensure that findings were unimpeachable, GELM Consulting engaged trusted legal partners and provided the client with certified translations of critical documents. This allowed the institution’s compliance and legal teams to independently verify the concerns we had identified.
    

On the basis of our investigation, the financial institution withdrew its services from the logistics company, thereby mitigating exposure and protecting investor funds. By acting swiftly and decisively, the institution avoided potential regulatory penalties, reputational harm, and financial losses.

This case underscores GELM Consulting’s ability to combine discreet human source inquiries, documentary evidence gathering, and legal verification to deliver actionable intelligence. Our tailored approach empowered the client to act with confidence in a high-risk, politically sensitive environment.

A multinational corporation approached GELM Consulting seeking clarity on the regulatory and procedural requirements for establishing operations in Kuwait. The client required a comprehensive understanding of the legal, commercial, and administrative steps involved in setting up a local business entity. Their internal teams had struggled to navigate conflicting information, creating delays and uncertainty in their market-entry planning.

GELM Consulting designed a bespoke “How-To” manual that provided clear, step-by-step guidance for the client. Our process included:

1. Regulatory Mapping – We conducted a thorough review of Kuwaiti laws and regulations governing foreign investment, corporate registration, and sector-specific licensing. This ensured the client had accurate and up-to-date information.
    
2. Administrative Procedures – We detailed the precise requirements and timelines for each stage of business setup, from securing local sponsorship and commercial registration to tax registration and labor approvals.
    
3. Practical Guidance – To enhance usability, we supplemented the manual with checklists, flowcharts, and contact points within relevant government ministries. We also provided the client with vetted local legal and accounting contacts for ongoing support.
    

The resulting manual gave the client a clear roadmap for market entry, eliminating uncertainty and reducing the risk of costly missteps. The corporation successfully initiated its business setup process in Kuwait with confidence, saving both time and resources.

This case highlights GELM Consulting’s ability to transform complex regulatory environments into accessible, actionable guidance. By equipping clients with a tailored roadmap, we help global businesses expand into the Gulf region with efficiency, compliance, and strategic foresight.

A leading international law firm retained GELM Consulting to support litigation efforts against a Gulf national accused of large-scale embezzlement and fraud across multiple jurisdictions. The individual had evaded arrest warrants by relocating to a Gulf state, and the client required reliable intelligence regarding both their whereabouts and the extent of their remaining assets in the region.

GELM Consulting undertook a targeted asset-tracing and verification exercise, structured around three key lines of inquiry:

1. Private and Corporate Asset Review – We examined commercial records, property registries, and corporate filings to identify assets held directly and indirectly by the subject, including businesses registered under family and associate names.
    
2. Network and Lifestyle Analysis – Leveraging discreet human-source inquiries and open-source intelligence, we developed a profile of the subject’s day-to-day activities, associations, and financial linkages, focusing on evidence of continued economic influence.
    
3. Domicile Verification – Through corroborated intelligence sources, GELM Consulting confirmed the subject’s residence at a specific address in the Gulf, aligning with observed asset holdings and local activity.
    

Our findings enabled the law firm to advance its case with precise intelligence on the subject’s domicile and asset base. This information strengthened enforcement strategies and allowed the client to pursue legal remedies with greater confidence and clarity.

This case demonstrates GELM Consulting’s ability to integrate asset tracing, human-source intelligence, and legal support in highly sensitive environments. By confirming both the subject’s physical presence and asset footprint, we provided the client with actionable intelligence essential for cross-border legal enforcement.

 At GELM Consulting, we understand that every client faces unique challenges. To discuss how we can support your specific needs with discretion and precision, please contact us for a confidential consultation.