Governance and capital, decoded every month.
Governance,
Risk & Compliance
Practical governance architectures for startups, founders and established organisations — board structures, regulatory frameworks, risk management, internal controls and AML/CFT compliance.
Our PracticeCapital Markets &
Private Market Investments
Investment research and evaluation, angel funds and investor networks, private equity, private market opportunities and due diligence — disciplined across India, Singapore, the UK and the UAE.
Our PracticeMaking Moves Matter.
Business is a chessboard. Governance and capital are its two halves — and the game is won at the intersection. We help founders and investors see the board, read the position, and make the moves that compound into long-term value.
Two verticals, One discipline.
Our practice is organised across two distinct but connected verticals — each with its own focus, together forming a single discipline.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Board Structures
- Advisory on board composition, charters and effective governance practices.
Regulatory & Compliance Frameworks
- Frameworks aligned to UAE and cross-border regulatory requirements.
Risk Management
- Risk identification, assessment and mitigation tailored to your stage.
Secretarial & Governance Audits
- Independent reviews of governance and secretarial practices.
Internal Controls & Policy
- Practical controls and policies suited to early-stage operations.
AML / CFT Compliance
- AML/CFT risk assessments, CDD frameworks and reporting support.
Capital Markets & Private Market Investments
Investment Research & Evaluation
- Research and evaluation support for early-stage investment decisions.
Angel Funds & Investor Networks
- Connections to angel and investor networks across our corridors.
Private Equity & Private Market Opportunities
- Access to private market opportunities and structured deals.
Due Diligence & Investment Advisory
- Due diligence and advisory to support informed capital decisions.
UAE · INDIA · UK · SINGAPORE
Contact Us NowBeyond the headline. Into what matters.
Our perspective on the forces shaping governance, business and capital markets across the UAE, India, the UK and Singapore — beyond what happened, into why it matters and what may come next.
Alliances and memberships that extend our reach across capital and governance.
We hold selective partnerships and professional memberships with institutions, platforms and industry bodies that complement our advisory work — connecting clients to deeper expertise, broader networks and recognised standards across our markets. Each entry below is described in the entity's own words, drawn directly from its official website.
Indian Business and Professionals Council
IBPC Dubai is the largest association of Indian businessmen and professionals established under the aegis of Dubai Chambers. It plays the important role of a trusted facilitator in India-UAE bilateral trade and economic relationship. IBPC Dubai acts as the intermediary for UAE nationals to understand how to expand in India and for Indian businesses to establish a footprint in UAE. It strives to do so through its vast network of businessmen and professionals in both regions and also through strong relationships with governments and key industry bodies of both countries.
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International Compliance Association
The International Compliance Association (ICA) is the leading professional body for the global regulatory and financial crime compliance community.
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LVX
LVX (formerly LetsVenture) is India's private market platform, connecting investors to high-quality deals and founders to the right backers. RISA is proud to support LVX as one of its local partners in the UAE for its LVX Corridor launch in 2026-27.
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ICCA
ICCA, the International Congress and Convention Association is the global meetings industry network. ICCA can assist meeting organisers in finding the main specialists in handling, transporting, and accommodating international events. ICCA offers a variety of benefits for suppliers, such as networking, education, and promotion, as well as business opportunities through databases containing valuable information on congress organisers and details on international meetings. - ICCA - ICCA
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Whether you are a founder embedding governance from the outset or an investor evaluating a private market opportunity, we welcome a confidential conversation.