Chrysalis provides highly personalised business setup services to corporate clients and individuals who are setting up their companies, branches or subsidiaries in the UAE.
Our team full of passionate professionals is dedicated to helping you find the best-suited solutions when establishing a company in the UAE. Not only do we advise you on the corporate structure and jurisdiction to choose from, but we also make sure to cover all technical, administrative and financial aspects of UAE business setup.
Your business setup journey doesn't stop there, which is why we offer additional services to get your business up and running after the establishment. We can help you with your company's accounting, marketing, HR and much more.
“Chrysalis” is defined as the protected stage of development of a butterfly and symbolizes a rebirth, moving from an “ugly” state to its rebirth in a beautiful form. That is our Company’s mission and intention – to protect our clients’ interests and provide a solid foundation and support before starting or developing any venture resulting to a Rebirth.
Designed to cater to individuals, startups, and small to medium-sized companies, Chrysalis is committed to providing bespoke business set-up advice and delivering fantastic customer service, as well as developing trusted, long-term relationships with all its clients - by not only managing the process of company formation from start to finish, but also by providing a supportive ecosystem for those companies to flourish. Chrysalis strives to proactively and continuously surpass clients expectations by offering high quality and expedited services.
Chrysalis is handling every practical aspect of setting up a business for you, from the company formation to visa processing and liaising with UAE Government agencies on your behalf. We give you the flexibility of owning your business without having to navigate through the complexities of the document and registration process. Chrysalis acts as a Company Service Provider assisting clients with Accounting & Bookkeeping, Consultancy Management, and Administration Services by offering solutions through a strategic liaison with partners locally and internationally.
Directors
Graduated from Boston University’s School of Management in 2005 with a dual concentration in Accounting and Finance and became a qualified ACA member of ICAEW as a Chartered Accountant in 2008 and also a Fellow (FCA) member of ICAEW in 2018.
Currently, he is involved in international tax planning and restructuring services as well as offering sophisticated Banking solutions for jurisdictions involving Eastern European countries (like Poland, Russia and Ukraine), Gulf Region (like Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Asia Region.
Corporate Governance
Khaled Moumni is a seasoned strategic advisor and Director at Chrysalis, specializing in corporate excellence, legacy structuring, and regulatory advisory for private clients and international investors. Based in the United Arab Emirates, he possesses extensive expertise in business development, fiduciary services, company management, and corporate banking.
Taxation Team
Aqiel is a seasoned Tax Advisor with over 15 years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, tax compliance, and financial reporting. His strong technical background and attention to detail make him a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex financial and regulatory environments.
He holds the designation of Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) and is a member of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), reflecting his commitment to maintaining high professional standards.
At Chrysalis Serve Corporate, Aqiel plays a key role in overseeing VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, ensuring clients meet all regulatory requirements efficiently and accurately. His practical approach and in-depth knowledge of UAE tax regulations help clients minimize risk and stay compliant.
Operations Team
Graduated from Intercollege with an Associate’s degree in Psychology in 2000, then continued studies to graduate from John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York in 2004 with a BA, and in 2008 obtained an MPA (Master’s in Public Administration) with cum laude, and being on the Deans’ List, got awarded from ΠΑΑ the National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration.
Loukia has 20 years of experience in diverse industry sectors with a direct involvement approach. In Chrysalis, Loukia is currently engaged with Corporate administration matters in the UAE, with experience in other jurisdictions as well, for company formation / registration / structure changes / liquidation / strike off, Trust formation, assists with Banking related matters including personal and corporate account opening/closing, and bank account reviews. Additionally, she assists with the drafting of agreements, board resolutions, and Power of Attorneys.
With almost a decade of experience in fast-paced corporate environments, Reziel’s role has evolved beyond managing tasks to becoming a catalyst for workplace positivity and proven track record of streamlining office operations, optimizing workflows, and supporting executive teams to achieve organizational goals.
She developed a strong and productive working relationships with clients at a senior level. Meeting service levels expected by Clients and Management teams in a timely, efficient and accurate manner. Her approach is proactive: She anticipate needs and solve problems before they escalate.
Alyssa is an experienced Reception and Administration professional who provides high-level front-of-house and administrative support. She serves as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and strong organizational capability. Alyssa is skilled in managing office operations, coordinating communications, and supporting business functions to ensure efficiency and a positive client experience.
Accounting Team
Andri Orphanidou Gavrielidou is the Head of Accounting of Chrysalis Serve Corporate.
She has been active in the UAE for the last 10 years in servicing a broad clientele of legal entities with their Accounting in services and trading sectors. As the Head of Accounting she is responsible for reviewing accounting treatments of numerous transactions as well as assessment of V.A.T implications.
Maria has an overall experience over 25 years in the field of Accounting.
Maria has been a part of the Chrysalis team since 2019. She is responsible for the internal accounting of the firm and additionally she is providing bookkeeping services to numerous clients of the firm.
She is experienced in providing accounting services to complexed structures.
Frixos Gavrielides is known both as a professional in accounting and management and as a handball player.
His professional background includes a decade of experience in accounting and management, focusing on financial analysis, strategic planning, budgeting, and team leadership.
As an athlete, he has played handball, specifically for the team Apoel HC in Cyprus. He has been listed as a player by the European Handball Federation (EHF).
He is a national of Cyprus, born in Nicosia
Banking Team
Sotia Ioannou joined the firm in 2019 as the Head of Banking. Sotia has been active in the International client sector for more than 20 years.
Her main areas of expertise include banking, corporate, tax structuring and AML. Sotia finds sophisticated banking solutions based on clients’ needs and has built a solid banking network mostly in the jurisdictions of Eastern Europe countries, United Arab Emirates and Asia Region.
Sales and Marketing Team
Karen has 7 years in the Business Setup industry / Company Formation. With this career, Karen is always making sure that she is an effective advisor who communicates well with people of all ages and backgrounds.
As the Corporate Sales Officer for the company, Karen is the first contact a potential client has with Chrysalis. She meets with the clients to understand their needs and goals for the company and to ensure that the company is set up in the correct jurisdiction, with the correct activities. Additionally, Karen is responsible for the social media of Chrysalis. She shares the most up to date news relating to the UAE business sectors and well as how and why Chrysalis is the first choice as a Corporate Service Providers for many clients.