Elevate Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of RISE Group

Elevate, a global integrated agency network, has announced the acquisition of RISE Group, a leading commercial services consultancy operating in the Middle East. This expansion enhances Elevate's global operations by integrating RISE's expertise and established presence in key Middle Eastern cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai. RISE, which specializes in marketing and commercial services, has a client portfolio that includes notable names like the Saudi Pro League and the Dubai Sports Council. Elevate's leadership, including Chairman and CEO Al Guido, is optimistic that the union will combine Elevate's global reach with RISE's local knowledge, benefitting from the region's burgeoning sports market. Moving forward, RISE's co-founders will take on leadership roles within Elevate, while 60 of RISE’s employees will join Elevate’s nearly 500 strong team. One of their initial projects under this new partnership includes supporting the San Francisco 49ers in the United Arab Emirates as part of the NFL's Global Market Program. This strategic acquisition positions both entities to expand further in the thriving MENA region in anticipation of major upcoming events like the 2034 FIFA World Cup.