1. ANNUAL MEMBERS MEETING 2016
OBIDOS, PORTUGAL

2. CONTENT
Introduction
TALKS FROM KEY SPEAKERS:
Special Address, Dr. Tahir Akhtar,
Chairman ADAM Global
Global Strategy, Mr. Igor Saveliev,
Director Strategy
International Compliance, Panos Manolopoulos,
Director International Affairs
CEO’s Report, Networks Annual Performance
and Year on Year Growth Statistics
Introduction to ADAM Interact,
A brief on how to use ADAM Interact and
to generate reports
EVENTS & DINNERS:
Lisbon City Tour
Official Dinner hosted by the Mayor of Obidos
Partner Matching Session and Focus Sessions
Diversifying Lunch
Quinta De Sanguinhal Wine Tasting
Media & Photo Session
Medieval Dinner Experience
Meetings with Governmental Offices
MEETINGS & PRESENTATIONS
Daily Welcome and Opening Remarks
Daily Breakfast Meetings
Presentation of Regional Active Partner Reports
External Speaker, Dr. Miguel Silvestre, Director of Park
Opportunities in Portugal
Country Partners Presentation
Lunch at Neighboring Palace with the Mayor

3. INTRODUCTION
ADAM GLOBAL MEMBERS WITH PORTUGUESE DELEGATES
The following is the report of the ADAM Global Partners’ Third Annual
Meeting in Obidos, Portugal 6-8th August 2016. The meeting was a
defining one which clarified future strategy and the direction for the
brand ADAM Global.
Delegates were welcomed at Lisbon airport by ADAM Global’s
appointed travel coordinators. The event was held at the Praia D’El Rey
Marriott Golf & Beach Resort in Obidos where 50 ADAM members, dele-
gates and family members attended. Many of the guests stayed at this
delightful accommodation.
This document is a description of the meetings and events, lunches,
dinners and activities that took place during the conference and made
the whole conference experience so special.
ANNUAL PARTNERS MEETING:

4. TALKS FROM KEY SPEAKERS
Dr. Akhtar, the founder and
chairman of ADAM Global
welcomed everyone and
expressed his gratitude to
everyone for being there and
the hard work that they had
put in over the past year. It was
specified that with strong lead-
ership and hard work the future
is very bright and we can see
ADAM Global continuing to
grow and becoming a force
around the world.
SPECIAL ADDRESS,
DR. TAHIR AKHTAR,
CHAIRMAN
ADAM GLOBAL
Mr. Saveliev, Director of Strate-
gy for ADAM Global continued
on from what the Chairman
had spoken about and added
more detail into where and
what the way forward for
ADAM Global would be. The
suggestion was that ADAM
Global needs to implement a
fee structure to facilitate the
support and growth of the
network. A draft proposal was
to be developed and distribut-
ed for revised Vision and
Mission of ADAM Global.
GLOBAL STRATEGY
AND WAY FORWARD,
MR. IGOR SAVELIEV,
DIRECTOR STRATEGY
Mr. Manolopoulos, Director for
International Affairs, spoke on
branding and how he built
Stanton Chase through a
common branding platform.
He gave out a history of Stan-
ton Chase and how his efforts
led to its development and its
recognition around the globe.
The power of unified branding
has more advantages than an
individual establishment. He
shared his views on how ADAM
Global can replicate the idea
in an innovative way to
empower its member firms and
perhaps increase its revenues.
INTERNATIONAL
COMPLIANCE, PANOS
MANOLOPOULOS,
DIRECTOR INTERNATIONAL
AFFAIRS
DR. TAHIR AKHTAR, CHARIMAN ADAM GLOBAL
ADDRESSING THE INVITEES
MR. IGOR SAVIELIEV, ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER MR. PANOS MANOLOPOULOS,
DIRECTOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

5. CEO’s Report
Networks Annual Performance and Year on Year Growth Statistics
INTRODUCTION AND SUBJECT MATTER
ADAM Global CEO Mr. Ashraf Rahman welcomed all the partners and the
guests who had joined the Annual Partners Meeting this year. He appreciated
all the partners and the host, the lovely Ana Rodrigues who made this all
happen. He declared the attendance was indicative of the continued support
that we offer one another and it was great to see so many from guests from all
around the globe.
Mr. Rahman declared how proud he is that we are now celebrating five years
of success, friendship and collaborations of our Network.
The network has come a long way and has achieved what no other network
has in a similar time frame. ADAM Global is now represented in all the habita-
ble continents of the world, with Australia the most recent introduction to the
network. There are now 116 offices around the globe in 65 countries. Mr.
Rahman vowed that ADAM Global would continue to endeavor to expand its
reach to regions where our clients want us to be and offer the same level of support that is expected of a profes-
sional firm, in fact, exceed it.
2015 to 2016 had seen some transactions between partners and the annual billing was approximately around
USD 200 Million. Last year had witnessed many of the partners working together to offer innovative solutions to
their clients that helped in fulfilling their desired objectives.
ADAM Global is impacting how we do business in the modern world, and lately, has been recognized as the Best
Global Services Provider in a ceremony in the United States by the CEO Clubs, and also were nominated for the
Europe Business Assembly Prestigious International Award. All the partners were assured that they will continue to
receive the best support. The achievements were all made possible through collaborative efforts of the mem-
bers and technological advancements in some systems.
The year 2015/16 has been a year of consolidation to improve efficiency. The ADAM Global team have intro-
duced various initiatives with the aim of improving the effectiveness of the network. Mr. Rahman stated that the
initiatives have started to bring in the desired results.
Cloud technology was introduced this year to improve connections between member firms worldwide and to
provide a state of the art highly secure portal for them and their clients. This gives all an increased level of
accountability, transparency, and visibility when working together on international engagements. The initiative
with a common WhatsApp has seen communication between partners and timezones made a lot easier and
convenient.
Committees have been setup with the purpose of improving the quality of the firms and the standards that the
firms adhere to. These committees will be there to support the member firms and guide them on how best to
improve their quality of services and to improve their bottom-line. The Regional Presidents will work closely within
their regions to promote specialty groups and power teams that work with one another and develop synergies.
For the Year 2017, the focus is to implement operations standards, creating robust training platforms and increas-
ing regional activities to promote businesses within the region.
Mr. Rahman stated that he believed that it is only by,
Combining our business approaches, resources and strategies that we can deliver this level of comprehen-
sive solutions to our clients across the globe and one that is professional and standardized across the network.
And I have full confidence in all our members and that together we can achieve this.
MR. ASHRAF RAHMAN,
CEO ADAM GLOBAL

6. ADAM GLOBAL MEMBERS GROUP INTERACTION
Members were introduced to ADAM Interact, the deal sharing
platform to be accessed through www.portal.ADAMglobal.com.
Members were told how they could enter a deal, access the deals,
how to assign the deals to a particular person or public and also
how to change their profile picture. Members were given basic
operating instructions re ADAM Interact including generating
reports.
INTRODUCTION TO ADAM INTERACT,
A BRIEF ON HOW TO USE ADAM INTERACT
AND TO GENERATE REPORTS BY COO MR. MOHSIN ALI

7. Meetings & Presentations
The chairman started each day
with welcome and opening
remarks and a recap of the
previous day. The guests got
acquainted and gradually grew
comfortable with each other as
personal relationships started to
form. The content and material
covered each day was well
received by all.
The regional partners from Australia, Europe, Latin America and Asia
prepared and presented on the opportunities found in their respective
regions with the view of expanding ADAM Global’s presence. The Presi-
dent for Asia is working on identifying and developing new partners
across cities, identifying opportunities and building awareness on reve-
nue sharing models, and creating local touch points for an effective
business model. The President for Europe spoke about creating Practice
Centers for the offices around the globe and identified eight key prac-
tice centers that would work with the partners around the globe includ-
ing tax, legal, audit, immigration, and corporate services, etc. The Presi-
dent for Australia spoke about developing key offices within Australia
and leveraging their connections to expand the reach in New Zealand.
The President for Latin America mentioned that he has connections in
Argentina, Colombia, Uruguay, Peru, and Chile. The mentioned coun-
tries are economically promising.
Everyone stressed on expansion of ADAM reach and then to introduce
common standards within their region.
DAILY WELCOME AND
OPENING REMARKS
PRESENTATION OF REGIONAL ACTIVE PARTNER REPORTS
Dr. Miguel Silvestre spoke about the
business opportunities in Obidos and
how the government is incentivising
local and international businesses by
offering them grants and concessions
and funding local businesses to bring
new opportunities to their town. The
Park offers state of the art infrastruc-
ture to entrepreneurs and businesses
interested in setting up.
EXTERNAL SPEAKER, DR. MIGUEL SILVESTRE,
DIRECTOR OF OBIDOS TECHNOLOGY PARK
With a morning smile from the
warm and friendly team at the
Marriott hotel everyone got off to
a great start to the day. With
interactive stations for omelettes
and fresh-squeezed orange
juice, the breakfast features
fresh, locally grown produce and
organic dairy products from
area farms, served in a fun and
casual setting. The finely assorted
breakfast brought joy to the
guests and the meetings were a
perfect way for the members to
strengthen connections and
learn about each other’s
business and look at ways to
partner for mutual benefit.
DAILY BREAKFAST MEETINGS
DR. TAHIR AKHTAR,
CHAIRMAN ADAM GLOBAL (CENTRE)
WITH MR. SHANAVAS AMERKANNU,
(LEFT) DIRECTOR OF SALES ADAM CONSULTING
AND MAYOR BOMBARRAL DR. JOSÉ VIERA (RIGHT)
DELICIOUS HEALTHY FOOD
DR. MIGUEL SILVESTRE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF
TECHNOLOGY PARK OF ÓBIDOS
The fact that 50 partners were pres-
ent at the conference meant that
there could be possible business
referrals to locals for real estate,
hospitality and products such as fruit,
wines and personal interest in acquir-
ing properties in the region, Gazette
of Caldas President said.
At this meeting various Portuguese
economic agents, as well as representatives of municipalities of Obidos
and Bombarral, had the opportunity to make presentations to about 50
members of the network and reveal the opportunities that exist in the
region and in the country for foreign investment and for the international-
ization of local products.
Dr. Tahir Akhtar, president of ADAM Holdings, the group that owns ADAM
Global, said these presentations have identified business opportunities in
real estate, information technology and other services “that may result in
future contacts in the region of Obidos and the country”.
EXTERNAL SPEAKER, DR. MIGUEL SILVESTRE,
DIRECTOR OF OBIDOS TECHNOLOGY PARK
A BEAUTIFUL SUNSET IN PORTUGAL

8. Meetings & Presentations
Each countries representative including the regional heads gave out presentations of their country, giving out
necessary information about their firms and the initiatives that their governments or their economy offers to
promote businesses in to their respective country.
COUNTRY PARTNERS PRESENTATION
PAOLO PAGELLA, RVP WESTERN EUROPE RICHARD MOIR, VISITOR GUEST NTL ANDREAS HADJIMITSIS, RVP EASTERN EUROPE
KHALIL ELJEHANI, MEMBER RIYADH, KSA MARCUS BUSCHMANN, MEMBER, BRAZIL IRFAN ABDUL, VISITOR GUEST, LUXEMBOURG
ANKIT JAIN, REGIONAL PRESIDENT BASHIR KESHTIAR, REGIONAL PRESIDENT, AUSTRALIA ANA RODRIGUES, REGIONAL PRESIDENT, AFRICA
ROBERTO CORCIULO, REGIONAL PRESIDENT, EUROPE PANOS MANOLOPOULOS,
DIRECTOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
ANTOINE TABBAKH, RVP MIDDLE EAST

9. INVITEES SITTING DOWN FOR A LOVELY MEAL
The mayor showed great hospitality to all members and guests at
the glorious palace. The standard set was incredibly high and all of
the attendees were suitably impressed. The convention and the
gathering at the palace made known of the potential for investors
in Portugal and possible business references in real estate, hospitality
and products such as fruit, wines and personal interest in acquiring
properties in the region. It was a wonderful experience to see the
level of dedication, resourcefulness and reflection within the com-
munity and this was exemplified through the lunch with the Mayor.
LUNCH AT NEIGHBOURING PALACE
WITH THE MAYOR

10. Events & Dinners
For many the tour of Lisbon was
the first time they had experi-
ence of a European city so this
was a splendid occasion. From
seeing the old parts of the city to
the newer region Lisbon was the
perfect place for a holiday and
great for a 3 day meeting to take
place. Full of bleached white
limestone buildings and intimate
alleyways, Lisbon has a mix of
traditional architecture and con-
temporary cuisine. The city is one
of the most beautiful cities in
Europe and as one of the oldest
cities in the world it truly is a sight
to behold. The tour was comple-
mented with wonderful views,
welcoming people and delight-
ful food and drink to make it
most memorable.
LISBON CITY TOUR
While Portugal has smells and views of
the Atlantic, the cuisine is more inter-
twined with a Mediterranean feel.
The food in Portugal was fantastic
and the displays of food the attend-
ees were treated to was outstanding.
From starters to whet your appetite of
cheeses, olives, butter and olive oil
combined with fresh bread the tastes
were delightful and a great impression to start a meal. The diversity of the
fresh seafood on display as well as devouring salads, luscious meats and
quality wine to wash it all down had the attendees in great spirits. Portu-
guese cuisine is a pure winner.
DIVERSIFYING LUNCH
The Mayor of Obidos hosted a
grand and luxurious ceremony
where he introduced the Chair-
man Dr. Akhtar as a friend of
Obidos and thanked the Chair-
man for bringing new business to
the region as well as giving the
guests a chance to experience
Portuguese culture and customs.
OFFICIAL DINNER HOSTED
BY THE MAYOR OF OBIDOS
Roberto Corciulo, ADAM Global Presi-
dent of Europe spoke about the
different practice groups including
Accounting and Auditing, Book
Keeping, Law Firms, Corporate
Service Firms, Intellectual Property
Firms, Management Consulting Firms
and Visa and Residency Firms. Based
on all of this information, the groups
were divided to different round tables to discuss vision mission and the
path for each specific group. After this practice leaders were nominated
and connections were strengthened with strong bonds being achieved.
This exercise was important for members connecting with each other
from the same field and organizing and strategizing how to move
forward.
PARTNER MATCHING SESSION AND FOCUS SESSIONS
PARTNER MATCHING SESSION -
INTRODUCTION OF PRACTICE GROUPS
The wine tasting experience was a
great way to delve into the Portu-
guese culture. The production and
manufacturing of Portuguese wine is
growing and the wines were all
explained by the owner of the wine
manufacturing company.
She passionately explained for 2
hours about the different process from harvesting, destemming, crushing,
fermentation, pressing to blending and fining. The whole process of how
vineyards are made and then describing the different tastes of the wines
and how you get such variations. It
was a wonderful experience and a
far cry for many of the attendees
from where they came from. Follow-
ing the tour and wine tasting was a
lavish dinner where all needs were
catered for from meat eaters to
vegetarians. Memories were made
and captured.
QUINTA DE SANGUINHAL WINE TASTING
GETTING TO KNOW ALL ABOUT THE WINE
AND THE REGION – QUINTA DA SANGUINHAL, LISBON
SPREAD FIT FOR A KING
HANDSHAKE OF APPRECIATION BETWEEN
ADAM GLOBAL CHAIRMAN DR. AKHTAR
AND MAYOR ÓBIDOS ENG. HUMBERTO MARQUES

11. Media & Photo Session
Awards were presented by the Chairman Dr.
Akhtar, ADAM Global representatives and
Government Officials and the winning
attendees showed off their trophy with pride.
An amazing experience where the attendees experienced the
medieval past of the city of Obidos. There were people singing,
dancing and undertaking shows and plays in costumes and char-
acters. Medieval scenes showing fighting and battles like in
famous Hollywood movies was a great attraction and everyone
embraced the occasion with such verve and wonder. The town
came to life and it was a magical experience. The food and drink
served at the show were medieval specialties including delicious
grilled meats and a local cherry wine called Ginja.
THE LIST OF WINNERS ARE:
MEDIEVAL DINNER EXPERIENCE
8. Most Active Region Award –
ASIA (Given to Ankit Jain)
c. The Australian Consultancy
Group Services – Melbourne, Australia
1. New Partners Awards
a. Asia – Sanjay Nagi
b. Middle East – Wassim El Sayegh
c. Europe – Paolo Pagella
2. Region Champion Partners
a. Asia – Ankit Jain
b. Africa – Ana Rodrigues
c. Middle East – Antoine Tabbakh
d. Latin America – Marcus Buschmann
e. Australia – Bashir Keshtiar
f. Europe – Roberto Corciulo
3. Regional Head Awards
a. Igor Savelyev
b. Panos Manolopoulos
4. Vision and Strategy Award
a. Efthymios G. Navridis & Associates
5. Life-Time Achievement Award
a. Right Management Consultants
6. 5 Year Member Award
a. Iqtesadi Consultancy WLL
9. Chairman’s Selection Award for the most
active and contributing Member
a. Risiko Consulting LLP
11. Highest Business Closed
a. ADAM Consulting
12. Highest Referrals Award
a. Buschmann & Associates
13. Business of the Year Award
a. Ana Rodrigues
14. Entrepreneur of the Year Award
a. IC & Partners
15. Chairman’s Award for the Overall
Best Business
BEAUTIFUL YET TERRIFYING
HAPPY CAMEL
LITTLE PRINCESS
VIKINGS UNITED TERROR REIGNS
MAN OF THE PEOPLE VIKINGS UNITED
I GET KNOCKED DOWN BUT I GET UP AGAIN

12. Government officials talked about the Portugal Government initiatives especially the focus on Green energy
and Portugal becoming a one of its kind country to consume 95% of electricity produced only by renewable
energy sources such as wind power, biomass, solar power and hydropower. The government is quite ahead in
the green energy technology and would like to promote itself to other geographies for green energy technolo-
gy.
MEETINGS WITH GOVERNMENTAL OFFICES
Mayor of Obidos - Eng Humberto da Silva Marques
Mayor of Bombarral - Dr. José Manuel Vieira
Representative of the Deputy Secretary of State's Office and Trade - Dra. Helga Matos
Executive Director of Obidos Technology Park - Dr. Miguel Silvestre
AICEP - Agency for Private Investment - Dr. Miguel Garcia
ANPME - National Association Small and Medium Enterprises - Dr. Fernando Silva
REPRESENTATIVES OF PORTUGAL
"The Obidos sessions opened up a whole new future dimension for ADAM Global by laying out the interaction
of the newly formalized practice groups and our wide geographic structure. This was a highly energizing meet-
ing to develop specific action steps and deliverables for the future".
“Regarding the Mayor's office in Obidos I would like to say this: "We are all very grateful to the Mayor for his
great hospitality and making himself and his office available to the group. I was very much impressed to see
how the Mayor set new standard to what public service is. It was both revealing and touching to see how
much was done for the local community and the exemplary level of dedication, imagination and persever-
ance of Obidos authorities to achieve breakthrough developments for the community. I would very much like
to see ADAM Global's expertise help taking these developments further."
TESTIMONIALS:
MR. IGOR SAVELIEV, DIRECTOR OF STRATEGY
“I attended the conference as a prospective member. The whole agenda was set up in a way that facilitated
attendees to network with each other. Both the breakfast meetings and the focus sessions helped members
strengthen connections, learn more about each other’s business and explore ways of cooperation for mutual
benefit and all that accompanied with lots of fun. ADAM Global’s annual conference is definitely an event to
be recommended. “
MR. ANDREAS HADJIMITSIS FCCA, MANAGING DIRECTOR ANH
“One of the most beautiful experience in the historical city of Obidos where people are singing, dancing,
playing drama in costumes and characters! Warrior costume worn by men and fighting in the drama, showing
medieval scenes was another attraction. Even the food served was medieval specially grilled meat, and the
local cherry wine drink ‘Ginja’, was all unique in itself.”
MR. ADVAITA SHARMA, MEMBER SERVICE MANAGER, ADAM GLOBAL