Event Consultancy & On-the-Ground Delivery, UAE & Cyprus

Two shores. One partner on the ground.

From corporate meetings to large-scale experiences, we help you plan, coordinate and deliver events with clarity, confidence and local expertise, backed by 35+ years of international delivery experience.

About Leeforde

Practical event expertise.
Real delivery experience.

Leeforde supports events of all sizes, from focused corporate meetings to complex international productions. We combine structured planning with hands-on operational experience, so your event runs smoothly from early planning through to on-site delivery.

Behind it is a career that began in lighting and stage design, grew through world touring, and matured into major events and venues across the Gulf and the Mediterranean, Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Cyprus. Our role is simple: clarity, coordination and control at every stage of your event.

- Lee Forde, Founder

UNESCO, Doha
UNESCO, Doha
QNCC, Qatar
QNCC, Qatar
Expo 2020, Dubai
Expo 2020, Dubai
0+ years in live events, touring & venues
0 disciplines under one roof, one call does it all
0 home bases, UAE & Cyprus, working across the Gulf
contact book, suppliers, venues, crews & authorities
Why Leeforde

Experience that reduces risk.

Leeforde is built on senior-level experience delivering events across international venues, cultural institutions and corporate environments. That background lets us anticipate challenges early, coordinate effectively on the ground, and support you with calm, structured delivery, whatever the scale or complexity.

01

Genuine local knowledge

Licensing, authorities, venue quirks, seasonal realities, what things really cost, we live and work here, and we know how to get to "yes" quickly.

02

A trusted contact book

Decades of relationships with suppliers, venues, technical crews and officials across the region. The right people, at the right price, first time.

03

Calm, structured delivery

Independent and on your side, we anticipate challenges early, protect your budget, timeline and reputation, and stay calm when the pressure rises.

35 years. Thousands of events.

From world summits and exhibitions to galas, concerts and public spectacles, delivered on the ground.

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Big events and small

The big stuff is where you'll recognise the name, the small stuff is where most of the work happens.

Yes, there are world expos, royal events and UN summits in the story. But across 35+ years there have been thousands of smaller events too, a single exhibition stand, a corporate dinner, a product launch, a day of site supervision. Same person, same standards, whatever the size. No project is too small to do properly.

Book me for the small stuff

One stand, one day, one problem solved

A trade stand that has to look right. A safety sign-off before doors open. An extra pair of experienced hands on site. Straightforward, friendly, and priced sensibly, just ask.

Or the big stuff

Full production & end-to-end delivery

Multi-supplier productions, complex crowd plans, high-profile venues and international agencies, the same rigour scaled all the way up when you need it.

How we support

Flexible, practical support.

We support your event in the way that fits your structure and your team, from early-stage input to hands-on delivery.

01

Pre-event planning & coordination

Timelines, programme coordination, supplier identification and budget alignment.

02

Local on-the-ground representation

Your eyes and ears in the region, venue visits, supplier meetings, site inspections.

03

Full operational delivery

On-site coordination and supervision, schedule and logistics control, live issue resolution.

04

Venue & supplier coordination

Sourcing, suitability advice, technical alignment and readiness checks.

Whether you need early-stage input or hands-on delivery, we integrate seamlessly into your team.

Your local partner in the UAE & Cyprus.

Your local partner in the
UAE & Cyprus.

Venue selection, supplier coordination, event logistics, handled on the ground, even when you manage remotely.
Two shores, one trusted partner between them.

Case studies

Proof, not promises.

Three environments where the stakes were highest, and delivery still had to look effortless.

Expo 2020 Dubai
Expo 2020 Dubai

A world-class immersive experience under the Al Wasl dome.

ChallengeMulti-stakeholder, continuous live operations with huge daily visitor volumes, and no margin for operational failure.
Our roleOperational coordination across teams and suppliers, working alongside technical production throughout live delivery.
OutcomeStable, controlled operations across the event lifecycle at the world's biggest event.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Louvre Abu Dhabi

Cultural events in a world-class museum environment.

ChallengeA sensitive, high-value cultural setting with a complex stakeholder landscape and the highest expectations.
Our rolePlanning and operational delivery within the venue, coordinating internal teams and external partners.
OutcomeSmooth delivery of multiple events and programmes with a seamless visitor experience.
Qatar National Convention Centre
Qatar National Convention Centre

Operational leadership for a major international venue.

ChallengeA large multi-venue facility with diverse event types and the ambition to attract major international events.
Our roleDeveloping event operations and delivery structure, coordinating stakeholders, promoters and clients.
OutcomeMajor international events delivered, COP18 and UNESCO among them, and a strengthened reputation as a leading venue.
Track record

From royal protocol to festival mud.

Not a CV, just proof it gets delivered. Keep scrolling; the wall keeps going.

Royal & VIP Events
Protocol level

Royal & VIP Events

High-security planning & delivery, HM The Queen, Liverpool Cathedral.

UNESCO World Heritage
Global summit

UNESCO World Heritage

38th Session of the World Heritage Committee, Doha, Qatar.

Expo 2020 Dubai
World Expo

Expo 2020 Dubai

On the ground under the Al Wasl dome, the world's biggest event.

COP18, Doha
United Nations

COP18, Doha

UN Climate Change Conference operations, 2012.

Diriyah Spectacular
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Diriyah Spectacular

Large-scale projection & show production, Riyadh.

QNCC, Qatar
Venue operations

QNCC, Qatar

Qatar National Convention Centre, AV & event operations.

City Festivals
Public events

City Festivals

Mathew Street Festival & city-wide public events, Liverpool.

Cathedral Fireworks
Spectaculars

Cathedral Fireworks

Anglican Cathedral fireworks, design & production.

Round Britain Cycle Race
Sporting event

Round Britain Cycle Race

Stage logistics & event operations for a national cycle race.

Honda Power Boat Championships
Sporting event

Honda Power Boat Championships

Waterfront event delivery & crowd management, Liverpool.

Clipper Round the World Yacht Race
Sporting event

Clipper Round the World Yacht Race

Host-port event production & public spectacle, Liverpool.

Your project
goes here.

Let's add your event to the wall.

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Lee is the person you want beside you when the plan meets reality. He knows the region, knows the people, and quietly gets it done.

Simon Allison Taylex Group
Health & Safety

Safety, compliance & operational control.

Health and safety is integrated into every stage of planning and delivery, not bolted on at the end. Your event stays compliant, well-managed and delivered with the structure and control that safe execution demands.

  • Risk assessments & method statements
  • Crowd management & managed entry planning
  • Emergency protocols & incident response
  • Compliance audits & venue readiness checks
Health and safety on site
How we work

A clear, practical approach.

Understand.

We assess your event's requirements, objectives and constraints, starting with a free, no-obligation conversation.

Plan.

We help structure the event, identify risks early and align venues and suppliers, before they cost you money.

Support.

Hands-on support through planning and on the ground, your local presence, integrated into your team.

Deliver.

Your event runs smoothly, with issues managed quickly, calmly and professionally through to show day.

Let's talk

Planning an event in the UAE or Cyprus? Whether you need early planning support or on-the-ground execution, tell us what you're trying to achieve, we'll tell you honestly how we can help, and exactly what it will take to do it well.

  • 01We reply within 24 hours, a real answer, not an autoresponder.
  • 02Free intro call, your event, your constraints, straight talk.
  • 03A clear, honest plan, scope, realistic costs and next steps.
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