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Joe Hepworth
I help companies, governments & organisations in the fields of trade promotion, FDI attraction & economic development
Joe Hepworth is a British business executive with extensive experience in the Middle East, particularly in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).12 He served as the CEO of British Centres for Business (BCB) from 2013, providing export support for British firms in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.2 Hepworth founded BCB in the UAE and Middle East, leading the organization for almost 11 years.4
In addition to his role at BCB, Hepworth held the position of Regional Director for the Middle East at OCO Global from 2019 to 2024.2 His expertise includes trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), exports, market entry, and government relations.3
Hepworth's career at BCB and OCO Global concluded in September 2024, marking the end of his tenure with these organizations.4 He is known for his work in helping companies and governments develop commercial, trade, and FDI interests in the Middle East.5
On a personal note, Hepworth describes himself as a "Yorkshireman in Dubai" who enjoys family, cricket, gin, and the desert sun.5
