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GCG is a Dubai-based structuring, tax, and private wealth firm, founded by Peter Ivantsov, advising founders and families on corporate structuring, tax registration, residency, and family office structures across the UAE, DIFC, and ADGM.

20+

years of cumulative experience

12 Active

jurisdictions

industries served

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Peter Ivantsov

managing partner

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Sergei Ivanius

head of operations

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Jacques Isabelle

senior advisor

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Pierre Martens

Corporate Structuring Advisor

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Ishan Parikh

Head of Finance

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Flore Narjoux

Senior Legal Consultant

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Slavyana Rousseau

account manager

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Suzane Alayache

account manager

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Bob Natividad

Government Relationship Officer

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Violetta Bunyakova

Government Relationship Officer

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Lemma Stash

accountant

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Abdul Salam Mohamed Farzan

accountant specialist

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Junaid Khan

Senior Accountant

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Kyle Reyes

Junior Accountant

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Olga Nechaieva

Associate Chief of Staff

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Peter Ivantsov

managing partner

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Financial Services / Real Estate /  Company Administration

jurisdictions active in

UAE / Cyprus / USA / CIS Countries

BIO

Coming from a background in banking where he managed corporate and tax structuring for high risk clients, Peter leads the team and business operations, while actively advising clients personally on strategy and structuring.

A Russian national, raised in France, he speaks Russian, French, Spanish, and English and has a wealth of regulatory, structuring and strategic knowledge across jurisdictions which he brings to his advisory sessions with clients

Sergei Ivanius

Head of Operations

years of experience

15+ years

industries served

Management / Finance / IT/ Consulting / Tax / Accounting / Compliance

jurisdictions active in

UAE / CIS Countries

BIO

Sergei Ivanius is a results-driven operations leader and consultant with a PhD in Economics and a proven track record of delivering 40+ successful transformation projects across industries and regions. Known for his strategic mindset and hands-on approach, Sergei specializes in optimizing business performance through smart planning, agile systems, and tailored solutions.

He empowers teams, drives innovation, and partners closely with clients to unlock sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Jacques Isabelle

Senior Advisor

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Real Estate / Business Development / Social Networking

jurisdictions active in

UK / UAE

BIO

Jacques brings a wealth of experience across education, wealth management, and corporate finance to guide clients through strategic business setup in the UAE. After contributing to the growth of GEMs Education and shaping the future of students in the region, Jacques transitioned his passion for education into client advisory—empowering entrepreneurs and investors with clarity, compliance, and confidence. His mission: to make structuring in the UAE not just seamless, but genuinely aligned with each client’s long-term interests and success.

Pierre Martens

Corporate Structuring Advisor

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Finance / Payments / Currencies / EMI Commodities / Shipping / Oil & Gas

jurisdictions active in

Europe / North America / GCC

BIO

With over a decade across financial markets and global commodities, Pierre brings a sharp commercial edge to GCG’s advisory team. Starting as a currencies broker for a London-based entity, he moved into the energy sector as a Bunker Trader in Monaco, rising to Head of Trading and leading business development across global shipping and oil markets. He now applies that cross-industry experience to helping clients structure their businesses in the UAE with precision and a results-first approach.

Ishan Parikh

Head of Finance

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Audit / Assurance

jurisdictions active in

MENA / Asia / Africa / Europe / USA

BIO

Ishan is a member of AICPA in the United States and brings 14 years of professional experience, including 11 years in the UAE. His background spans audit and assurance, CFO services, governance and risk, valuations, due diligence, and ERP implementations, with exposure across Asia, Africa, Europe, the United States, and the MENA region.

At GCG Structuring, he leads the finance function, overseeing financial reporting, compliance with UAE regulations and IFRS standards, and advising senior management on financial controls and operational improvements that support sustainable growth.

Flore Narjoux

Senior Legal Consultant

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Legal Services / Real Estate

jurisdictions active in

UAE / Cyprus / USA / Canada

BIO

As an expert legal consultant, Flore has devoted herself to helping our clients navigate the legal waters of international business. With years of experience in Monaco and Canada under her belt, she has managed dozens of subsidiaries and assisted in major corporate reorganization, intercompany financing, and multi-million dollar transactions.

Slavyana Rousseau

Account Manager

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Business Advisory / Insurance / Compliance

jurisdictions active in

UAE

BIO

Slavyana brings over 10 years of international consulting experience, with a strong focus on business advisory, insurance, and regulatory compliance in the UAE.

She recently completed the DIFC Compliance Series 2025, further strengthening her expertise across AML, risk management, and corporate governance. At GCG Structuring, she oversees client relationships and service delivery, ensuring every engagement meets the highest regulatory and compliance standards.

Fluent in English, French, and Russian, Slavyana works closely with clients from diverse backgrounds, building trust through clarity, consistency, and a deep understanding of compliance driven environments.

Suzane Alayache

Account Manager

years of experience

4+ years

industries served

Marketing & Advertising

jurisdictions active in

Lebanon / UAE

BIO

Suzane is an accomplished operations leader with over 4 years of experience. She excels at leading high-performing teams, streamlining operations, and managing strategic partnerships. Her skill set includes performance tracking, KPI management, quality assurance, SOP development, and cross-functional team leadership.

With proven strengths in client success, crisis management, and performance optimization, Suzane brings a results-driven approach and operational excellence to every project.

Bob Natividad

Government Relationship Officer

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Company Administration

jurisdictions active in

UAE

BIO

Bob is a Corporate Services expert with 10+ years of experience in company formations, corporate structuring, visa processing, and compliance across the UAE Mainland, Free Zones, DIFC, and ADGM.

He has a proven track record in streamlining workflows, implementing CRM systems, and has been a part of high-performance teams, while advising clients on optimal structures and regulatory requirements to ensure efficiency and exceptional service delivery.

Violetta Bunyakova

Government Relations Officer

years of experience

5+ years

industries served

Company Administration / Hospitality

jurisdictions active in

UAE / Turkey / CIS Countries

BIO

Violetta Bunyakova is a Government Relations Officer with over 5 years of experience in company formation, corporate administration, and UAE residency visa processing across the UAE Mainland and Free Zones. She specialises in company incorporations, renewals, amendments, and closures, supporting clients with efficient and compliant corporate and immigration solutions. Her background spans both corporate administration and the hospitality sector, giving her a broad understanding of the business environments her clients operate in. Known for her organised approach and sharp attention to detail, Violetta plays a key operational role built on speed, accuracy, and exceptional service delivery.

Lemma Stash

Accountant

years of experience

20+ years

industries served

Finance / Capital Management

jurisdictions active in

MENA / EEMEA/ CIS Countries

BIO

Lemma brings over twenty years of experience in finance, with a strong background in working capital management across accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing. Her career includes extensive international exposure, having worked across Russia, EEMEA, and the MENA region, including senior roles at International SOS and within government services.

At GCG Structuring, Lemma manages a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring full compliance with UAE tax standards and related regulatory requirements. She is known for her ability to adapt quickly in new environments, build trust, and effectively manage complex client relationships.

Abdul Salam Mohamed Farzan

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

years of experience

7+ years

industries served

Financial Services / Company Administration

jurisdictions active in

UAE

BIO

A CIMA-qualified senior accountant Farzan is a savvy financial expert who assists with our clients financial and accounting structuring and well as tax optimization and accounting management.

Junaid Khan

Senior Accountant

years of experience

4+ years

industries served

Accounting / Tax / Compliance

jurisdictions active in

UAE

BIO

Junaid is a high-performing accounting professional with over 4 years of experience, specializing in tax advisory, client management, and team leadership. He has served as a trusted advisor to large clients, delivering solutions that balance commercial priorities with compliance requirements.

In his role as Senior Accountant at GCG Structuring, Junaid oversees accounting, tax filing, and tax advisory services for clients, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and strategic guidance.

He is a Xero Certified Advisor and recognized for his ability to mitigate complex tax issues, bringing both technical expertise and practical solutions to the businesses he supports.

Kyle Reyes

Junior Accountant

years of experience

1+ years

industries served

Accounting / Tax

jurisdictions active in

UAE

BIO

Azriel Kyle Reyes is a Junior Accountant at GCG Structuring, supporting the financial operations of multiple client entities across the UAE and internationally. His work spans multi-currency bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and accounting data management within Wafeq and Xero, with a focus on accuracy across AED, USD, EUR, AUD, CAD, and GBP transactions. He also contributes to UAE Corporate Tax and VAT compliance support, helping ensure client entities remain structured and compliant.

Olga Nechaieva

Associate Chief of Staff

years of experience

10+ years

industries served

Administration / Management

jurisdictions active in

UAE / Ukraine

BIO

Olga brings over ten years of experience supporting senior leaders in fast paced, high responsibility environments where precision and discretion are essential.

As Associate Chief of Staff, she acts as a core extension of the Managing Partner, supporting executive execution, coordination, and prioritisation across business and personal workflows.

Her role ensures leadership remains focused on strategic direction while day to day execution and follow through are handled with consistency and care.

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