Richa Bhagnari

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I am on a mission to support 1,000,000 entrepreneurs and women to build lives they are proud of. My goal is to empower others through mentorship, practical guidance, and business support—whether you're a first-time business owner or an established entrepreneur looking to expand. I believe that building a successful business requires not only the right strategy but also the resilience to overcome every hurdle along the way.

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Richa Bhagnari is a seasoned business professional with over 15 years of experience in business incorporation, setup, planning, and business strategy. With a proven track record of leading YouFirst Business Setup Company to success, having grown the team from a solo operation to 10 full-time employees, she has helped 450+ entrepreneurs navigate Dubai’s business landscape and achieve their business goals over the last 14 years. With her deep knowledge and expertise of the GCC’s business landscape and her relationships with key government stakeholders, Richa supports her clients with a seamless business setup experience, making the process quick and hassle-free.

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Impactful Projects: Case Studies

Richa’s ability to navigate complex business landscapes and provide tailored solutions has helped YouFirst successfully complete a variety of challenging business setup projects. Here are a few notable examples:

Launching a Thriving E-Commerce Business

An aspiring entrepreneur needed guidance to launch a niche e-commerce platform but lacked experience in planning and operations. Richa provided a step-by-step business plan, market insights, and operational setup support, guiding the entrepreneur through trade licensing and payment integration. The business achieved profitability within six months, exceeding sales targets by 30%, with the client crediting Richa’s expertise for their success.

Expanding into New Markets

A small business owner wanted to expand into Dubai but struggled with navigating local regulations and finding reliable partners. Richa developed a market entry strategy, facilitated the business setup, and connected the client with trusted local vendors, ensuring compliance. The business launched successfully in Dubai, achieving a 25% revenue increase in its first year, thanks to Richa’s streamlined approach and local expertise.

Inspiring Resilience in Healthcare Teams

A healthcare organization sought to boost morale and foster empathy after a challenging year. Richa delivered an inspiring session on resilience and compassion, sharing her personal journey and practical strategies for overcoming adversity. The session left a lasting impact, improving team motivation and empathy, with leadership crediting Richa for sparking positive cultural change.

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Extensive Experience

Managing Director | YouFirst Business Setup Company | Dubai, UAE

As Managing Director of YouFirst Business Setup Company in Dubai since 2013, Richa Bhagnari has successfully grown the company from a solo operation to a team of 10 full-time employees, increasing the client base by 345%. She has implemented effective business strategies and streamlined the business setup process, reducing client onboarding time by 73% while maintaining strong relationships with key government stakeholders.

Planning Manager | Nokia | Middle East and Africa

During her tenure as a Deployment & Support Specialist at Nokia from 2007 to 2013, Richa led procurement operations in the Middle East, managing a team of specialists to ensure efficient logistics and resource allocation. She also developed annual spending reports and analyzed market demand, overseeing product distribution across the region. Her leadership contributed to the successful flow of goods and services, meeting market demands effectively.

Product Supply Planner | Cannon IV, Inc. | Dubai, UAE​

From 2004 to 2007, Richa served as a Product Supply Planner at Cannon IV, Inc., where she developed and implemented procurement strategies for acquiring products from Holland and Japan for distribution in the Middle East. She planned and optimized the distribution cycle for various products and presented strategic recommendations to management, improving supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Procurement Executive | Samsung | Dubai, UAE

Earlier in her career, from 2002 to 2004, Richa was a Procurement Executive at Samsung, where she managed the entire procurement process for mobile phones imported from Korea to the Middle East. Her responsibilities included contracting, budgeting, scheduling, and revising supply plans. Richa demonstrated strong teamwork and communication skills, successfully navigating the challenges of a competitive environment to meet targets.

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Phone: +971 50 458 3990
Email: richa@youfirst.ae

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Al Saqr Business Tower Office 401, 91 Sheikh Zayed Rd – Trade Centre DIFC Dubai, UAE

Success Stories

I’ve been working with Richa from You First for over 6 years now and I can honestly say she and her team have been very helpful all across. I depend on them in 90% of my governmental paperwork and I know they’ll get it done. I definitely recommend Richa & You First to anyone looking for a professional and hard-working PRO servicing agency.
Mr. MEDHAT MOHAMEDSUPERMEALS CUISINES
Ms Richa Bhagnari and her team are highly knowledgeable about the processes in Dubai. YouFirst Business Setup Company, Dubai has been providing us PRO services since 2022. They have been highly professional and proactive in taking care of all of our requirements. We wish them very best for their continued growth.
Mr. Balwant JainOptimum Solutions LLC
"Richa’s story of resilience and success left our audience deeply inspired. Her ability to connect with people on a personal and professional level is extraordinary. Her session on building businesses and fostering resilience after personal challenges was not only impactful but also deeply motivational. She left a lasting impression on everyone in the room."
We had a plastic surgeon who wanted to set up his medical clinic on Al Wassal Road. We guided him through the entire process and handheld him through the entire process and the approvals done from the Dubai Municipality, the health Authority and the Economic Department and set up his clinic for him with the paperwork. We also helped him with SOPs as well as we helped him with the clinics, and With the professional licenses of all his other doctors and nurses, by setting up the dates of interviews and examinations as per the DHA procedures. So we provided not only the paperwork solution but also a turnkey solution from the beginning to the end. We were able to do it because of Richa`s knowledge of all the rules and regulations and setting up clinics and experience since she has been in the field for quite some time
Junqueira aesthetics clinic
We had a client who wanted to set his records in the book of guinness's book of World Records. He wanted to cross the Atlantic Ocean and he dropped his bag in the sea while crossing the Atlantic Ocean in his boat, His bag had his passport, his mobile phone, and his Emirates ID. being an American citizen, he ended up in Spain somehow and got a travel document from the US Embassy to come back to Dubai to the UAE. He came back to Dubai on the travel document and explain the situation to UAE, but the authorities denied him entry as the document had to be attested by UAE Embassy in spain and there had to be a police report and so on and so forth. With all that happened, he was sent back to Spain because he has to go back to the country where he has arrived from. When he went back, he connected with us and then we guided him and we helped him through the process with the US Embassy in Spain and with the UAE Embassy in Spain and got his document done. After which we told him to fly and got his attestation done in UAE, after which he could fly back and he entered the country. He is always thankful and this is something that he will never forget.
Mr. Omar Nour