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Dubai World Trade Center, Dubai, UAE

Shaping the Future of Retail Businesses

Who We Are

Rashed Lootah & Partner Consultancies (RLPC) is a consulting firm based in Dubai that specializes in retail strategy, feasibility studies, tenant mix planning, and mall advisory services throughout the Middle East. We are a retail design consultancy, leasing strategy, and asset repositioning experts who can assist businesses in designing commercially successful destinations that deliver and develop.

Supported by decades of experience in leadership and a track record of strategic implementation, RLPC is a company that takes the insights of the market, business consulting skills, and data-driven analysis to provide solutions to enhance asset values and long-term performance. We also know that the market develops, and requirements shift, and this is why we are geared towards innovation, commercial feasibility, and future-ready retail strategies that keep pace with the changing trends in the GCC region.

Strategic Partnerships

Redefining retail success through collaboration.

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Comprehensive Retail Solutions

What We Do

At RLPC, we provide end-to-end consulting services tailored to meet the unique needs of our diverse clientele.

Market Strategy

Data-based retail strategy consulting that embraces business objectives and market demand, and regional trends. We determine commercial positioning of malls and mixed use assets and underpinned by market entry planning and competitive benchmarking in the Dubai market, UAE and the GCC markets.

Project Feasibility

Extensive retail feasibility analysis including financial modelling, catchment area modelling, demographic modelling, sales modelling and risk modelling. Our feasibility studies will allow us to make safe investments in developing malls and expanding the stores.

Experience Design

Strategic customer experience design consultancy specializing in customer journey, commercial layout, circulation efficiency and spatial planning. We guarantee the functional use of space with wayfinding strategy, signage systems and F&B concept design to maximise revenue and generate shopper experience.

Asset Transformation

Commercial performance motivated advisory services Mall repositioning, tenant mix, leasing strategy and turnaround services to a poorly performing shopping center. We create the growth structures that provide value on the assets, enhance the footfall and enhance long term returns on investments.

Type of Projects We Work on

Our Areas of Expertise

Our Services

Leadership That Drives Excellence

Meet the Founders

Rashed Lootah

Co-Founder & CEO

Key Strengths

Hitesh Mirani

Co-Founder & MD

Key Strengths

Rashed Lootah

Co-Founder & CEO

Key Strengths

Hitesh Mirani

Co-Founder & MD

Key Strengths

Message from the Founders

"Great retail is never accidental.
It is built through a defined purpose, economic clarity and design focused execution.

We commit to delivering strategic retail consulting services, strong feasibility guidance and reliable retail design consultancy that allow your assets to perform with confidence."

Frequently Asked Questions

RLPC offers end-to-end retail consulting including strategy, design advisory, leasing, marketing, operations, and post-development optimization across Dubai, UAE, and international markets.

RLPC specializes in mall strategy, leasing, tenant mix, footfall enhancement, customer experience planning, and complete mall development consulting.

We work with developers, architects, investment firms, government bodies, F&B operators, shopping malls, and international brands.

Yes. RLPC provides consulting services across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), multiple global markets.

You can contact us for a consultation, share your project requirements, and our team will recommend the best strategy for your retail or real estate asset.

Ankit Khatkar

B.COM (Hons) - School of Open Learning, University of Delhi, Delhi (2023)

UI/UX Advanced Certification - Dice Academy, Delhi (2023)

Digital Marketing Professional Course - Digiperform, Delhi (2019)

David-James Nguyen

Certificate of Real Estate Registration - McGrath Academy, Australia (2003)

Master’s Degree in Law - University of Technology Sydney, Australia (2007)

Bachelor’s Degree in Business - University of Technology Sydney, Australia (2004)

Overview

Certifications

B.COM (Hons) - School of Open Learning, University of Delhi, Delhi (2023)

UI/UX Advanced Certification - Dice Academy, Delhi (2023)

Digital Marketing Professional Course - Digiperform, Delhi (2019)

Overview

Certifications

Certificate of Real Estate Registration - McGrath Academy, Australia (2003)

Master’s Degree in Law - University of Technology Sydney, Australia (2007)

Bachelor’s Degree in Business - University of Technology Sydney, Australia (2004)

Overview

Certifications

Master of Science in Global Entrepreneurship - Purdue University Daniels School of Business, Indiana (2014)

Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications Advertising - American University of Sharjah, UAE (2010)

Overview

Certifications

Master of Architecture (M.Arch) - Architectural Association, London (2008)

Iconic Projects - Designed landmark developments like Wangjing Soho (Beijing), Dubai Opera House, and The Circle (Zurich Airport)

Rashiq Muhamad Ali

Master of Architecture (M.Arch) - Architectural Association, London (2008)

Iconic Projects – Designed landmark developments like Wangjing Soho (Beijing), Dubai Opera House, and The Circle (Zurich Airport).

Overview

Certifications

UAE National identity Ambassador - Watani Al Emarat 2023

Level III Certification - Gregory Vogt School for Retail Professionals, UAE 2023

Action Centered Leadership (24 CPD Points) - Informa Academy, UAE 2023

Overview

Certifications

Certified Retail Real Estate Professional (CRRP) - International Council of Shopping Centers, USA 2019

Level III Instructor - Gregory Vogt School for Retail Professionals, UAE 2023

Jury Member - Middle East Council of Shopping Center Award, UAE 2024

Hitesh Mirani

Certified Retail Real Estate Professional (CRRP) - International Council of Shopping Centers, USA 2019

Level III Instructor - Gregory Vogt School for Retail Professionals, UAE 2023

Jury Member - Middle East Council of Shopping Center Award, UAE 2024

Rashed Lootah

UAE National identity Ambassador - Watani Al Emarat 2023

Level III Certification - Gregory Vogt School for Retail Professionals, UAE 2023

Action Centered Leadership (24 CPD Points) - Informa Academy, UAE 2023

Rashed Lootah

UAE National identity Ambassador - Watani Al Emarat 2023

Level III Certification - Gregory Vogt School for Retail Professionals, UAE 2023

Action Centered Leadership (24 CPD Points) - Informa Academy, UAE 2023