Johnny Kollin

Johnny Kollin is the visionary leader behind Várri Consultancy, bringing a wealth of experience in financial services with a strong focus on risk management. His passion for innovation and dedication to ethical business practices have driven Várri Consultancy to become a trusted partner in the fields of finance and technology. Johnny holds an MSc in Economics and Business and a portfolio of professional certifications, making him a formidable force in the business world. With a strong commitment to transparency, integrity, and excellence, Johnny shares valuable insights on finance, governance, risk and compliance, and the evolving business landscape through his blog posts. Stay connected with Johnny on LinkedIn to stay updated on his latest publications and engage in insightful discussions on today's most pressing financial topics.

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Ramadan Effect: How Businesses Can Benefit from a Time of Reflection

Saturday, March 1, marks the beginning of Ramadan 2025, following the sighting of the crescent moon in the UAE. As Ramadan begins, individuals and businesses across the UAE and beyond enter a period of reflection, recalibration, and renewal. While...

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Dubai AI Seal: A Framework to Identify and Promote Genuine AI Providers

Dubai has introduced the Dubai AI Seal, a six-tier classification and verification framework for companies providing artificial intelligence (AI)...

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What Is the Most Common Reason Behind Startup Failures?

Some argue that startups fail because of market fit issues, lack of funding, or poor teams while touting the latest agile development trends and...

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Balancing AI Integration: Boosting Productivity While Preserving Human Drive

The prevailing narrative suggests that professionals who don’t embrace artificial intelligence (AI) risk being replaced. However, it’s equally...

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Happy New Year 2025!

A New Year, A Bright Horizon: Welcoming 2025 with Várri Consultancy This year, our New Year's greeting card video features a single firework flying...

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Happy Holidays!

As the year draws to a close, we at Várri Consultancy want to take a moment to reflect on the past year and extend our warmest wishes to our clients,...

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Várri Consultancy Earns Gold in Middle East Risk & Compliance Rankings

Recognised for its growing expertise, Várri Consultancy has progressed from Bronze to Gold in just one year.

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Happy Eid Al Etihad: Celebrating 53 Years of Unity and Progress

At Várri Consultancy, we proudly call the United Arab Emirates (UAE) home, a nation that has set an inspiring example of resilience, innovation, and...

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Várri Consultancy at the Swedish Business Council’s Julbord 2024

As the festive season approaches, Várri Consultancy was honoured to participate as a Crystal Snow Sponsor at the Swedish Business Council’s highly...

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Várri Consultancy Secures Fourth Consecutive Clutch Global Leader Award for Fall 2024

Várri Consultancy sustains its top-tier status through consistently high performance in management consulting.

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