Strategic advisory for governments, public institutions, multinational companies and development organizations.
Europe · Africa · North America
International Consulting Group
(group@messerand.com)
Messe Rand Consulting Group BV
Building institutions. Connecting continents. Creating impact.
An international consultancy group advancing institutional excellence, executive education, strategic communications and cross-border partnerships.
Practical solutions for governments, institutions and global organizations
Europe · Africa · North America
Strategy · Knowledge · Partnership
Turning international expertise into practical institutional progress.
One group. Four specialist businesses. One commitment to measurable impact.
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Specialist businesses
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Continental regions
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Integrated ecosystem
We connect expertise, institutions and opportunities to help organizations move from ambition to practical progress.
Headquartered in Rotterdam, Messe Rand works with governments, development institutions, corporations, universities and international organizations across Europe, North America, Africa and emerging markets.
Our multidisciplinary model combines strategic advisory, executive education, publishing, international events and partnership development through a coordinated family of specialist businesses.
Our businesses
Specialist expertise. Shared standards. Greater collective impact.
Each business has a distinct focus and audience while benefiting from the relationships, perspective and international reach of the wider group.
01 · Executive education
Rotterdam School of Business & Public Policy
Executive education, public policy, governance, leadership development and institutional capacity building.
Explore RSBPP 02 · Professional developmentMCG Maritime and Energy Institute
Professional development in the Maritime and Energy sector, including maritime, ports, logistics, shipping, oil, gas and energy.
Explore the Institute 03 · PublishingUkumbi Afrika Publications
Business media, publishing, strategic communications and digital journalism focused on Africa and global markets.
Explore Ukumbi 04 · ConveningMCG Conferences & Events
International conferences, executive summits, trade missions, government study visits and business networking.
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What we do
An integrated approach to complex institutional needs.
Our services can stand alone or be combined into a coordinated program shaped around the client’s objectives.
Explore all servicesPractical, internationally focused programs that strengthen leadership, governance and professional capability.
High-level platforms for policy dialogue, investment promotion, knowledge exchange and international cooperation.
Editorial publishing, corporate communications and thought leadership that elevate important ideas and organizations.
Strategic connections between institutions, universities, investors, companies and development organizations.
Why Messe Rand
International perspective, grounded execution.
We go beyond conventional consulting by bringing strategy, learning, communications and international engagement into one ecosystem.
Discuss your objectivesGlobal perspective, local understanding
International best practice interpreted through regional realities and client priorities.
Integrated solutions
Specialist capabilities coordinated across consulting, education, publishing and events.
Trusted expertise
Experienced professionals, academics, policymakers and industry specialists.
Lasting impact
A focus on practical outcomes, institutional capability and long-term value.
Strategic Partner
African Business Roundtable
A shared commitment to Africa-focused dialogue and development.
Our strategic partnership with the African Business Roundtable (ABR) reflects a shared commitment to advancing Africa-focused dialogue, thought leadership, and sustainable development. Through the publication of Ukumbi Afrika Magazine, we promote knowledge exchange, foster informed discourse, and connect policymakers, business leaders, investors, academics, and development partners across the continent and beyond.
By combining insightful journalism with strategic engagement, this partnership strengthens collaboration between institutions, industry leaders, and emerging opportunities, contributing to Africa’s economic transformation, regional integration, and global competitiveness.
Selected Clients
Institutions that have trusted our expertise.
We have supported public institutions, regulators and industry organizations across Africa through advisory, learning and strategic engagement.
Bank of Uganda
Bank of Ghana
Bureau of Public Service Reforms
Central Bank of Liberia
Ghana National Petroleum Corporation
Ghana Revenue Authority
National Assembly of Nigeria
Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission
Nigerian Export-Import Bank
National Information Technology Development Agency
NNPC Limited
Nigerian Ports Authority
Oyo State Government
Petroleum Technology Development Fund
Revenue Mobilisation Allocation & Fiscal Commission
Securities & Exchange Commission Nigeria
The Presidency, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Conferences & Executive Events
Where decision-makers meet, ideas move into action.
We design and deliver high-level platforms that bring together policymakers, business leaders, investors, development partners and industry experts for meaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange and strategic collaboration.
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Let’s build institutions and opportunities that last.
For consulting, partnerships, executive education, professional development in the Maritime and Energy sector, conferences, publishing or strategic collaboration, tell us what your organization is working toward.