About Us
who we are and what defines us
Founded in 2025, our company is committed to societal transition and operates according to the principles of the social and solidarity economy.
Our Unique Approach
From universal principles to local needs
Our mission is to provide guidance for implementing sustainable and innovative cultural projects all around the world. The uniqueness of our approach lies in ensuring that each project covers multiple fundamental human aspirations while addressing local needs.
We believe this is the best way to enhance both the spiritual and physical well-being of individuals, while also fostering their engagement with society.
Our Unique Approach
From universal principles to local needs
Our mission is to provide guidance for implementing sustainable and innovative cultural projects all around the world. The uniqueness of our approach lies in ensuring that each project covers multiple fundamental human aspirations while addressing local needs.
We believe this is the best way to enhance both the spiritual and physical well-being of individuals, while also fostering their engagement with society.
Our Values
Respect
We value the perspectives, needs, and contributions of everyone we work with.
Empathy
We place people at the centre of our actions, treating everyone with empathy and dignity.
Sustainability
We implement sustainable solutions and take steps to preserve both built and natural heritage.
Innovation
We bring fresh ideas to life at the intersection of tradition and innovation.
Quality
We are committed to delivering impeccable quality services with reliability and responsiveness.
Integrity
We act honestly, transparently, and consistently in all that we do.
Meet Our Team
At Alteradvise, our success is driven by the skilled professionals we collaborate with. Passionate about culture and dedicated to making it accessible, they bring their expertise to projects around the world, in multiple languages.
The role of our operational team is to facilitate their work, ensuring smooth execution so that they can focus fully on delivering exceptional service to every client.
Noyan Kayak
Founding Partner - CEO & Consultant
Noyan brings a visionary approach to cultural asset management, drawing on his extensive experience in the library sector and his research work. He is deeply passionate about the transformative power of cultural assets to inspire societal change and promote the common good. He has an academic background in information science, art history, and history.
Amro Bahri
Founding Partner - COO
Amro is an experienced professional with a strong focus on business administration, having taken on increasing managerial responsibilities over his career. He combines this with a background in IT and analytics, gained through work in both North America and the Middle East, and applies his skills to drive effective and innovative solutions.
Experts
Houda Ben Younes
Partner - Consultant
Houda is an architect and cultural heritage specialist with experience in designing, managing, and leading community-driven conservation, restoration, and heritage valorisation projects. She holds a Master’s degree in Architecture, Landscape, and Archaeology from Sapienza University of Rome and a PhD in Architecture from the University of Carthage. As a former consultant at ICCROM-Sharjah, she contributed to safeguarding Arab historic cities and adapting heritage to climate change. She also played a key role in a successful UNESCO World Heritage inscription.
Expertise: Cultural Heritage
Sylvain Gache
Partner - Consultant
Sylvain is a seasoned professional who initially built his career in research, then in teaching, based on a master’s degree in history, archaeology, and geography, followed by a doctoral degree in history. More recently, he has shifted his focus to the field of information sciences (libraries, archives), where he also obtained a master’s degree. He is now particularly interested in implementing design thinking methods and participatory approaches in cultural projects.
Expertise: Libraries & Third Places, Community Engagement
Abdullah Halawa
Partner - Consultant
Cultural heritage expert.
Expertise: Cultural Heritage, Capacity Building