About MGI-Integral

Bridging Academic Excellence with Professional Mastery

At MGI-Integral, we redefine accounting excellence by merging global standards with local expertise. As the Egyptian member firm of MGI Worldwide – a top 20 global accounting network – we bring world-class audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses across Egypt and beyond.

Our Foundation

Founded by Dr. Farid Lawandy, a visionary leader with 30+ years of experience (including a decade as a Deloitte partner), our firm is built on a unique dual legacy:

  • Academic Rigor: Dr. Farid’s teaching experience as a professor at private and public universities ensures our methodologies.

  • Practical Mastery: A leadership in Egyptian Accounting Standards and advising in several board members sectors.

Mission: "Elevating accounting beyond compliance to strategic growth through knowledge-driven solutions."

MGI Worldwide Connection

"Your Local Gateway to 100 Countries"
"When you work with MGI-Integral, you’re not just hiring an Egyptian firm – you’re tapping into:

  • Instant access to vetted accounting partners around the world

  • Shared knowledge on emerging trends like cryptocurrency audits

  • Standardized quality by global peers

Our Story

  • Founded by Dr. Farid Lawandy, blending 30+ years of Big 4 experience (Deloitte) with academic leadership (Ph.D. in Accounting).

  • "Accounting isn't just about compliance – it's about empowering the companies' economies. We bridge textbook principles with boardroom strategies to drive measurable growth to our clients." – Dr. Farid Lawandy, Founder & Managing Partner


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Our Difference

We measure success not just by deliverables, but by client empowerment:

  • Academic-Practical Fusion: Our team combines academic rigor with real-world expertise as former Big 4 practitioners and professors, crafting innovative, actionable solutions.

  • Global Standards, Local Insight: We tailor international quality assurance frameworks to Egypt's unique regulatory and business environment.

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Scrabble tiles spelling out the word success on a wooden table

Our Values

Trust

Our top priority are our clients, and they know that they can always rely on us with their business.

Integrity

Our Team works ethically and morally for the benefit of our clients, staff, and society (Adherence to ISRS/ISA standards).

Professionalism

Our Team consists of highly skilled an innovative Partners with decades of professional work experience providing high quality and professional work for our clients. (Mentorship: continuous Training & practical workshops).

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Our Vision

At MGI-Integral, we don't just deliver services – we forge pathways to sustainable success. As one of Egypt's fastest-growing professional services firms, we combine global expertise from our MGI Worldwide network with local insight to help businesses thrive in any environment.

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Our Team

Meet the Minds Behind Our Mission

Our team isn't just qualified – they're thought leaders:

  • Big 4 Expertise, Local Agility
    Our team includes former professionals from leading global firms such as PwC, Deloitte, EY, and KPMG—bringing international best practices to the Egyptian and MENA market with local precision.

  • Cross-Disciplinary Strength
    From certified public accountants to economists, data analysts, risk modelers, and audit reform advisors, our team integrates diverse skills to solve complex financial, regulatory, and operational challenges.

  • Academic Excellence
    Several of our senior consultants hold advanced degrees and teach at top universities. Our academic affiliations ensure our methods are grounded in the latest research and global frameworks.

  • Regulatory Insight
    Our advisors have worked closely with regulators including the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), and international donors, giving us unique insight into regulatory trends and compliance.

Key Members Partners:

  • Ashraf Abdou (Head of Audit & Risk & Compliance)

  • Hossam Mohamed (Tax and Advisory)

  • Dr. Ihab Nashed (Tax Services)

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Our Clients

Tailored Expertise for Every Industry

Our team of ex-Big 4 professionals and academic experts doesn't just understand industries—we specialize in their unique challenges. For financial services, we've designed risk frameworks for regional banks and compliance roadmaps for insurers. In education, we've helped universities streamline accreditation and EdTech startups implement governance controls. Industrial clients rely on us for supply chain audits and operational efficiency, while hospitality leaders trust our sustainability and quality benchmarks. From optimizing oil & gas compliance to guiding telecoms on data security, we deliver precision—not just policies. Whether it's healthcare (hospital licensing, food safety) or real estate (developer due diligence, contractor risk assessments), our approach blends global standards with actionable local insight.

Financial Services:

Banks, insurance

Energy & Utilities:

Oil, gas, renewables

Education:

Universities, ed-tech

Telecom & Tech:

ISPs, software firms

Industrial & Manufacturing:

Factories, supply chain

Healthcare & Food Processing:

Hospitals, agribusiness

Tourism & Hospitality:

Hotels, travel agencies

Real Estate & Construction:

Developers, contractors
  • Financial Services: Banks, insurers, and investment firms seeking robust risk and compliance frameworks.

  • Education: Universities and EdTech innovators transforming governance and operational excellence.

  • Industrial & Manufacturing: Factories and supply chains optimizing processes and regulatory adherence.

  • Tourism & Hospitality: Hotels and travel agencies enhancing service quality and sustainability.

  • Energy & Utilities: Oil, gas, and renewable energy companies navigating regulatory landscapes.

  • Telecom & Tech: ISPs and software firms scaling securely with cutting-edge compliance strategies.

  • Healthcare & Food Processing: Hospitals and agribusinesses ensuring safety, quality, and operational integrity.

  • Real Estate & Construction: Developers and contractors building trust through transparent governance.

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Our Promise to Clients

We are architects of financial confidence, providing:

✔ Strategic Clarity

  • Transformative audits that reveal opportunities, not just compliance

  • Tax strategies aligned with Egypt's evolving regulatory landscape

✔ Academic Rigor in Action

  • Methodologies refined through our Team's teachings and trainings

  • Continuous knowledge transfer from our faculty-trained professionals

✔ Global Standards, Local Precision

  • MGI Worldwide's international frameworks adapted for Egyptian market realities

  • Trilingual (Arabic/English/German) reporting for seamless cross-border operations

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Business partners shake hands, making a deal.

Our News

  • Conferences: Dr. Farid organizing financial local and international events (e.g., "Digital Economy & Sustainability" 2023).

  • Media: TV interviews, Financial Articles; locally and internationally

Our Location

Main Office (Cairo)

Address: Rama Tower 8A, Floor 7 | Ring Road, El-Maadi | Cairo, Egypt.
Landmark: Near Bavaria

Hurghada Office

Address: 343 Advisors Building | Elmadares Street | Hurghada, Red Sea.
Landmark: Near Red Sea University

Contact Channels

contacts: +20227498311
Emergency Support: +201026991699 (WhatsApp)
General Inquiries: info@integraled.org