The verdict in three sentences
A corporate event agency in Dubai should plan 8,000 to 15,000 EUR (roughly 32,000 to 60,000 AED) for a website that generates briefs rather than an online brochure. The budget is driven by the video portfolio (30 client cases hosted on Vimeo) and by a brief form that qualifies budget, date and headcount. With a 6 to 8 week timeline and a target of 12 qualified briefs a month, the site pays for itself with the first signed conference.
What the website costs, line by line
MICE agency directors often underestimate content production. Development weighs less than packaging the 30 references: selecting clips, subtitling, writing context and key figures (attendees, venue, duration).
| Item | 2026 range (EUR, excl. VAT) | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Strategy, sitemap, wireframes | 1,500 to 3,000 | Workshops with the sales team |
| Custom design (12 to 18 templates) | 2,000 to 3,500 | Offer pages, case studies, venues, team |
| Build and CMS | 2,500 to 4,500 | Next.js or headless WordPress, fast pages |
| Video portfolio (30 cases, Vimeo) | 1,000 to 2,000 | Embeds, thumbnails, filters by format |
| Brief form and CRM connection | 600 to 1,200 | HubSpot, Pipedrive or structured email |
| Technical SEO and offer content | 400 to 800 | Conference, convention, incentive, launch |
| Indicative total | 8,000 to 15,000 | 2026 market estimate for an agency-grade build |
Hosting video on Vimeo (Standard or Advanced plan, about 200 to 900 EUR a year depending on volume) keeps the site light. Videos load on demand, which protects mobile speed, a decisive factor when a buyer checks the site between meetings.
The brief form: where revenue is won
A generic Contact form produces vague requests. A 4 step brief form filters out unqualified leads and prepares the sales response.
| Brief field | Why it matters | Measured effect (estimate) |
|---|---|---|
| Event type | Routes to the right project lead | Reply 24 h faster |
| Number of attendees | Sizes venue and logistics | Fewer back-and-forths before quoting |
| Budget range | Screens out off-target requests | 30 to 40 % fewer requests to process |
| Date or period | Checks venue availability | Prioritises urgent files |
| Preferred city or region | Dubai, Abu Dhabi or abroad | Sharper quote from the first call |
| Attachment (RFP) | Large-account tenders | Flags high-value opportunities |
The target of 12 qualified briefs a month is realistic for an agency ranking on "conference organiser Dubai" or "corporate event agency UAE". With a 20 to 25 % close rate, that means 2 to 3 signed events every month.
Typical 6 to 8 week schedule
| Week | Deliverable |
|---|---|
| 1 | Workshops, sitemap, list of the 30 client cases |
| 2 to 3 | Desktop and mobile mockups, sign-off |
| 3 to 5 | Build, CMS, video portfolio |
| 5 to 6 | Brief form, CRM, content |
| 6 to 7 | QA, speed and accessibility tests |
| 7 to 8 | Launch, redirects, conversion tracking |
The main delay risk is collecting videos and client approvals. Keep one week of buffer to secure consent from the brands you showcase.
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Hypothetical persona: Layla, managing director of a conference and convention agency in Dubai (14 staff). She invests 12,000 EUR in the website. Her average event is worth 45,000 EUR with a 22 % gross margin, i.e. 9,900 EUR of margin per event.
If the site produces 12 qualified briefs a month and 2 are signed, monthly margin generated reaches 19,800 EUR. The site is paid back in under a month of normal sales activity. Even with a single event signed per quarter through the site, ROI turns positive in under 5 months.
FAQ
Should videos be hosted directly on the website?
No, Vimeo or an equivalent service is preferable. A 2 minute HD video weighs 100 to 300 MB, which would slow the site sharply and inflate bandwidth costs.
How many client cases should we show at launch?
Thirty well-documented cases are plenty. Fifteen complete cases with figures (attendees, budget, venue) beat 60 thumbnails without context.
Can the site handle large-account tenders?
Yes, with an RFP upload field (up to 20 MB) and an instant alert to the sales director. These files often exceed 100,000 EUR.
What budget should we plan after launch?
Allow 150 to 400 EUR a month for maintenance, hosting and portfolio updates. Adding 4 to 6 new cases a year keeps credibility high.
Is a bilingual site necessary?
In Dubai, an English plus Arabic version is often expected by government-linked clients. The Arabic version, with right-to-left layout, adds 20 to 30 % to the initial budget.
Let's scope your project. Video portfolio, brief form, CRM: we define scope, indicative budget and the 6 to 8 week plan with you. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
