About Us
Arabian
Anti-Piracy
Alliance.
A Regional Intellectual Property Protection Organization operating across the Middle East and North Africa. We work at the intersection of enforcement, government engagement, and rights protection to address intellectual property violations in complex markets.
AAA supports rights holders, enforcement authorities, and institutions in identifying infringement, strengthening enforcement practices, and addressing the root causes of counterfeiting and piracy. Our work combines on-the-ground investigations, legal and enforcement support, and structured engagement with government entities to drive lasting improvement in intellectual property protection.
With active operations across multiple jurisdictions, AAA is known for its credibility, regional expertise, and responsible use of influence. We understand local markets, regulatory environments, and enforcement realities, allowing us to operate effectively within each country’s institutional framework.
Beyond enforcement outcomes, AAA’s work contributes to broader economic stability by protecting legitimate businesses, safeguarding jobs, and supporting fair and lawful trade across the region.
Our Mission
To support effective intellectual property protection by working with authorities and rights holders to drive lasting change across the MENA region.
Our Vision
To be a leading voice and partner in advancing IP
protection across the region.
Our Vision
To be a leading voice and partner in advancing IP protection across the region.
Meet the
Founders
Under his leadership, AAA has grown into a trusted regional partner operating across the GCC and wider MENA region, known for its credibility, discretion, and ability to deliver practical results in complex enforcement environments.
Scott Butler is the founder and CEO of the Arabian Anti-Piracy Alliance (AAA).
A former Major in the United States Army Special Forces (Green Berets), Scott brings decades of leadership, strategic planning, and operational expertise to the field of intellectual property protection.
Following his military service, Scott led anti-piracy operations for the Motion Picture Association across the Middle East, where he worked closely with governments, enforcement authorities, and international rights holders to significantly reduce piracy through coordinated enforcement, policy engagement, and public awareness initiatives.
Scott Butler is the founder and CEO of the Arabian Anti-Piracy Alliance (AAA).
A former Major in the United States Army Special Forces (Green Berets), Scott brings decades of leadership, strategic planning, and operational expertise to the field of intellectual property protection.
Following his military service, Scott led anti-piracy operations for the Motion Picture Association across the Middle East, where he worked closely with governments, enforcement authorities, and international rights holders to significantly reduce piracy through coordinated enforcement, policy engagement, and public awareness initiatives.
Under his leadership, AAA has grown into a trusted regional partner operating across the GCC and wider MENA region, known for its credibility, discretion, and ability to deliver practical results in complex enforcement environments.
Work Achievements: From the start of her professional life, Ola has worked in IP protection across all GCC countries. She continues to seek opportunities to expand into other Arab countries to share her experience and help improve IP enforcement. She has strong relationships with governments in the GCC and Egypt, working with them on updates, identifying challenges, and providing tailored solutions. She is also active in attending relevant conferences.
Ola Khudair, a Partner at our firm, holds a law degree with honors.
She began her career at the Motion Picture Association from 1997 to 2002, and later joined the Arabian Anti-Piracy Alliance shortly after it was established.
Ola is highly passionate about intellectual property, with notable worldwide achievements in copyright. She has represented major copyright industries globally. Throughout her work, she collaborates closely with governments, reviewing laws, addressing challenges, and providing practical and creative solutions.
She also works directly with operations teams and clients, and is deeply committed to supporting economies, international investors, and creators—who in turn contribute to job opportunities for Arab youth.
Ola Khudair, a Partner at our firm, holds a law degree with honors.
She began her career at the Motion Picture Association from 1997 to 2002, and later joined the Arabian Anti-Piracy Alliance shortly after it was established.
Ola is highly passionate about intellectual property, with notable worldwide achievements in copyright. She has represented major copyright industries globally. Throughout her work, she collaborates closely with governments, reviewing laws, addressing challenges, and providing practical and creative solutions.
She also works directly with operations teams and clients, and is deeply committed to supporting economies, international investors, and creators—who in turn contribute to job opportunities for Arab youth.
Work Achievements: From the start of her professional life, Ola has worked in IP protection across all GCC countries. She continues to seek opportunities to expand into other Arab countries to share her experience and help improve IP enforcement. She has strong relationships with governments in the GCC and Egypt, working with them on updates, identifying challenges, and providing tailored solutions. She is also active in attending relevant conferences.