September 2018 – Page 4 – The Media Network

Briar Prestidge to handle Paragon Consulting

September 14, 2018/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based marketing, branding and reputation building agency, Briar Prestidge International has been appointed to represent Paragon Consulting. Led by Dr. Corrie Block, Paragon Consulting provides companies innovation in leadership, strategy, corporate governance and restructuring. Briar Prestidge will handle all digital PR and integrated marketing solutions, including a podcasting campaign called Business is Personal featuring Dr. Block and other top industry experts.

“For us, working with Paragon Consulting and Dr. Corrie Block is an exciting addition to our portfolio” says Briar Prestidge, CEO and Founder, Briar Prestidge International. “Dr. Block has incredible experience and knowledge. He has been a trusted advisor in a number of UAE companies, has provided leadership and strategy consulting in more than 30 countries, and is a published author on business strategy and consulting. We are excited to be working with Paragon Consulting to bring a personal touch to business, and create an informative show that people can learn from and enjoy in the region.”

Those Social Guys renew partnership with luxury resort brand

September 2, 2018/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based social media and content house, Those Social Guys has been re-appointed to represent InterContinental Fujairah Resort and InterContinental Abu Dhabi in the region. Those Social Guys will be responsible for handling the brand’s social profile by providing creative content and social media community management as well as photography and videography services.

“Continuing our partnerships is a big part of our company DNA at Those Social Guys,” says Samuel Turner, Managing Director, Those Social Guys. “Long term, strong partnerships that ensure you build together are critical to brands, and are too rarely seen in our industry. We thank the InterContinental Hotels for their continuing support and belief, and look forward to many more years of creating fantastic work together.’

Xpress to cease print publishing

September 2, 2018/in Featured, Regional News /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based weekly tabloid newspaper, Xpress has ceased print publications. Published by Gulf News, the final edition was published on August 30, 2018 and will continue to exist online.

“Xpress lived on for more than 11 years, bringing readers quality community stories and investigative reports of high international standards,” says Abdul Hamid Ahmad, Editor-in-Chief, Gulf News. “And for most of these reports, we had to dig deeper to collect information and meticulously check the facts before we published them. Many of these reports were picked up by the foreign media. The stories exposed fraud, they uncovered crime, and they put the spotlight on unfair dealings. I would like to thank our readers, who placed their trust in us, the editor of Xpress and all the staff, who were a part of its launch, its journey and its success.”

Catch Communications wins hospitality account

September 2, 2018/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based boutique communications consultancy, Catch Communications has been appointed as the regional PR Partner for Gates Hospitality. Catch Communications will be supporting the group with public relations strategy and implementation across all Gates Hospitality’s venues including Publique, Reform Social & Grill, The Lion, Via Veneto, Folly, Ultra Brasserie and Bistro Des Arts. Catch Communications will also work towards strengthening the brands’ presence in the region and supporting the group with PR strategy and influencer marketing campaigns for existing and new concept launches.

“We are exceptionally thrilled to be appointed as communications consultants for Gates Hospitality,” says Injeel Moti, Managing Director, Catch Communications. “It is such a reputable group with award-winning concepts in its kitty across the dining and entertainment scene. We have loads of exciting new launches in the pipeline for the new season which we are positive the media will love!”

Pop Communications to represent Asian eatery

September 2, 2018/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based public relations and influencer marketing agency, POP Communications will represent Nara Pan Asian in the UAE. Formerly known as Spice and Ice, Nara Pan Asian is an Asian eatery that serves Chinese, Japanese & Thai Cuisine. POP Communications will handle the traditional PR and media relations while driving brand awareness in the UAE F&B market and engage with relevant audiences.

“Spice and Ice was a hugely popular restaurant and we are thrilled to be part of its reinvention in the form of Nara Pan Asian ,” says Sarah Dudley, Managing Director, POP Communications. “Nara Pan Asian is set to become an exciting new addition to the ever changing Dubai foodie scene and we look forward to a lot of exciting happenings there over the next few months.”

MD of Those Social Guys nominated for Gulf Capital SME Award

September 1, 2018/in Award win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Managing Director of Those Social Guys, Samuel Turner has been nominated for New Entrepreneur of the Year at the Gulf Capital SME Awards 2018. Instituted by MEED and supported by Dubai SME and the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, the awards recognise innovative and successful business leaders in the UAE. The awards will be held on September 26, 2018 at the Ritz Carlton DIFC.

“Any time you’re recognised for an achievement by your peers, it means so much,” says Samuel Turner. “I hope awards like this, and being recognised for overcoming challenges and building a company in a very competitive industry and environment can inspire young entrepreneurs to keep pushing through their challenges and towards their goals.”

Briar Prestidge to handle Paragon Consulting

Xpress to cease print publishing

Pop Communications to represent Asian eatery

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