Communications network Publinet Group, which includes Cicero & Bernay Public Relations, RAW social media agency and creative think-tank Spark* Middle East, has expanded its senior leadership team with three new appointments. Cicero & Bernay has welcomed Grace Asmar to the role of Director of Practices and Offerings where she will act as the agency’s custodian More Info »
CNN International has launched CNN Style on TV, following the successful launch of CNN.com/Style last year. The first 30-minute Monthly CNN Style show was aired on CNN International on Saturday, April 9 and was fronted by Journalist and Author Derek Blasberg. The programme will aim to be at definitive events in the style calendar such More Info »
Lotus Communications has been appointed to launch new activewear and yogawear online boutique www.strawberrylotus.com into the UAE market. The e-commerce business stocks products that are ideal for fitness enthusiasts with a focus on ethical and eco-friendly brands and Lotus will be working on all PR, marketing, social media and brand management for Strawberry Lotus. “It More Info »
UAE-based communication consultancy CommFirm has been appointed to handle all integrated communications for nkdpizza as they re-enter the UAE market. The firm will handle all digital, media, PR and special events for nkdpizza, including the launch of three upcoming outlets in Motor City, Business Bay and Dubai Marina. “We are happy to be back in More Info »
Al Arabiya English has added a blogs section to its website, to focus on additional areas of interest outside of politics. The section will feature a host of international writers covering fashion, beauty, career coaching, nutrition and fitness, there will also be features from sports, politics, business and art bloggers who will add to the topics More Info »
Lauren Steadman has joined Motivate Publishing as an Editor for its Connect division. Previously an Editor at ITP Publishing, Lauren has over 15 years of experience in journalism, five of which have been spent in the Gulf region. In her new role, she will edit Flashes magazine, writing and commissioning features concerning education, development, health More Info »
Amy Mathieson has joined ITP Publishing as Deputy Editor, Guides for Time Out Dubai. Previously a News Editor at Horse and Hound Magazine, part of Time Inc UK, Amy brings over nine years of experience in journalism to her new role. As Deputy Editor, Guides, she will be responsible for all of the supplements produced alongside More Info »
Create Media Group has been appointed the social media management agency for 55FIFTY7 in Dubai. Founded in 2015, 55FIFTY7 is a diamond studio located in Dubai Design District that aims to inspire guests to create their own designs and translate them into signature jewellery using state-of-the-art technology. A dedicated team within Create Media Group will More Info »
Carat MENA has promoted Herve Wittenauer to the role of General Manager – International Clients. Previously Client Servicing Director, Herve brings over 15 years of experience to his new role where he will now be reporting to Ramzi Haddad, Managing Director, Carat UAE and Lower Gulf. As General Manager – International Clients, he will be responsible for all of More Info »
Dubai-based creative resource, arabianEye, has secured a new, exclusive partnership with PA Images in order to represent its image library in the MENA region. The deal will give arabianEye’s clients access to over 11 million images on-line, supported by an archive that dates back to the 1860’s. arabianEye will also be giving PA Images access More Info »