Fashion Illustrator Megan Hess has signed Think Liquorice for a second year to launch her latest book, Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon. Best known for her illustrations for Candace Bushnell’s Sex and the City novel, Megan has since designed work for luxury brands such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Dior. Think More Info »
Fox + Hound Communications has secured the PR account for Al Grissino Restaurant and Lounge, effective as of October 4, 2015. The agency will be managing all publicity, marketing and social media for the Milanese dining venue, located in Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC. “We are really excited to be working with the team from Al More Info »
Dubai-based boutique agency expose-communications has secured the PR account for couturier and fashion house, Rami Al Ali. The agency will be working to raise regional awareness of the couture, bridal and recently launched prêt-à-porter collections. “It’s a huge pleasure to be working with the top couturier and one of the Middle East’s most notable designers,” says Hind Dahmash, Co-Founder, More Info »
Dubai-based marketing and PR agency TishTash has launched TishTash Talent, a new talent management division. The agency, founded in January 2012 by Natasha Hatherall, already represents several local personalities including Dubai-based rapper Two Tone and Channel 4’s Eve Jaso. TishTash Talent aims to establish itself as a professional source for local and international actors, personalities, More Info »
The London-based Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) has nominated two documentaries submitted by Sky News Arabia for it’s annual awards. The 11th edition of The AIB Awards will recognise content that reflects current social issues and are presented across television, radio and online platforms. The jury panel for the AIB Awards includes over 40 notable More Info »
Digital communications agency Socialize has welcomed Rabih Fouladgar to the role of Digital Media Planner. Rabih joins the agency from Initiative, MCN Group, where he gained over two years in media planning experience. In his new role, Rabih will be managing the digital media campaigns for brands such as Honor, Clark’s, The Peppermint Experience and More Info »
HOT Media has welcomed Annie Darling to the role of Features Editor. Previously based in London, Annie most recently worked as a reporter for Talisman Communications where she provided copy across various channels to large corporate businesses. As Features Editor, Annie will work on luxury titles World Traveller and AIR alongside Editor Richard Jenkins. She will contribute More Info »
Dubai-based Verve Marketing and Communications has been appointed as the official PR agency for the soon-to-be-opened Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort and Spa – the fifth Starwood property in the agency’s portfolio. Located close to the border of Ajman and easily accessed from the centre of Sharjah, the Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort and Spa is a More Info »
The TPG Group has acquired Dubai-based events company, élan productions, as part of its strategy to strengthen it’s corporate client offerings throughout the Gulf region. Combining the two businesses will provide clients with solutions for events such as award ceremonies, product launches or gala dinners. élan is an international events company with clients such as Emaar, Emirates, Coca-Cola More Info »
Online publications Ananke and Elan are to partner in order to coproduce content to provide more engaging and relevant features for their readerships. Ananke was established to celebrate visionary women and cover issues relating to female empowerment, women’s economic emancipation and gender mainsteaming, while Elan looks to highlight positive trends emerging across the Middle East More Info »