Priyanka Pradhan is to join Sorbet Magazine as Features Editor commencing next week. Formerly Assistant Editor of T Emirates: The New York Times Style Magazine, and journalist at Bloomberg Businessweek Middle East, Priyanka has worked in various roles with a background in fashion and lifestyle in Mumbai as well as Dubai. “I love the concept behind the magazine More Info »
Speedo, the world’s leading swimwear brand has appointed Ovation Public Relations to deliver its global campaign ‘Get Speedo Fit’ in 2014. “Speedo is passionate about life in and around the water, developing technologies to support swimming from grass-roots through to elite level,” says Rebecca Liedtke, Managing Director, Ovation Public Relations. “The benefits that swimming brings, More Info »
Michaela Williams has joined the Good Housekeeping Middle East team as Deputy Editor. Formerly Hotels Editor for QANTAS The Australian Way magazine, Editor of beauty blog Lather Rinse Repeat and Online Beauty Contributor for Cosmopolitan Australia, Michaela takes over the role from Yi-Hwa Hanna, who recently moved across to Women’s Health Middle East. Michaela will be working across beauty, fashion, More Info »
Communications firm Grayling announced today the appointment of Julio Romo as Head of Digital within Grayling’s Middle East and Turkey operations. The hire is part of a series of initiatives that are underway to spur Grayling’s development as a digitally-enabled, global public relations consultancy with insights, ideas and rapid access to multi-channel solutions. Romo brings More Info »
Lifestyle PR and marketing agency TishTash has been appointed to represent wellness and lifestyle blog, On Cloud Zen, written by former OK! Magazine Editor, Sarah Bladen. “On Cloud Zen is a great fit with our strong organic beauty portfolio and other wellbeing clients and is something us as team are really passionate about,” says Natasha More Info »
Chris Newbould has been appointed as Film Correspondent for The National’s Arts & Life section, covering regional and international festivals, the Middle Eastern film industry and all the latest Hollywood, Bollywood and international releases. Previously Editor of Digital Studio Middle East, Chris has covered TV, film and music writing in the UK for The Guardian’s City More Info »
Tina Carter has joined FleishmanHillard as Account Executive. Tina will be responsible for supporting the team with media relations, events, messaging and placements for a growing list of clients. “I’m excited to be working at a company that’s charting its own course in the region,” says Tina. “Working with such a forward-thinking team is motivating, More Info »
Verve Marketing & Communications has added Antara Palace Wellness and Destination Spa to its roll of luxury and destination brands. Located on the south-west shore of Cyprus, Antara Destination Spa & Resort takes inspiration from ancient philosophies as well as a scientific approach to create exceptional treatments, while the resort’s in-house Michelin-starred chef creates health-conscious meals that More Info »
Expose Communications has signed a new PR contract with wedding gift registry, White Almonds. Founded by entrepreneur Sara Farah, White Almonds is an innovative concept that adds a delicate touch of luxury to your wedding registry. As the first personalised luxury wedding registry in the region, White Almonds offers flexible online and offline bespoke services to More Info »
Yasmine Ambre has joined Dubai Airport & City Guide as its new Editor-in-chief. Formerly in charge of Luxury World and Ambre Press Communication Agency in Paris, Yasmine has extensive experience in PR, communications and media. The title is published by ADD Media who is also responsible for Dubai Dining Guide and Dubai Health Directory, amongst More Info »