Zadi Hobeika has been appointed as Digital Director for all digital business across the Levant and Egypt markets at UM MENA. Having previously worked at HP, Nestle and Google’s European HQ in online business development and consultation, Zadi has most recently held the role of Managing Director at Game Theory Digital offering media buying services More Info »
Cyclist Middle East is set to launch in September 2015. Cyclist Middle East will be published by Motivate Publishing under license from Dennis Publishing. The international cycling title first launched in the UK in 2012, and this will be the third license deal just in 2015. The 116-page monthly magazine will be available from September More Info »
After three and a half years working as Beauty Writer & Stylist for Aquarius, Friday, Alpha and other contract publications, Sonam Basantani today steps down at GN Media. Sonam will move into a freelance role where she will focus on beauty styling and writing, plus fashion styling. “I’m really looking forward to becoming a freelance stylist More Info »
Megan Kemp has joined Dubai-based experiential agency LIGHTBLUE as Account Manager. Having been shortlisted for Best Youth Marketing campaign in the Effie MENA 2014 Awards, Megan previously worked at Iris Middle East as Account Executive, working across FMCG and retail accounts. In her new role, Megan will oversee key accounts including Sirocco, Emirates Leisure Retail, PlayStation and Virgin Megastore. More Info »
Memac Oglivy Dubai has won Gold at Cannes Lion for the project Geometry Global, The Lucky Iron Fish, in the PR category. The Lucky Iron Fish is an innovative campaign about one little fish that makes a difference in the world by addressing the issue of high anemia levels throughout the globe. People who use More Info »
Hill+Knowlton Strategies has launched H+K HER programme to support female employees. The programme is designed to provide information, inspiration and support to female employees as they develop throughout their careers. MeetHER showcases women in business and SpeakHER is a drive to increase the visibility of female talent in the industry. The mentorship programme for women More Info »
Laura Coughlin has been appointed as the new Deputy Editor for both What’s On magazine and the digital version, WhatsOn.ae. Having joined Motivate Publishing 12 months ago, Laura previously worked across both titles as Features Writer. In her new role, Laura will work alongside the title’s senior editors, designers and writers to create engaging and More Info »
Poppy Regan has joined MO4 Network as a Junior Account Manager. Poppy previously worked at Z7 Communications, supporting the team in communicating the clients’ messages via social media platforms and traditional PR methods. In her new role, Poppy will manage some of MO4 Network’s top lifestyle accounts. She will also be spearheading engaging and successful creative More Info »
DPQ Communications has secured the PR account for Pantry Café. The home-grown gourmet café has just opened its second outlet in Bay Square, Business Bay after the success of its first branch in Al Wasl Square. DPQ will be handling all PR and media communications for both venues in UAE. “Pantry Café represents a wave More Info »
Personalised PR and copywriting agency Media Maven has retained the contract with SensAsia Urban Spa for the second year. SensAsia is a large independent spa chain, launched by long-term UAE resident Salina Handa over 10 years ago. The spa first selected Media Maven to represent them for PR, marketing and social media management in 2014. More Info »