Entries by Shelly Mistry

2016 – Rise of the boutique agency

Natasha Hatherall-Shawe, Founder and Managing Director of TishTash, talks to TMN about the rise of the boutique agency and the new culture in the PR business… “Whilst many of the big global agencies are reporting one of their worst years ever in 2016, boutique agencies such as ours are reporting record growth…” When I started More Info »

BNC Publishing makes new promotion

Media production and digital house, BNC Publishing has promoted Crystal Chesters to the role of Group Editor for hospitality titles. Former Editor of Hotelier Middle East at ITP Media Group and most recently, Editor at BNC Publishing for Catering News Middle East, Crystal will now oversee the editorial growth and development for both hospitality publications under BNC – Catering More Info »

PRCA joins hands with media intelligence firm

The Middle-East edition of PRCA, PRCA MENA has collaborated media intelligence agency, LexisNexis. The12-month partnership aims to provide members of PRCA with the best practices and market insights as well as special offers on a range of media monitoring and analysis tools. “LexisNexis is delighted to partner with PRCA MENA in the Middle East region,” More Info »

Anita Buys’ blog goes live

Dubai-based media professional, Anita Buys has launched a new digital platform, HerNameIsAnita.com. With past experience as a TV and radio presenter and most recently, Brand Manager for GlamBox Middle East, Anita’s new blog will feature stories on a range of topics – from sports cars and travel to fragrances and lifestyle as well as fitness. “I’ve always More Info »

Management changes at ITP

ITP Media Group has undergone further management reshuffling, following the appointment of Ali Akawi to the role of CEO last year. Former Deputy Managing Director, Alex Reeve takes on the role of Executive Director for Consumer titles and Martin Chambers, previously Publisher at Time Out group has now taken on the position of Publishing Director. In his new More Info »

New Editor at Hotel News Middle East

Monthly hospitality title, Hotel News Middle East, part of BNC Publishing has welcomed Patrick Ryan to the role of Editor. With over 16 years of experience in the industry, Patrick was previously Assistant News Editor at weekly newspaper, 7Days. In his new role, Patrick will oversee and contribute to content creation for the publication’s print and digital platforms More Info »

ITP Publishing Group reveals new identity

Following the launch of ITP Live in November 2016, the Dubai-based publishing house has rebranded as ITP Media Group. With its growth in print, digital and event divisions, the new title and logo aims to identify the firm as a 360° content creation agency with a multi-platform approach to its publications and events. “With more More Info »

Rotana welcomes Senior Marketing Officer

The Dubai offices of Rotana Media Group has appointed Diane Nassereldine to the role of Senior Marketing Officer. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, the entertainment group comprises of Rotana Studios, Rotana Magazine, Rotana TV and Rotana Records as well as seven music stations under Rotana Radio. Previously Senior Digital Business Developer at Mediaquest Corp., Diane will now be responsible for the development More Info »