La Femme has welcomed Sarah Williams to the role of Deputy Editor. With over seven years of experience, Sarah has previously worked with publications including; Hotelier, Caterer Middle East and, most recently, Bloomberg Businessweek. In her new role, she will be working on leading content creation, writing and editorial direction for the magazine, with the aim More Info »
Discovery Networks has selected du as its preferred partner for official playout and distribution services in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This extends the existing partnership between the network and the UAE-based mobile communications and technology provider and means that du will now offer its expertise to manage the transmission of Discovery More Info »
Hill+Knowlton Strategies has appointed Bashar AlKadhi to the role of Chief Executive Officer, MENA, starting September 2016. Previously COO at ASDAA’A Burson-Masteller, Bashar has over 17 years of experience in PR having worked in senior roles for companies including; i2 Group, Coca-Cola and intermarkets PR. In his new role, he will oversee Hill+Knowlton’s business across More Info »
Boutique agency expose-communications has secured the account to represent Dubai-based fashion designer, Deborah Henning for the launch of her two-day educational workshop from September 2, 2016 to September 3, 2016. expose-communications will be handling all PR activities for the workshop in order to increase awareness of the event, across all media channels throughout the region. More Info »
Dubai-based Iris Public Relations has secured the PR account for Savanah Jewellery. Created by Savanah Al Badri, Savanah Jewellery specialises in handmade, limited-edition, semi-precious jewellery inspired by ancient Arabian and Indo-Persian cultures. Iris PR will now be responsible for all regional operations for the London-based company. “We look forward to working with Savanah Jewellery to More Info »
Advertising agency Grey Group MENA has secured the account to develop creative strategies in Lebanon as well as across the Middle East for Lebanese company Daher International Food Co (DIFCO). Founded in 1992, DIFCO operates with a team of farmers, packers, processors and employees to produce and manufacture breakfast cereal products in the Middle East More Info »
IHC Integrated Communications has welcomed Alexandra Williams to the role of Associate Director at the Dubai office. With eight years of experience in PR, digital analytics, crisis communications and strategy, Alexandra previously worked at Weber Shandwick, Kuala Lumpur as an intern where she worked on technology and B2B accounts including Microsoft and Google. She most More Info »
Digital marketing and media agency, hug digital partners with Stokke AS, a manufacturer of children’s furniture, equipment and accessories, to oversee operations and develop digital solutions across the MENA region. Established in 1932, Stokke traditionally designs sustainable products including; the highchair, stroller, baby carrier, home textiles and nursery market segments, to promote bonding and healthy More Info »
Dubai-based boutique agency expose-communications, has secured the account for Sisters Beauty Lounge. Established in 2003 by Shirin Abdulrazak, with seven different locations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the salon offers treatment as well as retail therapy for customers to indulge in and be catered for on the go. expose-communications will now handle all PR activities for More Info »
Dubai-based company Hamac Trading Est, has appointed integrated service agency Alsayegh Media as its official communications partner for Havaianas, a Brazilian flip-flop brand. Established in Sao Paulo, Brazil in 1962, Havaianas, now present in 106 countries, produces over 4 billion pairs with almost 400 new designs every year and has become synonymous with style, comfort More Info »