Media relations consultancy for the MENA region, APO Group has launched a new version of their media monitoring service for press releases. The new service aims to provide all wire customers with a complimentary bespoke monitoring report which collates media clippings from websites, print publications and social media while delivering insights on media sentiment and More Info »
Dubai-based marketing, branding and reputation building agency, Briar Prestidge International has been appointed to represent Paragon Consulting. Led by Dr. Corrie Block, Paragon Consulting provides companies innovation in leadership, strategy, corporate governance and restructuring. Briar Prestidge will handle all digital PR and integrated marketing solutions, including a podcasting campaign called Business is Personal featuring Dr. More Info »
Dubai-based social media and content house, Those Social Guys has been re-appointed to represent InterContinental Fujairah Resort and InterContinental Abu Dhabi in the region. Those Social Guys will be responsible for handling the brand’s social profile by providing creative content and social media community management as well as photography and videography services. “Continuing our partnerships is a More Info »
Dubai-based weekly tabloid newspaper, Xpress has ceased print publications. Published by Gulf News, the final edition was published on August 30, 2018 and will continue to exist online. “Xpress lived on for more than 11 years, bringing readers quality community stories and investigative reports of high international standards,” says Abdul Hamid Ahmad, Editor-in-Chief, Gulf News. “And More Info »
Dubai-based boutique communications consultancy, Catch Communications has been appointed as the regional PR Partner for Gates Hospitality. Catch Communications will be supporting the group with public relations strategy and implementation across all Gates Hospitality’s venues including Publique, Reform Social & Grill, The Lion, Via Veneto, Folly, Ultra Brasserie and Bistro Des Arts. Catch Communications will More Info »
Dubai-based public relations and influencer marketing agency, POP Communications will represent Nara Pan Asian in the UAE. Formerly known as Spice and Ice, Nara Pan Asian is an Asian eatery that serves Chinese, Japanese & Thai Cuisine. POP Communications will handle the traditional PR and media relations while driving brand awareness in the UAE F&B More Info »
Managing Director of Those Social Guys, Samuel Turner has been nominated for New Entrepreneur of the Year at the Gulf Capital SME Awards 2018. Instituted by MEED and supported by Dubai SME and the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, the awards recognise innovative and successful business leaders in the UAE. The awards will be held on September 26, More Info »
Integrated communications agency, SOUP has been appointed to represent the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The DIFC is a financial hub that features office spaces, retail outlets, restaurants and residential apartments. SOUP will handle all social media activities within the region. “It’s a great honour to represent such an iconic brand as the DIFC,” says More Info »
Christina Maroudias, Bulldozer Group, Group PR & Communications Manager offers her thoughts on the PR industry in the Middle East. The main purpose of writing in PR is to gain positive exposure for its clients or brands, and to send their news to the general public. This makes up a huge part of the PR More Info »
Integrated communications agency, House of Comms has appointed David O’Sullivan to the role of Head of Digital. With over 15 years of experience in digital strategy and transformation for brands such as The Kraft Heinz Company, Mercedes Benz, Emirates Group, NBC Universal, LG Electronics and Marks & Spencer. In his new role, he will drive More Info »