Global travel search engine, Skyscanner has appointed Dubai-based media company, The MediaVantage, as its exclusive sales representative in the Middle East. The MediaVantage will be responsible for selling advertising opportunities and offering targeted media solutions across all areas of the travel website and its brand extensions in the Middle East. “The team is excited about More Info »
Dubai-based integrated communications agency, balcony8 has appointed Ellis Nicholls to the role of Senior PR Manager. Ellis brings with her over seven years of experience in PR and communications, having worked with several regional and global brands including Tory Burch, TRYANO and Six Senses Zighy Bay. In her new role, she will focus on new More Info »
Dubai-based integrated communications agency, Katch International has been appointed to handle the social media activities for NEST at TRYP by Wyndham Hotel. NEST is an open urban co-working space that offers members and visitors a place to work, connect and learn. Katch will be responsible for all NEST’s social media communications in the UAE. “Dubai More Info »
Dubai-based entertainment company 117Live, part of Al Ahli Holding Group has appointed Tracy Watchorn to the role of Director of Sales and Marketing. With over ten years of experience in the sports and entertainment industry, Tracy previously worked with Dubai Rugby Sevens, FIFA World Club and most recently with Flash Entertainment. In her new role, More Info »
LinkedIn’s Head of Sales Solutions MENA, Stefanie Fernandez tells TMN about her current role and what she thinks about the sales industry as well as the concept of social selling in the Middle East… Name: Stefanie Fernandez Age: I just celebrated a milestone birthday, but you’ll have to guess which one! From: I was born More Info »
Saudi Arabian-based newspaper, Arab News has launched new smartphone application, Hajj App. Officially sponsored by the Muslim World League, the Hajj app aims to provide comprehensive coverage of the Hajj pilgrimage and will offer the latest news updates from Arab News as well as live broadcast service. The application will also include features such as More Info »
ASDA’A Burson-Marsteller has been awarded the Grand Stevie Award at this year’s International Business Awards (IBAs). The awards, known as the Stevies aims to honour and recognise the achievements and positive contributions of companies and working professionals worldwide. This year’s awards saw ASDA’A Burson-Marsteller win five gold, 14 silver and nine bronze across the PR More Info »
Dubai-based creative and technology agency, Omobono has appointed Helen Rankin to the role of Senior Digital Strategist. With 20 years of experience in digital transformation and marketing, Helen previously worked with LG Electronics Middle East and Africa (MEA) as Regional Digital Marketing Manager, and most recently with M&C Saatchi as Chief Growth Officer. In her More Info »
LinkedIn has launched a new video feature that allows users to record upload and post native videos directly from their LinkedIn mobile applications to their feed. The new addition to the platform would be available to users globally and would enable them to start conversations, and share their professional knowledge as well insights through videos. More Info »
Dubai-based marketing and PR agency, TishTash has been appointed as the PR agency for ENCAS in the UAE. ENCAS is a vegan-friendly and gluten-free sweet delicacy and spread range that offers nutritious treats to sweet lovers across the UAE. TishTash will be responsible for ENCAS’ reputation through strategic PR campaigns, events and media relations. “ENCAS, More Info »