Motivate Val Morgan, the official representatives of Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has named this year’s jurors from the UAE set to judge entries from across the region. The members of jury will include Josephine Younes, Creative Director of McCann FP7/DXB, Elda Choucair, CEO of PHD MENA, Sascha Kuntza, Creative Director of Memac Ogilvy More Info »
Dubai-based PR agency, Z7 Communications has won the PR account for Murad. Founded by Howard Murad in 1989, Murad is a healthcare brand that offers a range of clinical skincare products with an aim to obtain a younger, healthier and happier life for everyone. Z7 Communications will handle all PR operations for the launch of Murad More Info »
Following the recent announcement that well-established Saudi-Arabian news channel, Al-Arab has ceased operations, another channel in the region has been on the brink of closure leading to a change of ownership. Dubai-based English language television channel, City 7 TV formerly part of BinHendi Enterprises, will now operate under the umbrella of WeTel-TV, a TV platform More Info »
Dubai-based digital advertising agency, hug digital has signed an agreement with the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for phones and tablets, HMD Global. Founded in 2016, HMD Global aims to rebrand Nokia phones and tablets as well as plan for them to run on the Android operating system. The new partnership will see hug digital handle More Info »
Ford Middle East and Africa has appointed Katie Dove to the role of Director of Communications. With a diverse experience in consumer and corporate campaigns, Katie previously worked with Weber Shandwick as Director and most recently with Motorola as Communications Director of Europe-Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia-Pacific regions, where she led all communications More Info »
Mitch Williams, Social Media Director at Serviceplan Middle East tells TMN about his current role and what he thinks about the media industry in the region… Name: Mitch Williams Age: 29 From: Johannesburg, South Africa Current job title: Social Media Director, Serviceplan Middle East (SPME) When did you first arrive in Dubai? May 2013 Where More Info »
Dubai-based PR agency, Katch International has been reappointed by TAG Heuer to handle all its PR operations across the region. TAG Heuer is a Swiss manufacturing company that specialises in watches and fashion accessories. Katch International will continue to handle all PR and communication activities for TAG Heuer through campaigns and collaborations across the UAE. More Info »
Dubai-based creative, marketing and PR agency, Jensen Matthews has secured the PR account for Al Waha International Human Resources Consultancy. Based in Abu Dhabi, Al Waha is a recruitment agency that offers employment options to companies and job seekers across a wide range of industries. Jensen Matthews will be responsible for all PR operations through More Info »
Dubai-based marketing and PR agency, SOCIATE has won the PR account for nightlife and music scene Analog Room. Founded in 2012, Analog Room is a vibrant community known for its finest parties and quality underground music from around the world. SOCIATE will handle all PR activities for Analog Room’s international artists and resident Disk Jockeys More Info »
Dubai-based boutique agency, Soho Communications has secured the PR account for Al Tayer Group’s hospitality division across the UAE. Established in 1979, Al Tayer Group is a private holding company that operates across several industries in the Middle East. Soho Communications will be handling Al Tayer Group’s hospitality division to work with brands such as More Info »