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THE QODE LANDS PLUKKA ACCOUNT

January 23, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Michelle J Kuehn

Dubai-based communications and events agency The Qode has signed e-commerce fine jewellery retailer Plukka. Plukka will launch in Dubai in February, after a successful international debut in December 2011.

“Plukka is a very fashion forward and edgy brand with a really innovative and interesting approach,” says Ayman Fakoussa, The Qode’s Managing Partner. “Plukka has already become one of the most prolific online retailers in the Far East and we are really excited about introducing the brand to the Middle East market.”

ARMAGGAN appoints PRCo Dubai to manage GCC PR

January 19, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

PRCo Dubai has been appointed to represent ARMAGGAN as its public relations agency in the GCC. The limited edition, high-end jewellery brand has two high-end department stores in Istanbul.

“Being appointed by ARMAGGAN further underlines our experience in the lifestyle and travel sectors. We are excited to be part of the team progressing the ARMAGGAN vision and I look forward to working with them.” says Jonathan Rivlin, Managing Director, PRCo Dubai.

Ebru Karaçam, General Manager, ARMAGGAN, continues: “We are pleased to announce our partnership with PRCo Dubai who will open the door for us to the Gulf region. There are some really exciting developments on the agenda for 2014 and we are all excited to have PRCo Dubai on board.”

Fiona Falconer wins mariadowling PR account

January 16, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

mariadowling has appointed Fiona Falconer as the company’s new PR representative, handling PR for the Dubai-based mariadowling salon and the mariadowling branded range of hair products.

“mariadowling is the ultimate creative hair brand in the region and is a true home-grown success story,” says Fiona. “I will be building on the already strong profile she has created for herself in the market.”

Sensasia Urban Spa signs on with Think

January 15, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

UAE-based spa chain SensAsia Urban Spa has appointed Think to handle all its PR and marketing activities, effective immediately.

“SensAsia Urban Spas stand out as being non-stuffy, forward-thinking and slick, which is actually the rule of thumb that applies to every element of the Think company profile,” says Sarah Walker, PR Director, Think. “I have been a fan of the brand and its quirky concepts for years and so alongside brand owner, Salina Handa, Think is planning a really exciting year of pampering ahead.”

Ovation PR win Speedo Middle East account

January 14, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

Speedo, the world’s leading swimwear brand has appointed Ovation Public Relations to deliver its global campaign ‘Get Speedo Fit’ in 2014.

“Speedo is passionate about life in and around the water, developing technologies to support swimming from grass-roots through to elite level,” says Rebecca Liedtke, Managing Director, Ovation Public Relations. “The benefits that swimming brings, be it cardiovascular, posture or weight loss are excellent. It is a great time to make swimming integral to a fitness regime and communicate these benefits to people in the region via PR.”

Through the ‘Get Speedo Fit’ campaign, Speedo has identified swim fitness as a growing trend in the market and aims to elevate the status of swimming for fitness to that of going to the gym, running, or playing a sport to keep fit.

On Cloud Zen appoints TishTash

January 13, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

Lifestyle PR and marketing agency TishTash has been appointed to represent wellness and lifestyle blog, On Cloud Zen, written by former OK! Magazine Editor, Sarah Bladen.

“On Cloud Zen is a great fit with our strong organic beauty portfolio and other wellbeing clients and is something us as team are really passionate about,” says Natasha Hatherall, Managing Director of TishTash.

Verve signs Antara Palace PR contract

January 9, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

Verve Marketing & Communications has added Antara Palace Wellness and Destination Spa to its roll of luxury and destination brands. Located on the south-west shore of Cyprus, Antara Destination Spa & Resort takes inspiration from ancient philosophies as well as a scientific approach to create exceptional treatments, while the resort’s in-house Michelin-starred chef creates health-conscious meals that complement the wellness programme.

“The GCC is a very important market for Antara Palace Wellness and Destination Spa and we are delighted to represent them in the region, as their sole PR & Marketing agency,” said Shamira Mitha, Founder & Managing Director for Verve Marketing & Communications. “We are enthusiastic about this new relationship with Antara who share our passion for service, luxury and hospitality,”

For further details relating to Antara Palace Wellness and Destination Spa, contact Shamira Mitha on shamira@vervedubai.com / +971 (0)4 283 0398

Expose signs White Almonds PR account

January 9, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

Expose Communications has signed a new PR contract with wedding gift registry, White Almonds. Founded by entrepreneur Sara Farah, White Almonds is an innovative concept that adds a delicate touch of luxury to your wedding registry. As the first personalised luxury wedding registry in the region, White Almonds offers flexible online and offline bespoke services to ensure that wedding registry planning is both perfect and effortless.

”We are very excited to be working on the White Almonds account and look forward to creating awareness for this innovative wedding concept, that has been lacking in the region,” says Dana Abdelhadi, Director of Expose Communications. “Expose are delighted to add even more diversity to our ever expanding client portfolio.”

TOH PR wins VOSS Middle East PR account

January 6, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

VOSS, one of the world’s leading premium artesian still and sparkling waters, has partnered with TOH Public Relations to strengthen their regional presence in the UAE and throughout the Arabian Peninsula. As a premium brand associated globally with purity and excellence, TOH PR will build the brand’s reputation and further its positioning as the market leader in premium bottled water, also launching their new home and office delivery service throughout the UAE.

“I have been working with VOSS in United Arab Emirates since 2006 and have seen steady positive growth during the entire period,” says Will Foster, Regional Manager Arabian Gulf & Indian Ocean Islands, VOSS. “Adding an agency like TOH PR will grow the VOSS brand awareness and add excitement to our marketing efforts.”

Sophie Toh, Founder of TOH PR adds, “Winning VOSS as part of a competitive pitch process has been a fantastic boost to the agency as we head into 2014 and underlines our experience in the FMCG and hospitality sectors. The global credibility of the VOSS brand is self-evident and we look forward to strengthening brand values and implementing compelling activations for regional media, taste makers and stakeholders.”

PRCo Dubai lands Al Barari account

December 15, 2013/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

PRCo Dubai has been signed as Al Barari’s PR agency for the GCC yet again, following the launch of Al Barari’s award-winning luxury real estate The Reserve, earlier this year. PRCo Dubai will oversee public relations for the wider Al Barari estate including The Reserve at Al Barari, award-winning development The Farm and two additional upcoming launches in 2014.

“I am very pleased to be partnering with Al Barari again as they approach another exciting milestone in their development,” says Jonathan Rivlin, Associate Director at PRCo Dubai. “It is an honour to be part of the team progressing the Zaal family vision and I look forward to working with them.”

Al Barari is the flagship development of the Zaal family, with around 80% of the development’s 14.2 million square feet made up of green, lush space that envelopes the 189 luxury-villas. The Reserve at Al Barari, comprises 28 high-end villas that can be developed on a bespoke basis.