House of Comms appoints new Account Executive

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Dubai-based integrated communications agency, House of Comms has appointed Olivia Lee Ray to the role of Account Executive. A graduate from University of Leeds with a degree in Communications Studies, Olivia has previous PR experience in the F&B, lifestyle and the travel industry. In her new role, she will work on House of Comms’ client accounts as well as assist with social media campaigns across all platforms.

“I’m seriously happy to be joining House of Comms at such an exciting time for the agency,” says Olivia. “The whole team are so inspiring and they boast of a very impressive client portfolio. I can’t wait to see what 2017 holds and I’m so pleased to have the opportunity to be a part of it.”

Naomi Chadderton joins Dubai agency

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Dubai-based PR agency, MCS Action, part of Action Global Communications has appointed Naomi Chadderton to the role of Editorial Manager. With eight years of editorial experience, Naomi most recently worked on Ahlan! magazine as Fashion and Beauty Editor and has extensive experience in the region, having also worked as Editor for The Dubai Mall Magazine, Fashion Editor for Conceirge magazine and Junior Fashion & Beauty Editor at Grazia Middle East. In her new role, she will work across content creation for the agency’s consumer and lifestyle clients.

“Having worked in journalism for the last eight years, I’m very much looking forward to expanding my horizons by joining Action Global,” says Naomi. “The team has always been such a pleasure to work with from a PR perspective and the company is also currently thriving in terms of client wins and company growth, so I’m excited to see what the year ahead has in store.”

New Account Manager at Impact Porter Novelli

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Dubai-based PR agency, Impact Porter Novelli has appointed Laura Vessier to the role of Account Manager. With over six years of experience, Laura previously worked with Porter Novelli Paris as Junior PR Consultant and most recently in Dubai with Top Chef Cooking Studio as Business Development Coordinator. In her new role, she will oversee and manage Robinsons and P&G beauty brands including Gillette, Gillette Venus and Braun.

“I am so excited to join Impact Porter Novelli,” says Laura. “I’m going back to the basics with this amazing agency and having worked on P&G in Paris I am looking forward to comparing the two different markets, Europe with the GCC. I am sure I will learn a lot more from this new role.”

Mitch Williams joins Serviceplan Middle East

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Dubai-based integrated communications agency, Serviceplan Middle East has appointed Mitch Williams to the role of Social Media Director. With experience in the media industry, Mitch previously worked with Wunderman MENA as Social Media Brand Manager and most recently with Create Media Group as Social Media Director where he managed the social media division and drove the overall direction of the clients. In his new role, he will head the agency’s social media division and lead the strategic direction of the company offering while growing and managing the social media team.

“I am super excited to be joining Serviceplan Middle East team and having the opportunity to work with them on building the social media team,” says Mitch.

New Junior Account Executive at House of Comms

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Dubai-based integrated communications agency, House of Comms has appointed Malak Hussein to the role of Junior Account Executive. A recent graduate of the American University in the Emirates, Malak holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and E-commerce. In her new role, she will join the social media team and work across House of Comm’s portfolio of Arabic-focused clients to further strengthen the regional Arabic team.

“As a fresh graduate, it was amazing to land a role with House of Comms, which offers the opportunity to work with such a diverse portfolio of brands” says Malak. “My goal was to join an agency that would further my skillset in the digital world and develop me professionally as well as one that resonated with my understanding of marketing.”

Panache welcomes new Agency Director

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UAE-based events and production agency, Panache Middle East has appointed Aniysha Seyfferdt to the role of Agency Director. With over 13 years of experience, Aniysha previously worked with Landmark Group as Marketing Manager and most recently at Collyer Lessick as Event Projects Manager. Following the rebrand of the agency’s XPRNC arm to Panache XPRNC, the agency will include management for corporate event services and will see Aniysha oversee its operations as well as manage its conceptualisation and activities of high profile events across the Middle East.

“When we met Aniysha her adaptability, creativity and experience struck a chord with us,” says Niladri Mondal, Director Strategy, Panache Middle East. “We are thrilled to welcome her leadership and knowledge to the Panache family and look forward to the new direction of XPRNC.”

BNC Publishing makes new promotion

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Media production and digital house, BNC Publishing has promoted Crystal Chesters to the role of Group Editor for hospitality titles. Former Editor of Hotelier Middle East at ITP Media Group and most recently, Editor at BNC Publishing for Catering News Middle East, Crystal will now oversee the editorial growth and development for both hospitality publications under BNC – Catering News Middle East and Hotel News Middle East as well as digital content, events and awards.

“Having been in the region for over three years editing hotel and F&B publications, I am delighted to have the opportunity to oversee BNC Publishing’s young and fast-growing hospitality portfolio,” says Crystal. “As we move into the third year of Hotel News Middle East, I am excited to help set the agenda for the publication and build the brand’s portfolio of events, while continuing to consolidate the profile of Catering News Middle East on the region’s competitive publishing market.”

Management changes at ITP

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ITP Media Group has undergone further management reshuffling, following the appointment of Ali Akawi to the role of CEO last year.

Former Deputy Managing Director, Alex Reeve takes on the role of Executive Director for Consumer titles and Martin Chambers, previously Publisher at Time Out group has now taken on the position of Publishing Director. In his new role, Martin will be responsible for operations across all consumer titles under ITP. Alia Fawad, formerly Deputy Managing Director of ITP, will now manage the launch of ITP’s social influencer agency under the new division, ITP Live.

New Editor at Hotel News Middle East

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Monthly hospitality title, Hotel News Middle East, part of BNC Publishing has welcomed Patrick Ryan to the role of Editor. With over 16 years of experience in the industry, Patrick was previously Assistant News Editor at weekly newspaper, 7Days. In his new role, Patrick will oversee and contribute to content creation for the publication’s print and digital platforms as well as manage all events and awards under the Hotel News Middle East brand.

 “Having worked across business desks for over a decade, it wasn’t hard to see just how important the hotel industry is to the entire region,” says Patrick. “It’s a dynamic and thriving sector and I’m looking forward to being at the helm of what’s already a vibrant and informative title. These are exciting times for the hotel industry and it’s my goal to ensure that Hotel News Middle East not only reflects that, but is right at the heart of everything that happens in the hotel sector across the region.”

Rotana welcomes Senior Marketing Officer

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The Dubai offices of Rotana Media Group has appointed Diane Nassereldine to the role of Senior Marketing Officer. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, the entertainment group comprises of Rotana Studios, Rotana Magazine, Rotana TV and Rotana Records as well as seven music stations under Rotana Radio. Previously Senior Digital Business Developer at Mediaquest Corp., Diane will now be responsible for the development of marketing strategies as well as boost Rotana Artists through relevant media exposure.

“Rotana is the leader in Arabic music content and I will make sure that everyone knows it,” says Diane.