Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi welcomes Paula Tannous

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Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi has appointed Paula Tannous to the role of Director of Sales and Marketing. With 20 years of experience in hospitality, Paula most recently worked as Complex Director of Sales and Marketing at Novotel and Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai, where she was jointly responsible for all major decisions regarding the hotels’ operations, strategies and directions. In her new role, she will be responsible for strategy development and internal operations for Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, playing a key role in all events and promotional activity happening in and around the hotel, including the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

“I’m delighted to be heading up such a vibrant and hard working team for such a prestigious property in Abu Dhabi,” says Paula. “This is an exhilarating time for Yas Viceroy, with exciting plans in place for 2016 and with the current preparations for the Formula 1, I’m honoured to be a part of this journey.”

Stuart Appleby joins Sport360

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Stuart Appleby has joined Sport360 as a Video and Online Journalist. New to Dubai, Stuart most recently worked as a Sports Journalist at Hayters Teamwork Sports Agency in London where he covered Premier League football on a weekly basis, as well as other major sporting events, in both video and print mediums. In tandem with his work at Hayters, he spent over a year with the England Cricket team as their in-house Content Manager. For Sport360, Stuart will be covering a number of high-profile events, producing both video and print interviews for Sport360’s online service and newspaper.

“I’m pleased to have joined Sport360 and I’m looking forward to a new journalistic challenge in the UAE,” says Stuart. “The region is fast becoming a hub for sport and it is great to report on many leading tournaments and events.”

 

Purobeach welcomes new PR Director

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Purobeach UAE has appointed Ellie Keene to the role of PR Director. Set to open in December 2015, the beach club will be located at the JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort and is the second Purobeach opening in the UAE. Home to a new restaurant and spa, as well as watersports facitilities during the day, the venue will also host a number of events – from private parties to resident DJ nights. Ellie will be responsible for all of the venue’s PR, and will be working alongside Marketing Director Martin Quinn, to handle all communications and media coverage for Purobeach UAE.

“Working in the nightlight industry in Dubai has always been an interest of mine and adding Purobeach to the list of projects I am currently working on is extremely exciting,” says Ellie. “I am really looking forward to building the success of this already reputable brand in the UAE.”

 

Entourage welcomes Hanan Shafey

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Hanan Shafey has joined Entourage Marketing and Events as Senior Arabic Copywriter. With over 10 years of work experience in creative writing and translation, she most recently worked at Viola Communications as Content Writer and Translator. In her new role, Hanan will be developing press releases, news features and advertorials for Entourage, as well as working on content creation for websites and brochures, and supporting the agency’s PR department.

“I believe that words inspire good marketing,” says Hanan. “I have a great passion for writing which I am looking to translate into success in my new role with the Entourage team.”

 

Kate Grevillé joins Q Communications

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Q Communications’ Abu Dhabi office has welcomed Kate Grevillé to the role of Middle East Director. Joining Q Communications from UK agency Tangerine, where she worked as Associate Director, Kate has over 10 years of experience in the communications industry and has lead global consumer campaigns for brands including Pizza Hut, Manchester United Soccer Schools and The North Face. Her new role will see Kate lead and grow Q Communications’ team in its recently launched Abu Dhabi office, she will be responsible for driving growth, managing client relations, day-to-day business operations and new business development, reporting to the agency’s Co-Founders and Directors, Katie Harvey and Elsa Roodt.

“Kate is hugely talented and brings with her some fantastic global experience which will be a valuable asset to Q Communications,” says Katie Harvey, Co-Founder and Director, Q Communications. “Her experience in the hospitality  sector specifically, is second to none and we’re delighted to have her on board.”

Kate adds “Q Communications has an exceptional reputation. The team is well known for running highly impactful campaigns which achieve meaningful results. The expansion into Abu Dhabi with the opening of Q Communications ME is the first stage of a wider expansion plan into the GCC. Abu Dhabi is a thriving business environment and offers so much opportunity , especially within the hospitality industry and in the digital arena.”

 

CPI Financial welcomes Jessica Combes

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Jessica Combes has joined CPI Financial as Editor of Finance ME. Jessica joins the magazine from Johannesburg, where she worked as a Journalist responsible for her own photographs, covering events and conducting interviews as well as creating digital media. As Editor of Finance ME, Jessica will be conducting interviews, attending events, liaising with PR companies and writing features. She will also be charged with the layout of the magazine which will involve working alongside the Finance ME sales division and designer.

“When the opportunity came to work with CPI Financial came, I grabbed it and everything seems to have happened incredibly quickly since,” says Jessica. “It’s a really exciting challenge. I’m fortunate enough to work closely with Georgina Enzer – she is so generous with her knowledge, experience and time.”

Fairmont appoints new Director of Sales and Marketing

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Hazem Aouad has joined Fairmont Dubai as Director of Sales and Marketing. With over 15  years of experience in hospitality, Hazen most recently held the position of Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing at Radisson Royal Hotel, Dubai and Radisson Blu Resort, Fujairah. As Director of Sales and Marketing, he will be responsible for the continuous development of Fairmont Dubai’s strategies in the market.

“I am thrilled to join Fairmont Raffles Hotels International (FRHI), a company that has shown significant and consistent growth year on year,” says Hazem. “I am looking forward to leading the Sales and Marketing team at Fairmont Dubai and very excited to take up this new challenge by building on the successes already achieved and developing the hotel’s strategies in the market.”

Susan Clowes joins Omnia

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Branding and digital communications company Omnia has welcomed Susan Clowes to the role of Client Services Director for Digital Projects. Susan has over eight years of experience in Media, previously working as a Digital Strategist for H+K Strategies across MENA, Australia and India and, more recently, as in-house eCommerce Director for Dubai-based West LA boutique. As Client Services Director for Digital Projects, Susan will be fostering valuable client relationships as well as ensuring that projects are delivered to a high standard and that Omnia’s commercial objects are met. She will be working alongside Hollie Thomson, Director of Public Relations.

“Back working agency side and having joined Omnia’s renowned team, I’m looking forward to being at the forefront of digital developments for some of the largest and best known brands in the region,” says Susan.

Hollie adds, “Our integrated approach here at Omnia is key. Working together we will ensure the highest standards of strategic direction for creative digital and editorial projects. With Susan’s experience, we aim to help drive digital innovation in the region.”

 

Katie Coleman joins Motivate

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Katie Coleman has joined Motivate Publishing as Sales Manager for The Week magazine in the Middle East. Joining the company from London, Katie most recently worked for Media Ten, where she was Advertising Sales Manager for Grand Designs Magazine and responsible for advertising on all platforms across the brand. In her new role, Katie will be looking after all advertising opportunities across the weekly, world affairs title.

“I am very excited about joining the Motivate team,” says Katie. “I am looking forward to getting out and meeting all of my clients and getting to know them individually. This will enable me to have a good understanding of their goals and objectives which will in turn allow me to use my knowledge of the publishing industry to create effective campaigns and see great results.”

Swiss Media Group welcomes new Senior Editor

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Rania Habib has joined Swiss Media Group as Senior Editor. Formerly Assistant Editor at Canvas Magazine, Rania has over 10 years of experience in journalism and has most recently written for publications including Brownbook, Harper’s Bazaar Art Arabia and Selections while working freelance. As Senior Editor, she will be working on all three of Swiss Media Group’s flagship titles; Prestige, Stuff Worth Reading (SWR) and Equestrio. Rania will also be working on contract publishing projects for the company.

“This is an exciting time to join the Swiss Media Group, and I am looking forward to working on its varied portfolio of print titles, as well as their digital offerings,” says Rania.