2016 – Rise of the boutique agency
Natasha Hatherall-Shawe, Founder and Managing Director of TishTash, talks to TMN about the rise of the boutique agency and the new culture in the PR business… “Whilst many of the big global agencies are reporting one of their worst years ever in 2016, boutique agencies such as ours are reporting record growth…” When I started More Info »
Panache welcomes new Agency Director
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 More Info »
BNC Publishing makes new promotion
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 More Info »
PRCA joins hands with media intelligence firm
The Middle-East edition of PRCA, PRCA MENA has collaborated media intelligence agency, LexisNexis. The12-month partnership aims to provide members of PRCA with the best practices and market insights as well as special offers on a range of media monitoring and analysis tools. “LexisNexis is delighted to partner with PRCA MENA in the Middle East region,” More Info »
The Agent launches in UAE
Talent management professional, Abdel Sahrane Benjli has launched new talent agency, The Agent. With experience in the talent and entertainment industry, Abdel previously worked with Bareface as Talent Manager where he managed upcoming talents and worked with top celebrities such as Nancy Ajram. The Agent will represent brands and professionals in the media and public More Info »
SOCIATE retains F&B account
Dubai-based PR and marketing agency, SOCIATE has retained the account to handle all PR operations for Dusty’s in the UAE. Located in Dubai International Financial Centre, Dusty’s is a homegrown restaurant concept that portrays a mixture of different traditions in its food, design and ambiance. SOCIATE will continue to work on all PR activities for More Info »
Anita Buys’ blog goes live
Dubai-based media professional, Anita Buys has launched a new digital platform, HerNameIsAnita.com. With past experience as a TV and radio presenter and most recently, Brand Manager for GlamBox Middle East, Anita’s new blog will feature stories on a range of topics – from sports cars and travel to fragrances and lifestyle as well as fitness. “I’ve always More Info »
Grey Beirut wins F&B account
Advertising agency, Grey Beirut, part of Grey Group MENA has been appointed to handle the global advertising account for Nakhla Tobacco Company. Founded in 1913, Nakhla Tobacco is a water pipe manufacturing company that produces and sells a range of tobacco products across the region. Grey Beirut will be responsible for orchestrating the brand’s trade More Info »
SOCIATE reappointed to handle luxury account
Italian furniture brand, SELVA has appointed SOCIATE as its retained agency to handle all its PR activities across the UAE. Established in 1968, SELVA is a luxury furniture brand that offers exquisite and classic handmade Italian furniture and homeware accessories. “We are happy to continue our work with SELVA as their PR agency since 2015,” More Info »
Management changes at ITP
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 More Info »