New Account Manager at House of Comms
Dubai-based integrated communications agency, House of Comms has appointed Rachel Evans to the role of Account Manager. With experience in the UK’s PR industry, Rachel previously worked across the F&B and technology sectors with clients such as Microsoft, TGI Fridays and Cambridge University. In her new role, she will manage and work across House of More Info »
Carat to handle account for International bank
Global media agency, Carat, part of Dentsu Aegis Network has won an account from its Singapore office to handle all business and media operations for Standard Chartered Banks across the Middle East and North African region. With a presence in 67 countries, Standard Chartered Bank has operated in markets across Asia, Africa and the Middle More Info »
Emirates Woman welcomes new Deputy Editor
UAE-based glossy Emirates Woman, part of Motivate Publishing, has appointed Nina Catt to the role of Deputy Editor. With over ten years of experience in the media industry, Nina was previously based in Australia, where she worked across a number of magazines including, donna hay, that’s life! and InStyle Australia. In her new role, she will More Info »
Shortlist revealed for PRCA Awards
PRCA MENA has announced the shortlisted nominees for its inaugural awards ceremony that will take place on February 8, 2017 at the H Hotel, Dubai. The nominees include: Q Communications, Seven Media, TOH PR, Memac Ogilvy, Markettiers and Grayling as well as Hill+Knowlton Strategies, among other agencies of the region. The awards will honour agencies More Info »
Digital Republic Linked by Isobar wins digital account
Cairo-based digital advertising agency, Digital Republic Linked by Isobar has secured the account to develop and manage the digital services for Uber Egypt. Launched in 2014, Uber Egypt is a smart mobility application that offers cashless on demand car request services. Digital Republic Linked by Isobar will provide advertising technology solutions, online content and social More Info »
SOCIATE to handle Electro Brunch
Dubai-based PR and marketing agency, SOCIATE has secured the account to handle all PR operations for open-air music event, Electro Brunch. Launching on January 28, 2017, Electro Brunch is a contemporary music event that combines music, food and fun activities in a social atmosphere to attract music lovers and families. SOCIATE will be responsible for More Info »
MCG Group makes key appointment
Digital and creative recruitment agency, MCG Group has appointed Nick Clements to the role of Chief Operating Officer. With over 25 years of experience, Nick previously worked with Ogilvy & Mather as Global Account Director and most recently with BPG Bates as Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, he will oversee the operations of More Info »
PRCA MENA announces headline sponsor
The Dubai-branch of international talent consultancy, MCG Associates has partnered with Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) MENA as the headline sponsor for the inaugural PRCA MENA Awards. The awards ceremony will take place on February 8, 2017 at the H Hotel, Dubai. “It is a great pleasure to welcome MCG Associates as the headline More Info »
Al Jazeera partners with Huawei
Qatar-based media company, Al Jazeera Media Network has signed an agreement with Huawei, a global leading ICT solutions provider to enhance its online presence across all media platforms. The partnership will see Huawei provide media cloud technology allowing both parties to explore and examine the best options and solutions to transform Al Jazeera’s online platform. The More Info »
Coffee Communications secures beauty account
Dubai-based brand consultancy and communications agency, Coffee Communications has won the account to handle all PR operations for Parisian nail polish brand, Kure Bazaar. Founded by super model, Kartika Luyet, Kure Bazaar is an alternative eco-trendy nail polish free from toxic ingredients and guarantees longevity, drying time and shine. Coffee Communications will be responsible for More Info »