Transparency and trust of sponsored posts
Dubai-based restaurant review website, FoodSheikh who works under an anonymous principle for unbiased dining experiences and reviews, talks about the transparency and trust of sponsored posts by bloggers and PRs in the UAE… I’m no media expert – when asked to do an op-ed piece, I had to google it before I said yes. There More Info »
Q Communications secures new corporate client
Global staffing, recruitment and employment agency, Adecco Middle East has appointed Q Communications to handle the PR operations for its annual Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI) survey. With the fourth edition scheduled for release in January 2017, the survey is an annual benchmarking report that measures the ability of countries to compete for talent. Q Communications will be responsible for More Info »
Luxury lifestyle blog launches
Dubai-based PR professional, Manon Isabella has launched a new digital platform under her name, manonisabella.com that features topics ranging from fashion and beauty to travel and lifestyle. Previously Director of PR & Communications for lifestyle and travel quarterly, Horizon & Beyond, Isabella aims to communicate her interests and experiences in Dubai through her new personalised blog. More Info »
Khaleej Times welcomes new Assistant Editor
Dubai-based newspaper, Khaleej Times has appointed Anamika Chatterjee to the role of Assistant Editor for its weekly magazine, wknd. Previously Editor of celebrity and lifestyle weekly, Masala’s online portal, part of ITP Publishing Group, Anamika will now contribute to editorial content for wknd’s print and digital editions. ‘I am thoroughly excited about the new assignment More Info »
Harper’s Bazaar makes new appointments
Monthly fashion and lifestyle title, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia, falling under the umbrella of ITP Publishing Group, has welcomed Alexandra Venison and Gina Tadros to its team. Previously Fashion & Beauty Director at Viva, ITP Publishing Group has promoted Alexandra Venison to the role of Digital Editor at Harper’s Bazaar Arabia. In her new role, Alexandra will be primarily responsible for More Info »
New appointment at ITP Publishing Group
Dubai-based publishing house, ITP Publishing Group welcomes Widad Naami to the role of Senior Digital Commercial Manager. Previously Business Development Manager at digitalCUPS and Head of Business Development and Sales at Buro 24/7 ME, Widad has over 10 years of experience in the region’s media and publishing industry. In her new role, Widad will be More Info »
New industry event series launches
Dubai-based PR, marketing and communications agency, Fekra Communications has launched a new industry-related event series called Let’s Talk! With the first event to take place in March 2017, the new division aims to bring together communication and media experts of the region as well as senior officials and policy makers to shed light on trending topics in More Info »
Kiss Tension Goodbye
When Team TMN found out about a new cupping therapy that promises to provide health and slimming benefits, we couldn’t wait to put it to the test… What: Cup Kiss body massage – Chinese cupping massage therapy. Where: Tips & Toes, Al Barsha When: Tips and Toes is open from 10am until 10pm from Sunday to More Info »
SOCIATE to handle F&B account
Marketing, events and design agency, SOCIATE has won the account to handle all PR operations for Inn the Park. Located at Al Khazzan Cadillac Park. Inn the Park is a café that offers a healthy, organic breakfast menu that includes eggs, breads, coffee products and smoothies. SOCIATE will be responsible for all PR activities as More Info »
Hill+Knowlton appoints new Account Executive
The Dubai offices of communications agency, Hill+Knowlton Strategies has appointed Maha Hussein to the role of Account Executive under its Finance and Professional Services team. Previously an Account Executive at Four Communications, Maha will now contribute to all PR activity for the agency’s financial and corporate clients. “I am absolutely delighted to be joining Hill+Knowlton,” More Info »