InsideOut Awards 2015 winners announced
InsideOut magazine revealed the winners of its first reader awards at a gala dinner on Sunday, June 7, 2015, at the Sofitel The Palm, Dubai. After three months of voting and with over 15, 000 individual votes casted, InsideOut revealed the UAE’s favourite brands, as voted for by readers. Winners on the night included The White Company, Maison D’Art, More Info »
Spread welcomes Anastasiya Golovatenko
UAE-based public relations firm Spread Communications has welcomed Anastasiya Golovatenko to its team as Account Manager. Anastasiya brings to her new role a Master’s degree in Communications and Analytics, as well as over seven years of PR experience. As Account Manager, she will head up agency flagship accounts including Le Vault, LAYAL MAKAREM, DHI, Draw More Info »
CNN to launch The Silk Road series
CNN is set to launch a new series uncovering the cultural traditions and commercial trading synonymous with The Silk Road trading route – The Silk Road: Past, Present, Future. Each month, CNN International correspondent Sumnima Udas will visit a different country along The Silk Road, uncovering stories of innovation, culture and business. The format of More Info »
house of comms to launch BOUNCE Abu Dhabi
House of comms has been appointed to handle all PR for BOUNCE’s second venue in Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi. The indoor free jumping trampoline park first launched in Dubai one year ago. “This was an absolute no brainer for us,” says Doran Davies, Chief Operating Officer at BOUNCE. “The guys over at house of comms More Info »
Lotus Communications wins Sentinel account
Lotus Communications has been appointed as the communications agency for Sentinel Business Centres in Dubai. The centres provide luxury serviced offices in the H Business Tower at Number One Sheikh Zayed Road, as well as consultancy and company formation services for both entrepreneurs looking to establish new companies and multinational companies looking to set up More Info »
MEPRA announces Visionary Award shortlist
The Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) has named the nominees for its 2015 Visionary Award. Winners of the award, which recognises leaders for their impact and thought leadership over the previous year, will be announced on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the MEPRA Leadership Majlis in Abu Dhabi. Nominees have been split across three More Info »
The Qode wins Vida Downtown Dubai account
UAE-based luxury communications agency The Qode has been appointed PR partner to Vida Downtown Dubai. Part of Emaar’s hospitality division, Vida is known for its modern white interiors and quirky rooms. “We are very pleased to be working with Vida Downtown Dubai, one of Dubai’s most unique properties and a popular destination for the city’s More Info »
Sarah Hedley Hymers promoted at ITP Publishing
Sarah Hedley Hymers has been promoted to the position of Editorial Director, Ahlan! Group. Having previously held the position of Group Editor, Ahlan! Group, Sarah will continue to oversee all titles including the flagship weekly Ahlan!, online portal Ahlan! LIVE, monthly title Ahlan! Qatar and the Hot 100 series. In addition, she will also focus on new More Info »
Pencell wins 2015 Arab Luxury World Award
Pencell PR & Events won the top prize in the luxury watches and jewellery category at the Arab Luxury World Awards this week. Successful for the second consecutive year, Pencell won the award for its regional launch campaign for the IWC Schaffhausen Portofino Midsize collection. IWC CEO & Brand Director Georges Kern & Karoline Huber respectively More Info »
Carly Rothman launches Lean Living Girl
Health food and fitness fanatic Carly Rothman has launched her blog, aptly named Lean Living Girl (LLG), www.leanlivinggirl.com. Through her passion for food and fitness, she shows how to create a guilt-free lifestyle – one full of nutritious dishes and raw treats that can become every-day loves and staples. The blog includes workout plans, nutrition advice More Info »