KLCM findings announced
The findings of the third annual Ketchum Leadership Communications Monitor (KLCM) have been released. The global study polled 6,509 people in 13 countries for their views on effective leadership, effective communication and the link between the two. Signalling the rise of a new ‘feminine’ model for leadership communication, the research found that female leaders globally More Info »
Entourage launches campaign for students
Entourage Marketing & Events has launched a campaign to help marketing students better understand the media industry in the UAE, and explain the practical uses of theories studied at university. The campaign, which will extend to universities across the UAE, will highlight and explore the opportunities of integrated communications in the Middle East. Entourage launched More Info »
Strategies International signs NARS
Strategies International has won the account to represent NARS Cosmetics in the Middle East. Established in 1994 by François Nars in New York, NARS Cosmetics is currently available in over 18 countries worldwide, and Strategies International will be the first agency to handle the cosmetic company’s public relations in the region. “We are thrilled to represent NARS,” More Info »
VIVA Beauty Awards 2014 winners announced
The winners of the 7th annual VIVA Beauty Awards have been announced following the ceremony which was held on Thursday May 22 at the JW Marriot Marquis Dubai. Hosted by TV presenter and entrepreneur Zahirah Variawa, this year saw 23 VIVA Beauty Awards categories presented across prestige and mass market products. In the prestige market, the night’s highest accolades More Info »
Jenny Fajutag joins Taj Palace Hotel Dubai
Jenny Fajutag has been appointed as Marketing and Communications Manager for the Taj Palace Hotel Dubai. Jenny joins the Deira-based hotel from the Jumeirah Group where she was Marketing and PR Communication Executive, and in her new role, she will be promoting the Taj Palace Hotel as an active supporter of local events as well More Info »
Ahlan! Awards Abu Dhabi 2014 winners revealed
The winners of the Ahlan! Awards Abu Dhabi 2014 were announced yesterday during an awards party held at 01NE Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The annual celebration presented 16 awards to Abu Dhabi’s most sought-after attractions, businesses and personalities, and were selected by Ahlan! readers through nominations which were split into two phases, initially voting for More Info »
In2 Consulting signs Desert River PR account
In2 Consulting has signed new lifestyle PR account, Desert River. Formed in 2004 by Dutch nationals Claudia van der Werf and Michiel Schröeder, Desert River specialises in the distribution of European lifestyle brands including Fatboy, Blofield and Driade. They are also involved in event rentals. “We are very happy to be working with the young and dynamic team More Info »
DMS signs partnership with Screen-it By Strategies
Digital Media Services (DMS), which serves as the digital arm of Choueiri Group, recently announced its exclusive partnership with Screen-it By Strategies the Dubai-based rich media and digital brand experience specialists. The tie-up focuses on offering DMS’ clients outstanding creative and executive expertise in crafting rich media campaigns. Screen-it By Strategies features a French distinguished More Info »
Media figures dominate Arabian Business Brit List
Media leaders have dominated the second edition of the Arabian Business Brits List – a study that lists the top 50 most influential British expatriates in the UAE. While MBC Group’s CEO Sam Barnett has landed the top media spot, ranked 4th most influential Brit, Starcom MediaVest Group’s CEO John Antoniades isn’t far behind in More Info »
Face to Face wins Aldar Academies account
Face to Face has announced its successful win of the Aldar Academies account, following a multi-agency pitch. Face to Face has developed an overall integrated communications campaign to build awareness of and reinforce Aldar Academies’ educational proposition in the Abu Dhabi and Al Ain markets and support the individual schools’ communications requirements. Aldar Academies, a subsidiary of More Info »