Grayling appoints Julio Romo to lead Digital Hub
Communications firm Grayling announced today the appointment of Julio Romo as Head of Digital within Grayling’s Middle East and Turkey operations. The hire is part of a series of initiatives that are underway to spur Grayling’s development as a digitally-enabled, global public relations consultancy with insights, ideas and rapid access to multi-channel solutions. Romo brings More Info »
On Cloud Zen appoints TishTash
Lifestyle PR and marketing agency TishTash has been appointed to represent wellness and lifestyle blog, On Cloud Zen, written by former OK! Magazine Editor, Sarah Bladen. “On Cloud Zen is a great fit with our strong organic beauty portfolio and other wellbeing clients and is something us as team are really passionate about,” says Natasha More Info »
Chris Newbould joins The National
Chris Newbould has been appointed as Film Correspondent for The National’s Arts & Life section, covering regional and international festivals, the Middle Eastern film industry and all the latest Hollywood, Bollywood and international releases. Previously Editor of Digital Studio Middle East, Chris has covered TV, film and music writing in the UK for The Guardian’s City More Info »
New Account Executive at FleishmanHillard
Tina Carter has joined FleishmanHillard as Account Executive. Tina will be responsible for supporting the team with media relations, events, messaging and placements for a growing list of clients. “I’m excited to be working at a company that’s charting its own course in the region,” says Tina. “Working with such a forward-thinking team is motivating, More Info »
Verve signs Antara Palace PR contract
Verve Marketing & Communications has added Antara Palace Wellness and Destination Spa to its roll of luxury and destination brands. Located on the south-west shore of Cyprus, Antara Destination Spa & Resort takes inspiration from ancient philosophies as well as a scientific approach to create exceptional treatments, while the resort’s in-house Michelin-starred chef creates health-conscious meals that More Info »
Expose signs White Almonds PR account
Expose Communications has signed a new PR contract with wedding gift registry, White Almonds. Founded by entrepreneur Sara Farah, White Almonds is an innovative concept that adds a delicate touch of luxury to your wedding registry. As the first personalised luxury wedding registry in the region, White Almonds offers flexible online and offline bespoke services to More Info »
Dubai Airport & City Guide hires new Editor-in-chief
Yasmine Ambre has joined Dubai Airport & City Guide as its new Editor-in-chief. Formerly in charge of Luxury World and Ambre Press Communication Agency in Paris, Yasmine has extensive experience in PR, communications and media. The title is published by ADD Media who is also responsible for Dubai Dining Guide and Dubai Health Directory, amongst More Info »
McCann strengthens global creative leadership
McCann Worldgroup has announced it has hired Rob Reilly as Global Creative Chairman, and promoted Linus Karlsson to Creative Chairman of Commonwealth, the McCann Worldgroup agency dedicated to the global Chevrolet account. Also, Andreas Dahlqvist has been named Chief Creative Officer of Commonwealth and President of the McCann Creative Leadership Council. Karlsson and Dahlqvist respectively had been Chief More Info »
New Marketing Manager for EDGAR Magazine
Khevna Sejpal has joined LuxMedia Middle East as Marketing Manager for EDGAR Magazine Middle East. She will handle both online and offline marketing activities to develop and promote the EDGAR brand. “My primary focus for Q1 will be on building EDGAR’s digital platform, which includes a website and various social media channels,” says Khevna. “The More Info »
TOH PR wins VOSS Middle East PR account
VOSS, one of the world’s leading premium artesian still and sparkling waters, has partnered with TOH Public Relations to strengthen their regional presence in the UAE and throughout the Arabian Peninsula. As a premium brand associated globally with purity and excellence, TOH PR will build the brand’s reputation and further its positioning as the market More Info »