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DPQ welcomes new Communications Director

October 29, 2014/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Andrew Chupeau has joined DPQ Communications as Communications Director. Andrew brings both in-house and agency side corporate communications experience, having worked across various industry sectors including Abu Dhabi Airports Company, Novartis, Ernst & Young and Singapore Tourism Board. As Communications Director, Andrew will be responsible for the overall strategic direction of DPQ’s clients, as well as the business development of new corporate communications business.

“DPQ Communications is in an exciting growth period,” says Andrew. “So, coming on board at this time to help contribute further and play a part in directing the agency’s new stage of development is a challenge I am looking forward to.”

DPQ Communications wins Chez Sushi account

October 28, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

DPQ Communications has been appointed to represent Chez Sushi in the UAE. Having first launched in Jumeirah in January, 2013, the brand quickly expanded with a second outlet in Dubai Marina in September of the same year. A third venue is now set to open in Business Bay towards the end of 2014.

“We’re excited for the launch of the third outlet in Dubai,” says Katie Harvey, Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “We especially love the restaurant’s unique concept that allows customers to choose their ingredients, garnish and dressing, then watch the team roll!”

DPQ Communications to represent eZayed Real Estate

September 17, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

DPQ Communications has won the account to represent eZayed Real Estate – the first online specialist real estate auction platform in the Middle East. Newly launched to make property more accessible, eZayed will hold an estimated four auctions per year with up to 28 of Dubai’s most in-demand properties for sale, with options for buyers to attend auctions in person or bid through eZayed’s online portal.

“Winning the eZayed pitch and adding to our real estate portfolio is a tremendous achievement,” says Elsa Roodt, Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “This is a very exciting time for the real estate market and we are looking forward to eZayed’s first auction in December.

DPQ Communications to represent Flooka

September 9, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

DPQ Communications has won the account to represent Flooka across its Dubai and Abu Dhabi venues. Located at the Dubai Marine Beach Resort and Spa and the Eastern Mangroves Promenade in Abu Dhabi, the seafood restaurant offers a unique dining experience of Mediterranean seafood with a Lebanese twist.

“We are thrilled to be working with the Flooka team in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai,” says Katie Harvey, Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “They provide diners with a unique culinary experience and we are looking forward to helping them continue to make an impact on the dining destination scene in the UAE.”

DPQ Communications wins Sho Cho PR account

September 7, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

DPQ Communications has won the PR contract for Sho Cho Restaurant and Lounge in the UAE. The restaurant was first established at Dubai Marina Beach Resort in 2000, with the Abu Dhabi venue at Qarayat al Beri following on in 2007. Sho Cho offers ocean side dining with contemporary Japanese cuisine, as well as a bar and lounge with resident international DJs to create a late night party venue.

“We are very excited to announce the partnership with Sho Cho,” says Elsa Roodt, Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “We look forward to assisting them in their quest to become a venue of choice for nightlife revellers and foodies in the capital and in Dubai.”

DPQ Communications appoints a new PR Executive

August 26, 2014/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Team TMN

Zainab Imichi Alhassan has joined DPQ Communications as PR Executive. Zainab joins the team from Grace and Garbo, where she held the position of PR Executive handling fashion and beauty clients. In her new position, Zainab will be working with clients across fashion, beauty and hospitality sectors.

“I am very keen to be a part of the DPQ team,” says Zainab. “I am very much looking forward to working on exciting accounts and growing in such a dynamic environment.”

DPQ Communications wins Náis Italian Kitchen

August 24, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

Náis Italian Kitchen has appointed DPQ Communications to handle its PR contract in the region. Established in 2012, the restaurant specialises in authentic North-Western Italian cuisine and is located in HDS Tower in Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai.

“We are excited to work with the Founder Marianna Rescia and her culinary team,” says Katie Harvey, Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “We are really looking forward to the new season!”

DPQ Communications appoints Head of Arabic Content

August 20, 2014/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Team TMN

Nemer Afaneh has joined DPQ Communications as Head of Arabic Content. Previously a Journalist and Editor with Al Khaleej newspaper, Nemer has also spent time working with Al Jazeera media network and Al Arabiya news channel. In his new role, Nemer will oversee all Arabic content and media relations for the agency.

“I am relishing the challenge of working in PR in such a dynamic environment,” says Nemer. “DPQ has a variety of clients across different verticals, and I believe my journalist background will add value to the services we provide for our clients.”

DPQ Communications signs G-Star Raw UAE

May 11, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

DPQ Communications has won the PR account to handle G-Star Raw UAE. The DPQ team will be working closely with the clothing brand, whose headquarters are located in the Netherlands, to bring new collections and stores into the UAE market. G-Star Raw currently has stores in various malls in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, as well as a collection in Bloomingdales.

“We’re really excited about having G-Star Raw UAE on board,” says Katie Harvey, Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “We have already put in place some cool ideas to push the brand further into the market.”

DPQ signs Habib Bank Limited

March 19, 2014/0 Comments/in Account win /by Team TMN

DPQ Communications has won the PR and marketing account for Habib Bank Limited (HBL), and are the first agency to sign such an account with HBL, who have previously only worked on an in-house basis. Headquartered in Pakistan, HBL operates over 1,500 branches, and was the second foreign bank to commence operations in the UAE in 1967.

“We are extremely pleased and privileged to be looking after such a prestigious financial services organisation,” says Elsa Roodt, Co-Founder, DPQ Communications. “They have a number of exciting initiatives in the pipeline for 2014, and we are looking forward to helping them launch these and taking their brand to the next level.”

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