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Susan Clowes joins Omnia

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Branding and digital communications company Omnia has welcomed Susan Clowes to the role of Client Services Director for Digital Projects. Susan has over eight years of experience in Media, previously working as a Digital Strategist for H+K Strategies across MENA, Australia and India and, more recently, as in-house eCommerce Director for Dubai-based West LA boutique. As Client Services Director for Digital Projects, Susan will be fostering valuable client relationships as well as ensuring that projects are delivered to a high standard and that Omnia’s commercial objects are met. She will be working alongside Hollie Thomson, Director of Public Relations.

“Back working agency side and having joined Omnia’s renowned team, I’m looking forward to being at the forefront of digital developments for some of the largest and best known brands in the region,” says Susan.

Hollie adds, “Our integrated approach here at Omnia is key. Working together we will ensure the highest standards of strategic direction for creative digital and editorial projects. With Susan’s experience, we aim to help drive digital innovation in the region.”

 

Katie Coleman joins Motivate

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Katie Coleman has joined Motivate Publishing as Sales Manager for The Week magazine in the Middle East. Joining the company from London, Katie most recently worked for Media Ten, where she was Advertising Sales Manager for Grand Designs Magazine and responsible for advertising on all platforms across the brand. In her new role, Katie will be looking after all advertising opportunities across the weekly, world affairs title.

“I am very excited about joining the Motivate team,” says Katie. “I am looking forward to getting out and meeting all of my clients and getting to know them individually. This will enable me to have a good understanding of their goals and objectives which will in turn allow me to use my knowledge of the publishing industry to create effective campaigns and see great results.”

Swiss Media Group welcomes new Senior Editor

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Rania Habib has joined Swiss Media Group as Senior Editor. Formerly Assistant Editor at Canvas Magazine, Rania has over 10 years of experience in journalism and has most recently written for publications including Brownbook, Harper’s Bazaar Art Arabia and Selections while working freelance. As Senior Editor, she will be working on all three of Swiss Media Group’s flagship titles; Prestige, Stuff Worth Reading (SWR) and Equestrio. Rania will also be working on contract publishing projects for the company.

“This is an exciting time to join the Swiss Media Group, and I am looking forward to working on its varied portfolio of print titles, as well as their digital offerings,” says Rania.

Forbes Middle East welcomes Yasmin Al Heialy

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Yasmin Al Heialy has joined Forbes Middle East as a Reporter. A recent Graduate in French Literature and Media, Yasmin previously worked as a Journalist for AME info at Mediaquest, where she prepared reports on business-related projects. As a Reporter at Forbes Middle East, she will be working across the monthly print magazine as well as the publication’s website, where she will be covering breaking news relevant to high-level company executives and investors.

“Forbes is simply great and I am very proud to have joined their family,” says Yasmin. “Everyone in the team is friendly and outgoing – just the kind of coworkers you want to work with. I’m joining Forbes Middle East with a lot of excitement, ambition and new ideas. I look forward to learning more and growing in the company.”

Instagram celebrates five-year anniversary

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Instagram celebrated it’s five year anniversary this week in Dubai, with a projection on the Burj Al Arab. Amy Cole, Brand Development Lead, EMEA and Instagram’s sixth employee, came to the Emirate to take part in the company’s 12th Worldwide InstaMeet. The celebrations follow Instagram’s recent announcement that it will make advertising available to more businesses, allowing marketers in the MENA region to share ads with Instagram’s community of 400 million members worldwide.

“People are communicating visually and using images to experience the world around them, and this is incredibly true in the UAE and Middle East,” says Amy. “With the high smartphone penetration in the region, these devices in our pockets have caused a shift in communication, from words to images. With 80 million photos posted to Instagram every day, if something is happening, it’s likely being captured on Instagram.”

Jonathan Labin, Head of Facebook, MENA, adds “People come to Instagram to experience the world through images, find inspiration and connect through shared passions. This backdrop sets Instagram up to be a powerful mobile advertising platform for businesses and marketers globally. Our launch partners have already inspired people with their creative storytelling, and we’re excited to see what else brands in the Middle East and North Africa will bring to the community.”

 

Executive Life relaunched

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Following a brief hiatus this summer, Executive Life magazine has been revamped and relaunched. With a different theme for every issue, the magazine is aimed at professionals interested in luxury living, covering topics from classic cars, timepieces and tailoring, to fine dining and luxury properties. Published once every two months by UMS International, Executive Life will be sent to all subscribers of Bloomberg Businessweek Middle East. The title will also be available from book stores and supermarkets, with the relaunched edition – The Style Issue – out now. An Executive Life website is expected to launch by November 2015.

“Each edition of Executive Life tackles vital issues like wealth management, looking and feeling good, traveling smarter and exploring new destinations,” says Ravi Raman, Vice President, UMS International. “It’s the perfect lifestyle accompaniment for our readers, who are discerning and demand an intelligent read.”