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DPQ Communications wins Pullman Dubai JLT

January 26, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

DPQ Communications has won the account to represent the launch of Pullman Jumeirah Lake Towers Hotel and Residence. Having commenced its soft launch on January 1, 2015, the official launch date for Pullman’s second hotel in the UAE is set for next month. With a total of six food and beverage outlets, the 354-bed property also boasts one of the largest meeting space capacities of any hotel in the JLT area, in addition to 58 serviced apartments comprising of one, two and three bedroom units.

“Pullman’s is clearly a brand determined to bring a superior level of hospitality to JLT and the surrounding communities,” says Katie Harvey, Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “DPQ is confident that both visitors, local businesses and residents will see this property as a welcome addition to the area.”

Staff promotions at PHD

January 26, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

PHD UAE has promoted five senior employees following its business growth in 2014. Firstly, Ian Dolan has been promoted to the newly created position of Strategy Director. As a Planning Director for the last three years, he will now contribute to the strategic direction of all accounts, driving business development as well as spearheading the creative and innovation agenda for the agency and its clients.

Charli Ursell has been appointed to the position of Digital Director, after leading on the development of initiatives regarded as ‘best in class’ globally by key clients as Digital Associate Director for almost two years. Rachel Maher is now Marketing Director, following the creation and deployment of a rich programme of initiatives, as well as her contribution to business development activities and account wins in the position of Marketing Manager.

Following several years of managing one of PHD’s largest accounts with consistent qualitative output, Nawal Nasreddine has been promoted to Planning Director, as well as Karen Doumet who is also promoted to the position of Planning Director, following an impeccable track record with clients.

“As an organisation, we have grown significantly over the past 12 months,” says Elda Choucair, Managing Director, PHD UAE. “These promotions are as much a reward for this performance as a promise for future success. We endeavour to nurture our talent at PHD so that we, as a team, can continue to exceed the expectations of our clients, our partners and ourselves.”

Ruth Bradley Consulting secures NUXE Paris

January 26, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Ruth Bradley Consulting has been appointed to represent French beauty brand NUXE Paris across the Middle East region. Founded in 1989 by Aliza Jabes, NUXE is a natural origin cosmetology brand predominantly stocked in pharmacies and currently available in over 50 countries.

“I’ve been both a fan and customer of NUXE since my first visit to Paris in 1999, which resulted in me purchasing the ‘cult’ beauty product Huile Prodigieuse, the natural dry oil,” says Ruth Bradley, Founder and Managing Director, Ruth Bradley Consulting. “I’ve used it ever since then and NUXE became a brand that over the years, no matter which country I was in, I couldn’t live without. I’m very proud and honoured therefore to now represent them in the GCC and Levant and to work closely with their internal team in the region. NUXE have some incredibly exciting launches planned for 2015 and beyond, so watch this space!”

FleishmanHillard welcomes new Associate Director

January 25, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Damian Brandy has joined FleishmanHillard’s Dubai office as Associate Director. A former journalist who has worked with publications in the UAE and the UK, Damian was most recently with APCO Worldwide as Associate Director where he managed signature clients including Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company. In his new position, Damian oversees FleishmanHillard’s clients including UBS, Jones Day, Bosch and Emerson.

“I’m delighted to be part of FleishmanHillard’s exciting growth in this region,” says Damian. “Globally, it’s an agency with a formidable reputation for crystal clear strategic thinking and rock solid execution across a network that is second to none. It’s a tremendous time to join the agency as It begins to really make its mark here, and I look forward to contributing to its future development.”

Sofia Vyas joins Time Out

January 25, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Sofia Vyas has joined the Time Out team as Features Editor. Previously Editor for online publication one8one magazine in Dubai, as well as a holding a number of editorial positions in the UK, Sofia brings regional and international experience to her new role.Having been with ITP Publishing for the past six months as Features Intern for Condé Nast Traveller Middle East, Sofia will now work across all guides and supplements for Time Out GCC.

Nicky Barr joins BPG Bates

January 22, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

BPG Bates, the regional advertising, design and events & activation agency headquartered in Dubai, has appointed Nicky Bar and Head of Events & Activation. With over 20 years of experience within the sector and in the UAE since 2007, Nicky has held the role of Events Director at DABO & CO, DWTC and most recently as Events Director at ITP Publishing Group. Having worked with a wide array of clients including HSBC, Cartier, Canon, Coca-Cola, Etihad, Mars, Neutrogena and Unilever, Nicky will now be working across all of BPG Bates’ clients and in close collaboration with the other BPG Group companies.

“It is a great time to be joining BPG Bates,” says Nicky. “The agency has a great pedigree and the real ambition to help clients build their brands and bring great ideas to life. This is where my experience lies and I look forward to helping BPG Bates to grow the events & activation business to realise its full potential.”

Nick Clements CEO of BPG Bates adds, “We are excited that Nicky is bringing her huge experience to BPG Bates. She has worked across all sectors of the industry and throughout the MENA region and we are confident that she will help us further improve and grow our events & activation operation.”

Aziza Communications wins Jazz Lounge Spa

January 22, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Luxury PR agency Aziza Communications has secured the PR account to represent soon-to-be-launched gents spa and styling centre, Jazz Lounge Spa. Following on from the success of sister spa chain Tips & Toes, the newly created little brother brand is set to open on March 1, 2015, in Umm Suqeim, where it will offer an extensive treatment menu in a relaxed and comfortable environment.

“We have a long-standing relationship with Tips & Toes, having worked with them since 2008, so naturally we are thrilled to now be working with the professional and dedicated team at Jazz Lounge Spa to promote this exciting new mens grooming concept,” says Charlotte Cook, Account Manager, Aziza Communications. “We feel privileged to be a part of the unit that made Tips & Toes a household name in the UAE and we look forward to assisting Jazz Lounge Spa achieve the same level of success.”

Josh Mangila now English Media Editor for DSF

January 20, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Josh Mangila has been appointed as the official English Media Editor for the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). With longstanding UAE knowledge and editorial experience, Josh takes on this new role in addition to his current position as Features Editor for travel publication En’Route Middle East. In his new position, Josh will attend various events in connection with DSF, conducting interviews with the public and professionals about their experiences. The features and interviews will appear on the Dubai Shopping Festival website, as well as in leading news publications to promote the annual event.

“Every new task is a welcome challenge for me and I take delight in getting out of my comfort zone,” says Josh. “I am incredibly excited to pursue this new role on behalf of Dubai Shopping Festival.”

DPQ Communications secures Hattab Kitchen

January 20, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

DPQ Communications has added another client to its hospitality/F&B division by securing Dubai-based Hattab Kitchen. Located in JLT, Hattab Kitchen offers a twist on traditional fast food restaurants, with healthy menu items that have a back-to-basics approach. Through the partnership, DPQ Communications will represent the restaurant across the UAE.

“We are excited to be working with such a dynamic, casual dining restaurant and Hattab Kitchen’s approach to easy, guilt-free eating is commendable,” says Elsa Roodt, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, DPQ Communications. “We’re proud to be known in the market for delivering effective communications for F&B clients, which are now managed through our specialty hospitality/F&B division.”

Aimee Connor joins house of comms

January 20, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Aimee Connor has joined the every-expanding team at house of comms as Senior Account Manager. Bringing with her more than seven years of PR and digital experience, Aimee joins the team from the UK where she previously worked at Weber Shandwick UK, representing a number of international consumer and corporate brands. Most recently, Aimee worked as PR and SocialMedia Manager at Beaverbrooks, where she was responsible for spearheading the PR team, working with brands such as Omega, Gucci and TAG Heuer. Aimee will now boost the Senior Management team at house of comms.

“Making the move to the UAE was a big decision and for me and the most important factor was finding an agency environment where I could really excel my growth as a manager and as a consultant in a nurturing environment,” says Aimee. “house of comms was my number one choice – with its extremely impressive and diverse portfolio of regional clients and the vision the management team has for the future of the agency combined with their refreshing approach to PR. I am loving my new role!”

Abby Wilks, Founding Partner at house of comms adds, “Following our recent MEPRA award win for the Best Consumer Campaign in the GCC 2014, we have seen a significant increase in the volume of regional and international brands approaching us, which has meant a great start to 2015. This appointment for us was an important one – Aimee has an impressive portfolio and has worked across many consumer lifestyle, tourism and leisure brands while also having led teams for corporate clients too. She is an extremely driven individual and we feel that all of these factors combined make her an extremely exciting addition to the team.”

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