Posts

New PR Manager at Fairmont the Palm

/in , /by

Dubai-based five-star resort, Fairmont the Palm has appointed Jenna Saunders to the role of PR Manager. With over six years of experience, Jenna previously worked with Jumeirah Zabeel Saray as Communications Executive and most recently with TOH PR as PR Account Manager. In her new role, she will manage all PR activities and work across Fairmont’s portfolio of F&B, lifestyle and luxury clients.

“I’m thrilled to be joining Fairmont The Palm,” says Jenna. “I look forward to working with the team and contributing towards making this yet another outstanding year for Fairmont The Palm across the region.”

Sept PR welcomes new Account Manager

/in , /by

Dubai-based lifestyle and communications agency, Sept PR has appointed Karima Karmouzi to the role of Account Manager. With over ten years of experience in marketing and PR, Karima previously worked as Marketing and PR Manager in the UK, Morocco and Oman. In her new role, she will focus on developing strong PR and communications strategies across GCC networks and secure top tier Arab media opportunities for client campaigns.

“Sept PR has an outstanding reputation in the market and looks after an exciting portfolio of clients,” says Karima. “We’re seeing a shift in the PR landscape which incorporates a consolidated digital element to campaigns so it’s exciting to be a part of an agency that recognises this and drives this forward.”

Caterer Middle East welcomes new Editor

/in , /by

ITP Media Group has promoted Claudia de Brito to the role of Editor of F&B management title, Caterer Middle East. Previously Group Deputy Editor of Etihad Airways’ inflight magazine, Claudia will now oversee and generate editorial content for the monthly publication as well as contribute to the publishing house’s dedicated hospitality industry web portal, www.hoteliermiddleeast.com.

D-Connector makes new appointment

/in , /by

Dubai-based media company, D-Connector has appointed Priya Mehta to the role of Media Account Manager. With over 17 years of experience in sales, advertising and media, Priya previously worked with SAGA Digital as Marketing Manager and most recently with Trinity Media as Sales and Marketing Manager. In her new role, she will manage all sales for all outdoor media advertising for D-Connector across the UAE.

“Having worked in the media industry for more than 17 years, I believe my new company, D-Connector is unique and is my stepping stone for a successful career,” says Priya. “I sturdily believe D-Connector is all set to transform the era of advertising which I have never seen or experienced in the past.”

New Senior Correspondent at Khaleej Times

/in , /by

UAE-based newspaper, Khaleej Times has appointed Sarwat Nasir to the role of Senior Correspondent. With over four years of experience in journalism, Sarwat previously worked with 7DAYS as News Reporter where she produced videos and reported to the news desk with a focus on human interest, education and general stories. In her new role, she will report to the news desk with breaking and exclusive stories as well as produce videos with a focus on different topics for Khaleej Times.

“I am very excited to work with Khaleej Times and bring in breaking stories, as well as produce digital content,” says Sarwat.

iProspect MENA appoints Regional General Manager

/in , /by

The Dentsu Aegis Network digital performance agency, iProspect has appointed Iyad Tibi to the role of Regional General Manager. With over 14 years of digital experience, he was previously Search Director at iProspect and most recently head of Reprise Media MENA. In his new role, Iyad will be responsible for the agency’s evolution by diversifying and developing its service offering as well as driving regional expansion.

“We are excited to have Iyad back with iProspect,” says Michael Nederlof, CEO, Dentsu Aegis Network MENA. “His extensive experience, collaborative leadership style and entrepreneurial business spirit will be a great asset in our capability progression and expansion plans for iProspect MENA.”

New Account Executive at Brazen

/in , /by

Brazen has welcomed Basma Emad to the role of Account Executive. Previously Broadcast Journalist for Fujairah TV, Basma will now contribute to the development of Arabic media relations and social content.

“I’m excited to welcome Basma to Brazen, her strong journalistic background will be a valuable asset to the team and our clients,” says Louise Jacobson, Managing Partner, Brazen UAE. “Her high standard of writing and news sense will fit perfectly into Brazen’s ethos of providing the very best content to clients to ensure excellent results.”

New Deputy Editor at Lovin Dubai

/in , /by

Caitlyn Davey joins online guide, Lovin Dubai as Deputy Editor. Previously Features Journalist at weekly newspaper, 7DAYS UAE, Caitlyn will now manage all editorial content on Lovin Dubai’s page. In her new role, she will be responsible for content creation for breaking news and features as well as work with digital clients to boost multimedia presence of the brand through social media.

“Lovin Dubai is growing rapidly and I’m particularly excited to be working as Deputy Editor – to continue on the 7DAYS legacy of social media, as well as grow and learn from the Augustus team in the digital sphere,” says Caitlyn

Active DMC makes new appointment

/in , /by

Active (Digital, Marketing, Communications) has appointed Mai Elsayed to the role of Junior Communications Executive. A graduate in Mass Communication with a specialisation in Public Relations, Mai will contribute to a range of services that include content management and social media, as well as media relations and event management for the agency’s clients.

“Mai’s enthusiasm and positive attitude has made a big impact from the moment she joined,” says Sawsan Ghanem, Managing Director and Founding Partner, Active DMC. “We are excited to have Mai on board and see her contribute to the growth of the agency and aggressive drive to offer clients a holistic 360 degrees approach in integrated marketing services.”

Mai adds, “The values that are upheld amongst the team captivates me. I believe that the success of any business starts from the inside out and at Active DMC, the team spirit makes the impossible possible.”

New Regional Content Director at Action

/in , /by

Action Global Communications has appointed Barry King to the role of Regional Content Director for the GCC. With over 15 years of editorial experience, Barry was most recently Editor at 7DAYS UAE. In his new role, he will be responsible for creating and curating content for the agency’s clients across the region.

“Having worked as a journalist for the past 16 years, I’m very much looking forward to developing new skills and developing content for Action Global and our clients,” says Barry. “I’ve known some of the team for more than 10 years and having been on the ‘other side’ for so long, I’ve always been impressed with how the agency has operated. It’s exciting times for Action Global and I’m looking forward to helping the agency grow and develop.”