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New Account Manager joins Q Communications

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Q Communications has appointed Danielle O’Neill to the role of Account Manager. With eight years of experience in PR, events and lifestyle management, Danielle most recently worked with Sept PR as Account Manager across accounts such as Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Whissle. In her new role, she will be working across F&B, hospitality and lifestyle accounts for the agency.

“Q Communications has a faultless reputation with innovative campaigns and tangible results,” says Danielle. “I’m very much looking forward to being a part of such an inspiring team and supporting the growth of the agency.”

Sept PR welcomes new Junior Account Manager

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Sept PR has welcomed Injeel Moti to the role of Junior Account Manager. Prior to joining the lifestyle agency, Injeel most recently worked with Saffron Media Works as PR Manager where she worked across several accounts including United Colors of Benetton and Chopard. In her new role, she will handle all media operations through press campaigns and social media content for F&B, lifestyle and hospitality accounts.

“I am delighted to be joining Sept PR as they have a stellar reputation in the market,” says Injeel. “I’m very much looking forward to this new chapter, working with a team of experienced professionals and scaling new heights with the agency.”

Caroline Holmberg, Managing Director, Sept PR, adds “We are thrilled to welcome Injeel to the team. She brings with her strong media and agency experience coupled with an enthusiasm for creative and digital strategies – an ideal combination to support our client campaigns.”

Black Iris Publishing launches new tabloid paper

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Black Iris Publishing has launched Her Paper, a UAE-based lifestyle tabloid paper for women.  Her Paper will be available in print to the local communities across the UAE with an initial circulation of 30,000 every month, as well as online through mobile app get it. The publication will allow consumers to scan features using their smart phone and buy products and services directly online. The launch event will take place on December 15, 2016 at Jean-Georges, Four Seasons Resort, Jumeirah Beach.

‘We are really pleased with the end product and how the market is reacting to the launch of Her Paper and the get it app,“ says Jason Bowman, Sales Director, Black Iris Publishing. “I’m really looking forward to working with mid and upmarket brands who want to forge a deeper relationship with our readers and by educating them on the holy grail in linking print with digital media.”

Arab News makes new promotion

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Saudi Arabian daily newspaper Arab News has promoted Hani Hazaimeh to the role of Senior Managing Editor. Having joined Arab news as Senior Managing Editor, Hani previously worked with Jordan Times as Senior Reporter. In his new role, he will work to streamline as well as enhance the editorial coverage of the Arab News team.

“On behalf of the entire Arab News editorial team, I would like to congratulate my colleague, Hazaimeh, on this much deserved promotion,” says Faisal J. Abbas, Editor-in-Chief, Arab News. “We look forward to his continued contribution in streamlining and enhancing our editorial coverage and news team.”

Arab News announces new Deputy Managing Editor

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Saudi Arabian daily newspaper Arab News has promoted Siraj Wahab to the role of Deputy Managing Editor. Having joined Arab news as Editor, Siraj previously worked with Bombay Mid-Day as Chief Sub-Editor. In his new role, he will work on streamlining as well as enhancing the editorial coverage of the Arab News team.

“On behalf of the entire Arab News editorial team, I would like to congratulate my colleague, Wahab on this much deserved promotion,” says Faisal J. Abbas, Editor-in-Chief, Arab News. “We look forward to his continued contribution towards the editorial team and Arab News as a whole”

Emily Churchill-Owen joins John Brown Media

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John Brown Media, part of Dentsu Aegis Network, has appointed Emily Churchill-Owen to the role of Deputy Editor. Emily most recently worked with The Media Network as Editorial Assistant and in her new role will be assisting Editor Lily Lawes in compiling the monthly Emirates Inflight entertainment (ICE) guides as well as working on creative ways to incorporate content that will engage and be of interest to the Emirates audience of passengers.

“I’ve had a fantastic time working for The Media Network,” says Emily. “I’m hugely excited to be joining John Brown Media and I can’t wait for the new challenges this role will bring.”

#GNTECH welcomes new Deputy Editor

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Online and print technology title #GNTECH, part of GN Media, has appointed Daanesh Kalyaniwalla to the role of Deputy Editor. Previously a freelance writer for the technology blog and monthly supplement, Daanesh will now be responsible for editorial content creation and production as well as their social media accounts.

“Technology has always been one of my greatest passions and I’m extremely happy that I’ve been appointed by #GNTECH to grow with the brand,” says Daanesh Kalyaniwalla, Deputy Editor, #GNTECH. “I take pride in being part of Gulf News Media and look forward to working with my wonderful team.”

Stylist Arabia welcomes new Editor

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Stylist Arabia, part of Arab Publishing Partners (APP), has appointed Alexandria Gouveia to the role of Editor. With over ten years of experience in print and digital media, in her new role she will oversee all editorial content, interviews and features for the monthly publication.

Volkswagen Middle East makes new appointment

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Volkswagen Middle East has appointed Bruno Gisquet to the role of Marketing Director. With over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, Bruno previously worked with Infiniti Motor Company as the Director of Global Experiential Marketing and most recently as the Director Brand Academy. In his new role, he will lead and manage the development and marketing communications, as well as oversee the product marketing and volume planning for Volkswagen Middle East across the region.

“The Volkswagen brand is renowned for some of the most innovative campaigns and its product portfolio provides a strong canvas for creativity,” says Bruno. “My objective is to further the brand’s values and bring its persona to life across the region.”

Andrew Savvas, Brand Director, Volkswagen Middle East adds “Bruno Gisquet has driven exceptional brand campaigns on an international level, with an eye on results with a creative edge. He brings 17 years of international marketing experience with the group to Volkswagen Middle East, our customers can expect to benefit from his appointment with new and exciting product offerings and services.”

Shelly Mistry joins The Media Network

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The Media Network has appointed Shelly Mistry to the role of Editorial Assistant. Having previously assisted on a number of lifestyle publications including Citizen K Arabia and Citizen K Homme Arabia, part of Gulf News Publishing and a number of APP Media Group titles including The Rake Middle East, Revolution Middle East, Condé Nast Traveller Middle East, Stylist Arabia and the Hello! group, she will now assist with all editorial including news and features for the B2B media platform. Shelly will also manage client relations with The Media Network’s Premium Members as well as help manage the website and social media content.

“Having previously worked in publishing, I have always looked to The Media Network for daily updates and happenings within the industry,” says Shelly. “I am delighted to join the region’s first media-exclusive communication platform and look forward to developing my career with the wonderful team.”