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House of Comms promotes Jessica Croucher

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Integrated communications agency, House of Comms has promoted Senior Account Manager Jessica Croucher to the role of Account Director. With a wealth of experience in communications, Jessica previously worked at TBWA in the UK as Account Manager where she handled brands such as Nissan and Pictet while managing digital, social, radio and print campaigns. In her new role, she will help bring dynamic creative optimisation to the Middle East market and respond to clients’ needs.

“I am so thrilled with the promotion and excited to be with this fast-paced agency as it continues on this amazing trajectory of growth,” says Jessica. “House of Comms offers a truly integrated solution to marketing and I couldn’t be happier to bring my skills to the table and make magic happen for our clients.”

POP Communications makes new appointment

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Dubai-based public relations and influencer marketing agency, POP Communications has appointed Collen Dumani-Mlalazi to the role of Visual Artist. As a recent graduate from Eastern Mediterranean University in Cyprus, Collen most recently worked as a freelance graphic designer and videographer. In his new role, he will balance events and office related tasks while applying his knowledge in the arts to all projects.

“In life I have learnt how to chase my dreams, and it’s amazing when you meet people who encourage you to bring your ideas to reality,” says Collen. “I could not have imagined a better welcome to Dubai.”

 

Catch Communications launches in the UAE

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New communications agency, Catch Communications launches in the UAE. Founded by Injeel Moti, the agency has signed D1 Milano, The Face Shop and Horizon Hospitality as its first clients and will work to expand its reach across the UAE and wider Middle East region.

“Catch has been a dream I have been working towards for a while,” says Injeel Moti, Managing Director, Catch Communications. “We have been fortunate enough to have associated with notable brands in our infancy phase and look forward to continue delivering stellar work for all our clients in the months to come.”

New Editor-in-Chief at Motoraty

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Online automotive magazine, Motoraty.com has appointed Ahmad Al-Nashash to the role of Editor-in-Chief. With over six years of experience in the automotive media and PR industry, Ahmad previously worked with various online platforms catering to the automotive industry including Yallamotor.com, DriveArabia.com and most recently Petrolheadarabia.com. In his new role, Ahmad will be responsible for creating engaging and creative automotive content covering all key happenings in the industry across the UAE, while building the platform to make it a one-stop-shop for all things automotive.

“As someone that has racing fuel running through his veins, I am confident that Motoraty.com will be a force to be reckoned with, especially with the support of the hard-working team,” says Ahmad.

Johny Giacaman, Motoraty.com Founder and CEO continues, “We are happy to have Ahmad on-board – with the current state of the Automotive industry it is important to have some new blood in a leadership role to really make an impact as a publication.”

PHD MENA expands into  Egypt

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Dubai-based media and communications agency, PHD MENA has launched its Cairo office as part of its expansion plan across the Middle East. Egypt being its fifth location in the Middle East, the new office aims to offer strategic, digital and creative expertise and build on business partnerships with regional and international clients. The launch will see the appointment of Nour Eldin Saleh to handle operations in the Cairo office as General Manager bringing with him experience working with companies such as Starcom and Mindshare.

“PHD’s expansion into Egypt, our largest market in the Middle East to date, is a clear indication of how the region is transforming,” says Elda Choucair, CEO, PHD MENA. “While it has a rich heritage and thriving traditions, the country is rapidly progressing in terms of digital sophistication, both from a consumer and corporate standpoint. The time is right for PHD to capitalise on this shift and introduce ground-breaking approaches in media and communications. I am certain that, with Nour Eldin Saleh at the helm, we will provide new levels of media and business excellence to our clients.”

 

New Deputy Editor at A&E Magazine

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Lindsay Judge has joined fashion and lifestyle title A&E Magazine as Deputy Editor. Having previously worked as Fashion & Beauty Editor at Gulf News since November 2014, and as Fashion & Beauty Editor at Ahlan! Magazine, part of ITP Publishing before that, Lindsay brings a wealth of experience. Lindsay will work alongside Editor-in-Chief Lara Mansour Sawaya compiling features and fashion shoots for the monthly title.

“I’m so excited to be joining the A&E team and really excited to pursue my career further into the world of luxury fashion,” says Lindsay. “I look forward to being part of putting together this beautiful magazine each month.”

RBBi wins Seamless Award

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Digital marketing agency, Red Blue Blur Ideas was recognised at the Seamless Awards that took place on April 15, 2018 at JW Marriott Marquis, Dubai. The agency secured the award for Best Use of Big Data after completion of their work for Al-Futtaim Automotive, which showed off their talents as a data-driven consultancy.

“To receive industry recognition in a category representing the future of our industry is an achievement we are immensely proud of,” says Byron Gavin, Head of Data & Analytics, RBBi. “With vetted panellists, tough criteria, and a shortlist of five strong nominees, we are honoured to be recognised for the work completed with Al-Futtaim Automotive, and for the opportunity to flex our digital analytics solution to deliver an award-winning campaign.”