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Katch International wins F&B account

March 20, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Public Relations and creative agency, Katch International has secured the account to handle all PR activities for Ajman-based restaurant, Thanani. Located at Al Zorah Golf Club, Thanani is an exclusive culinary destination that offers guests a Mediterranean and tapas inspired menu as well as a world-class dining experience. Katch will be responsible for all PR operations and the social media strategy for Thanani, to strengthen its reputation across the UAE.

“It is always very promising to work with brands such as Thanani, as they are in a sense, front runners in their field,” says Georgie Woollams, Managing Director, Katch International. “More than being just a restaurant, Thanani offers a well-rounded experience completed with an undisturbed natural setting and this is what we hope to reflect in all communications.”

Cheil to handle life science company account

March 16, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Cheil MENA has secured the account to handle the social media mandate for Bayer Middle East. Founded in 1863, Bayer is a global life science company with competencies in the areas of healthcare and agriculture and an aim to improve the quality of life through research and development activities. Cheil will be responsible for building and managing the regional Facebook profile of Bayer in the MENA region as well as providing strategic creative services to raise awareness of the brand amongst its external and internal stakeholders and across the region.

“This is an exciting phase for us, partnering with such a renowned entity as Bayer to evolve and expand their communications approaches,” says Simon Ashwin, Chief Digital Officer, Cheil MENA. “Our use of data to drive audience and creative performance enables us to tailor engagement strategies across the region.”

Total Communications secures boutique hotel account

March 16, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based public relations consultancy, Total Communications has been appointed to handle all PR activities in the Middle East for Ultima Gstaad. Located in Switzerland, Ultima Gstaad is a luxury boutique hotel that offers all guests customised services and is comprised of chalet housing, suites and residences. Total Communications will be responsible for all PR operations to generate awareness of the hotel across the Middle East region.

“We’re delighted to add Ultima Gstaad to our client portfolio and look forward to introducing this unique property to the attention of Middle East audiences,” says Tony Lewis, Founder and CEO, Total Communications.

Gavin Gibbon joins Shamal Communications

March 13, 2017/in Featured, Movers & Shakers /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based independent and full service agency, Shamal Communications has appointed Gavin Gibbon to the role of Senior Account Manager following the agency’s expansion and rebrand. With over 17 years of experience in journalism, PR and real estate, Gavin previously worked with ITP Media Group as Editor of Construction Week Online, OSN as PR Editor and most recently with Core Savills as PR and Communications Manager. In his new role, he will oversee all PR operations and work across the agency’s portfolio of clients across the region.

“Having worked with Shamal Communications during my time at ITP my decision to come on board was an easy one,” says Gavin. “The agency has an incredibly strong client base, with a passion to serve them well and foster good relationships with the media. Their ambitions also match my own and I am looking forward to the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.”

Aziza Communications wins new beauty account

March 12, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based luxury lifestyle agency, Aziza Communications has secured the account to handle all PR and digital operations for Creative Nail Design (CND). Founded in 1979, CND is a nail and skincare brand that provides professional beauty supplies and products for spas and consumers. Aziza Communications will be handling all events, PR and social media management to raise awareness of CND’s presence across the UAE.

“CND is at the forefront of beauty innovation and has long been one of my favourite beauty brands,” says Jill Downie, Managing Director, Aziza Communications. “As trendsetters, and pioneers in nail artistry, we couldn’t be more excited to be working with such a reputed brand.”

FP7 wins Dubai resort destination

March 6, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

The UAE branch of FP7 has won the advertising pitch for Dubai’s luxury resort destination, Atlantis The Palm. Opened in 2008, Atlantis is an ocean-themed resort destination that features a variety of marine and entertainment attractions. As the brand’s communication agency, FP7 will be responsible for creating a long-term brand platform for Atlantis as well as developing advertising strategies for the year 2017.

“Atlantis is a true destination for tourists and residents alike and It has a great story that needs to be told to the young and old and its hospitality offering really serves every kind of taste and age,” says Sasan Saeidi, Managing Director, FP7 UAE Group. “We are delighted to be partnering with Atlantis and their great team. Our team is working on really exciting ideas and we cant wait until it hits the market.”

SOCIATE secures new F&B account

March 6, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based PR agency SOCIATE has won the account to handle all PR operations for The Coffee Club. With a presence in nine countries, The Coffee Club is an all day dining brand that serves a variety of international food and drink choices. SOCIATE will be responsible for The Coffee Club’s PR activities across all media channels to raise awareness of its presence across the UAE.

“The Coffee Club is a growing brand in the UAE and we are excited to welcome them to the SOCIATE family,” says Rosa Bullock, Founder, SOCIATE. “We will be looking after their PR activities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and are looking forward to a successful partnership.”

Think Liquorice wins beauty account

March 2, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based Boutique PR agency, Think Liquorice alongside Oceanum Advertising has secured the account to handle all PR and digital operations for Tao Spa across the UAE. Located at Jumeirah, Tao Spa is an urban spa brand that offers a unique variety of treatments including the ashiatsu style massage. Think Liquorice will manage all PR and social media activities, while Oceanum will be responsible for the marketing and web needs of Tao Spa to raise awareness of its launch across the UAE.

“The team and I are very excited to welcome Tao to our portfolio,” says Zahirah Variawa, Managing Director, Think Liquorice. “The locations are centrally located, with a fabulous staff and a great range of treatments. We are also always keen to work with Oceanum Advertising team and benefit from each other’s strengths.”

Flourish wins high-tech electronics account

March 2, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Following the launch of its Dubai office, UK-based integrated communications agency, Flourish has secured the account to handle all PR operations for Samsung Gulf Electronics CRM. Flourish will be responsible for all PR activities and will provide digital and creative strategies across Samsung Gulf Electronics’ consumer product portfolio to create awareness of its presence across the Middle East.

“This is a great win for Flourish and we’re delighted to be able to bring our experience of Samsung CRM, gained in the UK and in Australia to the Gulf region,” says Richard Hartson, Managing Director, Flourish. “In short, we really feel we have something unique to offer and can make a valuable contribution to the long-term success of Samsung Gulf Electronics CRM.”

TishTash wins online retailer account

February 26, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based marketing and PR agency, TishTash has secured the account to handle all PR activities for Traders Lane. Launched in 2016, Traders Lane is an online retailer that specialises in carefully curated brands and products for the modern day, fast-paced individual. TishTash will now be responsible for all PR and media relations to build the reputation and create awareness of the brand across the region.

“With many of our brands already retailing on the Traders Lane site, as well as our significant experience working with e-commerce brands in the region, Traders Lane is a very welcome addition to the TishTash family and we look forward to seeing them become an established retail name in the coming year,” says Natasha Hatherall-Shawe, Managing Director, TishTash.

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