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Lotus Communications to represent charity event

October 11, 2017/in Account win /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based charity organisation, Gulf for Good has appointed Lotus Communications to handle all of the social media and PR activities for its Bhutan Challenge. The Bhutan challenge includes a trek with a series of presentations and workshops to be held from April 6-8, 2018 in Nepal to raise money and donate to Mission Himalaya, an eco-friendly home for orphans in Panauti.

“We are delighted to be working with Gulf for Good and this fantastic challenge to Bhutan,” says Terry Dehdashty, Managing Director, Lotus Communications. “Mission Himalaya is a cause very close to our hearts as we have been supporting them for many years.”

In2 Consulting welcomes Lisa Flanagan

October 11, 2017/in Movers & Shakers /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based strategic corporate communications consultancy, In2 Consulting has appointed Lisa Flanagan to the role of Senior Communications Consultant. With experience in consumer and corporate brands, Lisa previously worked in the UK with companies such as Unilever and Cancer Research UK. In 2011, she moved to the UAE, where she worked with Jumeirah, Hakkasan and most recently with The Ritz-Carlton. In her new role, she will support Managing Partner, Anne Bleeker and her team in delivering business values through PR strategy and planning, account management, media relations and marketing.

“I am excited to be making the move back to agency and was drawn to In2 Consulting for both its exceptional track record in the hospitality sector and its unique approach to client management, which is extremely personalised and collaborative,” says Lisa. “I am looking forward to a new challenge and developing campaigns which have real impact on our client’s business.”

Schneider PR secures real estate project

October 10, 2017/in Account win /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based creative, independent PR and communications agency, Schneider PR has been appointed by Muraba as its PR agency in the UAE. Muraba is a residential real estate project that consists of apartments and penthouses on the tip of the Palm Jumeirah. Schneider PR will be responsible for all PR activities and media campaigns to raise awareness of Muraba’s presence in the UAE.

“Muraba is most definitely a residential real estate project with a difference, the artistry and craftsmanship really make the project stand out, and I’m delighted to have taken it on,” says Sandra Schneider, Managing Director, Schneider PR. “I’ve no doubt that buyers will be taken aback by the unrivalled quality of the apartments, as well as the stunning setting with uninterrupted sea views.”

markettiers appoints new Account Executive

October 10, 2017/in Movers & Shakers /by Suad Ashimi

Broadcast specialist agency, markettiers welcomes Hadeel Mansour to the role of Account Executive. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication and Media Studies from the American University of Sharjah, and a Baccalaureate in Economics and Social Studies from Lycee Francais Louis Massignon – Abu Dhabi, Hadeel most recently worked with noon.com as Customer Experience Coordinator, where she worked on planning and research. In her new role, she will work with clients across the region while using her trilingual skills in Arabic, English and French to sell stories and content to Arabic media, and enable the company to access Arabic audiences as well as gain recognition among native and expat communities.

“markettiers is a wonderful place to kick-start my career and I am grateful for having this opportunity,” says Hadeel. “What I respect most about markettiers is that it’s unique as it focuses on broadcast PR. I find it essential to work in an agency that emphasis on visual and videography as well as the PR aspect of things. I still have tons to learn and I am confident that the markettiers team will have a great impact on that.”

The Collective Communications to handle ABCE 2017

October 9, 2017/in Account win /by Suad Ashimi

The Collective Communications has been appointed by The Arab Beverages Association to handle all social media and PR activities for the seventh Arab Beverages Conference and Exhibition (ABCE 2017). The conference aims to explore and discuss opportunities and restrictions facing the beverage industry and will be held on October 29 and 30, 2017 at the InterContinental Convention Center, Dubai.

“The Arab’s non-alcoholic beverage industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the Arab World, catering to over 300 million consumers in the Arab region,” says Georgina Brace, Managing Director, The Collective Communications. “A must-attend event for those in the beverage industry, we look forward to working with The Arab Beverages Association to communicate more about the conference as well as latest trends, strategies, opportunities and restrictions facing global and Arab beverage markets.”

Plus 1 Communications wins specialist education division

October 9, 2017/in Account win /by Suad Ashimi

Integrated communications agency, Plus 1 Communications has been appointed as the social media and PR agency for Bloom Education. Bloom Education is a specialist education division established to help children appreciate their local cultural heritage and values across the UAE and GCC. Plus 1 Communications will be responsible for all PR and social media for the launch of Bloom Education’s new schools, Brighton College Dubai, Dwight School Dubai and Centre of Excellence for Arabic Language, Culture and Arts. They will also handle the PR for Brighton College Abu Dhabi and Brighton College Al Ain as part of their existing schools.

“We are thrilled to be working with Bloom Education and the prestigious education institutions that are Brighton College and Dwight Schools, as well as launching the all new concept of the Centre of Excellence for Arabic Language, Culture and Arts, in Dubai,” says Anna Hope, Managing Director, Middle East, Plus 1 Communications.

New Editor at Villa 88

October 8, 2017/in Movers & Shakers /by Suad Ashimi

Lifestyle magazine Villa 88, part of APP Media Group welcomes Yuvitha Naran to the role of Editor. With experience in media and journalism, Yuvitha most recently worked with Mediaquest Corp. across magazines such as Marie Claire Arabia, Haya and The Dubai Mall Magazine, where she managed the production of fashion and beauty photo shoots while also assisting with styling. In her new role, she will contribute to Villa 88’s brand development and oversee its editorial content by applying her skills to both writing and styling. She will also create content strategies for the growth of the magazine across the region.

New Editor-in-Chief at Men’s Health ME and Women’s Health ME

October 8, 2017/in Movers & Shakers /by Suad Ashimi

ITP Media Group has appointed Danae Mercer to the role of Editor-in-Chief of Men’s Health Middle East and Women’s Health Middle East. Danae previously worked as a freelance journalist writing for CNN Travel, The Sunday Times, Afar, Shape magazine, Bloomberg Pursuits and others, and doing radio for the BBC World Service. Before freelancing, Danae was with Motivate Publishing as Editor of Jumeirah Magazine, where she oversaw publication production and worked closely with Jumeirah Group to shape the overall direction of its magazine. In her new role, she will oversee all editorial content of both titles and contribute to their brand development across the Middle East. She will also create cutting edge features to highlight the brand’s image and recognition across the region. Danae will be expanding WHME and MHME’s online brands as well.

PRCA MENA Awards 2018 now open for entries

October 4, 2017/in Events /by Suad Ashimi

Nominations for the PRCA MENA Awards 2018, hosted by Public Relations and Communications Association Middle East and North Africa (PRCA MENA), are now open for entries. The deadline for the entries is November 29, 2017, with the finalists to be announced in early 2018. The awards aim to recognise teams and individuals for PR and communications campaigns across the MENA region that can demonstrate creativity and effectiveness across 16 categories including Best PR Campain-B2B, Best PR Campaign – Digital, Influencer of the Year and PR Leader of the Year. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony to be held on February 21, 2018.

Nominations for the awards are currently open and can be made directly through their website www.prca.mena.global

The Agent to represent Katie Fielder

September 27, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based talent management agency, The Agent ME has been appointed to represent Katie Fielder in the Middle East. With 14 years of experience as a Broadcaster, Journalist and Public Speaker, Katie previously worked at City7 TV and currently works with Dubai One as News Anchor. The agency will represent Katie at events as an emcee, moderator or host and on social media as an influencer.

“We are delighted to have Katie as part of The Agent’s team and to work on some great projects together,” says Abdel Sahrane, Founder, The Agent ME. “Katie is a professional and reputable name in the media and events industry which is a great and valuable addition to our agency.”

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