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Hill+Knowlton AD welcomes new GM

November 18, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Michelle Kuehn

Stuart Macaulay has joined Hill+Knowlton Strategies’ Abu Dhabi office as General Manager. Formerly GM at Weber Shandwick’s Qatar office, and previously the Head of EMAE PR for the London-based PR firm Cognito, Stuart brings with him over 20 years of experience in communications.

At Cognito he oversaw integrated communication programmes throughout the Middle East, UK, US, Canada and Africa, managing client teams, strategic planning, media relations, crisis communications, profile raising and B2B communications alongside branding, messaging projects and government communications. In his new role as General Manger, Stuart will be responsible for the management of the team, and servicing of the consultancy’s key Abu Dhabi-based clients.

“In their 30th year of operation in the Middle East, I am excited to be joining H+K during such a period of growth, creativity and success, says Stuart. “The UAE capital provides exciting opportunities for growth and I look forward to working with the vibrant team, and the wider regional network, on diverse and engaging communications campaigns and consultancy.”

Devinder Bains leaves Stylist Arabia

November 18, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Michelle Kuehn

Devinder Bains has stepped down as Editor of Stylist Arabia. After being with the magazine since 2014, Devinder will join the recently launched lovindubai.com as Editor. LovinDubai.com is a lifestyle website covering all things local including food, news, opinion and events. The online publication delivers content to readers through a cheeky tone, fun lists and local knowledge.

Devinder brings over 15 years of journalism experience to her new role, as well as launching Stylist Arabia over a year ago, she was formerly Features Director of Fabulous, the UK Sun on Sunday newspaper’s magazine, and prior to this was Features Editor of Look magazine and Head of Features at IPC Media’s Real Life Group in the UK.

“After the successful launch of Stylist Arabia, I’m ready for a new challenge,” says Devinder. “LovinDubai.com is new but already doing brilliantly well due to its fresh, no nonsense attitude and high quality editorial. I’m excited about joining such a cool, vibrant team and plan to repeat the success I had at Stylist Arabia by growing LovinDubai.com into one of the UAE’s top online publications.”

TishTash Talent to represent Louie da Costa

November 17, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Michelle Kuehn

TishTash Talent, the talent management division of marketing and PR agency, TishTash, has signed award-winning Tag 91.1 breakfast show host and MC, Louie da Costa. With over 10 years of experience working as Newscaster and Radio Presenter, Louie previously worked on Virgin Radio before helping launch the UAE’s first Filipino radio station Tag 91.1. In her current position as host of the breakfast show Gandang Umaga, Louie is on air weekday mornings from 5-10am and weekends from 2-5pm on Bandang Hapon, which features the hottest bands from the UAE and the Phillipines.

TishTash Talent will be handling all day-to-day management of Louie, including press coverage, publicity, event bookings and brand partnerships.

“We at TishTash are excited to continue building our talent/influencer portfolio,” says Natasha Hatherall, Managing Director, TishTash. “Louie is someone we have enjoyed a great working relationship with in the past couple of years as an agency and we are excited to be able to represent her and support her career as it goes from strength-to-strength.”

Louie adds, “I’m absolutely thrilled about signing up with TishTash Talent. Having enjoyed working with them before, I know I’m in good hands and that they will represent me well as we value the same qualities – hard work and integrity.”

Hinde Liepmannsohn joins Exclusive Networks

November 16, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Hinde Liepmannsohn has joined Exclusive Networks ME as Head of Marketing. Hinde has over eight years of experience in business to business marketing globally, having worked in Europe, the United States and the UAE, for companies such as MEED, Streamline Marketing Group and the Global Transport Forum. In her new role, Hinde will be responsible for developing and implementing successful marketing strategies for the IT security solutions company.

“I look forward to working for this award-winning organisation and to continue building relationships and successful programs for both vendors and channel partners across the region,” says Hinde.

Q Communications secures Yas Beach

November 11, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Q Communications has been appointed by Yas Beach to help unveil the venue’s new look and expansion on November 19, 2015. Yas Island’s only beach opened in 2013 and its new features include a new VIP lounge, restaurant, tikki bar and food quarter. Q Communications will start a media and influencer engagement campaign designed to create mass awareness of the new facilities both pre and post launch. The agency will be supporting Yas Beach across the UAE, with a focus on local business.

“Yas Beach is an iconic Abu Dhabi venue,” says Kate Greville, Managing Director, Q Communications. “Yas Island itself is famous for hosting the Formula 1 and we now want to make it famous for a truly unique Abu Dhabi beach destination. The Q Communications Abu Dhabi office has only been open for a month but the team’s passion, excellent experience in this sector and strong media contacts allowed us to create a launch programme which will enable Yas Beach to achieve its objectives.”

Femina Middle East welcomes Shweta Bhatia

August 12, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Shweta Batia has joined Femina Middle East magazine as Fashion & Beauty Editor. A graduate from the London School of Journalism, Shweta has previously worked as a freelance journalist for various global fashion publications. In her new role, she will be supporting the Editorial team in producing the monthly title by covering the latest in fashion and beauty trends.

“I’m delighted to be coming on board as the face of Femina ME’s fashion and beauty pages,” says Shweta. “The magazine has great potential and we look forward to achieving great heights with the product.”

Seven Media secures The Black Lion account

August 2, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Seven Media has added to its food and beverage portfolio with The Black Lion, a New York-inspired gastropub located within The H Dubai. The agency will handle all social media and PR for the new drinking and dining hub, as well as managing the venue’s official launch.

“We are in a very fortunate position to work with many of our clients from the conception stage through to the launch period and beyond,” says Hollie Thomson, Lifestyle Director, Seven Media. “The Black Lion brings a New York vibe to the Sheikh Zayed Road and is set to be a bustling hive of activity.”

Alamy partners with arabianEye

August 2, 2015/0 Comments/in Regional News /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Dubai-based creative resource arabianEye had secured a new partnership with Alamy to represent their image and footage library in the MENA region. The new partnership will give arabianEye clients access to more than 60 million new images, arabianEye will also be adding Alamy’s MENA-relevant content to their website.

“As the leading image and footage library in the Middle East, arabianEye has a track record in providing authentic content and partnering with the best companies in the industry,” says Greg Aslangul, General Manager, arabianEye. “Alamy is an important addition to a group of strategic international partners.”

Rachel Wakefield, Head of Sales, Alamy, adds “This is a very exciting partnership. We’ve long known that the huge variety of high quality photos, vectors and video clips in our collection would suit the Middle East market, but it was important to find the right partner and arabianEye came highly recommended to us. We’re looking forward to a long and successful collaboration.”

Surena Chande joins BBC Good Food

July 30, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Emily Churchill-Owen

BBC Good Food magazine, part of CPI Media Group, has welcomed Surena Chande to the role of Assistant Editor. Bringing over two years of experience in writing and editing to her new role, Surena will be responsible for planning and conceptualising content, writing, editing and proofing a range of articles as well as weekly newsletters and uploading website content.

“I’m thrilled to now be a part of the wonderful BBC Good Food team at CPI Media and look forward to the exciting upcoming challenges that this role will bring,” says Surena.

Ruth Bradley welcomes Elodie Le Bihan

July 30, 2015/0 Comments/in Movers & Shakers /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Elodie Le Bihan has joined Ruth Bradley Consulting as an Account Manager. Having recently worked as PR Coordinator at Louis Vuitton, Elodie brings over three years of experience in PR and marketing to her new role. As Account Manager, she will be looking after Ruth Bradley Consulting clients such as Robert Wan, Hautletic and Baraboux.

“After working with Louis Vuitton in the Middle East and Paris, I now have the privilege to continue my journey with Ruth Bradley Consulting and join her on her quest for excellence,” says Elodie. “I’m very excited to be a part of this award-winning team and help grow the portfolio of clients.”

Ruth Bradley, Founder and Managing Director, Ruth Bradley Consulting, adds “2015/16 holds very exciting projects and acquisitions for Ruth Bradley Consulting, and I’m delighted to have Elodie on board to share in our journey. Her impressive pedigree will bring valuable insight and experience to the existing team, and help take our clients to the next level in their PR strategies regionally.”

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