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Finalists for this year’s MEPRA Awards revealed
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – November 25th, 2022: – The Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) announced the finalists for this year’s MEPRA Awards – an annual gala event that recognizes and honors the brightest, bravest, and boldest campaigns and practitioners in communications. The 2022 MEPRA Awards attracted nearly 800 entries – significantly more...
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2020 MEPRA Awards brings together more than 700 virtual guests in largest-ever awards
MEPRA hosted its largest-ever Awards edition last night, held virtually for the first time. More than 700 virtual guests tuned in, as 80 agencies and in-house communication team finalists battled it out to win across a record 53 categories. The Awards ceremony, which was hosted by MEPRA Chair Jonty Summers and Executive Board Member Souad... Continue reading➦
First virtual REMAP brings disruptive marketing to the forefront PR in the Middle East
MEPRA wrapped up its third REMAP Creative Communications Festival this week, which was held virtually for the first time. Speakers explored the theme ‘Creatively Brave’ and showcased how communicators in the region could push the boundaries and advance the communications practice when it comes to creative strategy for brand campaigns. Hosted by MEPRA Vice Chair... Continue reading➦
MEPRA hopes to inspire a shift in communications with REMAP
MEPRA has announced the speaker line-up for its annual REMAP Communications Festival, which will be hosted virtually this year over two afternoons on 7th and 8th December. Ogilvy’s Rory Sutherland, Geometry’s Roy Armale and Snapchat’s Vishal Badiani will headline the event, which focuses on the theme ‘Creatively Brave’. Unlike any other MEPRA event, REMAP aims... Continue reading➦
Integrated communications and public relations firm Acorn Strategy celebrates 10th anniversary
The award-winning agency celebrates its 10-year milestone with a fresh look, high-profile clients and a considerably larger, multi-talented team. 25 November 2020, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Acorn Strategy, an award-winning integrated marketing, public relations, and digital communications agency, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in November 2020, sealing a decade of rapid growth and strong market performance... Continue reading➦
W7Worldwide’s 7-Steps to Maximizing Virtual Events in COVID-19
Jeddah: COVID-19 had an immediate impact on the events industry with conferences and exhibitions cancelled due to global travel restrictions and social distancing measures. After the initial shock to the industry, event organizers quickly turned to digital solutions and created virtual events to keep the momentum going. Business and professional online events increased 1,100% in April 2020... Continue reading➦
markettiers MENA grows team with two new Account Managers
International broadcast specialist consultancy markettiers MENA has announced the appointment of two new Account Managers, Nour Aboulaban and Olivia Simpson. Both have been officially appointed as part of the business since the start of October 2020 and bring a combined 13 years of communications experience. Nour Aboulaban is an experienced PR professional with particular focus in consumer... Continue reading➦
Finalists Announced For Largest-Ever MEPRA Awards
Finalists have been revealed for the 2020 MEPRA Awards, the largest-ever edition, with more than 80 organisations shortlisted across 51 categories. 460 entries were submitted this year, with the most entered for ‘Best Integrated Campaign’ and ‘Best Creative Approach During COVID-19’. More than 30 entries were submitted for each category, providing a clear indication on... Continue reading➦
W7Worldwide Successfully Manages Communications for Leading Cybersecurity Conference MENAISC 2020
Leading Saudi marketing communications consultancy agency W7Worldwide, successfully managed the communications for the VirtuPort Middle East and North Africa Information Security Conference 2020 (MENAISC 2020), which was virtually held from October 5-6, 2020. The event, titled “Evolution from Cyber Resistance to Resilience in an Age of Smart Cities, Digital Economy & IoT,” was sponsored by... Continue reading➦