By Lara Geadah, Founder & CEO of Cameo

Omnicom Media Group MENA (OMG MENA) has appointed Rasha Rteil as the new managing director of Hearts & Science in the UAE. She replaces Dana Sarkis, the agency’s current general manager, following her decision to relocate to Europe.

The agency welcomes a batch of copywriters.

Houbara Communications, locally-based communications consultancy in the region, has promoted Vicky El-Kassir to Director and Raaziqa Hassen to Account Director to support business growth.

ExploreTECH is a technology marketplace for the MEA's hospitality and travel industry. The platform provides a channel for hospitality and travels technology suppliers to gain new audience engagement and generate leads. Obada Jandali has been appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer for the platform.

The World Media Group earlier this week announced Khaled AlShehhi, Executive Director of Marketing and Communication for the UAE Government Media Office, as the winner of the World Media Award (WMA) for Content Leadership & Innovation for 2022. This award recognizes peers for talent in creating exemplary content-driven campaigns that demonstrate brand bravery, creativity, and innovation. AlShehhi will receive his special award at this year’s WMA celebration in September.

Creative Director at Havas Creative, Havas Middle East

Head of Strategy, OMD UAE