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Ananda Shakespeare, Strategy Board Member of MEPRA and CEO and Founder of Shakespeare Communications, shares what she enjoys most about being part of our community. For 25 years, members like Ananda have contributed, engaged, and helped make MEPRA a place for connection and collaboration. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

📣 INDUSTRY NEWS 📣 #mepramember North Seventy Five announces the introduction of The Edit, a dedicated offering for communication training designed to help brands, organisations and individuals communicate with clarity, confidence, and influence, especially in an era of unprecedented change. Across the Middle East and beyond, organisations are facing a perfect storm of complexity: accelerated digital transformation, rapidly shifting stakeholder expectations, geopolitical uncertainty, and an always-on media environment. These forces have created an urgent need for sharper communication capability inside organisations from the C-suite to everyday communicators. Read more in the link 🔗 news.mepra.org 🗞️ Are you a member with news to share? Submit it to community@mepra.org and let us share it with our industry community of over 39,000 professionals. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

Join #mepramember CARMA for the second US-Iran Media Insights Briefing, where they will present the latest findings from CARMA’s ongoing analysis of how the conflict is being covered and interpreted across traditional media, social media and LLMs. Building on the first session, this briefing will examine the evolving communications environment and what it means for trust, messaging, reputation and stakeholder communications in a volatile regional context, followed by a panel discussion on the implications for communicators. Details: Wednesday April 1st, 2026 9 – 10 AM GMT Register here: bit.ly/4bEpHjr #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations  #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات  #العلاقات_العامة

📣 INDUSTRY NEWS 📣 #mepramember Shakespeare Communications has been appointed by Ateliier De Soul, the Dubai-based bespoke tailoring house and contemporary menswear hub - founded by serial “purpose-preneur” and conscious business leader, Biivesh Vamadev - as the brand looks to raise its profile and share its distinctive approach to modern men’s style with a wider audience. Read more in the link 🔗 news.mepra.org 🗞️ Are you a member with news to share? Submit it to community@mepra.org and let us share it with our industry community of over 39,000 professionals. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

Through MEPRA’s exclusive partnership with the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), the only Royal Chartered body for PR professionals worldwide, members have the opportunity to work toward internationally respected professional recognition. Supported by structured learning through the MEPRA Academy and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities, this accreditation demonstrates a commitment to excellence, ethical practice and ongoing professional growth. Become a member and elevate your professional journey, email 📩 community@mepra.org. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

We’re proud to have Place Communications supporting MEPRA as an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) sponsor. Together, we’re helping highlight the importance of employee wellbeing and stronger workplace support systems across our industry. Interested in becoming an EAP sponsor? 📩 community@mepra.org #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #mepraacademy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #ProfessionalDevelopment #morewithmepra #communications #publicrelations #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

📣 INDUSTRY NEWS 📣 #mepramember Shakespeare Communications welcomes CompassPoint Consulting as its latest new client, supporting the innovative fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) advisory business in its international communications and thought leadership strategy. Headquartered in Dubai with operations spanning the UK and GCC, CompassPoint Consulting is a boutique financial, operational, and talent advisory firm specialising in fractional CFO services, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and operational transformation for scaling businesses. Read more in the link 🔗 news.mepra.org 🗞️ Are you a member with news to share? Submit it to community@mepra.org and let us share it with our industry community of over 39,000 professionals. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

Have you registered yet? 🎓 MEPRA Academy: The Right Ways – and Wrong Ways – to Build Presentations and Speeches Using AI 🎓 Join Bill Connor, Media Trainer and Presentation Coach, as he shows how the latest AI tools can make creating slide presentations easier, without losing your unique voice. In this lively and engaging session, Bill will share practical tips on speaking performance and delivery, helping you grab your audience’s attention and inspire them to follow your lead. 📅 When: Wednesday, 25 March 2026 🕒 Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM GST 💻 Where: Virtual via Zoom Platform FREE for MEPRA members | AED 250 for non-members. Register now via the link 🔗 mepra.org/events #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #mepraacademy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #ProfessionalDevelopment #morewithmepra #communications #publicrelations #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

📣 INDUSTRY NEWS 📣 #mepramember Golin MENA has been appointed as the public relations agency for World Art Dubai 2026 for the second year, adding one of the region’s most prominent cultural platforms to its growing portfolio of arts and lifestyle clients. Read more in the link 🔗 news.mepra.org 🗞️ Are you a member with news to share? Submit it to community@mepra.org and let us share it with our industry community of over 39,000 professionals. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

Are you struggling to cut through the misinformation, fake news and clickbait headlines circulating about the rapidly evolving US–Iran situation to really understand what is being said and by who? #mepramember CARMA has launched a live Media Intelligence Command Center, built with global scope and a dedicated GCC lens, designed to provide clarity in a highly volatile environment. It draws from Tier 1 and Tier 2 international media alongside high-impact social accounts with more than 100K+ followers ensuring signal strength over noise. In this webinar, CARMA’s CEO, Mazen Nahawi, Arun Sudhaman, Founding Editor of Earned First and Sean Trainor, CEO and Founder of Salient KSA will discuss the latest news, data and social commentary being heard around the world. Register here 🔗 bit.ly/4cF4ZCo #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations  #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات  #العلاقات_العامة

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere. Across industries, communities, and generations, women continue to break barriers, inspire change, and shape a more inclusive future. At MEPRA, we are proud to support and champion the voices, leadership, and contributions of women within our community and beyond. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #MEPRA

As we navigate the current circumstances together, we would like to remind our members and community that MEPRA Academy’s online sessions will be resuming, providing a space to continue learning, exchange ideas and stay connected from wherever you are. If you are unable to attend live, all online sessions are recorded and available on demand via our Vimeo channel, allowing you to access them at a time that suits you. Register now via the 🔗 mepra.org/events #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

In light of the current circumstances, MEPRA would like to remind all members of the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) benefits available to support you during this difficult time. For more information, please reach out to community@mepra.org. We extend our sincere thanks to our valued EAP sponsors: Acorn Strategy, BLJ Worldwide, Northbourne Advisory, Place Communications and Tales & Heads for their continued commitment to supporting our community and championing wellbeing across the industry. #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #PublicRelations #MoreWithMEPRA #Communication

🎓 MEPRA Academy: Impact of AI in Communications for MENA Future Industries 🎓 Have you registered yet? Don't miss out. Join Mohaned Lafi, MEPRA Strategy Board Member; Chief Executive at Four Agency Worldwide, for a practical and insightful session with real-world applications and strategic takeaways. This session will explore how AI is reshaping communications across the MENA region, focusing on emerging trends, audience behaviours, and engagement strategies. It will cover smarter audience segmentation and persona development, as well as the use of synthetic focus groups and the growing impact of Geo-targeting (GEO) on communication outcomes. Key Areas for Discussion: ✔ Trends, shifting behaviours, and engagement strategies. ✔ Advanced audience segmentation and persona development. ✔ Utilising synthetic focus groups and analysing the impact of Geo-targeting (GEO). 📅 When: 4 March 2026 🕒 Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM GST 💻 Where: Virtual via Zoom Platform FREE and Exclusive to MEPRA members. Open to all levels – from students and early-career professionals to senior leaders looking to future-proof their communications strategies. Register now via the 🔗 mepra.org/events #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #mepraacademy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #ProfessionalDevelopment #morewithmepra #communications #publicrelations #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

Let's give a warm welcome to the talented team at Kaizzen, our newest member joining the #MEPRA community of over 1,300 comms professionals in the Middle East! Kaizzen is a global communications consultancy with a strong foundation in the MENA region. They specialise in strategic communications, digital engagement, and reputation management, helping organisations strengthen credibility, enhance visibility, and achieve business objectives. As a member of the MEPRA Community, you join in-house and agency communications professionals across the Middle East. You'll not only be part of the biggest network of comms pros in the region, but also gain access to FREE monthly training, mental health support, mentoring, job ads, awards, speaking & branding opportunities, and discounts to events! Don't miss out on all the amazing perks, become a member today! Find out more mepra.org or email community@mepra.org #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

📣 INDUSTRY NEWS 📣 #mepramember StickyGinger has kicked off 2026 with a series of significant retained and project account wins across PR and Social Media, including new and expanded partnerships with Marks & Spencer Middle East, Watsons GCC, and BRED Abu Dhabi. Leading the momentum is a flagship integrated win with Marks & Spencer Middle East. Following the successful delivery of PR support across the region in 2025, StickyGinger has now been appointed as the brand’s retained Social Media agency for the GCC. The expanded remit marks a significant evolution of the partnership and reinforces StickyGinger’s position as a fully integrated agency delivering connected, channel-agnostic brand storytelling. Read more in the link 🔗 news.mepra.org 🗞️ Are you a member with news to share? Submit it to community@mepra.org and let us share it with our industry community of over 39,000 professionals. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

We’re delighted to announce First & Ten Productions as MEPRA’s Official Photography & Videography Partner – UAE 📸🎥 First & Ten Productions has been a long-standing partner across our flagship events including the MEPRA Awards, AGM and UAE Leadership Majlis, consistently capturing the moments that define our community. We’re proud to formalise this partnership and look forward to continuing our collaboration. #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

📣 INDUSTRY NEWS 📣 #mepramember Current Global MENAT has been appointed as the PR partner across the GCC by Retro 9, the specialist automotive brand dedicated to the meticulous restoration and refinement of premium segment cars. Current Global MENAT will lead Retro 9’s external communications, delivering an earned-first strategy rooted in storytelling, craftsmanship and cultural relevance. The partnership will spotlight Retro 9’s rare approach to the restoration of iconic classic cars, its uncompromising standards of quality, and its deliberately limited output across key regional markets. Read more in the link 🔗 news.mepra.org 🗞️ Are you a member with news to share? Submit it to community@mepra.org and let us share it with our industry community of over 39,000 professionals. #MEPRA25 #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MEPRA #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة

Join us at the 2026 #MEPRA Qatar Leadership Majlis as we explore this year’s theme: “Shaping Reputation Through Live Moments: Event-Led Communication in the Middle East.” In an environment defined by heightened scrutiny, accelerated news cycles, and rapidly evolving audience expectations, event-led communication has become a critical reputational tool. Meet the latest speakers joining the lineup: 🔹Denise Yammine Chouity, MEPRA Strategy Board Member; General Manager, Pin&Notch 🔹Elie Charbel, CEO, A2Z Media Group 🔹Euan Megson, MEPRA Strategy Board Member; Managing Director - MENA, Action Global Communications 🔹Mazen Nahawi, MEPRA Fellow & Executive Board Member; Founder & Group CEO of CARMA 🗓️ Date: 2 April 2026 📍 Location: W Doha 🔗 Spaces are limited! For more information and to register: bit.ly/2026MEPRAQatar… Deadline to register: 25 March, 2026 Thank you to our Gold Partner CARMA, and Supporting Partners Pin&Notch, Northbourne Advisory, and A2Z Media Group for their continued commitment to advancing the communications industry in Qatar and making the 2026 MEPRA Qatar Majlis possible. #MEPRAat25 #25YearsOfMEPRA #MEPRALegacy #MiddleEastPR #publicrelations #morewithmepra #communications #الاتصالات #العلاقات_العامة #MEPRAQatarMajlis #MEPRALeadershipMajlis #MEPRAMajlis