In a phenomenal start to 2012 Starcom Mediavest Group (SMG) won 4 Cristal Awards at this year’s ceremony, becoming the most awarded media agency of the year. SMG was also named media agency of the year on the back of one of the most challenging years for the industry.

Following a competitive pitch between some of the region's top media agencies, Emirates NBD has awarded its media business to MediaVest. This is a huge win for the agency, who will look after the Emirates NBD account across the Middle East. Their appointment is effective immediately.

SMG announces two senior leadership appointments in MENA. Philip Jabbour to take the helm as CEO of SMG MENA. Tarek Daouk is promoted to the newly created role of Chief Innovation and Integration Officer. Both appointments are effective January 1st, 2011.