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Abu Dhabi-based Flash enjoys sweeping awards victory with five wins

  • United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, April 29 - 2009 at 16:22
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Leading Abu Dhabi events consultancy Flash enjoyed a sweeping victory at the recent Middle East Event Awards 2009.

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  • Flash enjoys sweeping awards victory with five prestigious wins.
    Flash enjoys sweeping awards victory with five prestigious wins.
The Abu Dhabi home-grown company fought off competition from a number of global event companies, to win two of the evening's most prestigious and sought-after awards: 'Best Fair/Festival/Concert' category for the George Michael and Alicia Keys Live in Abu Dhabi concert held in December last year, in addition to the 'Best Sporting Event' for the Capitala World Tennis Championship, Abu Dhabi's first international tennis tournament held in January this year.

The two Middle East Event Awards wins come in addition to a recent slew of awards Flash celebrated winning including the prestigious 'Event Organizer of the Year' title from Sound and Stage Magazine Middle East. In addition, the company's New Years Eve spectacular Shakira Live in Abu Dhabi won the 'Favorite Concert, Abu Dhabi' award at the What's on Abu Dhabi Awards 2009, whilst the company's National Day 2008 concert featuring George Michael and Alicia Keys Live in Abu Dhabi, won the 'Favourite Concert, Dubai' title at the What's on Dubai Awards 2009.

Speaking on the night of the Middle East Event Awards, John Lickrish, Managing Director, Flash, commented:
"We are thrilled to have won these prestigious awards, and I am delighted my teams' hard work and efforts have been recognized by both the industry and the public. We are hugely proud of our Abu Dhabi and UAE roots and to have played a positive part in bringing and promoting a greater variety of entertainment in the city. These awards are as much a prize for Abu Dhabi, as they are for Flash."


Awards:



I. What's On Abu Dhabi Awards 2009
Nominated Events for "Favourite Concert, Abu Dhabi":
1. Shakira Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash
2. Jon Bon Jovi Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash
3. George Michael & Alicia Keys Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash

Winner: Shakira Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash

II. What's On Dubai Awards 2009
Nominated events for "Favourite Concert, Dubai":
1. Christina Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash
2. Shakira Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash
3. George Michael & Alicia Keys Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash

Winner: George Michael & Alicia Keys Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash

III. Middle East Event Awards 2009
Nominated events for "Best Fair/Festival/ Concert":
1. Skywards Dubai International Jazz Festival 2008 - Chillout Productions
2. George Michael & Alicia Keys Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash
3. Summer in Abu Dhabi 2008 - Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company

Winner: George Michael & Alicia Keys Live in Abu Dhabi - Flash

Nominated events for "Best Sporting Event":
1. Capitala World Tennis Championship - Flash
2. Skiboard World Cup - Ski Dubai
3. Dubai Rugby Sevens - Promoseven Sports

Winner: Capitala World Tennis Championship - Flash

IV. Sound and Stage Middle East Awards 2009
Nominated companies for "Event Organizer of the Year":
1. AEG Live
2. Flash
3. Center Stage Management

Winner: Flash
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About Flash:

Based in Abu Dhabi and founded in July 2008, Flash is an accomplished event consultancy providing flawless execution and an unrivalled experience to all stakeholders across the region. Driven by a team of passionate professionals, distinctive events and commitment to excellence, Flash offers comprehensive solutions which leave lasting impressions.

With a global network of contacts, and an insightful and innovative outlook, Flash bring truly world-class performers, athletes and musicians to the region creating memorable and positive experiences that appeal to each and every member of the community. Flash are also perfectly positioned to provide executional support to partners across Abu Dhabi, ensuring strategic alignment and universal standards of excellence across all domestic and regional events activity.

To date, Flash has successfully delivered some the biggest and most memorable live events in Abu Dhabi's history. From ground breaking pop stars to world film premieres, Flash's seamless approach to event design, promotion, planning and implementation has already left an indelible mark on the city;

- Justin Timberlake, December 6th, 2007, 15,000 people
- Bon Jovi, May 22nd 2008, 18,000 people
- Christina Aguilera, 24th October, 2008. 13,000 people
- George Michael & Alicia Keys, 1st December 2008, 25,000 people
- Al Adha Eid, 8-10th December 2008, 25,000 people
- Shakira, 31st December 2008, 14,000 people
- Capitala World Tennis Championship, 1-3rd January 2009, 15,000 people
- Journey to Mecca, World Premiere, 7-9th January 2009, 6,000 people
- Andrea Bocelli, Live in Abu Dhabi, 28th March, 2009, 10,000 people
- Coldplay, Live in Abu Dhabi, 29th March 2009, 15,000 people

About The Middle East Event Awards:

The Middle East Event Awards, which welcomes top industry professionals from across the Middle East, is the region's premier showcase of inspirational ideas for event organizers and suppliers, and was this year held at the Madinat Jumeirah.

A panel of judges from a variety of industry sectors and disciplines selected the winners at the event. The awards were open to companies who plan, manage, supply or service exhibitions; consumer, corporate and public events; weddings, parties, concerts, venues and theatres.

Sound & Stage Middle East Awards:

The Sound & Stage Awardss bring together the cream of the region's live events production and AV installation industries. As such, it is an ideal place for suppliers and service providers to promote their brand, meet potential customers and entertain existing clients.

The Sound & Stage Awards are open to individuals, companies and organisations working in the Middle East. Nominations are made via the awards website by end users, vendors or systems integrators. Each application is then assessed and judged by a panel of judges.

What's On Awards:

The What's On Awards has become the celebration in recognition of the hospitality and entertainment industry in the UAE since its launch in 2001. In the last eight years, nearly two million members of the public have cast their votes for their favourite bars and restaurants - a fabulous reflection of the UAE's ever expanding hospitality industry.

For more information, please contact:

Jacky Freer
Senior Communications Executive
Manning, Selvage & Lee
Tel: +971 4 3676152
Fax: +971 4 367 2615
P.O. Box 7534, Dubai, UAE

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