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

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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