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Devastation of an Industry - Radio in The Lebanon
"The recent conflict has cost the Lebanese radio industry an estimated US$7 million and with zero advertising on all stations this could rise" says Middle East Radio expert Raymond Gaspar, CEO of Lebanon's long established station Radio One.
Lloyds TSB to Award Small Business
The debut Lloyds TSB Small Business Awards taking place in Dubai will see enterprising companies being rewarded for their achievements. Steve Williams, COO Lloyds TSB ME talks about the initiative which takes place in November.
The Future is Bright for Orange
Orange Business Services is the result of France Telcom's re-branding of its communication business. Lionel Reina, VP & GM, EEMEA talks about the reason for the move and their substantial business activities in the Middle East.
Souq.com - Lebanon Appeal
Middle East 'on-line' auction portal Souq.Com have launched a 'community' initiative to support the victims of the current aggressions in Lebanon. Sameh Lutfi explains what they hope to achieve and how you can participate on souq.com
Land Rover MD talks LR2
Land Rover's Global MD Phil Popham talks, during his debut Middle East visit, about their all new product the LR2 which is to be launched early 2007. He also conveys his experience of driving Land Rover vehicles in the UAE desert.
Skimming, phishing increase banking fraud
With the ATMs of numerous banks being compromised by fraudulent activities and the 'phishing' for information via email accounts we take a special look at ways to be more secure. Patrick Hayati, Regional Director, McAfee guides us through the steps we need to take.
Qatar Financial Center - Ready for Business
Established in May 2005 the aim of the Qatar Financial Centre is to establish business operations in a "best-in-class" international environment. Stuart Pearce, CEO & Director General talks to Phil Blizzard about their achievements in the first year, the road ahead and the message "Ready for Business".
Al Essa Network - Job Matching Goes Online
A revolutionary and speedy online recruitment service is being offered by Al Essa Marketing to aid clients and candidates alike. Michelle Kruger, Business Development Director explains how it works, enabling you to get a shortlist of four best candidates instantly.
Middle East Businesswomen Awards
Keynote speaker is Vietnamese woman Kim Phuc, who as a young girl was captured on film running down the road with her skin on fire with napalm. Ali Al Kamali, MD, Datamatix Group talks about Kim Phuc and the significance of the awards.
Dubai Property Show, London
The first Dubai specific property show in London attracted over 40 exhibitors from the real estate sector. Mike Bridge, Regional Sales Director, DSL Exhibitions talks about the impact of the show.
A reception of resources - Club Concierge
For the executive who needs a gentle reminder of an important date, to the organisation of an impressive business dinner on a luxury yacht, plus a multitude of other 'we can take care of it' tasks, Club Concierge offer a personal approach. Set up in Dubai, managing partner, Tracy Burt answers a call from a busy media executive.
Interview - Banking Challenges, Louis Scotto
With the demand for new branches across the UAE, Louis Scotto, GM Retail Banking ME, Emirates Bank, talks about the challenges encountered. With up to 10 branches opening per year, compared with the traditional 1 or 2, staff recruitment is a key issue.
Marketing Up Against The Ropes
A boxing ring, two sets of boxing gloves, a couple of athletic men and a verbose umpire attracted a large crowd at the Marketing & Media Show! Soheil Mirfakhraie Business Development Manager, B Marketing, goes around with Phil Blizzard to explain.
Worldwide Property Shows
Fiji, Finland, Lapland are, perhaps, not the most likely countries considered by investors looking at buying property. They will, however, be amongst exhibitors from over 40 countries at the shows, in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, as we discovered by talking with organiser Mike Bridge.
Cityscape - a roaring success
Going by the sounds emanating from Cityscape's star attraction, the three horned Triceratops flown in specially from Japan, the exhibition has been a roaring success. Mark, the keeper of the dinosaur tells us about the herd which will be roaming the City of Arabia in 2008.
