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Global brands target consumer interaction
Jody Turner, CEO and Founder of Culture of Future, talks to Edward Poultney at OMD Predicts about global versus local trends, and how international groups are using the digital sphere to interact with their target markets and put themselves at the forefront of consumer consciousness.
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SkyCargo business a strong indicator of economic trends
The variation in the movement of freight provides an early indicator of future global economic trends, based on a number of factors which Ram C Menen, Divisional Snr VP, Emirates SkyCargo explains to Phil Blizzard. He also talks about SkyCargo's contribution to the Emirates Group, looks at new routes from a cargo perspective, including the importance of Africa, and provides a prediction on the global economy.
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Zurich International sees renewed regional growth
Mark Hartigan, CEO, Zurich International Life, Middle East, talks to Edward Poultney about the insurance provider's initiatives in the Middle East, what issues the group's clients in the region are facing and the effects that the downturn has had on personal savings trends.
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UAE near term economic outlook fragile says IIF
Without major reforms the near term outlook for the UAE is fragile according to the GCC Regional Overview from the Institute of International Finance, IIF. Phil Blizzard talks to Garbis Iradian, Senior Economist, IIF, about the results and the required measures for a stronger performance.
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IIF Regional GCC Overview sees return to solid growth
The GCC Regional Overview from the industry benchmark Institute of International Finance shows that the region is seeing solid growth, underpinned by higher oil prices, robust government spending and some normalisation in global trade. Phil Blizzard talks to George Abed, Senior Consultant & Director, Mena Department, IIF, about the findings in their regional report.
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Rotana Hotels looking beyond the GCC
Despite challenging times in the hospitality industry Rotana are on track with their current projects across the GCC. Omer Kaddouri, Senior Vice President, UAE Operations, Rotana, talks to Phil Blizzard about their strategies and how the are keeping a close eye on new markets across the Middle East.
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Key challenges in developing the GCC hospitality sector
Gerhard Hardick, COO, Roya International, looks at the challenges facing hotel managers and owners, and what they need to address in order to develop the GCC hospitality industry. He also talks to Phil Blizzard at the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference about the role of consultants in this industry sector.
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AEG Live - Rod Stewart boosts local economy
Prior to staging a show with Rod Stewart and Spandau Ballet Thomas Ovesen, MD, AEG Live, talks to Phil Blizzard about the logistics of staging events of this nature and how they help to boost the tourism sector of the local economy.
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Standard Chartered examines regional property lending trends
Philippe Dauba-Pantanacce, Snr Economist, Mena, Standard Chartered expects US interest rates to remain flat until Q3 2011. At Cityscape Abu Dhabi he talks to Phil Blizzard on a regional perspective with an outlook on the state of the UAE's 'loan to deposit' ratio and subsequent lending prospects.
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Visa eyes GCC potential for Prepaid cards
Scott Salmon, Head of Global Market Development, Prepaid Products, Visa sees huge growth potential in the GCC region for prepaid cards in various sectors and particular benefits for both employers and employees.
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AEG Live - events need DTCM support
Thomas Ovesen, MD, AEG Live talks to Phil Blizzard about the value of live events to the local economy and tourism industry. They talk about events in Dubai and, from a global perspective, how their association with Michael Jackson made AEG a driving force in the entertainment industry. AG Live are also organisers of the Grammy Awards and numerous sporting events.
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Prepaid cards add to rewards and loyalty programmes
The use of Prepaid cards is expanding into the Rewards sector as Kira Milan, MD, Vice Versa International explains to Phil Blizzard. She says the innovative use of Reward cards not only rewards individuals, but also provides companies a wealth of information. The Dubai based company has also introduced cards, offering instant rewards, for travellers.
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Emirates Boats diversify their product range
Dubai boat manufacturer Emirates Boats are riding the crest of the wave with their 'top of the range' boats which are used primarily for fishing. Jamal Fahad, Chief Executive talks to Phil Blizzard about the present market conditions not impacting their business and how they are diversifying into the military sector.
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Prepaid cards an alternative to credit and debit
Prepaid cards offer a secure alternative to cash for both corporate customers and consumers. Phil Blizzard talks to Scott Salmon, Head of Global Market Development, Prepaid Products, Visa about the dynamics driving their growth.
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Sunseeker grow in Middle East luxury yacht market
With buyers from right across the Middle East Sunseeker luxury yachts are seeing significant growth in this region, according to Francesco Pitea, GM, Sunseeker Middle East LLC in this interview with Phil Blizzard at the Dubai International Boat Show. He also says that the sale of the large yachts had not been affected by the economic slow and this show signals a new era of growth.
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