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Ford Middle East and Africa Appoints Katie Dove as New Director of Communications
Ford Middle East and Africa today announces the appointment of Katie Dove, to the position of Director of Communications, based in Dubai.
Dove, who takes up her new role effective April 16, 2017, joins from Motorola Mobility where she served as communications director for the Europe-Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Asia-Pacific regions.
Dove brings diverse international consumer and corporate campaign experience gained from working for some of the most high-profile technology and consumer brands. In her Motorola role, she led all communications across the two regions, directing smartphone product launches for global media and influencer audiences, and driving all crisis and issues management work spanning product and reputational matters. Prior to this, Dove worked as a Director at global PR agency Weber Shandwick and for Cable & Wireless Worldwide, holding the position of head of EMEA public relations.
“As we transition to an auto and mobility company, Katie’s expertise will be essential in helping us deliver on our vision,” said Jacques Brent, president, Ford Middle East and Africa. “We’re excited to welcome her to the team, and look forward to her sharing her wealth of experience with the wider communications team we already have in place.”
Dove has a Master’s degree in History from the University of Edinburgh, and has been living in the MENA region for the past three years.
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Ford’s history in the Middle East goes back more than 60 years. The company’s local importer-dealers operate more than 155 facilities in the region and directly employ more than 7,000 people, the majority of whom are Arab Nationals. For more information on Ford Middle East, please visit www.me.ford.com.