Edelman Middle East has announced the expansion of its leadership team with two significant appointments: David Kingsmill-Moore as Managing Director for the UAE and Marta Guasch as the Regional Head of Technology.Kingsmill-Moore brings 13 years of experience working across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain, where he has collaborated with both government and private sector clients. Previously a partner at Consulum, which was recently acquired by Stagwell, he led key accounts including the Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) and the Public Investment Fund (PIF). In his new role at Edelman, he will provide strategic counsel to corporate and energy clients and serve as a regional crisis advisor for complex issues and reputational challenges.Guasch joins Edelman from the firm?ÇÖs London office, tasked with developing and leading the technology practice in the Middle East. With eight years of public relations and communications experience in the technology sector, she is poised to strengthen Edelman?ÇÖs presence in this vital area.These appointments reflect Edelman?ÇÖs commitment to enhancing client advisory services in the region. Kingsmill-Moore and Guasch will report to Omar Qirem, CEO of Edelman Middle East, who expressed his enthusiasm for the new additions, stating: ?Ç£I am delighted to welcome both David and Marta to the team. This leadership expansion reflects our continued focus on growing our presence in the region and strengthening our senior bench of experienced advisors.?Ç¥The announcement follows the recent appointment of Nidaa Lone as head of Edelman?ÇÖs Abu Dhabi office, underscoring the agency's strategic growth. Additionally, Edelman has hired Zoe Audibert as the regional marketing lead for the Middle East, further bolstering its team with talent relocated from the UK.Edelman has been operating in the UAE since 2008 and has seen significant growth in recent years, with its team tripling in size over the past three years. The agency reported a revenue increase of 23.7% in its Middle East business in 2023, making it one of the fastest-growing regions within the firm.