International Advertising Association announces new board members

The International Advertising Association’s (IAA) UAE Chapter today announced the newly appointed board of directors, 2010-2012.

The new board, comprised of regional professionals with a diverse range of experience across the marketing communications industry, assumed their positions effective immediately and has elected Dr. Lance de Masi, President of the American University in Dubai, as the President of the IAA UAE Chapter. Dr. de Masi will assume the position for a second term. Mr. Nassib Boueri, Chief Executive Officer (MENA) of Y&R/Wunderman was re-elected Vice President of the Board, also for a second term.

“There is a significant body of work to progress, and I welcome this additional term and the impetus of the new board members to further consolidate our activities,” said Dr. Lance de Masi, President of the IAA UAE Chapter.

“The UAE Chapter’s future agenda is ambitious and with the combined talents of our new board members, the UAE Chapter will continue to deliver on its core objectives: to be industry advocates; provide guidance on best practice; foster talent and education; and deliver meaningful membership benefits,” concluded Dr. de Masi.