Memac Ogilvy · Strategic Vision 2026

Mastering theFuture of PRin Qatar

A transformative 6-month roadmap to dominance. Building the most compelling, creative, and connected PR practice in the GCC.

12+Years GCC Experience
SAR 5MNew Business Won
50+Major Campaigns
The Mission

Pressure Points
I am here to solve.

01
Strategic

Market Positioning Gap

Qatar's PR market is maturing fast. Ogilvy must become the strategic reputation partner clients cannot find elsewhere.

02
Commercial

Revenue Growth

Commercial performance defines success. The practice needs a growth engine, not just a delivery team.

03
Relationships

C-Suite Relationships

Ministerial and executive relationships are the real currency. We need a leader in those rooms.

04
Capability

Modern Capabilities

Earned-first campaigns, data-led measurement, and crisis intelligence are now table stakes.

05
People

Talent & Culture

Top talent demands clear leadership, strong culture, and work they can be proud of.

06
Market

Qatar 2030 Alignment

Vision 2030 creates massive communications opportunity. Ogilvy must lead this narrative.

The Execution

The 6-Month
Roadmap to Impact.

01
Days 1–30

Listen & Assess

  • Deep-dive into every client relationship
  • One-to-one with every team member
  • Review revenue, margins, and pipeline
  • Audit positioning vs. competitors
Outcome:
Practice Audit: Clear picture of where we stand.
02
Days 31–60

Define & Position

  • Set strategic positioning and narrative
  • Define service priorities and structure
  • Map top 10 new business targets
  • Introduce KPI frameworks
Outcome:
Practice Strategy: 12-month roadmap aligned with Ogilvy MENA.
03
Days 61–90

Activate & Build

  • Launch repositioned market narrative
  • Run first new business pitches
  • Structured client review cadence
  • Launch crisis preparedness product
Outcome:
First Wins: New business conversion and improved satisfaction.
04
Months 4–6

Scale & Accelerate

  • Grow retainer revenue through expansion
  • Launch B2B influence premium line
  • Build high-performing team culture
  • Cross-Ogilvy creative collaboration
Outcome:
Momentum: Revenue growth and expanded portfolio.
Commercial Value

The Revenue
Engine for Growth.

01

Deepen Existing Clients

Fastest growth comes from clients we already have. Untapped scope, expanded briefs, and deeper Ogilvy integration.

The integrated agency advantage is Ogilvy's most powerful weapon.
02

Structured New Business

A prioritised pipeline of 10-15 prospects aligned to Qatar's growth sectors. Insight-led pitches, not credential decks.

SAR 5M+ new business generated at Edelman through strategic positioning.
03

Premium Service Lines

Two high-margin products: Crisis & Reputation Preparedness and B2B Influence. Underserved, high-demand.

Premium positioning commands premium fees.
04

Revenue Accountability

Clear KPIs: revenue per client, pitch win rate, client lifetime value. Tracked monthly, driving decisions.

What gets measured gets grown.
The Innovation

The Capabilities
I will build.

01

Earned-First Campaigns

Ideas compelling enough to earn media without paid amplification. The future of brand communications.

02

B2B Influence Strategy

Industry voices, executive profiling, and expert positioning for government and corporate clients.

03

Crisis & Reputation

Scenario mapping, simulation, playbooks. Premium retainers clients buy before they need.

04

Data-Led Measurement

Connect PR to business outcomes. Change the client conversation. Strengthen renewals.

05

Executive Visibility

C-suite profiling, thought leadership, media strategy. High demand, high margin.

06

AI-Enhanced Comms

AI tools for monitoring, sentiment, and campaign planning. Speed, precision, insight.

The Commitment

Accountability
is our foundation.

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New Client Wins by Month 6
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Target Revenue Growth Year 1
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Client Retention Target
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New Premium Services Launched

*All metrics are subject to circumstances on ground

The Proven Choice

Why I am the
Right Leader.

01

Deep GCC Credibility

12+ years across KSA, UAE, and GCC. Nokia, Philips, Edelman. I know how this market works.

02

Ogilvy Network Background

Prior Memac Ogilvy experience. Not starting from zero. Returning with deeper perspective.

03

SAR 5M+ New Business

Proven track record at Edelman Riyadh. Strategic pitches that win major accounts.

04

National-Scale Advisory

Qiddiya, Riyadh Air, KAFD, Saudi Space Agency. I advise at the highest level.

05

Agency + In-House View

Led comms at Nokia, Philips, Edelman, Ogilvy. I know what clients actually need.

06

Bilingual Leadership

Arabic and English fluency expands reach with government, corporate, and media stakeholders.

The Next Step

Let's Build
the Future.

I am ready to lead, grow, and transform PR & Influence practice at MEMAC Ogilvy Qatar.

© 2026 Adel Salah
Melbourne, Australia