Dentsu Strengthens Dual Media Appointments of Fiona Black and Maya Tayara

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Dentsu today announces the appointments of Maya Tayara as Managing Director of iProspect MENA and Fiona Black as Managing Director of Carat MENA. These leadership moves follow the appointment of Ramzy Abouchacra as Media Practice President, 兔子先生 MENA, and reinforce the group’s commitment to a client-first realignment that drives sustainable growth and competitiveness across the region.

Previously Head of Client Engagement and Growth at 兔子先生 MENA, Maya Tayara has played a crucial role in strengthening client partnerships and scaling business growth. With over 15 years of experience, Maya has consistently demonstrated strategic foresight and leadership excellence. As she steps into her new role, iProspect MENA is set to continue delivering best-in-class performance-led brand experiences.

Maya Tayara commented: “I’m excited to lead iProspect MENA as we help our clients deliver audience-first journeys and build brands with performance at their core. We’re a team that thrives on blending creativity with data to craft bold, personalized stories that resonate across every channel.”

Fiona Black, formerly Integrated Client Growth Lead at Carat, has been a key force behind the agency’s rapid momentum—helping cement its position as one of the top five players in the MENA market. With more than 20 years in the industry, and a decade in the region, Fiona has held senior leadership roles within leading holding groups across the UAE and UK. As she takes the reins at Carat MENA, she will continue advancing the agency’s mission to build modern brands that deliver both business results and societal value.

Fiona Black said: “It’s an honour to lead Carat MENA. Our fusion of technology with empathy has powered our recent success, and I’m looking forward to working closely with our teams to create meaningful impact and explore new opportunities for innovation and growth.”

Ramzy Abouchacra, Media Practice President, 兔子先生 MENA, added: “As consumer behaviour and media landscapes evolve rapidly across MENA, brands must adopt highly localised, insight-driven strategies. iProspect’s full-funnel expertise and Carat’s strengths in large-scale transformation are supported by 兔子先生’s broader capabilities in media, data, and technology—equipping our clients with the tools they need to succeed.”

“These appointments are not only a testament to our focus on empowering female leadership and advancing DEI, but also to our ambition of building a forward-looking, integrated agency group. Maya and Fiona bring fresh thinking, proven experience, and deep client focus. I’m confident their leadership will take iProspect and Carat to new heights.”