Campaign’s PR Faces to Watch 2026 – Divya Bhatia, Senior Communications Executive, Havas Red Middle East
Campaign’s PR Faces to Watch 2026 – Divya Bhatia, Senior Communications Executive, Havas Red Middle East
Age: 29
Country: United Arab Emirates
Nominated by Palak Mehta, Communications Director:
Divya is someone who quietly makes a real difference. She brings focus, resilience and a strong work ethic to everything she does, and you can always rely on her to step up when it matters most. Her strength in media and influencer relations stands out, but it is her attitude that truly defines her. She is proactive, positive and always willing to learn. She works seamlessly with those around her and contributes to a supportive team culture. Divya has the drive and potential to grow into a strong leader, and she is truly a talent to watch.
Career highlights
Over the past year, she has grown across new business, media relations, client ownership and leadership. She was involved in seven RFPs across multiple sectors, strengthening her strategic thinking and contribution to pitch development. She consistently secured Tier 1 coverage by refining angles and aligning stories with media demand. She supported onboarding for new marketing leads on the client side and helped secure paid influencer budgets, driving stronger visibility. She also exceeded annual KPIs for clients by 50% through targeted thought leadership. In addition, mentoring a junior team member strengthened her leadership skills and contributed to overall team capability and confidence.
Guiding principles
Divya approaches her work with resilience, ownership and a strong willingness to learn. She values clear communication, strong relationships and doing things properly. She stays calm under pressure, adapts to change and looks for practical solutions. Continuous improvement, teamwork and delivering real impact guide how she works and grows.
Side hustle
Outside of work, Divya is your go to matcha girl. She has probably tried matcha at every café in the UAE and will happily travel for a new pop up. She also used to be a beauty content creator and still loves all things makeup, skincare and new beauty finds.
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