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Scout reappointed for Decorex Africa 2024
Following a hugely successful 2023 run, Scout PR & Social Media has once again been chosen to promote the prestigious Decorex Africa portfolio.
Decorex Africa wins triple accolades at AAXO Roar Awards
This year’s winners of the Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) Roar Awards were announced at a prizegiving gala evening held at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg on 29 February 2024.
Lalibela Game Reserve appoints Scout to promote its six luxury lodges in the Eastern Cape
Located in a unique multi-biomed area of the Eastern Cape in South Africa is a conservation project that doubles as a tourism business. Lalibela Game Reserve’s 10 500 hectares are home to the Big 5, vast herds of plains game, a slew of predators including cheetah,...
The first NFT fine-art gallery in South Africa launched by Scout
Adding a new dimension to the art world, USURPA Gallery in Riviera, Johannesburg, has taken the somewhat intimidating concept of digital art from the constraints of computer or phone screens into a physical space using innovative Samsung Frame Technology. Established...
Scout launches Dream On’s aromatherapy Pillow Patches
Scout PR & Social Media was appointed to launch new easy-to-use Dream On aromatherapy Pillow Patches. An aid to better sleep, the patches are made with a curated blend of essential oils to promote sleep, relaxation and anxiety relief. The brainchild of Abigail...
Decorex Africa reappoints Scout PR & Social Media
Scout PR & Social Media has once again been appointed to the Decorex Africa account to promote the 2023 editions of Decorex Cape Town and Joburg, the inaugural Joburg and Cape Town Decor and Design Weeks, 100% Design Africa and Design Joburg. Scout has been...
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Ambiguity - Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend; inside of a dog, it's too dark to read. - A cop just knocked on my door and told me that my dogs were chasing people on bikes. My dogs don't even own bikes. These are two examples of ambiguity. Ambiguity is...
Recent Promotions
Maileshi Setti, Account Director –Agency Lead Maileshi’s appointment as Account Director - Agency Lead from 1 March 2023 sees her take up a Group organisational role across Scout’s PR and Influencer teams. She is responsible for driving Scout’s Influencer and media...
Scout named Digital Media Marketing Management Platform of the Year at Corporate LiveWire Global Awards 2022/23
January 2023: The winners of the Corporate LiveWire Global Awards 2022/23 have been announced, and South Africa-based integrated communications agency Scout PR & Social Media took the honours in the category Digital Media Marketing Management Platform of the Year....
We gon’ party like it’s (y)our birthday
SPRING THING! Multiple congrats go to Spier, for transforming 330 years of winemaking history into a regenerative triumph, for exceling in the Tim Atkin special report on South Africa, being named winery of the year, and showing up for Spring with the prettiest wine...
Serious style, 25 top talents, bright young things & island living comes home!
The Power of (Re)Imagination On the forefront of décor, design and lifestyle trends for almost three decades, Decorex Africa is poised to ignite the country’s two top performing cities with fresh vision and purpose this year. The dynamically reimagined shows take...
Scout PR & Social Media appointed as Blue Amber Zanzibar’s 360-degree marketing agency
Located on the East African island, Blue Amber Zanzibar is a residential and resort development that is recognized as a strategic investment project in Tanzania. With development planned in phases, the first phase focuses on residential real estate with several...
Debbie Loots appointed as Senior Account Director at Scout PR & Social Media
Scout PR & Social Media is pleased to announce the strategic appointment of Debbie Loots as Senior Account Director to head the agency’s design and décor portfolio. Scout looks after leading brands in this sector such as Plascon, Design Indaba, Clout/SA and the...
Scout PR & Social Media wins “PR & Social Media Agency of the Year 2022 – South Africa” at 2022 Global Business Awards
Scout PR & Social Media is thrilled to announce that it has been named “PR & Social Media Agency of the Year 2022 - South Africa” at the 2022 Global Business Awards, which is hosted by Corp Today Magazine. Corp Today - www.corptodaymagazine.com - covers varied...
Scout dives into Tidal Pools exhibition on behalf of The Yard
In 2017, Scout was privileged to have been appointed to launch the successful Silo District eatery and retail destination The Yard to the media when it first opened. Now, at the apex of 2021, Scout has been re-engaged to assist with publicising The Yard’s exciting new...
Scout makes social media content for Made in Cape Town campaign
To support local businesses across the board, from one-person SMMEs to corporates, a number of key public, private and NPO stakeholders are joining forces to initiate a “Made in Cape Town” movement that will surface and celebrate products and services of a Cape Town...
MONN returns to Scout
Scout PR & Social Media has had the pleasure of working with leading carpet and bespoke rug manufacturer MONN since 2016. MONN was established in 2012, and produces a variety of luxury Axminster and Wilton carpets, bespoke rugs, and carpet tiles. MONN’s superior...
Scout named “Best Digital Media Marketing Management Platform – Cape Town”
Scout PR & Social Media has been named "Best Digital Media Marketing Management Platform - Cape Town" in the African Business Excellence Awards 2021. MEA Markets announced the return of the African Business Excellence Awards in 2021, and has once again looked to...
KRONE X WHATIFTHEWORLD elects Scout to publicise 40 under 40
KRONE X WHATIFTHEWORLD gallery at Twee Jonge Gezellen Estate, the home of Krone Cap Classique, in Tulbagh presents 40 under 40 from 25 September 2021 to 28 February 2022. This exhibition showcases 40 artists under the age of 40, as a joint project with BMW Young...
Scout to promote this year’s #cocreateDESIGN FESTIVAL 2021
Scout has been appointed by the Craft and Design Institute (CDI) to promote the upcoming #cocreateDESIGN FESTIVAL, which CDI organises on behalf of the Mission Network of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in South Africa. The festival, which runs from 20 - 23 September...
Cultivating a new relationship with Cultivate
Scout PR & Social Media has been appointed to manage the PR, social media and monthly newsletter for Cultivate. Cultivate aims to inspire and realise a wine landscape that is made in the image of the people who live and work in South Africa. This dynamic...
Springing into a BUMPER Heritage Month as Scout turns 8!
Live events, art exhibitions, happenings, unconferences and more...CULTIVATING HERITAGE The Cultivate Collective invites you to the launch of its new marketplace in the Salt Orchard complex in Salt River, Cape Town with a free Heritage Month programme focusing on...
De Toren renews its PR relationship with Scout
Scout PR & Social Media is pleased to announce that its PR services have been re-engaged by world-class wine estate De Toren Private Cellar. Scout began its working relationship with De Toren in August 2020 after having been invited to pitch for the account...
All-Natural ROZURI by Maya gets social with Scout
Scout PR & Social Media has been appointed to manage the social media content, community and performance posts for ROZURI by Maya. An anti-aging super oil, ROZURI by Maya is exquisitely blended for women of all ages and skin types. It is produced in Africa and...
Scout appointed to help grow applications for the CDI Capital Growth Fund
Scout PR & Social Media has been tasked with publicising the CDI Capital Growth Fund, which has opened for grant funding applications. Small businesses that are experiencing growth or are poised for expansion in any sector and can create jobs are encouraged to...
Frankie Nassimbeni directs Scout to publicise his filmmaking debut
Scout PR & Social Media is pleased to welcome Francesco Nassimbeni as a client. The agency has been tasked with promoting his new short film in five parts, which he directed for South African accessories brand Waif. Entitled A-E-I-O-U, the film series sensitively...
Portrait of an artist: Scout profiles preeminent portraitist Cyril Coetzee
Scout is pleased to welcome its new client, “the man who painted Mandela”, aka Cyril Coetzee. Coetzee was commissioned not once, but twice, to paint the portrait of the late Nelson Mandela for the former president’s private collection. The first of these portraits was...
Scout named PR & Social Media Agency of the Year 2021 – South Africa
We are pleased to announce that Scout PR & Social Media has been selected as PR & Social Media Agency of the Year 2021 - South Africa at the 2021 Global Business Insight Awards (GBI). The GBI awards celebrate business leadership, innovation in finance and...
Scout takes Design Takeover in hand
The Decorex Africa portfolio has appointed Scout PR & Social Media to announce its dynamic new plans for Decorex Cape Town 2021. Decorex Cape Town has been agilely re-strategised, with the month of June 2021 pegged for a Design Takeover comprising a host of...
CDI appoints Scout to tell you what’s NEXT
Now in its 4th year, the NEXT Trade Exhibition is an initiative of the Craft and Design Institute (CDI) that aims to encourage the export of South African product. The CDI is a South African non-profit company with two decades of success in developing creative people,...
House and Leisure to Relaunch
Scout was appointed by independent media company and creative content studio LOOKBOOK to promote its acquisition of beloved South African décor and design title House and Leisure. Launched in 1993 by Jane Raphaely, the magazine’s last issue was circulated in April...
Scout appointed to publicise (Un)Infecting the City 2021
The Institute for Creative Arts (ICA) at the University of Cape Town (UCT) has appointed Scout to publicise the (Un)Infecting the City public arts festival across non-traditional and traditional media channels. The longest running public arts festival in South Africa,...
Scout welcomes Natur Health Products, naturally!
With the even stronger move to online shopping catalysed by the pandemic, Scout PR & Social Media is pleased to welcome budding e-tailer Natur Health Products (pronounced “nature” but written without the letter “e”) to its social media stable. Scout will be...
Scout appointed to launch Vïb Cape Town and Jaffer Modern
After participating in a pitch process, Scout PR & Social Media has won the tender to represent the new Vïb Cape Town and Jaffer Modern. Both accounts joined the Scout stable at the start of November 2020, and the agency will launch both entities to the media, as...
PR Agency of the Year
Scout PR & Social Media has been awarded the title of “PR & Social Media Agency of the Year 2020 - South Africa” at the 2020 Media Innovator Awards. The Media Innovator Awards are held annually and hosted by UK-based Corporate Vision Magazine, a digital...
Scout PR & Social Media named “PR & Social Media Agency of the Year 2020 – South Africa” at the Media Innovator Awards
Scout PR & Social Media has been awarded the title of “PR & Social Media Agency of the Year 2020 - South Africa” at the 2020 Media Innovator Awards. The Media Innovator Awards are held annually and hosted by UK-based Corporate Vision Magazine, a digital...
Helping out St Luke’s Combined Hospices
Scout assisted pro bono with production assistance, narrative concept and scriptwriting for a documentary to mark the 40th anniversary of St Luke’s Combined Hospices. By caring for the dying, the dedicated caregivers of St Luke’s Combined Hospices bring life and...
Heroes on Bikes
Scout provided pro bono assistance to Khaltsha Cycles in the form of copy-editing for the organsation’s Heroes on Bikes crowd-funding drive. Because of the COVID-19 crisis, it is critical that essential services are rolled out within communities to help battle the...
Art and About
Here at Scout, we are grateful to work with a range of amazing clients on their incredible projects and brands. We’re aware of how much we receive and also, how important it is to give back – in the form of our time, effort and energy. This has been so much more the...
Catherine Wijnberg appoints Scout to publicise her debut book
Catherine Wijnberg’s debut book Sheep Will Never Rule the World is a handy guide to hope, success and happiness. Scout PR & Social Media is assisting with PR for this new publication, including organising the official launch, which was held on 13 August 2020 via a...
Growing Minds Grows with Scout
Growing Minds has appointed Scout PR & Social Media to run a short-term social media marketing campaign for the school’s new distance learning offering and its 2021 Grade R and Grade 1 intake. An inclusive, independent school registered with the Western Cape...
Extending relationships with Scout!
It is always so affirming when an existing client elects to extend their service level agreement with us – a good sign of a happy customer, which in turn means a job well done! We are therefore very pleased to communicate three recent contract renewals, two from...
Scout launches a podcast & YouTube Channel – for you!
Here at Scout, we recently launched our own podcast 4U - the 4-minute University - where we ask interesting people in the creative industries 4 questions in 4 minutes. In our first episode, we speak to Tracy Lynch, the founder of Studio Lee Lynch, Creative Director of...
A Meeting of African Design Minds – Herman Miller Gets Social on the Continent
Scout PR & Social Media has been appointed to launch a new Instagram channel for Herman Miller’s presence in Africa. The purpose is to connect one of the world’s leading ranges of ergonomically designed task furniture with a trade audience across the continent....
One of the world’s most awarded wine estates appoints Scout PR & Social Media as its PR partner
Scout PR & Social Media is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the much-coveted PR account to manage the international and local media communications for world-class wine estate De Toren Private Cellar. Scout was invited to tender and won this account...
Taking a seat with Herman Miller
Offering one of the world’s leading ranges of ergonomically designed task furniture, Herman Miller specialises in complete office systems. Scout PR & Social Media has provided PR for Herman Miller’s African presence since March 2019. In addition to promoting the...
The world-renowned Design Indaba looks to Scout PR & Social Media
For a quarter of a century, the internationally acclaimed and award-winning Design Indaba has inspired and empowered its participants to create a better world through creativity. This much-awaited event on the global design calendar attracts and showcases the world’s...
Running with Scout! | Race The Wild Coast & Baleka Trail Run join forces with Scout PR & Social Media
Race The Wild Coast 2019 event Scout PR & Social Media has managed the PR and social media for Rockethorse Racing since August 2017. Now, Rockethorse Racing is extending its current offering from the exhilarating Race The Wild Coast adventure horse race to include...
A Spicy Combination ! | Scout PR & Social Media appointed to manage social media and influencer marketing for Seven Colours Grill Seasoning™.
When it comes to preparing the most delectable meals, be it spicy grilled chicken, lamb stew or tangy and flavourful coleslaw, Seven Colours Grill Seasoning™ is the ultimate go-to! The versatile seasoning can be used to pep up all savoury meals and side dishes. To...
Scout manages PR & social media for 100% Design South Africa for the sixth year in a row
Scout PR & Social Media has a longstanding relationship with 100% Design South Africa, the largest curated exhibition platform for sourcing high-end contemporary design in Africa. As seasoned promoters of local and global design, Scout has been ideally placed to...
Deli Spices appoints Scout to manage its corporate communications
Deli Spices, one of the leading seasonings and additive blend suppliers to the sub-Saharan food industry, appointed Scout PR & Social Media to manage its social media presence in January 2019. This 35-year-old family-owned business works closely with leading...
Scout highlights Cécile & Boyd’s award-winning design ethos
In September 2019, Scout PR & Social Media was appointed to drive interior design business Cécile & Boyd’s PR campaigns, working across the company’s three portfolios - retail, lodges and residential. We drew attention to the brand’s longstanding relationship...
Scout and Clout: a match made in PR-land!
Scout PR & Social Media has been working for Nando’s Design Programme, Clout, since March 2019. During Milan Design Week 2019, we helped to publicise Sacrosanct, a display of the work of six local designers curated by Thabisa Mjo of Mash T Design Studio, and...
Scout helps to launch Lalela Scarf’s new ranges
Scout PR & Social Media has a longstanding relationship with international fashion brand Lalela Scarf and we took great pleasure in helping them to launch their new collection of leatherwear and other accessories earlier this year. Our brief was to spread the news...
100 Mile garden runs to raise much needed funds for BRAVE Rock Girl NPO during lockdown
The "Non-stop Garden 100-miler Crew" will run 100 miles in their gardens to raise money in support of BRAVE, a local NPO that focuses on leadership skills for young women and girls in Manenberg, and which is currently providing food and other essential goods to these...
Hope Distillery appoints Scout to assist with its rebrand…and more!
In August 2019, Scout PR & Social Media came on board to assist artisanal gin distiller Hope on Hopkins with its rebranding – it changed its name to Hope Distillery to reflect its more global focus and signal its expansion into other liquor markets, like vodka and...
KushKush appoints Scout to raise company profile
In October 2019, Scout PR & Social Media was appointed to launch KushKush over a period of three months. This lifestyle cannabis platform for women is the first of its kind in Africa. Its online store showcases premium cannabis-related products and provides women...
The Hussar Grill handpicks Scout for PR partnership
Award-winning grill room The Hussar Grill handpicked Scout PR & Social Media to manage its PR and media relations in October 2018. Scout was fortunate to win this tender after a pitch process against other agencies. The Hussar Grill is one of the oldest and...
Scout PR & Social Media operates remotely during Lockdown
To our valued Clients, Suppliers, Colleagues and Friends Our thoughts are with you, your families and your businesses at this time. As you are by now aware, South Africa is approaching a 21-day Lockdown starting at midnight on 26 March 2020. The President has...
Decorex Africa appoints Scout PR & Social Media
Scout PR & Social Media has officially been appointed to the Decorex Africa account, to promote the 2020 editions of Decorex Durban, Cape Town and Joburg. The renowned series of home, décor and interior design exhibitions is the latest addition to the extensive...
Hear us roar!
We’re thrilled to have been recognized at the AAXO ROAR Awards held on 31 January 2020, with a Distinction in Social Media for 100% Design South Africa. This recent accolade chases our win for Best Social Media in 2017. What a privilege to have worked with Reed...
Win-ter!
Yes, it’s already the 2nd quarter of 2019 and elections are around the corner! Our clients definitely get our vote here at Scout PR & Social Media and we’ve welcomed some wonderful new one-off projects and retainers into the fold. What’s new? We’re thrilled to...
A Busy Women’s Month for Scout
Scout PR & Social Media entered Women’s Month on a high after assisting Marie Claire South Africa with the inaugural Marie Claire Power Summit 2018, progressed by Audi and in association with the Nelson Mandela Foundation. The full-day conference held at The Lyric...
Park Inn By Radisson Cape Town, Newlands And Radisson Blu Le Vendome Appoint Scout PR & Social Media
Cape Town-based Scout PR & Social Media has been appointed as the dedicated PR company for Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town, Newlands and Sea Point’s Radisson Blu Le Vendome, both part of the Radisson Hotel Group. Commencing July 2018, Scout PR & Social Media...
Due to company growth, Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd rebrands to Scout PR & Social Media!
As of May 2018, the agency formerly known as Lauren Shantall Integrated Communications will trade as Scout PR & Social Media (www.scoutpr.co.za). The company has been in existence for close on five years and during this timeframe, it has expanded not only the size...
Sparking creativity at the 2018 Design Indaba Festival
Lauren Shantall Integrated Communications is delighted to announce that it has been appointed to manage the PR for the Design Indaba Festival of Creativity 2018. Held annually, the Design Indaba Festival of Creativity is made of up of the Design Indaba Conference and...
Spier appoints Scout to manage its PR
Iconic Stellenbosch wine estate, Spier, has enlisted Lauren Shantall Integrated Communications to manage PR and media relations across its wine, leisure and hospitality offerings. Says agency Director Lauren Shantall: "Working on Spier, one of the oldest wine farms in...
Scout wins Carrol Boyes pitch
Scout has added a prestigious new brand to its stable of clients within the lifestyle and design industry. After successfully pitching against other agencies, Scout has been enlisted to manage the public relations and corporate LinkedIn presence for celebrated...
Building a future with Building Service Advisor
Scout has been appointed to manage the public relations, Facebook marketing and community management, and Google advertising for Building Service Advisor (BSA), a new online directory and mobile application for building renovations and home improvement. BSA will...
Scout Partners With PMR Hospitality Partners To Announce Its New Partner!
Scout is happy to report its appointment by PMR Hospitality Partners following the latter company’s announcement of a new business partner, former hotel group MD, Graham Wood. Scout will be managing the executive profiling of Wood in the wake of his appointment,...
Guild To Host Second Annual Brave Exhibit And Auction
Across the continent, over 80% of girls enroll in grade one, but by the time they reach university, only 6% are successful in continuing their tertiary education. BRAVE is changing this. BRAVE creates opportunities for girls living in some of the most dangerous...
A social engagement with the Investec Cape Town Art Fair!
After successfully handling the social media for the Cape Town Art Fair (CTAF) 2017, organiser Fiero Milano Exhibitions Africa (FMEA) has reappointed Lauren Shantall Integrated Communications to handle its social media community management and marketing for the 2018...
Rolling out the red carpet for MONN!
Celebrated carpet-maker Pieter Nouwens started MONN in 2012, heralding a new era in quality carpet manufacturing. MONN’s initial offering focused on a collection of expertly crafted Wilton carpets and innovative, long-format MONN Planc carpet tiles. In 2016, the...
Toasting A Year’s Collaboration With Chefs Cape Town
Chefs Cape Town, the concept eatery based in Gardens, has used Scout to manage its media relations since the launch of the restaurant in October 2016. Chefs initially opened at lunchtime only, but due to the restaurant’s success, opening hours were quickly extended to...
Atlantic Beach Estate Finds A Home With Scout PR & Social Media
Situated in Melkbosstrand, Atlantic Beach Estate is one of the most sought after residential estates on the Cape’s West Coast. Forming part of the Blaauwberg Nature Reserve, the estate functions as a natural corridor and wild animals such as buck roam freely through...
Scout takes off with Kat van Duinen
Luxury fashion label Kat van Duinen has enlisted the media relations skills of Scout to work across the Kat van Duinen brand. Since mid-August 2017, Scout has arranged the media launch of the new Kat van Duinen flagship store at the V&A Waterfront’s Silo District,...
Going for brunch with Mulberry & Prince
Scout is happy to announce its second collaboration with Mulberry & Prince Kitchen and Bar. After initially managing the launch of the eatery back in April 2016, the communications agency has been re-appointed to introduce the restaurant’s new brunch menu to the...
Yard work pays off for Scout
The Silo District’s new destination store, The Yard, has appointed Scout to launch this vibrant establishment. The team at Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd will manage traditional PR and media relations. The Yard is named after the dockyards surrounding its location, and is...
Scout links up with The Unlimited
Scout has been tasked with creating content for The Unlimited’s LinkedIn page. The Unlimited is a Durban-based company that offers insurance plans and medical aid. From 2013 to 2015, The Unlimited was named Best Company to Work For in the Financial Services and...
The countdown to the inaugural Africa Architecture Awards begins
Scout is proud to announce that Saint-Gobain, the founder of the Africa Architecture Awards, has appointed the agency to manage the PR and Facebook content creation for the inaugural awards. The Africa Architecture Awards is the first-ever Pan-African awards...
Making bidding history with Ayama
Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd is pleased to announce that it has been appointed by Ayama Wine Farm to assist with an upcoming, historic auction of Ayama’s newly produced Vermentino – the first-ever release of this wine in South Africa. Situated in Paarl and founded in...
Scout gets social with the Good Food & Wine Show
Scout is happy to announce its appointment by Fiero Milano Exhibitions Africa (FMEA) to manage the social media, social media marketing, google analytics and content marketing for the Good Food & Wine Show 2017. The ever-popular Good Food & Wine Show is an...
Scout participates as a Mentor in the Business Acumen for Artists (BAA) course at the UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB)
The Business Acumen for Artists (BAA) short course at the UCT GSB teaches the basics of business so that creative professionals can elevate their art and develop a sustainable business. Any freelance creative who is in the process of establishing a career in the field...
Scout PR & Social Media Awarded as Emerging Entrepreneur!
We are pleased to announce that Lauren Shantall, Director of Scout took the award for the Emerging Entrepreneur category of the Cape Regional Business Achiever Awards (RBAA) 2016! The winners were announced at a gala event held on 28 July 2016 at Kelvin Grove in Cape...
Rock Girl creating a safe space for young women in need
Rock Girl is transforming the lives of young women across the Cape Flats and across South Africa by creating safe spaces where they can become resilient, curious and active citizens. Since 2010, over 400 girls between the ages of 11 and 18 have participated in Rock...
The New Modernist Steps In
Scout was enaged to launch The New Modernist from February through to end April 2016. The New Modernist is a boutique store focusing on restored, collectible furniture pieces that showcase some of the best moments of Modernism.. The store is the brainchild of Emma De...
Finalist in the 2016 Cape Regional Business Achiever Awards!
Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd Integrated Communications is honoured that its Director, Lauren Shantall, was nominated for the Cape Regional Business Achiever Awards 2016 of the Business Women's Association (BWA) of South Africa. We are delighted to announce that Lauren...
Scout Welcomes Visual Creations
Event management and function décor company, Visual Creations, has appointed Scout to assist with its social media. The six-month contract will be effective as of 01 May 2016. Established in 1990 Visual Creations has worked with a range of clients when it comes to...
ScoutTakes on The Trading Company
It is a pleasure to announce that Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd Integrated Communications has added The Trading Company at Spice Route to its client list. The appointment came about in 2015 when Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd provided media-relations for The Trading Company’s...
Looking Dapper!
Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd Integrated Communications was appointed as the communications agency for two trendy Bree Street additions, Dapper Coffee Co. and Club9. Over a period of four months, the company assisted with the successful launch of these unique...
Scout Gets Creative with Lalela
Scout is humbled to announce that the company will be working with the Lalela Project by providing PR services aimed at raising the local profile of the NPO and securing more corporate social investment. These services will be provided at a 50% discounted “low bono”...
Scout and Choppies Team Up
Scout is delighted to announce the addition of Choppies to its roster of clients and will be assisting with an sms marketing campaign focused on the Zambian market. Established in 1993, with the head office situated in Botswana, the Choppies brand has focused...
Scout Selected To Represent New Eatery, Mulberry & Prince
Newly established eatery, Mulberry & Prince Kitchen and Bar, situated in Cape Town’s trendy CBD, is one of the latest additions to the Scout client portfolio. Mulberry & Prince, on the corner of Pepper and Bree Street, is the brainchild of born-and-bred...
Malaville Company Announcement
Scout is pleased to announce the exciting addition of Malaville Toys to its client portfolio and will play an active role in bringing the Malaville brand to life through PR campaigns Malaville was established by the international fashion model, business women and doll...
Crystal Lagoons makes a splash on African shores!
Scout is delighted to announce that it recently won the pitch to represent multinational innovation and technology company, Crystal Lagoons. Scout will facilitate a trans-national PR campaign to launch of Crystal Lagoons on the African continent. With an...
Scout and Formative join forces
Scout is proud to announce the addition of stage and production design agency, Formative, to a growing list of exciting clients. Formative are recognised as industry leaders within the fields of live performance, brand experience, spatial design and corporate events ─...
Scout collaborates with 365Collective
Newly merged, the 365Collective combines the forces of industry specialists Mnemonic, Monzamedia and Scout, to form one the country’s largest digital agencies. With common ground in excellent outcomes, agility and responsiveness the 365Collective successfully services...
Platform Creative Agency
Scout is pleased to be assisting Platform Creative Agency with its facebook presence. Platform Creative Agency offers turnkey solutions that evolve clients in the design, retail, hospitality and exhibition sectors. Moving companies towards commercial success through...
Loads of Living has landed!
Scout is delighted to announce that one of South Africa’s premier lifestyle stores, Loads of Living, has become a client. Renowned for high-quality homeware, Loads of Living has a particular emphasis on luxurious textiles and stocks an enviable array of linens. The...
Scout and 100% Design South Africa
100% Design South Africa is back after making its highly successful debut last year! The 2014 inaugural African edition, held at Johannesburg’s Gallagher Convention Centre, was exceptionally well received by both trade visitors and consumers alike and will again...
Scout set to represent Liam Mooney
Scout is pleased to announce the exciting addition of Liam Mooney to a client portfolio that features some of South Africa’s leading names in design and décor. Offering a broad range of communication strategies, Scout is an integrated communications company based in...
Scout welcomes Construct Plus to its Client Portfolio
Scout is proud to add construction company Construct Plus to an ever-increasing client portfolio that includes some of South Africa’s leading lifestyle, décor and design companies. Construct Plus is an exciting new venture by award-winning interior designers, Aidan...
Coverage for Tribe Coffee
Tribe Coffee is a Cape Town favourite, well known for the top-notch coffee, delicious food and overall atmosphere. Recently, they have gone into partnership with BMW Donford and opened a new venture, Tribe 112. Fusing coffee culture and a "biker chic" aesthetic, this...
Scout and Inhouse Brand Architects set to continue their relationship
Scout is immensely proud to announce that it will continue its longstanding relationship with Inhouse Brand Architects. An integrated communications company based in Cape Town, Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd offers a broad array of communication strategies spanning social,...
Constantia Fabrics in the News
Scout has been able to substantially enlarge media coverage for Constantia Fabrics. A recognized leader in the local fabric design industry, Constantia Fabrics have a broad array of designs that range from classic elegance to that which is more on-trend. Exquisite and...
The Better Living Challenge Press Coverage
There has been much excitement around the Better Living Challenge as well as the innovative and sustainable design solutions that the competition has showcased. The Better Living Challenge has received extensive media coverage with in-depth features in local news...
Florstore OnTrend in the News
Florstore on Trend has recently appeared on the pages of House and Leisure, African Design, Insight Magazine, All4Women and Architect and Builder amongst others. Florstore OnTrend supply and install a wide range of top-quality flooring and home finishes. The décor...
Press Coverage for the PPC Imaginarium
As a team, Scout and the PPC Imaginarium are taking the art and design world by storm. The PPC Imaginarium awards are given out across six distinct disciplines and come with a considerable cash prize. This is an exciting opportunity for emerging creatives and...
Media Coverage for Willowlamp
Since working with Scout, the media coverage for Willowlamp has extended to an international audience. Appearances in darc and Australian magazine, Rala have documented the innovative techniques for which Willowlamp is renowned and serve to reinforce Willowlamp's...
Inhouse Brand Architects in the News
Recent projects done by Inhouse Brand Architects have drawn critical acclaim and been featured in a variety of publications. These include Architect and Builder, Interior Design Magazine, VDR Home Design and Real Estate Magazine. Scout has a long-standing relationship...
Panasonic South Africa in the News
Panasonic have recently relaunched in South Africa. An iconic maker of electrical goods, Panasonic have a well-established international presence and are seeking to strengthen their hold on the South African market. Scout has helped to publicize the...
Press Coverage for “Galia and Martine Collaborate.”
South African artists, Galia Gluckman and Martine Jackson have collaborated on a new range of striking ceramics that fuse organic form with the intricacy of handcrafted detail. Magazines and websites including Condé Nast House & Garden and Design Indaba have given...
C20 Galerie and Posie’s Café News
Media coverage for C20 Galerie and Posie's Café has been on the rise with the help of the integrated communications management team at Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd. C20 Galerie is where you can find rare vintage items for your interior design dreams as well as offering...
Publicity recently garnered for Ergoform
Recently, the publicity for Ergoform has increased significantly with features in numerous print and online publications. These include Real Estate Magazine, VISI and TO BUILD Magazine. Ergoform is an industry leader in furniture innovation with products designed to...
Scout appointed PR and Communications Agency for The Rug Company South Africa
Scout Scout is pleased to be appointed PR and Communications agency for The Rug Company South Africa. Founded in London in 1997 by Christopher and Suzanne Sharp, The Rug Company quickly rose to prominence and is now recognized as a leading name in handmade...
Scout signs NightVision account
Scout is excited to introduce NightVision a new client to its dynamic client portfolio. A pioneer of design and production, NightVision has successfully created durable, aesthetically rich structures that capture brand messaging and essence. Committed to this...
Join us for trendtalk#10: It’s élan (not Milan)
Held in Cape Town during the annual Milan fair period, the next trendtalk www.trendtalk.co.za will serve as a dose of trends inspiration for local creatives and designers and takes place on 17 April 2015 at the Inner City Ideas Cartel Auditorium. An on-the-pulse event...
Scout partners with Martine Jackson and Galia Gluckman on “Martine & Galia Collaborate”
Scout, an integrated communications company, proudly announces its partnership with ceramicist Martine Jackson and fine artist Galia Gluckman. Jackson, who graduated from Michaelis School of Fine Art at the University of Cape Town in 2000, continues the creative...
Scout is proud to be associated with award – winning fine artist Galia Gluckman
Galia Gluckman has appointed Scout for public relations and publicity management. Gluckman is an award-winning artist who produces large-scale, multi-faceted artworks in her medium of choice: pigment ink on cotton paper and collage. Her work reflects varied...
Scout is proud to be part of the Better Living Challenge
The Better Living Challenge is a design competition showcasing green and affordable solutions to improve the homes of people living in low-income communities. Scout was appointed to manage Better Living Challenge’s communications, publicity and public relations, and...
Tribe Coffee Roasting names Scout as its communications brew of choice
New Tribe Coffee Roasting & Tribe Coffee Shop in Buitengracht Street, Cape Town Local coffee trailblazers Jake Easton, Bradley Juter and Kate Nero have appointed Scout as their go-to communications agency for the launch of their new Tribe Coffee Shop at 112...
Jeannette Unite Exhibitions 2015 Publicized by Scout
Scout is proud to be managing the publicity and communications for mining artist Jeannette Unite and the Jeannette Unite Studio. For more than 15 years, Jeannette Unite has travelled to over 25 countries researching the industrial “sublime” and the secret,...
PPC Imaginarium Awards & Exhibition Appoints Communications Agency
Scout is proud to announce its partnership in communications, public relations and publicity with the PPC Imaginarium Awards and Exhibition. PPC Ltd’s Imaginarium Awards is an ambitious art and design awards programme aimed at promoting and supporting emerging...
From the Heart Emporium loves Scout’s social media services
From the Heart Emporium (FTHE) is an online marketplace for handmade products and gifts in South Africa. Creative individuals and companies can sign up on the FTHE website and make their products available for purchase via e-commerce. From the Heart Emporium Online...
After handling public relations, Scout now takes Willowlamp to market too
After having managed public relations and communications for Willowlamp since 2014, Scout has now been appointed to handle all marketing responsibilities for this award-winning South African designer lighting company. The expanded service offering will commence as of...
Ergoform takes a seat with integrated communications agency Scout
Ergoform – a South African designer and producer of a full range of evolutionary office furniture – is the latest addition to the client portfolio of Scout. With showrooms in Cape Town and Johannesburg and fully equipped manufacturing premises in the Western...
Breadtag Light Initiative by Cuppa for Cansa
Scout is a mostly women powered integrated communications agency, representing lifestyle, décor and green clients. Headed up by Lauren Shantall, one of the directors at Rock Girl – a South African charity aimed at encouraging, inspiring and investing in women and...
Indigenus Appoints Cape Town Communications Agency Scout
Scout is proud to add new local furniture brand Indigenus to its stable of clients. Indigenus is a premium range of designer planters brought to life by owner and visionary Peter van der Post and designed by acclaimed South African designers such as Gregor Jenkin,...
Looking Ahead to 2015 with Trendtalk
On the 11th of November 2014 the 9th trendtalk will take place at the Inner City Ideas Cartel Auditorium in Cape Town, hosted by Plascon and Inhouse Brand Architects. Previous trendtalks have given numerous well-known industry professionals in the décor, media, design...
Mammoth Business Intelligence (BI) Names Scout as its Preferred Communications Agency for Business Intelligence and Big Data Conference
Scout is proud to be managing the social media and communications for the two-day Mammoth Business Intelligence Conference held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) on November 17 – 18, 2014. The two-day conference and workshop will house some of...
Florstore OnTrend Appoints Scout
Sea Point Florstore is set to launch their new showroom, Florstore OnTrend, appointing Scout in charge of all communications Successfully established in 1991 by owner Phillip Victor, Sea Point Florstore has maintained a reputation of offering professional,...
Probio Appoints Integrated Communications Agency Scout
Advanced green technology company Probio has appointed integrated communications agency Scout to guide their brand, drive e-commerce and head up public relations. Integrated Communications Agency, Scout, has added Probio – Advanced Probiotic Technology, to its client...