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Oct22024 by No Comments

Nabil Mustafizur Rahman joins United Commercial Bank PLC as Additional Managing Director

Prominent Nabil Mustafizur Rahman recently joined United Commercial Bank Limited (UCB) as Additional Managing Director (AMD). Prior to his new assignment, he was the Country Chief Risk Officer of Habib Bank Limited Bangladesh. Earlier, he joined United Commercial Bank PLC as Deputy Managing Director in 2018. Eventually, he was elevated to the position of Additional Managing Director in 2020 with responsibilities for Risk Management, Islamic Banking, and Transaction Banking. He was with BRAC Bank PLC as the Deputy Managing Director and Chief Risk Officer as well. Mr Nabil is a seasoned leader in Credit Risk Management of Corporate, Retail, and SME Banking with more than 31 years of experience in both foreign and local banks and financial institutions. He has experience on large and...

Oct12024 by No Comments

Starcom Bangladesh Signs Agreement with Grameen Healthcare

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Starcom Bangladesh enters into an agreement with Grameen Healthcare Digital Solutions for managing 360-degree marketing services. Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions is a social business focused on improving healthcare in Bangladesh for low-income and underprivileged people. Starcom Bangladesh ranks as one of the top marketing agencies in the country. The primary goal is to boost awareness and visibility of Grameen Digital Healthcare's initiatives, particularly its efforts to improve healthcare for underserved communities. By working together, both organizations aim to broaden Grameen’s Healthcare reach and strengthen its impact on the healthcare sector in Bangladesh. Among those present at the official signing were Dr. Ahmed Armaan Siddiqui, CEO of Grameen Digital Healthcare Sol...

Oct12024 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Mohammad Mamdudur Rashid Appointed as Managing Director & CEO of UCB

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ohammad Mamdudur Rashid has recently been appointed as the Managing Director & CEO of United Commercial Bank PLC. Mamdud brings three decades of experience in the financial services sector, having most recently served as Managing Director & CEO of NCC Bank PLC, where he played a pivotal role in driving the bank's growth, expanding its foreign trade portfolio, and enhancing its reputation in the banking industry. Under his leadership, NCC Bank achieved several milestones, including recognition as the Best Primary Dealer by Bangladesh Bank and being awarded as the Fastest Growing Brand in 2023 by Global Brand Magazine. His strategic direction also led to the successful introduction of Islamic Banking. Mamdud's distinguished banking career began in 1995 with Citibank-Bangladesh and s...

Oct12024 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Singer Bangladesh Unveils ‘Singer Bangladesh Transformation Journey’

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Singer Bangladesh Ltd., a subsidiary of Arçelik, the flagship company of Türkiye’s Koç Group, proudly announces the launch of its ‘Singer Bangladesh Transformation Journey’ campaign. This innovative initiative highlights the brand’s commitment to growth and excellence through implementing three key pillars of business transformation. Singer Bangladesh’s transformation journey is endorsed by Burak Özçivit which not only reflects the brand’s growth but also its vision to create a sustainable, customer-centric future. The campaign is strategically fronted by Turkish superstar Burak Özçivit, the brand ambassador for Singer Beko, generating significant organic traction on social media. This communication strategy underscores Singer Bangladesh’s focus on enhancing the consumer experience while ...

Sep302024 by No Comments

BYD launches two variants of new green vehicle ATTO 3

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Two variants of electric-SUV styled ATTO 3 that emit no carbon, have been introduced to the Bangladesh market. BYD, a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, launched the ATTO 3 line-up through a virtual event on Saturday. ATTO 3 is the latest new energy vehicle which delivers a sporty and aerodynamic design and brings comfort and luxury to the users. BYD officials said the line-up has already garnered a huge response from SUV fans in Bangladesh during the pre-booking. BYD ATTO 3 comes in two variants – standard range and extended range. The launch of ATTO 3 was held along with a video series featuring Avik Anwar, a sportsman who participates in motor race. Both the BYD variants provide an engaging driving experience with user-friendly functions and playful interiors. “The e-SUV...

Sep292024 by No Comments

Grameenphone Contributes Tk 24.44 Crore to Bangladesh Labour Welfare Fund

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Grameenphone, the leading telecom operator in Bangladesh, has reaffirmed its commitment to worker welfare and responsible corporate practices by contributing Tk 24.44 crore to the Bangladesh Labour Welfare Foundation Fund. This contribution represents 10% of the company's Workers Profit Participation Fund (WPPF) for 2023. A delegation, led by Sayeda Tahya Hossain, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of Grameenphone, handed over the cheque to the Honorable Adviser for the Ministry of Labour and Employment Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan during a ceremony at the ministry's conference room in Dhaka today (29 Sep). A.H.M. Shafiquzzaman, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and Employment, along with key representatives from Grameenphone, including, Mohammad Aulad Hossain, Head of Industrial Relati...

Sep292024 by No Comments

LankaBangla Finance PLC. launches Co-Branded Titanium Credit Card for STS Group

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LankaBangla Finance PLC and STS Capital Ltd. (STS Group), in partnership with Mastercard, recently launched a co-branded credit card offering exclusive benefits for STS Group’s employees, teachers, and parents of students under the STS education umbrella, including Universal College Bangladesh (UCB), International School Dhaka (ISD), Glenrich International School and STS Group as well. The card unveiling and an agreement signing ceremony took place at the Universal College Bangladesh (UCB) Campus in Gulshan, Dhaka; one of the concerns of the STS group. The co-branded titanium credit card enables parents involved with the STS education umbrella to pay tuition fees and convert to EMI’s with competitive interest rates. It also comes with exclusive financial benefits including a two-year annu...

Sep272024 by No Comments

UCB to provide payroll banking solutions to Paramount Group

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Country's leading private bank United Commercial Bank (UCB) PLC has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Paramount Group as part of its continuous commitment to product innovation. The MoU signing ceremony was held at the head office of UCB. In the presence of Mr. Sharif Zahir, The Honourable Chairman of UCB, Mr. Syed Faridul Islam, Managing Director & CEO (Acting) of UCB and Shakhawat Hossain, The Chairman of Paramount Group signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organization. Mohammad Jahidul Abedin, CFO, Paramount Group; Shah Aziz, General Manager, Paramount Group; Abul Alam Ferdous, Additional Managing Director, UCB; ATM Tahmiduzzaman, Additional Managing Director, UCB, along with other senior officials of both the organizations were also present a...

Sep262024 by No Comments

Guardian Life announce a strategic collaboration with Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions

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Recently, Guardian Life Insurance Ltd and Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions have announced a strategic partnership to offer enhanced insurance coverage aimed at making healthcare more affordable and accessible to individuals across Bangladesh. By combining the medical services expertise of Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions with the robust insurance coverage provided by Guardian Life, the partnership seeks to deliver comprehensive healthcare solutions to the larger population. The signing ceremony was attended by high officials from both Guardian Life Insurance Ltd and Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions. Representing Guardian Life were Sheikh Rakibul Karim, FCA, CEO; Fasihul Mostofa, Head of Digital Channel & ADC; Md. Tanim Bulbul, AVP, Digital Channel & ADC; Al Amin, Assis...

Sep252024 by No Comments

Exclusive Discounts Await Banglalink Orange Club Members on Pathao

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Banglalink, the country’s innovative digital operator, has partnered with Pathao to offer special discounts to its Orange Club members. Orange Club is a loyalty program by Banglalink that rewards its loyal customers with exclusive deals from leading brands. Banglalink Orange Club members can now enjoy a 10% discount on bike rides, car rides, and food orders with Pathao. Customers can directly avail themselves of the discounts from the Pathao app. Rafiq Ahmed, Director of Customer Value Management at Banglalink, and Abrar Hasnain, Vice President of Marketing at Pathao, recently signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations at an agreement signing ceremony recently held at the Banglalink corporate office. Rafiq Ahmed, Customer Value Management Director at Banglali...