Al Baraka honours staff at annual gathering

Al Baraka Islamic Bank, the leading Islamic bank in the Kingdom of Bahrain, recently hosted its annual staff gathering at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Manama.
The event featured a lunch in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, attended by members of the Bank's executive management, department managers, and numerous employees from across all divisions. The gathering celebrated the Bank's notable achievements over the past year and recognised the exceptional performance of employees for their effective role in these successes by enhancing customer communication and delivering innovative services.
Long-serving employees were honoured, and the Bank's strategic plans for the upcoming period were discussed, focusing on sustainable growth and continuous innovation in customer services.
The gathering included an awards ceremony as well as interactive sessions designed to foster communication among employees and teams, encouraging the exchange of experiences and ideas that align with the Bank's vision. These meetings also provide a platform for employees to voice their opinions, discuss development and training topics, and share expertise.
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On this occasion, the Bank's Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Adel Abdullah Salem, remarked, 'Al Baraka Islamic Bank has always hosted this annual meeting to acknowledge and appreciate the hard work and dedication of its employees, which have driven the Bank's growth and remarkable achievements. We are confident that their continued contributions will support our goal of advancing innovation and development across all banking services, solidifying our position as one of the foremost Islamic banks in the region.'
Employees at the gathering expressed their appreciation to the executive management for their ongoing commitment to organising such a meaningful event.

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