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Seylan Bank sweeps top honours at NSA Awards 2023
Seylan Bank is thrilled to announce the success of its team at the recently concluded National Sales Congress Awards (NSA) 2023, organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM). The bank’s commitment to fostering a culture of sales excellence has once again propelled Seylan Bank to the forefront, making it the highest awarded bank at this prestigious event.
In a showcase of dedication and outstanding performance, seven Seylan Bank team members clinched top honours at the NSA 2023. Their remarkable contributions not only underscore the individual brilliance of each award recipient but also reflect the collective strength of Seylan Bank’s sales team, solidifying the bank’s position as an industry leader.
Among the standout achievers this year are Dhanushka Gunasena, who secured the Bronze award in the Frontline category, and Lochana Ekanayake, attaining the Silver award in the Sales Supervisor category. Additionally, Mohammed Mafaz earned the Bronze award in the Sales Executive category, while Mr. Shiran Perera and Judy Rodrigo achieved Silver awards in the Territory Manager and Other Sales Support – Manager categories, respectively. Ms. Kamalene Mills received a Merit in the Other Sales Support – Non-Executive category, and Chinthaka Fernando was honoured with the Bronze award in the National Sales Manager category.
This year’s recognition of Seylan Bank as the highest awarded bank at the NSA underscores the institution’s dedication to cultivating a challenger mindset and driving continuous success in the dynamic sales arena. Ramesh Jayasekara, CEO at Seylan Bank, expressed immense pride in the team’s accomplishments, stating, “Seylan Bank’s success at the NSA 2023 reaffirms our commitment to excellence and innovation in the sales arena. We are proud of our team’s achievements, and this recognition reflects the dedication and passion that drive Seylan Bank to be a benchmark in the industry.”
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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