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Ceylinco General Insurance says ‘Thank You!’ for being selected as ‘People’s General Insurance Brand’ for the 18th consecutive year
Ceylinco General Insurance expresses its heartfelt gratitude to the people of Sri Lanka for being crowned the ‘People’s General Insurance Brand of The Year’ at the 2024 SLIM Kantar People’s Awards for an unprecedented 18th consecutive year! As these awards are based on brands that are close to people’s hearts and reflects their perceptions about brands, the selection process is determined on the results of a survey rather than an application or an evaluation process – which indicates the true opinions of the people of Sri Lanka. The People’s Award is the most coveted award for corporates because it reflects the voice of the people and indicates the brand they love and respect.
Commenting on the achievement, Chairman, Dr. Jagath Alwis said, “We are truly humbled to receive this award for the 18th consecutive year and are deeply grateful to the people who vote for us year after year. During these difficult times, our key priorities were to provide more value and benefits that are relevant to ease the burden on people. Similarly, our unique insurance solutions, customer-centric culture and our unconditional support to people in times of economic hardships are the pillars of our success. Moreover, all ‘Ceylinco VIP On The Spot‘ vehicle insurance policies come with a guaranteed host of unique benefits offered only by Ceylinco VIP.”
Mr. Rex Gunatilake, Director / Chief Executive Officer said, “Winning the ‘People’s General Insurance Brand of The Year’ over and over again demonstrates that Ceylinco General Insurance touches the lives of people across Sri Lanka, earning their trust and loyalty for being a partner that delivers its promises. In January 2024, Ceylinco General Insurance introduced yet another industry first and commenced the delivery of ‘Ceylinco VIP On The Spot’ vehicle insurance policies at customers’ doorsteps within 24 hours of receiving a call, at no extra cost. Similarly, the unprecedented amount of money provided in lieu of claim settlements and benefits reflects the company’s continuing commitment to ensuring timely claim settlements to all customers, as Ceylinco General Insurance has always maintained an undisputed and unsurpassed reputation for speedy settlement of claims, most of them On The Spot.”
The selection process for these awards consists of a nation-wide survey carried out by the Kantar Group, UK, deploying a rigorous data collection and analysis process covering all the provinces with over 6,100 respondents interviewed face-to-face, making it representative, unbiased and relevant. Therefore, the winners of the People’s Awards reflect the true voice of Sri Lankans from across communities, regions and social segments.
Also, in an exclusive survey carried out on service providers by LMD magazine amongst the general public for over a period of 12 weeks in 2023, Ceylinco General Insurance was chosen as the most popular insurer in terms of ‘Service Excellence’ in the general insurance industry.
The U.S. Embassy in Colombo welcomed the U.S. Sports Envoys to Sri Lanka, former National Basketball Association (NBA) and Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) players Stephen Howard and Astou Ndiaye, from June 8 through 14.
The Public Diplomacy section of the U.S. Embassy said that it would launch a weeklong basketball program intended to harness the unifying power of sports, made possible through collaboration with Foundation of Goodness and IImpact Hoop Lab.
While in Sri Lanka, Howard and Ndiaye, both retired professional basketball players, will conduct a weeklong program, Hoops for Hope: Bridging Borders through Basketball. The Sports Envoys will lead basketball clinics and exhibition matches and engage in leadership sessions in Colombo and Southern Province for youth aged 14-18 from Northern, Uva, Eastern and Western Provinces, offering skills and leadership training both on and off the court. The U.S. Envoys will also share their expertise with the Sri Lanka Basketball Federation, national coaches, and players, furthering the development of basketball in the country. Beyond the clinics, they will collaborate with Sri Lankan schoolchildren to take part in a community service project in the Colombo area.
“We are so proud to welcome Stephen and Astou as our Sports Envoys to Sri Lanka, to build on the strong people-to-people connections between the United States and Sri Lanka,” said U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung. “The lessons that will be shared by our Sports Envoys – communication, teamwork, resilience, inclusion, and conflict resolution – are essential for leadership development, community building, equality, and peace. The U.S. Sports Envoy program is a testament to our belief that sports can be a powerful tool in promoting peace and unity.”
SJB Colombo District MP Mujibur Rahuman in parliament demanded to know from the government the reasons for CEB suspending the leave of all its employees until further notice from Thursday.
MP Rahuman said that the CEB has got an acting General Manager anew and the latter yesterday morning issued a circular suspending leave of all CEB employees with immediate effect until further notice.
“We demand that Minister Kanchana Wijesekera should explain this to the House. This circular was issued while this debate on the new Electricity Amendment Bill was pending. There are many who oppose this Bill. The Minister must tell parliament the reason for the urge to cancel the leave of CEB employees,” the MP said.However, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena prevented Minister Wijesekera responding to the query and said that the matter raised by MP Rahuman was not relevant.
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) successfully concluded the 8th Annual CIPM Symposium, which took place on 31st May 2024. Themed “Nurturing the Human Element—Redefining HRM in a Rapidly Changing World,” the symposium underscored the pivotal role of human resource management (HRM) in today’s dynamic global landscape. Since its inception in 1959, CIPM has been dedicated to advancing the HR profession through education, professional development, and advocacy, solidifying its position as Sri Lanka’s leading professional body for HRM.
Ken Vijayakumar, the President of the CIPM, graced the occasion as the chief guest. The symposium commenced with the welcome address by the Chairperson, Prof. Arosha Adikaram, followed by the Web Launch of the Symposium Proceedings and Abstract Book by the CIPM President. The event featured distinguished addresses, including a speech by Chief Guest Ken Vijayakumar, President of CIPM, and an address by Guest of Honor Shakthi Ranatunga, Chief Operating Officer of MAS Holdings Pvt. Ltd., Sri Lanka.
The symposium also featured an inspiring keynote address by Prof. Mario Fernando, Professor of Management and Director of the Centre for Cross Cultural Management (CCCM) at the University of Wollongong, Australia.
Vote of Thanks of the inauguration session was delivered by Dr. Dillanjani Weeratunga, Symposium Co-chair.
The symposium served as a comprehensive platform for researchers to present their findings across a wide range of critical topics in HRM. These included Cultural Diversity and Inclusion, Talent Development and Retention, Ethical Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility, Adapting to Technological Advancements, Mental Health and Well-being at Work, Global Workforce Challenges, Employee Empowerment, and Reskilling and Upskilling.
The plenary session was led by Prof. Wasantha Rajapakse. Certificates were awarded to the best paper presenters during the valedictory session, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Kamani Perera, Manager of Research and Development.
The annual symposium of CIPM was a truly inclusive event, attracting a diverse audience that spanned undergraduates, graduates, working professionals, research scholars and lecturers. This widespread interest highlights the symposium’s significance in the field of HRM, offering a unique opportunity for everyone to network and learn from scholarly brains.The CIPM International Research Symposium was sponsored by Hambantota International Port, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), E B Creasy & Co. PLC, and Print Xcel Company.
US sports envoys to Lanka to champion youth development
Rahuman questions sudden cancellation of leave of CEB employees
