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HNB Assurance celebrates record-breaking 203 MDRT Qualifiers, including 20 COTs and 05 TOTs
The HNB Assurance last week announced a record-breaking 203 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) qualifiers, during the year 2023. Amongst them were, 20 sales officers who earned the status of Court of the Table (COT), while another five achieved the highly prestigious Top of the Table (TOT) status.
MDRT, the Premier Association of Financial Professionals, which was formed in 1927 is an independent association with a global count of over 72,000 professionals affiliated to insurance and financial services in over 500 companies. Crossing the 200 MDRT qualifier mark for the first time in the company’s history, HNB Assurance has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and this achievement is a testament to the company’s vision of maintaining exceptional customer service and expertise.
CEO of HNB Assurance, Lasitha Wimalaratne, said: “We are immensely proud of our 203 MDRT qualifiers, including 20 individuals reaching the Court of the Table and 5 achieving Top of the Table status. This remarkable accomplishment reflects the dedication and professionalism of our team. At HNB Assurance, we are committed to excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring that our clients receive the highest level of service and expertise. In addition to this latest achievement, we were also recognized as one of the MDRT Top 100 Global Companies last year. An accolade which further underscores our commitment to maintaining global standards within the insurance industry. My congratulations to the Distribution Management, Partnership Channel and the Sales Training and Development team for meticulously crafting a comprehensive strategy that paved the way for this remarkable achievement.”
Shiran Fernando, Head of Sales Training and Development, said, “As a company we believe in investing in our team to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic field of insurance. This achievement of 203 MDRT qualifiers, showcases the high standards we set for ourselves and the exceptional capabilities of our team. While we remain focused on providing innovative insurance solutions and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism in the industry, I must admit that this is a result of our collective efforts where both the Advisor Distribution Channel and the Partnerships channel worked closed with the T&D teams to ensure we were strategically aligned and well-equipped to achieve such a significant milestone.”
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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