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Softlogic Invest becomes Sri Lanka’s first investment brand to win at the Dragons of Asia Awards 2022.
Softlogic Invest, the Asset Management arm of the Softlogic Group, clinched the prestigious Bronze award at the recently-concluded Dragons of Asia Awards 2022. Held in Malaysia, the awards ceremony bestowed Softlogic Invest with the coveted award for their ‘Born to an Investment’ campaign, making the company the only Investment brand in the whole of the APAC region to walk away with an award.
This accomplishment also makes Sri Lanka’s first youth-focused, 100% end-to-end digital investment brand (in the open-ended unit trust industry) stand out as the country’s first investment brand to receive a global commendation for its efforts in Marketing.
Ranked as one of the world’s 4th leading marketing award, and the number 1 in Asia, the Dragons of Asia sees the participation of some of the biggest global brands from Coca Cola, Procter & Gamble, Unilever, Subway, Pepsi etc to award the best results-driven marketing campaigns by brands across the Asia-Pacific region. Following a stringent evaluation process, all entries from 17 categories undergo four rounds of assessment conducted by four independent panels of judges. Subsequently, the three highest scoring entries from each category are rewarded Gold/Silver/Bronze Dragons, the Best Campaign in each country awarded Blue Dragons and the Best Campaign in Asia the ultimate Red Dragon.
Expressing her joy, Niloo Jayatilaka –Chief Executive Officer at Softlogic Invest, said, “As a young, home-grown company of just two years, this is a remarkable win for us as a company and Sri Lanka as a whole. This is a testament to our brand building strategy which boldly breaks through age-old thinking and processes making it accessible to the youth of Sri Lanka. Taking in learnings from our parent company the Softlogic Group, we are indeed very proud to be able to drive this industry forward by reaching a broader spectrum of investors. I want to also extend my utmost gratitude to our strategic partner, Loops Integrated, for their collective vision and dedication to the brand.
Softlogic Invest, despite being a young 2-year-old brand against all odds went onto win the Bronze award under the Best Brand Trial / Sales Generation Campaign category. Ideated and executed by Loops Integrated, the campaign encapsulates Softlogic Invests primary focus which is to inspire and empower a whole new generation of young investors to kick-start a plan towards realizing their dreams in life.
Commenting on the win was also the Chief Marketing Officer Kavi Rajapaksha “This is the first global metal award received for Softlogic Invest, and we are extremely proud of it. From being a brand launched amidst the height of a pandemic to being able to transform how people invest, we have been challenging the norm and that’s something we will certainly continue to do so as we go along. This is just the start, and we have so much more we can do in the world of investments and so much more we certainly hope to do”
Wasaam Ismail, Chief Executive Officer at Loops Integrated, said, “We are honored to be a part of Softlogic Invest’s marketing journey since its inception, and we are proud to be helping the brand reach its true potential through creative, result-oriented campaigns. Our team finds it gratifying to work with clients like Softlogic Invest, who don’t shy away from bold ideas and are open to co-creating outside their comfort zone. Their unwavering faith makes our partnership a special one and we hope to continue working on unprecedented campaigns in the future.”
Now in its second year of operation, as at 2022 March Softlogic Invest has successfully managed to bring in 26% of all new accounts opened industrywide and is the 2nd highest contributor to the industry’s unitholder growth. Key partnerships with brands like Asiri Hospitals and Dialog Genie have been instrumental in this growth journey.
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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