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Team Hameedia marks post Covid-19 victory with ‘Bounce Back Celebration’
An all pervasive sense of jubilation and celebration prevailed recently at the Hameedia Group’s training room at Borupana in Ratmalana as members of the staff gathered for the “Bounce Back Celebration” to commemorate their victory in overcoming the Covid-19 pandemic.
This was the climax of a journey of perseverance and resilience as the company, along with its staff, celebrated bouncing back higher with renewed energy, higher ambitions and sales performance.
Different members of the management team spoke about how the Hameedia family used the learning learnt from the pandemic and forged ahead to become the first company in Sri Lanka to successfully go beyond drawbacks such as the lockdown of districts, to rise again. The well-attended event was all about energising the staff and to remind them of how the team has come a long way.
CEO Niroshan de Silva spoke of the different kinds of challenges Hameedia encountered during the lockdown period. He said, “We are here to appreciate and celebrate the journey of Hameedia. We have overcome different types of challenges over the years and the Covid-19 pandemic was one of them. With our pro-active team effort we were able to think and go beyond the pandemic. But this is not the end. This is just the beginning of a bright future for Hameedia”.
“In order to work hard, you need a great deal of positive energy to stay motivated and active. Being active and full of energy is, in turn, one of the vital characteristics of a good leader. Each and every one of us should possess leadership skills; which mainly includes high spirits and an abundance of energy. I hope that our team continues to work hard and stay motivated towards achieving all our goals”, he added.
The entire Hameedia team got actively involved in this exercise soon after which the company had a brief on how important it is to work together as a team and have a “Fun at Work” theme. It was revealed that Hameedia, Sri Lanka’s total menswear solution provider, aims to grow bigger and open more branches with time. The company has also planned more projects in the months ahead in different aspects of business and initiatives.
Deputy Managing Director Hussain Sadique said, “I can see that we have grown and achieved the necessary motivation to go even beyond what we have become today. But it is also important to have discipline in terms of work ethics. In order to be a good team with proper organisation, we must allow ourselves to practice discipline and proper time management”.
“We have now reached the point of being patronised by high-end individuals who have become customers of Hameedia. Our mission is to make Hameedia achieve iconic brand status by 2021. This should make all of us proud and happy that we are a part of such an esteemed company. In terms of growth, I believe that we should take the lead in steering towards the digital side of business since this gives us more scope to expand globally. We will continue to be efficient in terms of service, work and quality; and to maintain this, every team member’s cooperation is very vital”, he said in conclusion.
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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