NDB in 2024 has seen significant excellence in Islamic banking as it reaches a decade of operating within the Islamic banking space, along with having clinched multiple awards in the recently held SLIBFI (Sri Lankan Islamic banking and finance industry) Awards 2024.
This year stands out from the rest; while having been awarded in the past, this year, NDB Bank—Shareek bagged an impressive 6 awards that signifies its unwavering commitment to innovation, ethical practices, and the dedication of staff towards uplifting the industry, the bank said in a media release.
The accolades bestowed upon NDB Bank in the sphere of Islamic banking for the year 2024 stand as a testament to its unparalleled expertise, strategic foresight, and unwavering pursuit of excellence. These accolades not only reflect the vision of IBU at NDB Bank, but also further foster growth in overall objectives, thereby reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for customers seeking Sharia-compliant financial solutions that are both innovative and sustainable.
The 6 accolades consist of 3 unit awards, namely Deal of the Year – Gold, Islamic Finance Window Unit of the Year - Silver, and SDG Client of IB – Silver. Furthermore, Bilal Rafeek and Fahmi Rahim grabbed the Gold and Silver awards for Rising Personality of the Year – Male that were on offer, along with Misna Mizra completing the list with a Merit for Rising Personality of the Year – Female, which signifies a rounded representation of the awards.
Furthermore, these achievements would not be possible without the support of key functions within the organisation, such as Wholesale Banking, Business Banking, and Retail Banking, along with other support functions, and the dedicated staff members at IB Operations spearheaded by the leadership and guidance of Bahar Nayan, Head of Islamic Banking at NDB, who form the backbone of the unit, synergising diverse talents, expertise, and perspectives to deliver unparalleled value to its customers.
Additionally, key contributors to this success include Indika Ranaweera, Carmalie Virangika, and Himansu Wickramasinghe from Business Banking, whose steadfast support was instrumental in winning the coveted Deal of the Year – Gold award.
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