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BBAC supports 100 students with Language Enhancement Program
BBAC supports 100 students with Language Enhancement Program

In line with its ongoing care and support for the youth to help them build a promising future in Lebanon, BBAC has participated in the Social Work League project aiming at providing public school students in several Lebanese regions with English courses, as part of the education and language strengthening program, to get them ready for university, armed with strong language and culture.

The certificate award ceremony that was held at the Druze Community House in Verdun, saw 100 students from several schools in the Shouf, Rachaya, Mount Lebanon, and the Higher Metn successfully graduate the program. Mr. Nadim Hemadeh, AGM for Banking at BBAC, who was present at the ceremony, congratulated the students on their efforts and affirmed the bank’s support for their ambitions: "Whoever starts from the right place and takes education seriously, shall receive all support from our side, for we are ‘Your Caring Bank’”, said Mr. Hemadeh. “We have always believed in the role of NGO’s and associations in driving change in our communities and have always coordinated with them on a regular basis”, he added.

It is worth noting that the Social Work League is working hard to promote education and culture, and that BBAC is accompanying it on this journey. In addition to the bank's support for all educational initiatives, including this session and the previous one, the bank signed, in 2011, a cooperation protocol with the League to provide interest-free educational loans to 100 students.

The ceremony was attended by a large number of the region’s personalities and public figures, notably the pioneers of this initiative and officials of the Social Work League.
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BBAC awarded “Best Bank for Banking Services Quality”
BBAC awarded “Best Bank for Banking Services Quality”

BBAC has once again established its excellence in the banking field and in the services it provides to its customers. The Bank was awarded the "Best Bank for Banking Services Quality" by the ‘World Union of Arab Bankers’ at the 2019 Arab Banks Awards and Commendations of Excellence 5th annual ceremony. The event was held at Beirut Waterfront Center and attended by senior bankers and VIPs from international and regional institutions.

The award was granted to BBAC's Chairman and General Manager, Sheikh Ghassan Assaf, who expressed his gratitude to the World Union of Arab Bankers for their appreciation of the bank's efforts to elevate the quality of banking services to a higher level. “BBAC receiving this award is a sign of our customers' trust in us as we always strive to enhance our products and services to meet the needs of our customers and to strengthen our relationships with them. What differentiates us at BBAC is our dedication to care that motivates us to grow and inspires us every day to give our utmost as a bank to our customers as well as community”, Sheikh Assaf commented.

This is not the first time that BBAC receives an award from ‘World Union of Arab Bankers’. In 2016, it won the “Best Customer Service Bank” award in addition to "Best Brand Identity and Slogan” award in 2018.

It is worth mentioning that the awards of excellence and achievement of banking are granted annually according to the criteria and requirements determined by the ‘World Union of Arab Bankers’, a banking group consisting of 600 members spread around the Arab world and some other foreign countries. World Union of Arab Bankers also publishes a specialized magazine in Banking and Finance called “Executive Magazine” that hosts ceremonies awarding for the achievements of Arab banks.
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BBAC Celebrates Its New Branch in Kousba
BBAC Celebrates Its New Branch in Kousba

BBAC celebrated the opening of its new branch in Kousba, district of Koura in the North Governorate in the presence of the Chairman and General Manager, Sheikh Ghassan Assaf as well as a host of customers and prominent political, social and media figures.

The new branch is strategically located on the Kousba main road. It is also equipped with the latest technological innovations that will offer both individuals and companies a modern banking experience catered by a highly professional team of bankers.

On the occasion, Sheikh Ghassan Assaf said: "We are proud to open our new branch in Kousba, the commercial center of the Koura district, where development, prosperity and progress have witnessed a major rise. We have dedicated the space, team and support needed to make this launch a speedy and successful one.” He also added that the Kousba branch will be of great importance not only through the services, modern technologies and high efficiency it will offer, but also through several sustainable development and social initiatives that will be implemented as well as the bank’s solid relationship with customers and residents of the region.

With the opening of the Kousba branch, BBAC has now 41 branches in Lebanon as well as 4 branches and representative offices abroad. BBAC is determined to continue developing and expanding its network of branches both locally and regionally. It is committed to caring for its customers and providing them with the best banking services and products wherever they are, under its slogan: “Your Caring Bank”.
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BBAC supports the ‘Founder’s Journey’ of the Arabnet Beirut for the 2nd consecutive year
BBAC supports the ‘Founder’s Journey’ of the Arabnet Beirut for the 2nd consecutive year

BBAC sponsored, for the 2nd consecutive year, the ‘Founder’s Journey’ initiative of Arabnet Beirut; in its 10th edition, this event is considered as the most influential digital conference in the MENA region.

Dedicated to up and coming entrepreneurs, innovators and startups, the ‘Founders’ Journey’ initiative aims at helping them learn from successful entrepreneurs and industry professionals who shared their inspirational journey and tips on how to overcome obstacles and build a successful business model. Cognizant of the importance and impact of new technologies and digitalization, BBAC will continue to support digital innovation and entrepreneurship as key drivers for Lebanon’s future economic development.

The conference was held on June 12 & 13 at the seaside arena under the High Patronage of His Excellency The President of the Republic of Lebanon General Michel Aoun and in collaboration with the Lebanese Central Bank. It witnessed over 4,000 attendees, in addition to speakers, exhibitors, startups and investors who gathered to discuss the latest trends shaping the digital sector, as well as opportunities for companies working in that sector.
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BBAC Champion of the BDL Banks Mini Football 2019 for the 3rd Consecutive Year
BBAC Champion of the BDL Banks Mini Football 2019 for the 3rd Consecutive Year

BBAC won, for the third consecutive year, the BDL Banks Mini Football Championship organized by Sports Mania and held under the patronage of Mr. Riad Salameh, Governor of Lebanon's Central Bank.

The crowds cheered as BBAC team won over Audi Bank team (4-1) in the final match that took place on Wednesday May 22nd, at Sports Avenue in Hazmieh.
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BBAC Supports Al Jabal Marathon for the 9th Consecutive Year
BBAC Supports Al Jabal Marathon for the 9th Consecutive Year

For the ninth consecutive year, BBAC supports Al Jabal Marathon as main sponsor. The event held on May 05, 2019 was organized by the Lebanese Youth Association as well as the Martial Arts Academy. The marathon started from Bater and ended in Jezzine, under the slogan ‘Our Unity Protects Our Environment’. The sponsorship of BBAC for this marathon comes in the framework of supporting the youth as well as sporting events, as part of BBAC’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility, not only in the Chouf area, but in all Lebanese regions.

"Starting from our slogan, ‘Your Caring Bank’, which also includes our support for the youth, we have decided to participate in this major sporting event, for the ninth year in a row, which is themed around the unity of the Lebanese in general and notably of the youth; with such unity ultimately preserving the environment. We at BBAC seek to support the aspirations of our youth in all types of events, for the biggest investment we can ever make is in the generations of the future”, commented Mr. Nadim Hamadeh, Assistant General Manager for Banking at BBAC.

This marathon witnessed a great participation by different age groups who came from all over Lebanon to gather and participate in an exciting and positive ambiance. The race ended with a big ceremony, where the winners were awarded prizes at the finish line, in the presence of a number of personalities and mayors, as well as BBAC managers and employees who participated in the marathon.