Pan Asia Bank recognises top performers at its 2022 Retail Awards

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Outstanding performers from amongst its industry-best employee base shone under the spotlight of Pan Asia Bank’s Annual Retail Awards held on 29 April 2023 at Courtyard by Marriott Colombo.

The high performers received rewards and recognition for their contribution in making the 2022 financial year a success for the bank amidst the challenging macroeconomic outset. The occasion was marked by a strong sense of unity and pride in belonging to an organisation that consistently fulfils the aspirations of its customers while supporting the prosperity of the nation.

An eagerly awaited event in the bank’s corporate calendar, the Annual Retail Awards was graced by the Pan Asia Bank Chairman, Deputy Chairman and CEO along with the corporate management, branch managers and staff. Key awards were bestowed on the following winners: Best Business Unit of the Year was won by the Pawning Division; Best Area Award was bagged by the Colombo Outer Area; and the coveted Best Branch of the Year Award was won by the Borella branch followed by Dam Street and Jaffna branches as first and second runners up respectively.

Director/CEO Naleen Edirisinghe said: “I am delighted to have the outstanding performers for 2022 rewarded on this major platform of the Retail Awards because it is an affirmation of their exceptional effort and skill in their respective fields. In 2022, Pan Asia Bank posted a positive performance amidst a multitude of adversities emerging from challenging macroeconomic conditions. The task was not easy, but the entire team came together as one to ensure the growth of the bank. Congratulations to all the winners – you have made us proud today.”

Apart from ensuring financial stability and prudency, Pan Asia Bank also secured several key awards during the year: Runner-up Award – Banking sector and Merit Award – Corporate Governance category at the annual National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA), organised by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka; selected by LMD as one of the top 15 ‘Most Awarded Entities’ and top ‘Most Respected Entities’ along with many other accolades and recognitions; and being ranked amongst Business Today’s Top 40 business organisations for 2021-2022.