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Kuwait Times
06-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Gulf Bank conducts tenth edition of ‘Ajyal' program for new employees
Program aimed at developing and enhancing employees' skills KUWAIT: As part of its ongoing commitment to growing and nurturing national talent within the banking and financial sectors, Gulf Bank has successfully concluded the 10th edition of its 'Ajyal' program. Spanning several months, the program aimed to develop and enhance employees' skills while supporting their professional and personal growth, preparing each of them to become a 'Holistic Banker.' The closing ceremony featured impressive final project presentations across various fields, including finance, banking operations, data and innovation, marketing, and human resources. Senior Gulf Bank executives attended the event and commended the creativity, professionalism, and dedication demonstrated by the participants. Gulf Bank's senior executives highlighted that the 'Ajyal' program is crucial in enhancing participants' understanding of the banking industry, while fostering a performance-driven culture centered on excellence. By addressing real-world challenges, participants were able to apply their knowledge in practical situations and gain valuable hands-on experience. A graduate presents her graduation project in the presence of senior bank management officials. It is worth mentioning that the selection of participants for the program was based on strict criteria, including interviews and skill assessments. The chosen individuals embarked on a comprehensive educational journey designed to prepare them to become well-rounded banking professionals who support the Bank's long-term growth strategy. During the program, participants undergo a job rotation period aimed at providing them with a broader understanding of the Bank's various departments. They are then asked to express their preferences for transitioning to new roles or returning to their previous positions. This program is one of the initiatives that contribute to the development of employees' skills, which directly enhances the customer experience and elevates the level of service provided. This aligns with the bank's vision of offering exceptional customer service. The HR team is dedicated to identifying talent and nurturing young professionals to enhance various departments with skilled individuals who can help strengthen the bank's position as a leading institution. The Bank places great importance on empowering youth and developing their skills to meet the highest global banking standards, while taking pride in the success stories of the program's graduates over the years. The 'Ajyal' program is an integral part of the bank's ongoing efforts to promote community sustainability by investing in national talent and preparing them for successful careers in the banking sector, thereby supporting the bank's long-term sustainable practices. Gulf Bank aims to be Kuwait's leading bank, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace to deliver exceptional customer service while contributing sustainably to the community. Through its extensive branch network and innovative digital services, the Bank empowers customers to conduct banking transactions conveniently and efficiently, ensuring a seamless experience. In alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035, 'New Kuwait,' and its commitment to fostering collaborative partnerships, Gulf Bank is dedicated to driving robust sustainability initiatives across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) dimensions. The Bank is committed to implementing strategically selected and diverse sustainability programs both internally and externally.
Zawya
05-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Gulf Bank concludes tenth edition of "Ajyal" program after six months of skill development for new employees
As part of its ongoing commitment to growing and nurturing national talent within the banking and financial sectors, Gulf Bank has successfully concluded the 10th edition of its 'Ajyal' program. Spanning several months, the program aimed to develop and enhance employees' skills while supporting their professional and personal growth, preparing each of them to become a 'Holistic Banker.' The closing ceremony featured impressive final project presentations across various fields, including finance, banking operations, data and innovation, marketing, and human resources. Senior Gulf Bank executives attended the event and commended the creativity, professionalism, and dedication demonstrated by the participants. Gulf Bank's senior executives highlighted that the 'Ajyal' program is crucial in enhancing participants' understanding of the banking industry, while fostering a performance-driven culture centered on excellence. By addressing real-world challenges, participants were able to apply their knowledge in practical situations and gain valuable hands-on experience. It is worth mentioning that the selection of participants for the program was based on strict criteria, including interviews and skill assessments. The chosen individuals embarked on a comprehensive educational journey designed to prepare them to become well-rounded banking professionals who support the Bank's long-term growth strategy. During the program, participants undergo a job rotation period aimed at providing them with a broader understanding of the Bank's various departments. They are then asked to express their preferences for transitioning to new roles or returning to their previous positions. This program is one of the initiatives that contribute to the development of employees' skills, which directly enhances the customer experience and elevates the level of service provided. This aligns with the bank's vision of offering exceptional customer service. The HR team is dedicated to identifying talent and nurturing young professionals to enhance various departments with skilled individuals who can help strengthen the bank's position as a leading institution. The Bank places great importance on empowering youth and developing their skills to meet the highest global banking standards, while taking pride in the success stories of the program's graduates over the years. The "Ajyal" program is an integral part of the bank's ongoing efforts to promote community sustainability by investing in national talent and preparing them for successful careers in the banking sector, thereby supporting the bank's long-term sustainable practices. Gulf Bank aims to be Kuwait's leading bank, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace to deliver exceptional customer service while contributing sustainably to the community. Through its extensive branch network and innovative digital services, the Bank empowers customers to conduct banking transactions conveniently and efficiently, ensuring a seamless experience. In alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035, "New Kuwait," and its commitment to fostering collaborative partnerships, Gulf Bank is dedicated to driving robust sustainability initiatives across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) dimensions. The Bank is committed to implementing strategically selected and diverse sustainability programs both internally and externally.
Al Etihad
21-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Sharjah Publishing Sustainability Fund announces participants for 'Scale' track
21 Apr 2025 08:58 SHARJAH (WAM) The Sharjah Publishing Sustainability Fund (Onshur) has announced the participants for its 2025 "Scale" track. Thirteen publishing houses were selected from 62 applicants who met the programme's rigorous criteria, including a proven track record in publishing diverse and culturally impactful works and a clear commitment to expanding their operations through sustainable growth selected publishers will start a four-weeks intensive programme starting in Scale track cohort reflects notable diversity, with women making up 60 percent of participants and men 40 percent. Emiratis form the largest group at 40 percent, followed by 13 percent each from Egypt and Syria. The remaining participants come from Australia at six percent, Eritrea, Jordan, Canada and Lebanon, each representing seven percent of the taking part in the Scale track include: Ajyal, Sidra Publishing and Distribution, Kalaman for Distribution and Publishing, Ghaf Publications, Nabati Publishing, Dar Al Bayan Al Arabi, Dar Al Furat Publishing, Dar Al Fikr Al Jadeed, Shams Publishing, The Dream Work Collective, Shaheen Printing, Publishing and Distribution, Loaloa Publishing and Distribution, and Al Noor upcoming track offers participants an interactive learning journey to equip them with practical tools and effective strategies for scaling up their local and international curriculum covers specialised training sessions focused on business model development, digital marketing strategies, data management, and the use of modern technologies to enhance reader programme also includes networking opportunities with senior international publishers and experts, helping participants strengthen their presence in global markets and build strong publishing brands. The evaluation committee featured a distinguished group of cultural and publishing leaders, including Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority.
Sharjah 24
20-04-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
Onshur picks 13 out of 62 applicants for its 2025 'Scale' track
The selected publishers will start a 4 weeks intensive programme starting in May. The Scale track cohort reflects notable diversity, with women making up 60% of participants and men 40%. 54% are 30–39, 33% are 40–49, and another 13% are 50 or older. Emiratis form the largest group at 40%, followed by 13% each from Egypt and Syria. The remaining participants come from Australia at 6%, Eritrea, Jordan, Canada and Lebanon, each representing 7% of the total. Publishers taking part in the Scale track include: Ajyal, Sidra Publishing and Distribution, Kalaman for Distribution and Publishing, Ghaf Publications, Nabati Publishing, Dar Al Bayan Al Arabi, Dar Al Furat Publishing, Dar Al Fikr Al Jadeed, Shams Publishing, The Dream Work Collective, Shaheen Printing, Publishing and Distribution, Loaloa Publishing and Distribution, and Al Noor Publishing. The upcoming track offers participants an interactive learning journey to equip them with practical tools and effective strategies for scaling up their local and international operations. The curriculum covers specialised training sessions focused on business model development, digital marketing strategies, data management, and the use of modern technologies to enhance reader reach. The programme also includes networking opportunities with senior international publishers and experts, helping participants strengthen their presence in global markets and build strong publishing brands. Evaluation committee The evaluation committee featured a distinguished group of cultural and publishing leaders, including His Excellency Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority; His Excellency Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director of the Emirates Publishers Association; Abdul Razzaq Al Sharif, Director of Business Development at Kalimat Group; Iman Ben Chaibah, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Global Markets at SBA; Tamer Saeed, Director of the Sharjah Literary Agency; Khawla Al Mujaini, Director of Events at SBA; Fadel Hussein Bussaim, Director of the SBA in Sharjah's eastern region; Mariam AlQassab, Director of SBA's CEO Office; and Mansour Al Hassani, Director of Publisher Services at SBA. Advanced tools to understand market trends His Excellency Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA, said: 'His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, firmly believes in the role of knowledge and books in human development and sustainable progress. In line with this vision, Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi emphasises that success in today's rapidly evolving publishing world requires more than good content. Publishers must have advanced tools to understand market trends, effective distribution strategies, and modern marketing techniques. The Scale programme, therefore, is rooted in practical experience and direct engagement with industry experts, ensuring that publishers can achieve sustainable growth and access new markets.' Empowering publishers His Excellency Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director of Emirates Publishers Association stated that the Scale track represents a strategic milestone that enables publishers to turn their aspirations into tangible growth plans and equips them with practical tools to build a thriving future in the publishing industry. He said: 'At the Emirates Publishers Association, we believe that empowering local and Arab publishers through such high-impact initiatives is a direct investment in the future of knowledge and culture in our region. Supporting publishers on their growth journeys not only advances their individual businesses but also contributes to building a competitive publishing ecosystem across the UAE and the Arab world. We remain committed to working with our partners to create sustainable opportunities that open new horizons for publishers—reinforcing the UAE's position as a leading regional and global publishing hub.' Iman Ben Chaibah, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Global Markets at SBA, said: 'The Scale track's training sessions focus on empowering publishers and supporting their growth, through specialised modules on B2B, international translation rights management, financial management, publishing and business model development, effective distribution and inventory management, and leveraging digital publishing technologies. The aim is to familiarise publishers with global best practices, enhancing their readiness to compete in international markets.' Building on the success of the Launch track The Scale track builds on the success of the Launch track, which saw 20 publishers graduate from a pool of 140 candidates. Participants received specialised training and financial grants contributing to tangible business growth within the publishing sector.
See - Sada Elbalad
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Doha Film Institute Chief Reveals Plans to Launch New Film Festival in Qatar, Details to Be Unveiled in Cannes
Yara Sameh Doha Film Institute CEO Fatma Al Remaihi has confirmed plans for a new film festival to be launched in the Qatari capital in November, details of which will be unveiled in Cannes. News that the DFI was planning a new film event surfaced last November during its Ajyal Film Festival dedicated to youth and family-friendly cinema. Al Remaihi mentioned it during Ajyal's opening ceremony, but she has never spoken about it since then. The new DFI event will take place during Ajyal's customary November slot and will be an evolution of Ajyal. November is a busy time on the Arab film festival circuit between Egypt's El Gouna in October, Marrakech in late November, and Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Festival in December. 'We are very excited about the upcoming edition,' Al Remaihi said. 'We will have new programming elements in the festival, both for the industry and the filmmakers, and also for the broader audience,' she added before underlining that further details will be unveiled on the Croisette. Ajyal, which has become a year-round program, will be partly incorporated into the new event. As for what prompted this move, Al Remaihi noted that the DFI is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year and the new film festival is an organic part of the evolution of the organization which runs an important film grants and workshop program that regularly spawns films selected by major festivals and has become a top MENA region film industry driver. Al Remaihi spoke during the DFI's ongoing Qumra event, an incubator and co-production market that helps foster first and second works, mostly by Arab directors, now at its 11th edition, where this year's mentors include Johnnie To, Walter Salles, and Darius Khondji. Qumra was conceived by the DFI following the failure of the Tribeca Doha Film Festival, which ran from 2009 until 2012. The new festival will see the DFI 'evolving into something that's more needed for the industry, especially here in Doha, but also for the wider industry in the MENA region. So we are really excited about this,' she said. 'We are really happy to unveil it because I know that a lot of people are asking questions.' Two questions about the upcoming new DFI festival that have been swirling among attendees during Qumra are whether it will have an industry component and whether Qumra will be incorporated into the new fest. 'We don't have any plans to change anything in Qumra,' she said. 'We think it's important for it to remain the way it is,' she added, further noting that 'everything we do is part of an eco-system and is connected to the DFI,' Al Remaihi pointed out. At the same time, it appears clear that the new DFI event will indeed have a still-unspecified industry aspect. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Arts & Culture Arwa Gouda Gets Married (Photos)
