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FGB’s SME business solutions recognised at Enterprise Agility Awards
FGB receives Enterprise Agility Award within the SME Banking Sector category
Dubai, 9 November, 2014: FGB, one of the leading banks in the UAE, has been honoured in the SME
Banking Sector category of the inaugural Enterprise Agility Awards, which were recently held at the
Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai.
The awards, which were presented by Du and organised by Entrepreneur MENA, a division of BNC
Publishing, celebrate enterprise leaders and individuals who have distinguished themselves by
demonstrating innovation and outstanding business conduct. With this award-win, FGB has been
recognised as an industry innovator, which has made a significant contribution to the Middle East business
arena, and helped to set benchmarks for corporations operating in the Middle East.
The award also highlights the important role that FGB’s business solutions division is playing in driving
SME development and entrepreneurship across the UAE, offering a range of innovative products and
services that meet the needs of small businesses and enable them to grow.
Hana Al Rostamani, Head of the Consumer Banking Group at FGB, said: “SMEs account for 60% of the
UAE’s non-oil GDP and play an essential role in the sustainable growth of the country’s economy. In line
with the government’s efforts to support SMEs and help them to overcome the obstacles they face, FGB is
committed to driving enterprise development, providing unique solutions that allow them to operate
efficiently and succeed. This award is testament to the ongoing success of our strategy to “Be First” for
customers and provide valuable support to the community.”
Sai Aroor, Head of Small Business Solutions at FGB, added: “This recognition reflects our efforts to
consistently develop and offer leading products and services that specifically cater to the requirements of
small business enterprises. The award highlights our leading position in this industry segment, as well as
our understanding of the market and ability to help customers get the most from their businesses.”
Mr. Wissam Younane, Director of BNC Publishing, added: “It’s with great pleasure that we single out the
most industrious achievers across so many different sectors. Entrepreneur MENA is committed to
highlighting industry best practices as part of our editorial direction, and that of our larger goal at BNC
Publishing. On a personal note, as an entrepreneur, sharing the company of the Middle East’s most
respected figures of enterprise is an inspiring and educational experience.”
The news follows several award-wins for FGB throughout the year. FGB was named “Best Bank in the
UAE” and “Best Wealth Management Firm” at the 2014 Banker Middle East Industry Awards, and
recognised as an “Employer of Choice” at the GCC Best Employer Brand Awards 2014. Furthermore,
Forbes Middle East magazine placed FGB in 8th position on its 2014 ‘Top 500 companies in the Arab
World’ list.
-EndsAbout FGB
As a major leading bank in the UAE, FGB had Shareholder Equity of AED 32.4 billion as of September 30th, 2014
making it one of the largest equity based banks in the UAE. Established in 1979 and headquartered in Abu Dhabi,
UAE, the bank offers a full range of financial services to business and consumer sectors throughout an extensive
network of branches across the UAE. Internationally, FGB has branches in Singapore and Qatar, representative offices
in India, Hong Kong, Seoul and London and a subsidiary in Libya.
Today, FGB is recognised as a world-class organisation committed to maximising value for shareholders, customers
and employees as it focuses on delivering banking products and services that meet client needs and support the UAE’s
dynamic economy. In line with its commitment to excellence the bank continues to invest significantly in people and
technology to provide superior service standards. FGB was named the ‘Best Bank in the United Arab Emirates’ and
‘Best Wealth Management Firm’ at the Banker Middle East Industry Awards 2014. It was also ranked as the 8th most
powerful company in the Arab World in Forbes’ ‘Top 500 companies in the Arab World’ list. FGB was also recently
recognised as an “Employer of Choice” at the GCC Best Employer Brand Awards 2014.
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