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BisB hosts Sustainability Strategy Al Baraka Islamic Bank appoints Yasser
workshop to drive ESG integration
Al Saad as Chief Treasury and Investment





TDT | Manama

l Baraka Islamic Bank, the
Aleading Islamic bank in Al Saad brings a
the Kingdom of Bahrain, an - proven track record
nounced the appointment of of achievements
Yasser Mohamed Al Saad as and experience that
Chief Treasury and Invest - will enable him to
ment. This move aligns with effectively lead
the bank’s ongoing strategy to the treasury and
enhance its leadership by lever-
aging national talent and build- investment division. We
ing a distinguished management wish him every success
team that will drive the bank’s in supporting bank’s
growth and prosperity. growth and prosperity
Before joining Al Baraka Is- Dr Adel Salem Yasser Mohamed Al Saad
lamic Bank, Al Saad served as DR ADEL SALEM
the Treasurer at the Bank of ficer of Al Baraka Islamic Bank, ored to be part of a distinguished our objectives while continu-
Bahrain and Kuwait (Kuwait) remarked, “We are thrilled to management team that is com- ing on our path of growth and
for nearly over 8 years during welcome Yasser Mohamed Al mitted to the ongoing devel - progress.”
which he managed the treas- Saad to our senior executive opment and growth of Al Bar- Yasser Mohamed Al Saad
TDT | Manama ury and investment portfolio management team as our Chief aka Islamic Bank. I extend my holds a Master’s degree in
across GCC and global markets. Treasury and Investment. Al heartfelt thanks to the Bank’s Business Administration (MBA)
ahrain Islamic Bank He also held the position of Saad brings a proven track re- Board of Directors and the Chief from the New York Institute of
B(BisB), the leading provid- Acting Chief Executive of the cord of achievements and ex- Executive Officer for entrusting Technology and a Bachelor’s
er of innovative Islamic finan- same bank from October 2021 perience that will enable him to me with this role.” He added, “I degree in Business Administra-
cial solutions for simplifying to August 2023. Additionally, effectively lead the treasury and look forward to collaborating tion from the University of Bah-
money matters in the Kingdom he previously held the position investment division. We wish with the Treasury and Invest- rain. His extensive expertise in-
of Bahrain, recently hosted a of Head of Treasury at United him every success in supporting ment team to strengthen Al Bar- cludes formulating investment
workshop about The Sustain- Gulf Bank (Bahrain). bank’s growth and prosperity.” aka Islamic Bank’s position as a strategies and managing cash
ability Strategy. The workshop Ameer Dairi Upon this announcement, Dr In response, Yasser Mohamed leading financial institution in and investment portfolios in
convened industry experts Adel Salem, Chief Executive Of- Al Saad expressed, “I am hon- Islamic banking and to achieve banking.
from the Supreme Council of digital platforms to expand its
Environment (SCE), KPMG, sustainability footprint.
and Visa International to ex- Ameer Dairi, Chief Financial
plore environmentally friendly & Strategy Officer of BisB said,:
practices, ESG integration, and “Sustainability is the founda-
the role of digital solutions in tion of a resilient financial sec-
advancing sustainability ob- tor of today. We recognise that
jectives. integrating ESG principles into
The workshop featured in- our business strategy is central
depth discussions on Bahrain’s to our long-term growth and
environmental landscape and positive impact. This work-
emerging ESG trends. Experts shop provided a vital platform
delivered insightful presenta- for collaboration where indus-
tions on sustainable business try leaders came together to
processes, regulatory devel- exchange their insights on in-
opments, and innovative ap- novations that can drive mean-
proaches to responsible bank- ingful change. By leveraging
ing. Attendees exchanged technology and cultivating
ideas on actionable steps that strategic partnerships, we are
financial institutions, includ- committed towards building
ing BisB, can adopt to reinforce a more sustainable, equitable,
organisation-wide ESG com- and inclusive financial eco -
mitments. A central theme of system.”
the workshop’s agenda was the The Sustainability Strategy
role of digital transformation Workshop highlights BisB’s
in accelerating sustainability steadfast focus on augmenting
efforts. Participants explored ESG best practices across its
how the Bank can leverage operations. LuLu and talabat sign a strategic agreement, further strengthening their partnership in the industry



Hilton Bahrain takes bold steps in second year of Green Ramadan,


championing local sustainability and food waste reduction


























TDT | Manama cated to minimizing food waste organic Bahrain produce while monitor food waste, Hilton Bah- surplus food through the Bah- tiative, stating, “We are proud to
during the holy month while supporting local agriculture. rain has implemented the Win- rain Food Bank, Hilton Bahrain be part of Hilton’s commitment
ollowing a successful inau- emphasizing the importance of Research from UNEP West now system. This data-driven collaborates with Peninsula to sustainability and environ-
Fgural year, Hilton Bahrain is local sourcing and responsible Asia indicates that food waste approach enables the hotel to Farms to transform unavoida- mental stewardship. When our
excited to announce its contin- consumption. often surges during religious and identify areas for improvement ble food waste into nutrient-rich guests experience our Iftar and
ued commitment to the Green As part of this initiative, Hilton social festivities, including Ram- and develop effective strate - compost. This compost will en- Ghabga, they are not just enjoy-
Ramadan initiative, reinforcing Bahrain has formed a special adan. Hilton Bahrain is taking gies to reduce waste. By closely rich local soil, further support- ing a meal; they are becoming
its activities for the second con- partnership with the Bahrain proactive measures to tackle this monitoring food wastage, Hilton ing sustainable agriculture in the part of a worthy cause that re-
secutive year. In collaboration Food Bank and Peninsula Farms. challenge, aligning with Hilton’s Bahrain is committed to making community. duces food waste and supports
with the United Nations Envi- A dedicated corner at the If - Travel with Purpose 2030 Goals, informed decisions that contrib- Tamer Farouk, General Man- local communities. Through
ronment Programme ( UNEP) tar showcases local produce which aim to cut food waste sent ute to a sustainable food man- ager of Hilton Bahrain, ex - partnerships and collabora -
West Asia, Winnow, and Goum- sourced directly from Peninsula to landfills by 50%. agement system. pressed his enthusiasm for the tions, we are paving the way for
book, Hilton Bahrain is dedi - Farms, allowing guests to savor To accurately measure and In addition to redistributing enhanced Green Ramadan ini- a greener future.”
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