Commercial Bank hosts inspirational staff event for Qatari Nationals

Qatari employees unite for day of motivational activities

 

Doha, Qatar: Commercial Bank, Qatar’s first private bank, has held a staff event for Qatari National employees as part of National Day celebrations under the theme “Moving from Me to We”. The innovative event focused on the development and engagement of Qatari National staff and was attended by Commercial Bank CEO, Abdulla Saleh Al Raisi, three high profile Qatari guest speakers and Qatari employees working at the Bank.

 

The purpose of the event was to provide the Bank’s Qatari employees with the inspiration and motivation to excel in their careers within Commercial Bank and convey the management’s message that with the opportunity to develop and succeed comes the responsibility to work together and be committed to both their roles and the Bank. The event theme and agenda was developed to build loyalty and commitment from the Qatari staff.

 

In his opening address Mr. Al Raisi stressed that Commercial Bank is a Qatari Bank, for Qatari staff and Qatari customers. He said: “As Commercial Bank approaches our 40th anniversary we must build on our long prestigious heritage by focusing on our future.  In the past, Commercial Bank’s development has mirrored the growth and success of Qatar as we have shared the same journey together. Today, we are working hard to support Qatar’s future and the National 2030 Vision, particularly by developing our most important assets: our employees. We invest heavily in our Qatari Nationals by supporting the development and acceleration of their careers to become the future leaders of Commercial Bank and Qatar’s private sector.”

 

Mr. Al Raisi added: “Our aim at Commercial Bank continues to be the most profitable bank in the GCC where we are known for our quality of service, our understanding of our customers, our responsiveness and our innovation. With this in mind we need all our employees to continue to deliver exceptional customer service and deepen our customer relationships whilst continuing to improve on the efficiency of our processes.” Mr Al Raisi reminded employees that Commercial Bank continues to be a one of the best places to work in Qatar and that he considered everyone present in the room to be part of the Bank’s future.

 

Staff heard inspirational speeches from leading figures in Qatari society: Olympic medal winner and ten-time Middle East Champion Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah; charity and humanitarian activist Ghanem Al Muftah; and Dr Khalid Al Naama a specialist in psychological studies. The speakers were chosen as they serve as role models proving that with determination and perseverance “everything is possible”, as believed by the Bank’s founders and current management.

 

Nasser Al Attiyah spoke about how his team were an essential part of his local and international success in rally driving and how it is vital to work with people who have a good team spirit and who will support your mission. Building on Nasser Al Attiyah’s speech; Ghanem Al Muftah spoke about how taking responsibility for his development and actions helped him overcame his disability; whilst Dr Khalid Al Naama focused on why personal accountability and loyalty are the keys to success.

 

Commercial Bank staff were further inspired by taking part in a creative team-building exercise involving painting a giant canvas artwork to help promote increased workplace motivation and communication.  The picture will be displayed in the Bank as a reminder of the event and the key messages that were conveyed. Chief Human Capital Officer of Commercial Bank, Ms. Sharoq Al Malki spoke of the event saying: “We are committed to developing and inspiring our national talent who are not only the future leaders of Commercial Bank but also of our nation.” She added: “I hope this event will motivate our employees to focus their attention on being committed, responsible and accountable to both themselves as individuals and Commercial Bank as an organisation as they (our employees) continue to be our most valued assets”.

 

Maryam Abdullah, Head of Marketing Affairs at Commercial Bank said: “We have heard inspirational talks from our guest speakers today and their messages of teamwork, determination, loyalty and pride will translate well into the business environment at Commercial Bank.”

 

Commercial Bank employee Abdulhameed Hashim Al-Yousef said: “I’m proud to be a Qatari National and grateful for the wide range of support and opportunities available at Commercial Bank. With these opportunities comes a great responsibility and we have heard inspiring words today about the need to work together as a team and for total commitment from all Qatari staff.  The event has inspired and engaged me in my career working with Commercial Bank.”