BBK celebrates 101 employees for longstanding service and dedication

13 May 2025

BBK, a leader in retail and corporate banking in the Kingdom of Bahrain, recently hosted a Service Awards ceremony to honor 101 employees who have dedicated between five and thirty years of service to the Bank.

This event underscores BBK’s steadfast commitment to recognizing the essential contributions of its employees, which are instrumental in maintaining the Bank’s position and enhancing its distinguished reputation across the Kingdom of Bahrain and the wider region. By celebrating their invaluable contributions, BBK reinforces its commitment to fostering a culture of appreciation, strengthening employee loyalty, and sustaining a legacy of achievements.

Mr. Yaser Alsharifi, Group Chief Executive of BBK, commended the honorees for their dedication and exceptional performance, which have been pivotal in advancing the Bank’s prominence and elevating its products and services. He emphasized that this ceremony embodies BBK’s core values, which prioritize motivating and encouraging employees to sustain their exemplary performance.

“Our employees are the foundation of our success and excellence,” Mr. Alsharifi stated. “This recognition reflects our deep gratitude for their efforts, which have significantly contributed to BBK’s journey filled with numerous achievements. The honorees today embody our corporate values and have consistently shown dedication and sincerity throughout their tenure. At BBK, we firmly believe that investing in human capital is essential for sustainable success, and these long-serving employees will continue to be vital partners in shaping the Bank’s promising future.”

Mr. Hassaan Burshaid, Group Chief Human Resources & Administration of BBK said, “We believe that our human capital is the basis of BBK’s sustained development and strategic growth. The Bank remains committed to investing in its employees by fostering a work environment that supports professional development, encourages innovation, and recognizes individual and collective achievements. As one of the leading financial institutions in the private sector, BBK takes pride in its longstanding approach to retaining Bahraini talent, ensuring long-term engagement, enhanced productivity, and a culture that nurtures creativity.”

During the ceremony, Mr. Haitham Al-Rashdan, President of the Bahrain Bankers’ Union, awarded the First Excellence Shield for the year 2024 to BBK. This recognition was given in appreciation of the bank’s commitment to supporting and developing its human resources, expanding their benefits, rewarding the diligent among them, and its role in supporting the Bahrain Bankers’ Union.

Additionally, the union granted honorary membership to Mr. Yaser Alsharifi, The Group Chief Executive of BBK, as an expression of their appreciation and recognition of his efforts and initiatives in supporting union and banking work in the kingdom.