GFH Backs Saudi Arabian Business Awards as Gold Sponsors

Press release

Published January 28th, 2019 - 11:32 GMT

Ahmed Bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Group’s Vice Chairman

GFH Financial Group (“GFH”), announced its support for the Arabian Business Saudi Arabia Awards as the Gold Sponsor for the annual ceremony taking place in Riyadh on January 29, 2019. The event each year recognises the achievements of Saudi business leaders and companies that have demonstrated stellar performance over the course of the last year.

Representing GFH at the Awards and presenting top honours will be the Group’s Vice Chairman, Shaikh Ahmed Bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, and Group CEO Mr. Hisham Alrayes. The awards cover a broad range of sectors and companies that have delivered strong performance and results and that contributed to the overall development and growth of the Kingdom’s economy.

Commenting, Sh. Ahmed Bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, said, “GFH is delighted to support the Arabian Business Awards in Riyadh, which aim to recognise the strengths and contributions of business leaders, initiatives and companies that are helping to further grow and diversify the Kingdom’s economy in line with the goals and objectives of its Vision 2030. The Kingdom has a vast number of dynamic and market leading companies and we look forward to unveiling the winners and celebrating their achievements and success despite the challenges faced by them and in the local and regional economies over the past year. ”

There will be a total of 14 awards presented including those highlighting government initiatives, banking innovations, Fintech, best insurance company, best hospital in the healthcare sector and the Visionary of the Year, among others.

Background Information

GFH Financial Group

GFH is a well renowned financial group in the GCC region, with a diversified offering and pioneering track record. Headquartered in Bahrain, GFH’s innovative approach to Islamic investment banking services has been recognised internationally for over a decade. GFH has developed a strong and consistent ability to identify, successfully bring to market and capitalise on a wide range of solid investment opportunities in some of the world’s most dynamic markets and sectors. This approach signifies the Group’s investment insights and commitment to increase the value of its assets, and financial returns to its investors and shareholders.