Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) celebrated a notable milestone with the successful graduation of the 5^th batch of high potential employees in DIB’s High Potential Employee Development Programme (HIPO).

In the bank’s ongoing endeavour to hone talent within the organisation and provide them with a platform to excel individually as well contribute in fulfilling the bank’s ambitious growth opportunities, the HIPO programme began in 2015 and has already delivered an army of nearly 150 professionals who are not just excelling in the workforce but leading by example.

The 5^th batch of HIPO graduates were felicitated by the Group CEO, Dr. Adnan Chilwan, as well as other executives from the senior leadership team of the organisation.

The HIPO programme is an 18-month intensive leadership training schedule that includes a comprehensive suite of assessments, specialised training, mentorship, and coaching. Developed in partnership with globally recognised institutions, HIPO equips participants to excel in their roles and drive the bank’s strategic objectives.

To ensure the momentum is maintained, DIB has begun rolling out nominations for the next cohort for the next programme that is scheduled to commence in Q4 2024.

Commenting on the success and effectiveness of the journey undertaken so far, Dr. Adnan Chilwan, Group Chief Executive Officer of DIB, said, “The High Potential Programme is central to our inclusive talent development approach within the organisation, designed to prepare the next wave of leaders in the banking and financial sector. This initiative reflects our dedication to fostering outstanding talent by empowering individuals who possess the inherent traits with advanced skill sets ensuring both professional and personal elevation as well as quality   contribution to further the organisation’s strategic goals. Our ambition is to unleash these individuals into the financial world so that they support and positively impact the larger economic objectives of the UAE. I extend my warmest congratulations to all our graduates and look forward to their future contributions to our collective ambitions. We also extend our profound thanks to all our partners for their enduring commitment and involvement in our training endeavours, which are crucial in systematically cultivating quality professionals within our organisation.”

As DIB steadfastly invests in its workforce, the bank upholds its position of leadership in the banking sector as an Employer of Choice, committed to promoting professional development and fostering inclusivity at every level of the organisation including the vital Emiratisation Agenda.

Bupa Arabia for cooperative insurance, announces sponsorship as a principal partner in the third edition of Saudi Games, under the slogan “ There are heroes among us”. This event is the biggest and the most important of its kind in the kingdom, and its organization comes as a part of the overall sporting initiative that originates from the Saudi vision of 2023. Bupa Arabia’s participation comes in the form of its constant care to provide the best and most sophisticated health care services for increasing fitness and performance with the goal of enhancing athlete’s experience.

Bupa’s participation in this event comes from its commitment to supporting sports events and activities, in addition to its effective goal of enhancing medical awareness in the community, In 2022, Bupa has launched “ Live Right” program  to enhance healthy life patterns , and to accomplish the goal of its vision of improving life quality for every individual in the community.  The program also encourages pursuing healthy habits through conducting effective and attractive learning sessions, and virtual training sessions, in the presence of doctors and specialists in the event to answer questions.

In this context, the executive manager in Bupa Arabia for cooperative insurance, Eng. Ali Sheneamer expressed his happiness to sponsor Saudi Games 2024 as a principal partner and he said: Saudi Games is a new opportunity to enhance the kingdom’s status in the medical and sports sector , adding that the company is always working to enhance healthy life patterns in the kingdom, through “Live Right” program that crowns the company’s efforts in pursuing healthy habits , it also contributes in enhancing medical awareness and encourages to pursue healthy habits and that’s according to the goals of the life quality program which is one of the kingdom’s vision 2030.

Sheneamer also added: Our support for the Saudi Games comes with our intentions to enable different sports and to put a spotlight on its importance to the youth, in addition to its importance in exploring Saudi talents, as well as reflecting our commitment for a promising future in the medical and sport sectors and enhancing the kingdom’s status globally in these sectors.

The third edition of the Saudi Games 2024, is considered one of the largest national sporting event in the kingdom and it’s a special opportunity to celebrate a mix of culture and sport, in which more than 6,000 athletes participate, hosting 53 different sports, under the supervision of more than 2000 administrative and technical supervisors representing 200 clubs across the kingdom, which contributes to  create sports generation that can represent the kingdom in different international sports forums , showing the kingdom’s hosting abilities.

QUBE Development, the renowned international real estate developer, known for their trailblazing building solutions, shares its insights on UAE’s real estate market, which continues to garner strong demand from investors from all over the world. The growing surge is due to various factors with the off-plan market being the major contributor and responsible for 65 percent of overall sales transactions for the month of August 2024, a 54% volume increase from what was recorded during the same period last year.

According to data analytics online platform, Statista, the UAE real estate market is anticipated to reach a value of AED 2.5 trillion by the end of 2024. This growth is spearheaded by the increasing influx of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), who have entered the market looking for strong investment opportunities with a focus on the luxury property sector, primarily in the off-plan market where a high number of ultra-luxury projects and megaprojects are currently underway.

The global interest has been recognized by QUBE, who have recently launched their first residential project ‘Cubix Residences’ located in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and providing a focus on durability, reliability, sustainability, and exceptional quality to the family-oriented community in the area. This is just the first of many projects to follow as the company has announced its plans to invest an additional AED 2.6 billion worth of inventory into the Dubai market by the end of 2025 to continue expanding its portfolio in this prime market.

Construction Director of QUBE Development, Ramy Abdel Kader, commented: “Cubix Residences is progressing on schedule, with construction now reaching 25%. The surging demand for premium real estate in Dubai reinforces our commitment to deliver efficiently and to the highest standards. At QUBE Development, we provide sustainable, high-quality developments that cater to the evolving needs of urban living. As we move forward, we look forward to unveiling more innovative projects that will continue shaping Dubai’s real estate landscape.”

With a commitment to sustainable design and community engagement, QUBE Development’s ambition is to make a positive and lasting impact by enhancing the quality of life for all residents through its future developments. By contributing to the well-being of the community and encouraging a healthier, happier tomorrow for everyone, the company looks forward to continuing its efforts in building communities and fostering a strong sense of connection among UAE residents.