National Bank PLC has organised a daylong "Managers Meet" with 19 branch managers from the Cumilla region, aimed at reviewing branch performance, exchanging operational insights, and setting new directions for sustainable growth and service excellence.

The interactive session, held on Thursday, brought together branch leadership and senior management to foster teamwork, open dialogue, and forward-thinking strategies to strengthen National Bank's regional operations and overall business momentum.

Mr Adil Chowdhury, Managing Director of National Bank PLC, attended the programme as the Chief Guest. Also present were Mr Md Mizanur Rahman, SVP, Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Unit; Mr Mohammad Towhidul Karim, SVP and Regional Manager, Chattogram; and Mr Md Iskander Ali Fakir, VP and Regional Manager, Cumilla, along with senior officials and all participating branch managers.

Throughout the discussions, participants identified four strategic priorities for the next phase of growth — innovative deposit mobilisation, efficient loan recovery, expansion of import business, and strengthening of sales and marketing performance. These were reaffirmed as key pillars of the bank's roadmap toward resilience, profitability, and customer-focused excellence.

In his keynote address, Mr Adil Chowdhury commended the dedication and professionalism of branch managers, calling them "the engines that power National Bank's progress, stability, and reputation."

"The banking landscape is evolving faster than ever. To stay ahead, we must think boldly, act responsibly, and innovate continuously. Every decision we take must reflect our values and strengthen customer confidence," he said.

He urged managers to uphold four guiding principles — thinking beyond limits, living with integrity, staying optimistic amid challenges, and remaining conscious of impact — describing these as the foundation of sustainable leadership and institutional excellence.

The event concluded with a collective pledge from all branch leaders to translate strategic priorities into measurable action, reaffirming National Bank's commitment to growth with integrity, innovation, and customer trust.