EBL hosts seminar at IUB to enhance financial literacy among students

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) organized an exclusive seminar titled “EBL Campus Connect: Inspiring New Generation in Banking” at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), on November 10.  The initiative followed the objective of enhancing financial literacy and inspiring students toward a modern, digital banking future.

The event brought together university students, academicians, and banking professionals to explore how young minds can contribute to innovative financial solutions and drive digital transformation in Bangladesh’s banking sector, according to a press release.

The seminar commenced with a welcome speech by Md. Aminul Islam, Senior Lecturer and Club Coordinator of the IUB E-Business Club, who emphasized the importance of financial awareness and the emerging career opportunities for students in the financial services industry.

Sarmin Atik, Executive Vice President and Head of Liability and Wealth Management at EBL, addressed the session, highlighting the bank’s ongoing initiatives to promote youth-oriented banking solutions and foster financial empowerment among students.

M. Khorshed Anowar, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Retail and SME Banking at EBL, attended as the Special Guest and shared his insights on the future of banking and the transformative role of technology in shaping Bangladesh’s financial ecosystem.

The program also featured audiovisual presentations on EBL Corporate and Student Banking, showcasing the bank’s digital innovations and tailored services for students.

In his closing remarks, Professor Daniel W. Lund, Pro-Vice Chancellor of IUB, praised EBL’s initiative for engaging students and promoting financial literacy through interactive, educational sessions.

EBL introduced “E-volve 2.0”, an innovative financial literacy platform designed specifically for students at the seminar.

Eastern Bank continues its efforts to strengthen partnerships with academic institutions, nurturing a generation of financially aware and digitally empowered young professionals for the future.

Caption: Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) organized an exclusive seminar titled “EBL Campus Connect: Inspiring New Generation in Banking” at the Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), on November 10. Participating teachers and students are seen with IUB Pro-Vice Chancellor Professor Daniel W. Lund, IUB E-Business Club Coordinator Md. Aminul Islam; EBL DMD and Head of Retail and SME Banking M. Khorshed Anowar, EVP and Head of Liability and Wealth Management Sarmin Atik among others.