Gulf International Bank has announced its official sponsorship of Saudi professional golfer Faisal Salhab, underscoring the bank’s commitment to supporting professional sports both locally and internationally.
Commenting on the partnership, Abdulaziz Al-Helaissi, group CEO of GIB, said: “We are proud to sponsor one of Saudi Arabia’s most prominent golfing talents. Faisal is a dedicated athlete and a role model for many young Saudi golfers who look up to him. Our partnership with Faisal is part of GIB’s ongoing support to the development of sports in the Kingdom, one of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals, and assisting Faisal succeed in his path to becoming a leading professional in golf.”
Khaled Abbas, CEO of GIB Saudi Arabia, highlighted the importance of the sponsorship, describing it as “a genuine boost for Saudi sports and the professionalization efforts supported by the Kingdom as part of its ambitious plans to enhance and grow sports participation at all levels.” He added: “We are excited to undertake this sponsorship, which alongside similar initiatives, will contribute to advancing the three pillars of Saudi Vision 2030: a vibrant society, a thriving economy, and an ambitious nation.”
Salhab expressed his pride in the collaboration, saying: “I am honored to become a member of the GIB family. I look forward to representing the bank, both within the Kingdom and internationally, and to contributing to elevating Saudi Arabia’s presence on the global stage.”
The partnership will also feature Salhab’s participation in a range of community events, to be organized by GIB, further enhancing the bank’s ongoing efforts in community involvement and corporate social responsibility, in addition to promotional engagements involving GIB’s customers and employees.