Kuwait " 16 March, 2010: Gulf Bank has announced that it will sponsor, for the third consecutive year, the much anticipated "Proud 2 Be Kuwaiti" (P2BK) Forum under the Patronage of H.E Sheikh Nasser Mohammed Al Ahmad Al Sabah, Prime Minister of Kuwait.  The four day event, which is being held from March 16th " 19th at the Mishref International Exhibition Fairground, will provide a platform for young aspiring entrepreneurs in Kuwait to meet and interact in a robust business environment.

As the Gold Sponsor of the P2BK Forum, Gulf Bank reinforces its commitment to providing a helping hand to aspiring young Kuwaiti's and their small business ventures.  Gulf Bank was the first bank in Kuwait to offer a comprehensive banking solution for small and medium businesses through its SME website, along with business saver accounts and the SME rewards program.

Michel Accad, Gulf Bank's Chief Executive Officer and Chief General Manager said: "Gulf Bank has always been an advocate of promoting positive change and development within Kuwait. From the outset, we have witnessed the growth of P2BK, and we are very proud to associate ourselves with it. Gulf Bank will always support initiatives that add a great value to youth as well as the Kuwaiti society."

"Not only is Gulf Bank the main sponsor of the Forum, but it is also a dynamic participant. Staff members as well as volunteers from the Bank contributed in many ways to help the organizers execute this successful event. Gulf Bank, as part of its core human development training vision, continues to strongly invest in the country's most important asset, the Kuwaiti youth, to further develop their skills and talents." Said Mr. Accad.

P2BK was set up by a group of professional Kuwaiti individuals with the aim of providing a structured forum for Kuwaiti youth to meet and interact with experienced professionals, to help them gain greater exposure for their products and services.  It is a unique venture that delivers tangible benefits to the businesses attending.

Attending the signing of the contract was the founder of P2BK, Mr. Dhari Al-Wazzan, along with the Bank's senior management, Mr. Fawzy Al-Thunayan, General Manager of Board Affairs, and Mr. Surour Alsamerai, General Manager of Human Resources.

Previously, Gulf Bank sponsored the "Proud 2 Be Kuwaiti" Ishta Forum as part of its comprehensive corporate social responsibility that supports all sectors of the Kuwaiti society including young entrepreneurs.

For further information about any Gulf Bank's products and services and its regular promotions and offers, visit one of Gulf Bank's 51 conveniently located branches or call the Telebanking service on 1805805. Customers can also log on to www.e-gulfbank.com, Gulf Bank's bilingual website, for more information.

From left to right- Surour AlSamerai, General Manager of Human

Chief Executive Officer and Chief General Manager of Gulf Bank and

Fawzy Al-Thunayan, General Manager of Board Affairs at Gulf Bank.