BRAC Bank hosts Agent Meet 2025 of Patuakhali and Barishal Region

DHAKA : BRAC Bank organised the Agent Meet 2025 for the Patuakhali and
Barishal Region, aimed at strengthening field-level engagement and accelerating financial
inclusion.
The event took place at the BRAC Learning Center in Barishal and brought together Agent
Banking partners from six southern districts: Patuakhali, Barishal, Jhalokathi, Pirojpur, Bhola,
and Barguna.
The event was attended by senior officials from BRAC Bank, including Nazmur Rahim, Deputy
Managing Director and Head of Alternate Banking Channels, who served as the Chief Guest.
Other notable attendees included Md. Nazmul Haq, Regional Head of SME Banking; Mizanur
Rahman, Senior Regional Manager, Monitoring; Anwar Hossain Mollah, Branch Manager of
Barishal Branch; and Md. Faysal Islam, Regional Coordinator for Agent Banking in Barishal and
Khulna Division.
Key themes discussed included a review of the business performance for 2024, strategic
planning for 2025, creating a roadmap for sustainable banking outlets, identifying business
challenges, and exploring practical solutions. Through engaging discussions and interactive
sessions, participating agents received valuable guidance from BRAC Bank’s leadership, which
is expected to enhance the effectiveness and outreach of Agent Banking operations in rural and
underserved communities.
Nazmur Rahim emphasized the importance of trust, technology, and teamwork in delivering
financial services at the grassroots level. He encouraged agents to align their efforts with the
bank’s broader vision of inclusive, responsible, and sustainable banking.
BRAC Bank remains committed to empowering communities through its Agent Banking
network, ensuring that quality banking services are accessible to every corner of the country.