Presidential Address

Good Morning Delegates, Exco members and officials of SBEU

Welcome to our 17th TDC, the first time ever held in this beautiful town, Bintulu.  I am indeed very pleased to be with all of you and see our presence in this meaningful event, that also remind us that SBEU is now 454 years old.  Aside from this TDC, several exciting events have been lined up to mark SBEU 45th Anniversary.  We had this morning planted trees to symbolize this historic event.  I would like to take this opportunity to tanks the hosting branch for their hardwork, time and commitment to ensure that we have a successful and memorable event and a pleasant stay in in Bintulu.

I hop all the delegates, EXCO and officials had gained knowledge from the Mindset Transformation program which was organised prior to the TDC.  SBEU is at the height of the process to equip each and everyone of us to enhance our knowledge and confidence in facing the new challenges in the banking industry.

I acknowledge the handworks that all the EXCOs, officials and staff of SBEU have performed in all the branhes. Without everyone of you, SBEU would not be able to become a respectable union like it is now.  Every one of us has a challenging task in SBEU, juggling with our work in the bank and acting as a trade union leader at the same time, we must not forget our supportive family. A fair work life balance should be in place.  To those officials who are leaving SBEU due to retirement and promotion. deep from the bottom of my heart, i wish you success in your future Endeavour. Working with you guys was such an exciting and meaningful time that i will treasure for the rest of my life.

Our collective agreement is due to expire at the end of this year.  We foresee that we are going to face another challenging year ahead.  We went through a turbulent during the last CA and we will sure that the banks will not treat us the way they wanted too anymore.  I urged the new line up of both EXCO members and branch officials to remain committed in striving for better terms in the coming CA.

Despite the challenges and frustration that we are going through, we must remain steadfast and committed to the spirit of SBEU.  We must build on our achievements and continue to set high standards for SBEU members and officials. We must not and we will not let down our very supportive members.  Through them we survive.

While we gear ourselves to meet the challenges of the future, we must not forget our past and the sacrifices made by previous leaders of SBEU.  I believe we are matured and professional union in dealing with the demanding challenges ahead.

This is the tasks that with hard work, vision, dedication and professionalism and bravery of SBEU officials, plus the solidarity support of all our members, SBEU will succeed in achieving our goal.  With this notes, i once again urged all delegates to observe and participate actively in this TDC, Wishing you all a fruitful conference.

Thank you



HADIAH LEEN
PRESIDENT,SBEU