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DFCC Vardhana Bank sponsors Sri Lankan Masterminds 2009


Mr. Lakshman Silva, Director/COO, DFCC Vardhana Bank hands over the trophy to the winning team.

DFCC Vardhana Bank (DVB) was the main sponsor of ‘Sri Lankan Masterminds’ which was held recently for its 15th consecutive year in the competition organised by the Lions Club of Moratuwa-Ratmalana.

According to a press release issued by DVB over 30 teams participated, representing the corporate sector, financial institutions and schools.

The Royal College ‘A’ team emerged as winners of Sri Lankan Masterminds 2009, while Soft Tec, Seylan Bank and Commercial Bank ‘A’ team were the runners up in the competition. The winning team also won top spot in the ‘Schools’ category, while Seylan Bank won in the ‘Banks and Finance Organizations’ category and Soft Tec in the ‘Mercantile’ category. The ‘brain teaser’ segment of the competition challenged the ‘think-tanks’ in Sri Lanka on by testing them on varied subjects ranging from general knowledge,current affairs and other areas.

The press release added that the funds raised through the event would be channeled towards community service projects focusing on the development of educational institutions and school children as well. Previous projects include assisting schools in remote areas, conducting health camps and eye camps.


 
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