President Director of Bank Jatim Named Banker of the Year 2024.
Date: 29 november 2024Categories :
JAKARTA, November 29, 2024. Amidst intense competition in the banking industry, PT Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jawa Timur Tbk (bankjatim) has successfully achieved outstanding milestones and contributed significantly to the development of the Indonesian banking sector through its consistently positive performance. In recognition of these achievements, bankjatim's President Director, Busrul Iman, was honored with the prestigious "Banker of the Year 2024" award by Infobank at the "Infobank Top 100 CEO & The 200 Future Leaders Forum 2024."
Held at the Grand Ballroom of the Ritz-Carlton Mega Kuningan, Jakarta, the award was presented by the Former Governor of Bank Indonesia, Agus Dermawan Wintarto, and the Chairman of Infobank Media Group, Eko B. Supriyanto, and received directly by Busrul Iman on Friday (29/11).
Busrul explained that this award is the result of innovative strategies implemented by bankjatim over recent years. Through the application of technology and service digitalization, bankjatim has been able to accelerate business growth while providing added value to customers and stakeholders. “We are truly grateful for this award. It is a tangible manifestation of the hard work and extraordinary contributions of all 'Jatimers' in realizing the company's vision, mission, and business transformation,” he expressed.
Under Busrul Iman’s leadership, bankjatim has recorded positive growth. As the largest Regional-Owned Enterprise (BUMD) in East Java, the bank continues to support East Java's economic development through productive sector financing, MSME empowerment, and digital-based financial services. In the third quarter of 2024, bankjatim's assets were valued at IDR 106.63 trillion. Furthermore, credit disbursement for Q3 2024 reached IDR 62.19 trillion, a 20.13% year-on-year (YoY) increase.
Regarding digitalization, bankjatim has implemented various digital initiatives across its business processes, including the enhancement of JConnect and banking digitalization through collaborations with e-money providers and retail networks such as Indomaret and Alfamart. “We have also digitalized regional government finances and successfully implemented the Electronification of Local Government Transactions (ETPD). Currently, payments for taxes, levies, and education can be made via virtual accounts or QRIS. All of this is done to achieve our vision of becoming the number one Regional Development Bank (BPD) in Indonesia,” he stated.
As of Q3 2024, JConnect Mobile recorded 756,587 users, up 27.35% (YoY), with transaction nominals reaching IDR 5.63 trillion, an increase of 53.23% (YoY). Additionally, bankjatim's JConnect QRIS reached 174,185 users, a 72.73% (YoY) increase, with transaction values amounting to IDR 130.52 billion, a surge of 204.87% (YoY).
Moving forward, Busrul stated that bankjatim is committed to continuing its innovation to support digital transformation, enhance customer service, and strengthen financial inclusion. “The transformation we have undertaken has not only improved the company’s performance but also provided a significant impact on the community and the surrounding environment,” he asserted.
Meanwhile, Eko B. Supriyanto noted in his remarks that the award is a form of appreciation from Infobank Media Group to CEOs and bankers who have worked diligently and with full dedication to lead their institutions toward driving the national economy in a better direction.
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