BSP Samoa |In a momentous occasion for both the BSP Financial Group Limited and the
Samoan community, the Group CEO, Mr Mark Robinson embarked on his first visit to Samoa.
The BSP Financial Group Ltd CEO travelled to Samoa to attend the BSP board meeting which
was held at Taumeasina Island Resort on Thursday 2 nd November 2023.
The festivities kicked off on Wednesday, November 1 2023, with a traditional Samoan ava
ceremony proudly hosted by the BSP Samoa staff at their main branch to welcome, Mr Mark
Robinson and his good lady Lesley Robinson. The ceremony, steeped in the cultural heritage of
Samoa, symbolizing the heartwarming hospitality and rich traditions that Samoa is renowned
for.
During his visit, he seized the opportunity to engage with the Honorable Prime Minister Fiame
Naomi Mata’afa, senior government officials and key business partners emphasizing BSP
Financial Group Limited’s dedication to collaborative efforts for local development.
A customer function was held on Thursday, 2 nd November 2023, at the Taumeasina Island
Resort for the Group CEO to meet with the business community. Distinguished attendees
included senior government officials from the Samoan Government, prominent figures from the
local business community, and the esteemed customers of BSP Samoa. The Honorable Prime
Minister's keynote speech was a pivotal moment during the event, emphasizing the significance
of strong collaboration between international corporations like BSP Financial Group Limited and
the Samoan government. This gathering served as a platform for fostering robust relationships
and constructive dialogue between BSP Financial Group and the local stakeholders.
Notably, BSP Samoa reaffirmed its commitment to corporate social responsibility by making
two noteworthy donations during the event. A generous $10,000 contribution was presented to
the Samoa Cancer Society, a testament to BSP's unwavering support for healthcare initiatives in
the region. Papalii Sua John Ryan, CEO of Samoa Cancer Society accepted the donation. In
addition, a $10,000 donation was allocated to Goshen Mental Health Services of Samoa,
underlining BSP Samoa's commitment to the critical cause of mental health support within the
local community. The board chairman of the Goshen Mental Health Service of Samoa, Papalii
Panoa Tavita Moala acknowledged and received the generous donation. The CEO's inaugural
visit to Samoa highlights BSP Financial Group's dedication to establishing genuine connections
and giving back to the communities it serves. BSP Financial Group Limited remains steadfast in
its long-term partnership with Samoa, with a vision of advancing prosperity and cooperation in
the region.