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Columbia Asia raikan bayi Merdeka menerusi kempen ‘Care Beyond Birth’

Inisiatif 'The HeadStart' bersama Hong Leong Bank itu sumbang simpanan permulaan RM1,000 kepada bayi yang layak sempena ulang tahun ke-30 Columbia Asia.

Columbia Asia raikan bayi Merdeka menerusi kempen ‘Care Beyond Birth’

On the eve of Malaysia's National Day, newborn babies celebrated their birth at Columbia Asia Iskandar Puteri Hospital, receiving RM1,000 in their Junior 3-in-1 HLB Account for their future. In a unique initiative called The HeadStart, part of Columbia Asia's Care Beyond Birth campaign in collaboration with Hong Leong Bank, every baby born at the hospital automatically becomes a member of the Columbia Kids Club.

This program offers families various privileges, including discounts at the hospital and invitations to children's activities. For parents Ahmad Asyroor Mohd Kamil and Norhaniza Osman, who welcomed their baby boy on National Day at Columbia Asia Puchong Hospital, The HeadStart initiative assisted them in kickstarting savings for their child's future.

Norhaniza expressed her hope that the savings would continue growing alongside their child's various life stages. Lee Hui Chuen, Executive Vice President of Serantan Columbia Asia, emphasized the company's commitment to supporting families beyond childbirth and throughout the various life stages. Columbia Asia's 30th anniversary celebration, themed "30 Years of Care: A Lifetime of Trust.

Right Here for You," highlights the company's dedication to being there for Malaysian families during the most significant moments in their lives. In addition to the National Day babies, all babies born at Columbia Asia's hospitals will be automatically enrolled in the Columbia Kids Club, offering families various benefits, including discounts and invitations to children's activities.

Galvin Yeo, Head of Personal Banking – Deposit & Digital Services at HLB, stated that with a strong history of over 120 years in Malaysia, HLB remains committed to helping Malaysians achieve long-term financial goals and financial stability. Celebrating a baby's birth on National Day at Columbia Asia with their first savings account marks the beginning of a wise financial practice, helping parents build a strong foundation for their child's future.

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