Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) officially opened its new ultra-modern branch in Sunyani, capital town of the Brong-Ahafo Region on July 18, 2018. The Chief Operating Officer of UMB, Mr. Benjamin Amenumey was joined by some Executive Committee members of the bank, some traditional rulers, UMB members of staff and invited dignitaries from the local community. …

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Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) sponsored the maiden edition of Ghana Tourism Development Company’s “Centre of the World” Golf Tournament, which came off last Saturday, May 12, at the Tema Country Golf Club (TCGC) in Tema. The 1-day tourney was attracted over 100 golfers across the country, who battled for glory in the men and women …

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As part of this year’s May Day celebrations, Our CEO, Mr. John Awuah and MD of Saham Insurance, Mabel Porbley co-hosted the holiday edition of TV3’s morning show, New Day.

Universal Merchant Bank in association with the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) launched their Business Incubator Centre on Friday, April 27. The Business Incubator Centre, created in collaboration with incubator partners Century Incubator, MBC Africa, E4Impact and Women’s World Banking, will support motivated young professionals to generate and develop business ideas into sustainable businesses. CEO of UMB, …

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A high-level delegation from Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) was in London, United Kingdom to participate in a number of events. The bank’s delegation was led by the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. John Awuah accompanied by Director, Consumer and Business Banking, Mr. Kevin Cain; Director, Treasury, Mr. Kevin Adarkwah; and Director Marketing and Communications, Ms. Yvonne …

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In 2017, UMB celebrated its 45th anniversary year by honouring the past and forging a path for a prosperous and sustainable future. Mr. John Awuah, CEO of the bank noted in a remark that, “through the support of our customers and the hard work and dedication of staff members, our 2017 financial performance presents a UMB …

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WAEC held the annual West African Examinations Council Excellence Awards at the Sakyi Asare Menako Hall in Accra on March 9, 2018 and UMB, as a sponsor, presented the sponsorship package to the top three (3) awardees. For emerging the Overall Best 2017 WASSCE Student, Ms. Jochebed Adwoa Sutherland, former student of Holy Child Senior …

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The Private Banking division of Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), also known as the Prominence Club in association with Sai Wine & Champagne kicked off the month of March with an exclusive wine tasting event last Friday at UMB’s flagship Prominence Club lounge at the Head office in the Emporium Building. In the course of the …

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Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), stemming from their innovative use of technology and distinctive banking solutions, today, announced the launch of UMB SpeedApp, their fully-loaded mobile banking application which is available on iOS, Android and Windows mobile devices. The well-attended launch came off at UMB’s Head office at Airport City and had in attendance, UMB Shareholders, …

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Universal Merchant Bank held a New Year press soiree, yesterday, at the official residence of the bank’s chief executive executive in Airport. The intimate soiree was attended by over 80 business editors, reporters and managers from both the private and state-owned media. UMB chief executive officer, Mr. Awuah touched on the bank’s recapitalization drive, the imminent …

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