President of Mobiasbanca - Groupe Société Générale, Ridha Tekaia was decorated by the French Government with Gold award - Medal of Labor for his career in private sector.
On 21 April 2016, Ridha Tekaïa has been awarded with the Gold Medal of Honor “Medaille Or du Travail" for a successful career, out of which 29 years for Groupe Société Générale, in a solemn atmosphere at the residence of the French Embassy in Republic of Moldova.
The official ceremony of handing the distinction was honored by His Excellency, Ambassador of France in Republic of Moldova, Pascal Vagogne, Sergiu Cioclea, National Bank Governor, Pirkka Tapiola, Head of EU Delegation in Moldova, Ulrike Knotz, German Ambassador in Republic of Moldova, Julia Otto, Head of Country Office of the European Bank for Development and Reconstruction, other officials.
Pascal Vagogne mentioned: ”Medal of Labor is a historical distinction, awarded by the French State for exercising honorable service and outstanding initiatives, performed by employees in their profession. Mobiasbanca President, Ridha Tekaïa, throughout his career has demonstrated remarkable professionalism in various positions he had in many countries. I am honored to give this award to a personality with many outstanding qualities, a genuine leader and a person with a true sense of values.”
Ridha Tekaïathanked for the recognition of the French State and stressed that he is honored to represent his country anywhere in the world. The president also mentioned that he is grateful for the opportunity to carry out an important part of life in the spirit of the Group values, which is honored to serve further by new development projects for the benefit of the clients.
President started the work activity in 1987 in one of the most important financial institutions in Europe, Groupe Société Générale. During his career he has held various positions both in the French network and in different subdivisions of the Group. During 29 years he accumulated an impressive experience in financial sector in different countries, which he is sharing with the clients for helping them to achieve challenging development plans of their business.
Being at the helm of Mobiasbanca since May 2012, he managed to bring the institution into a top position in the banking market in terms of profitability and efficiency, today being a bank that enjoys financial stability, customer confidence and support of international development partners.
Today, as the President of the Association of Foreign Investors, Ridha Tekaïacontributes to the development of investment climate and the economy of the country. It is a true promoter of Moldovan culture and authentic local talents, being a supporter of the community in which he operates. For Mobiasbanca employees he is a model of excellence and professionalism, a leader with vision who can drive the team to common goals and new achievements.