ARA Research and Consultancy holds its annual regional offsite conference

ARA Research and Consultancy, a specialized market research and consultancy firm, completed today its annual regional offsite conference. Tarek Ammar, CEO and co-founder of ARA Research and Consultancy, welcomed the company’s executives and employees from all their offices in Abu Dhabi, Beirut, Doha, Dubai and Kuwait, and thanked them for attending the annual regional offsite conference in the spectacular setting of the Peaks Resort located in the breathtaking scenery of Faytroun, Lebanon.

The two-day meeting dealt with the 2010 financial review and the launch of future initiatives and programs aimed at building strong and lasting client relationships and delivering high quality customer services.

During the award reception, two employees have been named as the 2010 Employees of the Year for their extraordinary work dedication, exemplary service and accomplishments that supported the organization’s goals and values. ARA’s employees participated as well in a series of team building programs that taught them to communicate more effectively, perform under pressure and to improve their problem-solving and leadership skills. ARA’s employees were also accompanied by their families who enjoyed trekking in the fabulous surroundings.

Tarek Ammar commented, “The event was a great success; it allowed us to gather together to discuss future challenges in the market research sector, to set business goals and at the same time to boost our team spirit and build a positive morale in our work environment. Outstanding achievements must be recognized. Rewarding employees at ARA and showing appreciation is an essential part of our employee satisfaction strategy.”

Among the special guests, Ahmad Salman, Deputy Managing Director of Assafir newspaper, gave a speech on the Role of the marketing research companies. ARA’s guests joined the gala dinner that included traditional music and dance performances and that was attended by key members of the Lebanese media sector.