Andranik Grigoryan is the CEO of Converse Bank, Chairman of Executive Management.
05.01.2022 - Andranik Grigoryan has been appointed as the CEO of Converse Bank, Chairman of Executive Management. Andranik Grigoryan was born in 1977. He graduated from YSU Faculty of Economics, after which completed the Postgraduate study of the Academy of National Economy under the Government of the Russian Federation, and was awarded the degree of Candidate of Economics (PhD). Furthermore he studied at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Started his career in 2001 at the Central Bank of Armenia. From 2001 to 2009 held various responsible positions in the Central Bank of Armenia and in commercial banks.
Converse Bank is the best Trade Finance Provider 2022 in Armenia according to Global Finance
29.12.2021 - Once again Converse Bank has been presented with an honorable award by the prestigious international magazine- Global Finance. "We are pleased to announce that for the third consecutive year, Converse Bank is recognized as the Best Trade Finance Provider in Armenia by Global Finance, maintaining its leading position and proving the role of the best partner bank of the country in this sphere. Our achievements in trade finance have also been honored by other reputable...
Converse Bank’s experience was presented at the opening ceremony of Armenia-Argetine Chamber of Commerce in Armenia
04.10.2021 - The official opening of the Armenia-Argetine Chamber of Commerce in Armenia took place. Artur Hakobyan, the CEO of Converse Bank took part in the ceremony. The event was organized on the initiative of the Embassy of Argentina in Armenia. Guests from Argentina, managers of Converse Bank and the representatives of business community and government institutions of Armenia were present. “Converse Bank is one of the first companies of Armenia with Argentine capital, whose main shareholder is Mr. Eduardo Eurnekian. Today Eurnekian Family also manages Tierras de Armenia, Karas Wines, and Armenia International Airports. The foundation of these companies not only stimulated the development of various branches of economy, but also created thousands of new and stable jobs,” Artur Hakobyan, the CEO of Converse Bank stated. He expressed willingness on behalf of Converse Bank to show comprehensive support to the activities of the Chamber, underlining that “The Armenian-Argentine Chamb
A success story - Argentinean center
01.09.2021 - Converse Bank sends greetings on Knowledge and Education Day and presents a remarkable educational initiative - the Argentinean Center by the Linguistic University after Bryussov. "As you know, Linguistic University after Bryussov is a place where languages are studied. The University is famous for its traditions. "It is very important to know the culture, because it shapes the corresponding linguisting thinking, helps to learn the language through culture, to recognize the gestures, traditions, so that you can interact with the representatives of those nations and ensure accurate communication", - says Christina Tsaturyan, Head of the Department of Foreign Relations and International Cooperation at the Bryussov State University.
Cashback and free Student Cards ahead of September 1
23.08.2021 - Converse Bank launches the traditional campaign on the eve of the Knowledge and Literature Day with an expanded list of potential beneficiaries and new opportunities. In particular, in the course of the campaign between August 23 and September 5, the Bank will provide 20% Cashback to its cardholders for cashless transactions at the partner merchants՚ through the POS and/or E-POS terminals of the Bank. The list of partners includes the stores in Yerevan and in the regions. Furthermore, from August 23 through September 30, the students of Universities cooperating with the Bank can obtain Visa or MarsterCard student cards of Converse Bank free of charge for the whole effective period of the card.
Converse Bank has completed the placement of corporate bonds
29.07.2021 - We are pleased to announce that Converse Bank has completed the 12th and 13th tranches of bond placement two months ahead of schedule. For the first time, bonds were distributed through the Converse Bank’s mobile application. In total, 3 billion Armenian drams and 10 million US dollar corporate bonds were placed. The tenor of the bonds is 36 months, the coupon payment is semi-annual, and the coupon rate is 9.75%% and 5.25%, respectively. The Bank will apply to the Armenian Stock Exchange to list the distributed bonds on the ABond platform of corporate bonds. Currently, Converse Bank’s2 billion Armenian drams and and 15 million US dollar bonds are being traded on the Armenian Stock Exchange. We plan to distribute another two tranches of corporate bonds during 2021.