Nov 14, 2008, Brussels -The QI Group had the honour of being invited by the International Business & Leadership Forum in Brussels, Belgium, in association with the International Association for Human Values.   The forum's theme this year was Ethics in Business - Corporate Culture and Spirituality.  Dato' Vijay Eswaran, Chairman of the QI Group was invited to speak at this prestigious forum that took place at the European Parliament along with business and thought leaders from around the world, including several heads of state from Europe and ambassadors from 14 countries.

Dato' Vijay Eswaran was a speaker and panellist at the discussion in the key plenary titled- 'The Noble Cause - a Key for Inspiration, Sustainability & Best Talents?'  He spoke about the importance of focussing on human values and creating a sense of belonging to attract and retain the best talents in corporations. He specifically spoke about the practice of RYTHM (Raise Yourself To Help Mankind) in the QI Group of Companies and how that has helped foster loyalty and commitment among the employees and customers of the Group. He pointed out how today after ten years, 30 of the original 70 employees continue to be with the company.

Some of the other speakers at the symposium included Mr.Jan Muelfeiht, Chairman, Microsoft Europe, Dr.Sanjay Pradhan, Vice President, World Bank Institute, Mr.Vijay Poonosamy, Vice President, International Affairs for Etihad Airways, and several members of the European Parliament.

 Mr. Vijay Eswaran with panelists at the symposium
 

(l to r) Mr. Vijay Eswaran, Chairman of QI; Mr. Kuna Senathirajah,

QI Director; and Mr. Vijay Poonosamy, Vice President of Etihad Airways