Arkati Interview with Vassallo Group, Group CEO Pio Vassallo – “Early Values Pave the Way for an Enduring Legacy”
When Pio Vassallo describes his role as CEO of Vassallo Group, his words are rooted not in hierarchy, but in legacy. “I see myself as a servant leader,” he explains. “I try to persuade and empower, rather than enforce. I want people to come to me for advice… and that is how you build trust, […]
Arkati Interview with Vassallo Group Chairperson, Natalie Briffa Farrugia – A Legacy That Connects Generations
One day, so the story goes, a young Vassallo family was driving towards Burmarrad in a blue Mazda. One of the children spotted a building with the word GIRNA written across it and asked what it meant. “It’s a kamra f’għalqa (a room in a field),” replied their father, who proceeded to share a lesson […]
Vassallo Group Annual Christmas Staff Party 2025
The annual Christmas staff party was held at the beautiful Alfa Gardens on December 19th. This year’s celebration was a tremendous success, bringing employees together to celebrate the holiday season and say goodbye to the year. Guests enjoyed a wonderful evening filled with happiness and laughter, highlighted by engaging performances from the talented band Fire […]
Vassallo Group Holds Annual Chairperson’s Lunch as Stepping Stone to 80th Anniversary Celebrations
Vassallo Group held its annual Chairperson’s Lunch in December at the historic Aula Capitulare, bringing together shareholders, directors, business partners, and bankers in a setting that embodies resilience and vision. This year’s event served not only to celebrate another year of transformation and success, but also as a stepping stone towards the Group’s milestone 80th […]
Arkati Interview with Vassallo Group Chief Corporate Service Officer & Chief Information Officer, Carlo Aquilina – Building Synergy and Aligning Goals
Wearing two hats at the same time can be tricky at times, but for Carlo Aquilina serving as both the Chief Corporate Services Officer and Chief Information Officer it means he must balance the drive for innovation with corporate responsibility within the Group. “I believe in fostering a culture of continuous improvement,” he says. It […]
Arkati Interview with HILA CEO, Janet Silvio – “Everyone Deserves a Choice ”
A few years ago, it was not common to watch a group of persons with disabilities strolling down the street together to attend Sunday Mass in Mosta, but today the integration of HILA’s service users within their community is a regular and every day thing. They go shopping at the market, have coffee and cake […]
The Shine Awards 2025
Vassallo Group proudly hosted the 9th edition of its esteemed event, The Shine Awards, in a grand celebration held at the St. Aloysius Theatre in Birkirkara. A prestigious night forming part of the Group’s calendar, this event is entirely dedicated to celebrating and recognising the people behind the organisation’s success. With a workforce of almost […]
Arkati Interview with Vassallo Group Chief People Officer, Lee Xuereb – “Supporting Minds and Lives ”
Over the past few years, Vassallo Group has become more aware of the increasing importance of mental health and the need to manage and improve it effectively, according to Chief People Officer Lee Xuereb. “We wanted to ensure we didn’t take a piecemeal approach to such an important issue but instead adopted a holistic strategy,” […]
Arkati Interview with CareMalta Group CEO, James Sciriha – “Building Communities and Innovating Care”
Reflecting on the challenges and successes of 2024, James Sciriha runs through CareMalta’s key achievements, including the completion of Dar San Ġużepp in Gozo, Dar Sant’Anna in Senglea and the Group’s ambitious digitalisation project. Dar San Ġużepp was completed within the planned timeframes and CareMalta is very proud of the final product. “We can finally […]
Arkati Interview with Mediterranean College of Sport CEO, Charlo Bonnici – “Opening Doors to Your Sports Aspirations”
It’s Friday October 4 and Charlo Bonnici has a proud satisfied smile on his face. It’s the end of the first week of school for the Mediterranean College of Sport and he is clearly relieved that the start of the first-ever academic year in the new institution has gone to plan. “It has been an […]