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The entity issued an official statement clarifying what happened in response to criticism on social media.
Banco de Bogotá's year-end farewell
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A photo went viral on social media these days. It's a TV screen with a letter from Banco de Bogotá. The bank scolds its employees for a series of events that occurred at the company's end-of-year party.
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What is known is that the photo corresponds to the 2018 Christmas gathering. Apparently, the officers got out of control due to the alcohol.
“To all those who understood and enjoyed the holiday season, we send our sincere thanks. The rest of you should reflect on your conduct and image, which was tarnished by subsequent events that are now known to your colleagues and superiors.", reads the photo.
Given the viralization of the photo and the mockery, The Bank of Bogotá issued a statement where he explains that: “We are obliged to inform both clients and non-clients of the true events that took place.”
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Following this, he states: “Contrary to what is thought, what happened was… And also… But… And then… And they entered…” And the entity continues the statement with the same humorous tone: “We can't tell you all about it, but if you want a Banco de Bogotá-style party, sign up...”.
The letter is part of an advertising campaign by the bank due to the popularity of the image. With this, they seek to promote the Estéreo Picnic Festival, which will take place on March 23, 24, 25, and 26 at the Briceño 18 Golf Course and is sponsored by Banco de Bogotá.
"Find out in this video, register at the link in our bio, participate for VIP tickets to the FEP, and experience the Banco de Bogotá experience," they explain in the Instagram post.
Now, in an interview for Blu Radio a representative of the bank said that: “What happened is what usually happens. Some people had a few too many drinks, and apparently, there was a fight..
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