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Abans Plc has announced the appointment of Chandrika Perera as an Executive Director on the Board.
Perera joined Abans Group in January 2018 as the Group Chief Financial Officer, a role that was created with trust to further consolidate and enhance the position of the organisation. Perera started her journey with the Abans Group following a highly recognised and successful career spanning over three decades with the John Keells Group, where she served as Executive Vice President of John Keells Holdings, and as the Chief Financial Officer of the Leisure Sector; which owns and manages the Cinnamon Hotel Chain in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
She had also served as the Group Financial Controller of John Keells Holdings, overseeing the Group’s finance, tax and treasury. Furthermore, her work experience spans over several industries such as; manufacturing, food and beverages, retail, real estate and hospitality. She is a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka and the Society of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka, and holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Queensland, having specialised in Finance.
Since the inception of Abans Group more than 50 years ago, Abans has grown to become one of the largest conglomerates in Sri Lanka. Abans’ goal has always been to empower people with a better way to life. Through the years, while the strong electronics and home appliance retail business remains at large, the business has diversified with presence in several sectors such as retail, finance, logistics, real estate, manufacturing, etc.
Abans remains committed to serve the people of Sri Lanka, while caring for the environment we live in.
“As Abans Group continues to grow, it is critical we work closer than ever with the industry experts. We were happy to have. Chandrika Perera joined us in 2018 as the Group Chief Financial Officer, where she was able to bring about significant changes in the function that saw the entire Group reap the benefits in short and long term.”
“As we continue on our journey of taking the Group to greater heights, her reputable professional experience, expertise and skillset will greatly benefit the group in the coming years as well. We are happy to welcome Chandrika Perera to the Board of Directors of Abans PLC, and look forward to be working with her closely in the future,” stated Founder and Chairperson of Abans Group Aban Pestonjee, sharing her views.
Commenting on the new appointment, Perera stated: “I am deeply honoured to take on this new role, and look forward to the opportunity to add further value to the company’s journey of growth. The market continues to be challenging and it’s critical for businesses to learn and evolve with the changing times.
“Endurance for environmental dynamics is needed more than ever, for business sustenance. Abans Group is setting plans for the next chapter, and I’m happy to be able to take on more responsibilities in the exciting journey ahead.”
Abans PLC is chaired by Founder Aban Pestonjee and the present Board of Directors comprising of: Managing Director Behman Pestonjee, Executive Director Rusi Pestonjee, Executive Director Dr. Saroshi Dubash, Independent Non-Executive Director Dinesh Weerakkody and Independent Non-Executive Director Rajaratnam Selvaskandan.
