APB SL welcomes top banking industry leaders to Advisory and Fund Management Committees

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Advisory Committee 2025–2026 First row (from left): Dr. Viruli De Silva, Thimal Perera, President Anton Arumugam, A. Kathiravelupillai, and Aravinda Perera. Second row (from left): Senarath Bandara, Clive Fonseka, Damith Pallewatta, and Kelum Edirisinghe

The Association of Professional Bankers, Sri Lanka (APB), has taken a notable step in furthering its mission by appointing a group of distinguished leaders from both private and public sector banks to serve as Advisers and members of its Fund Management Committee.

This development marks a renewed focus on the APB’s commitment to professional excellence and long-term institutional resilience. It reflects the Association’s ongoing efforts to support the growth of banking professionals, facilitate meaningful knowledge exchange, and elevate the standing of the profession in Sri Lanka.

APB SL President Anton Arumugam said: “We are deeply honoured to have some of the finest minds in banking now directly contributing to APB’s strategic direction. Their wisdom and guidance will be invaluable as we expand our initiatives, increase our outreach, and continue to uphold the professionalism and integrity of the banking industry in Sri Lanka.”

The newly formed Advisory Panel includes some of the most respected banking professionals in the country. These individuals currently hold senior leadership roles across leading private and state banks and their collective insight and experience will help ensure the APB remains attuned to key industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging global trends.

Fund Management Committee 2025–2026 From left: Bhanu Wijeyaratne, Aruna Fernando, President Anton Arumugam, Jeremy De Zilva, and Dilshan Rodrigo

At the same time, the reconstituted Fund Management Committee has been strengthened by the inclusion of senior finance and banking experts. Their presence reflects the Association’s continued focus on transparency, responsible financial management, and long-term sustainability. Furthermore, the committee will play a vital role in overseeing APB’s financial strategy while maintaining high standards of governance and accountability.

This move comes at a time when the banking industry faces an evolving landscape of challenges and opportunities. Bringing together leadership across the sector reinforces APB’s position as a collaborative and forward-thinking force, committed to advancing the future of banking in Sri Lanka.

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