HNB Life’s Harindra Ramasinghe and sales leaders earn global recognition at GAMA Awards

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Award winners and team member of HNB Life at GAMA International Management Awards

HNB Life PLC continued to demonstrate the strength of its leadership and progress of advisor development culture on the global stage, with eight of its leaders receiving recognition at the prestigious GAMA Global Awards 2026.

Leading the achievements was EVP/Chief Business Officer – Advisor Distribution Harindra Ramasinghe who was honoured with the coveted Master Firm Award, one of GAMA Global’s highest recognitions, awarded to leaders who demonstrate excellence in developing people, building high-performing teams, driving sustainable business growth, and fostering a culture of excellence within their organisations.

The recognition was further complemented by seven additional awards received by HNB Life leaders across the International Management Award and Frontline Leader Award categories, reflecting the depth of talent, leadership capability, and professional excellence within the company’s advisor network.

The award recipients were, Master Firm Award - Harindra Ramasinghe, Samantha Hemakumara – Diamond International Management Award, L. M. Ishan Promos Buddhika – Platinum Frontline Leader Award, Kapila Jayasinghe – Gold International Management Award, Gayan Lokukodikara – Silver International Management Award, G. G. Thakshila Ruwanmali Galdolage – Silver Frontline Leader Award, Velauthapillai Senthurupan - Bronze International Management Award, Gangasiri Gunathilake - Bronze International Management Award

These recognitions come on the back of a year marked by significant milestones for HNB Life’s advisor channel, including the development of 132 MDRT members, 28% business growth from the Channel, the expansion of new sales teams and distribution channels, and continued investments in leadership development, capability building, and performance excellence.

Congratulating the award recipients, Executive Director/CEO Lasitha Wimalaratne said: “These awards reflect the strength of our advisor channel and the incredible people behind it. Harindra’s Master Firm Award is especially significant and speaks to the leadership and commitment he has brought to building a high-performing team and developing future leaders. Under his guidance, the channel has continued to grow from strength to strength. I also want to congratulate all our award recipients whose achievements showcase the depth of talent and professionalism we have across HNB Life. Together, they represent the very best of what our organisation stands for.”

Commenting on the recognition, Harindra Ramasinghe said: “While I am honoured to receive this recognition, I see it as a reflection of the collective efforts of our advisors, leaders, and teams across the country. It has been a privilege to lead such a committed and high-performing advisor force, whose dedication continues to drive our success. I also congratulate my fellow award recipients, whose achievements reflect the depth of talent, leadership, and professionalism within HNB Life. Together, these recognitions reaffirm our commitment to developing people and building a strong foundation for future growth.”