Susil Premarathne
Biography:
Senior Banking Professional, Lecturer, and SME Consultant with over 20 years of experience in banking and financial services, specializing in business development, retail and business banking, lending, financial advisory, operations, risk management, and client relationship management. Proven track record of leading high-performing teams and driving sustainable growth. As an SME consultant, he helps businesses improve sales, marketing, finance, and leadership capabilities. He has extensive experience as a lecturer and instructor for professional and degree programs, including CA Sri Lanka, IBSL, CIM (UK), CMA, AAT, and SANASA Campus. He holds a B.Com and an MBA, supported by internationally recognized professional qualifications.
Qualifications & Background:
- MBA — University of Wolverhampton
- B.Com — University of Peradeniya
- CMA Australia
- Investment Funds in Canada — CSI
- Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing — CIM UK
- Chartered Marketer — CIM UK
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing — UK
- Member of AAT Sri Lanka
Rohitha Bandara
Biography:
A highly accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience in finance leadership, corporate strategy, and sustainability. Currently serving as Executive Director – Finance & ESG at Heyleys Fabric PLC. Holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Colombo and a Bachelor's Degree in Management from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. A Fellow Member of ACCA (UK) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, and an Associate Member of CMA Sri Lanka. Possesses over 20 years of teaching experience for professional examinations including CA Sri Lanka, ACCA, CIMA, and AAT.
Qualifications & Background:
- MBA in Finance — University of Colombo
- Bachelor's Degree in Management — University of Sri Jayewardenepura
- Fellow Member — ACCA UK
- Fellow Member — CA Sri Lanka
- Associate Member — CMA Sri Lanka
Ajith Kumara Sooriyaarachchi
Biography:
A seasoned banking and finance professional with over 26 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in risk management, banking operations, corporate finance, treasury, regulatory compliance, and strategic leadership. Currently serving in a senior leadership capacity, with extensive experience in driving risk governance, regulatory compliance, business resilience, and organizational performance within regulated financial institutions. Visiting Lecturer at the University of Colombo and Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
Qualifications & Background:
- MSc in Investment and Finance — University of South Wales
- MSc in Applied Statistics — University of Colombo
- Master of Economics — University of Colombo
- BA in Economics — University of Peradeniya
- ACCA Member
Shantha Kumara
Biography:
Results-driven Head of Finance with an impressive 18+ years of experience leading multicultural teams, including a remarkable 13-year track record of strategic financial leadership in dynamic, competitive and ever-evolving fashion retail industry. Adept at driving financial performance, optimizing operations, and facilitating growth through financial planning and risk management. Proven knowledge in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, governance and compliance.
Qualifications & Background:
- B.Sc. Accountancy & Finance — Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Associate Member — ACCA
- ACMA/CGMA Member — CIMA
- Associate Member — CA Sri Lanka
Kelum Samarasena
Biography:
A lecturer for Business law, Corporate law, International law, Ethics, Corporate Governance, Enterprise, Entrepreneurship, Project management, Marketing Strategy, Organizational Behavior, and Business Studies. Involved in teaching at university, MSc, MBA, BSC, LLB, CIMA, ACCA, Chartered S1, SLIM. A research supervisor for Masters studies. Functioning as trainer on continuing professional development, corporate personality and business ethics. Freelance journalist/contributor on sustainability / enterprise related content and on all things railways. Having a deep interest and love for desk research on multiple issues. Been involved in secondary market research on assignment for few years, with preference towards issues such as societal trends, legal, demographic, sustainability, supply chains and operations management.
Qualifications & Background:
- Attorney-at-Law — Sri Lanka Law College
- LLB — University of London
- MBA — University of Buckingham
- English Teachers' Training College — Peradeniya