Banking Veteran Jonathan Alles Joins Singer Finance Board š
Singer Finance (Lanka) PLC has officially appointed former HNB Managing Director/CEO Jonathan Alles as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director, effective following Central Bank approval on March 5, 2026. ā¢ Profile & Expertise: With over 37 years of experience in the banking and finance sectors, Alles has held senior roles at HSBC, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, and Saudi British Bank. He is an MBA graduate (Finance) from the University of Stirling and an Associate Member of the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka. ā¢ Leadership Legacy: He previously served as Chairman of the Sri Lanka Banks Association (2013-2015) and the Asian Bankers Association (2018-2021). His career includes chairmanship and board roles at major entities including HNB Finance PLC, Lanka Clear Ltd, and Acuity Partners. ā¢ Current Engagements: Alles currently holds independent directorships across diverse sectors, including United Motors Lanka, Lion Brewery, Hayleys PLC, and Singer SL PLC. ā¢ Strategic Impact: This appointment brings deep institutional knowledge to Singer Finance's governance, particularly in navigating Sri Lanka's evolving financial services landscape. Based on official filings, Alles holds no relevant shares or debentures in the company. _Source: Based on provisional corporate disclosures._