Janashakthi Insurance Strengthens Board with Strategic Appointments 📈
Janashakthi Insurance PLC has announced the appointment of Hasitha Leanage and Hugh Terry as Independent Non-Executive Directors, effective 20 April 2026. These appointments aim to bolster the Board’s expertise in life insurance, digital innovation, and global financial strategy. • New Board Appointments: Hasitha Leanage: A corporate finance and actuarial specialist with 15+ years of experience. He is a Director at Accede Capital and has extensive experience in capital markets, M&A, and solvency analysis across Sri Lanka and the UK. Hugh Terry: Founder and CEO of The Digital Insurer with 30+ years of global experience. Based in Singapore, he specializes in digital transformation and technology-driven change within the insurance sector. • Strategic Impact: The inclusion of these professionals reinforces Janashakthi’s focus on financial strategy and digital modernization. The move aligns with the company's goal to drive innovation and resilience in the local insurance sector. • Board Composition: Following these additions, the Board comprises 11 members, including Chairperson Annika Senanayake and CEO Ravi Liyanage. The appointments have been notified to the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) for final approval.