📈 SDB Bank Announces CEO Transition for October 2026

• Executive Departure: SANASA Development Bank PLC (SDB bank) announced that Executive Director/CEO Kapila Ariyaratne will step down from his position and cease to serve on the Board of Directors, effective 6 October 2026, upon completion of his contractual arrangement. • Succession Plan: In line with the bank's approved succession plan, Manoj Akmeemana (currently Deputy CEO) will succeed as Chief Executive Officer, effective 7 October 2026, subject to Central Bank of Sri Lanka approval. • Incoming CEO Profile: Manoj Akmeemana joined SDB bank as Deputy CEO in January 2026. He brings over 35 years of experience in the financial services sector, having previously held senior leadership roles at Sampath Bank PLC, including Senior Deputy General Manager specializing in credit control, risk, and operational oversight. • Outgoing CEO Profile: Kapila Ariyaratne, who joined SDB bank as CEO in October 2024, concludes a key tenure. He previously served as Director/CEO of Seylan Bank PLC for over a decade and held roles across multiple local and international institutions, including Nations Trust Bank PLC and People’s Bank PLC.