š SDB Bank Appoints Banking Veteran Manoj Akmeemana as New CEO
SDB bank has announced the appointment of Manoj Akmeemana as its Chief Executive Officer to drive strategic business expansion, digital transformation, and growth in the micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) sector across Sri Lanka. ⢠Leadership & Background: ⢠Over 35 years of financial sector experience spanning corporate, SME, and retail banking, strategy, and risk management. ⢠Former Senior Deputy General Manager at Sampath Bank PLC, with experience in credit control, corporate finance, recoveries, and branch operations. ⢠International experience as Head of Authorisation at the Commercial Bank of Qatar. ⢠Strategic Focus: ⢠Expertise in corporate lending, renewable energy financing, and financial inclusion at the bottom of the economic pyramid. ⢠Positioned to support SDB bank's commitment to sustainable development, customer-focused innovation, and nationwide economic progress.