Chairman
Maj Gen (Dr) P A Chrisantha Fernando (Retd) is a highly accomplished Consultant Anaesthetist with over 34 years of medical service, including 20 years at leading private hospitals in Sri Lanka. A decorated officer of the Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps, he has held senior leadership positions such as Director General Army Health Services and Colonel Commandant of the Army Medical Corps, Director Army Medical Services, and Director Army Hospital, Colombo.
Dr Fernando earned his MBBS and MD in Anaesthesiology from the University of Colombo complemented by advanced training in the UK.
With extensive expertise in anaesthesiology, health services management, military medical leadership, emergency care, crisis management and strategic planning, his career highlights include spearheading the enhancement of Army hospitals across the country, leading COVID-19 prevention efforts in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, and mentoring the next generation of military medical professionals
Group Managing Director
FCA, FCCA, FCMA, FMAAT, MBA, B.Sc. Accountancy (Special) – First Class Honours
Mr. Chaaminda Kumarasiri is an award-winning Chartered Accountant, accomplished management consultant, and respected business advisor with a distinguished record of leadership and excellence. He has held senior roles across prominent local and multinational organizations and continues to play a vital role in Sri Lanka’s corporate landscape.
Currently, Mr. Kumarasiri serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director of several publicly listed companies across diverse sectors. In these capacities, he chairs key Board Sub-Committees including the Audit Committee, Integrated Risk Management Committee, Nominations and Governance Committee, Related Party Review Committee, and the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee.
He was the sole South Asian representative on the I
MBA (Finance) (USQ), FCA (CA), PGDFA, Dip( Mkt) (SLIM), ISSCA, HNDIT
Mr. Sirimal Senaratne is a highly accomplished Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, with over 25 years of exceptional professional experience spanning Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Business Advisory, Commercial Banking, Project Finance, Strategic and Corporate Planning, International Business, and Healthcare. His illustrious career is characterized by a steadfast commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership. Mr. Senaratne possesses expertise in an extensive array of disciplines, including Business and Finance Advisory, Corporate Communication and Diplomacy, Business Analysis, Capital Markets, Transaction Advisory, Portfolio Management, Strategic Management, Government Projects, Investor Relations, Healthcare Finance, Project Managem
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MHRM (Colombo)
Mr. Sajith Govinda Wickramaarachchi is a distinguished professional with an illustrious career spanning over four decades, celebrated for his expertise in strategic HR leadership and operations. His remarkable journey includes pivotal roles at multinational conglomerates and leading local enterprises such as Ceylon Tobacco Company, Virtusa, MAS Holdings, Loadstar, Bank of Ceylon, Brandix, Ceylon Biscuits, and LAUGFS Holdings.
Sajith’s career is defined by his exceptional ability to revolutionize human capital and implement groundbreaking HR transformations. During his tenure at Ceylon Tobacco Company, a global leader in best practices, Sajith honed his expertise and laid the foundation for his trailblazing career. Building on this, he has driven transformational initiatives fo
B.Sc. Estate Management and Valuation (USJ), FCA, FCMA
Mr. Nusith Kumaratunga is a distinguished finance professional with over two decades of experience in audit, tax planning, and business consultancy. A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka and a member of the Institute of Certified Management Accountants, he possesses extensive expertise in financial management, business process restructuring, and productivity improvement. He began his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers before establishing Nusith Kumaratunga & Co. in 2000, a renowned firm specializing in providing audit, tax, and consultancy services, particularly catering to the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector. With a strong focus on business process restructuring, special investigations, and project proposal preparation, he has been instrumental in enhan
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Mr. S. M. D. Suriyakumara is an accomplished C-suite professional with over 25 years of executive management expertise spanning multiple industries, including FMCG, automotive, medical care, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals. He is a results-driven leader with a proven track record of driving business growth and fostering innovation. Currently, Mr. Suriyakumara serves as the Head of Maliban Bioventures, a diversified venture within the Maliban Group. His expertise extends across key business functions, including manufacturing, sales, and marketing, where he has consistently delivered strategic and operational excellence. Beyond his corporate leadership, Mr. Suriyakumara has played a significant role in shaping industry discourse through his involvement in prestigious trade and business
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LL.B (Colombo), LL. M. in IBEL - International Business and Economic Law (Georgetown University), ACMA & CGMA (CIMA)
Ms. Shamalie Madhu Jayatunge is a highly accomplished legal professional with extensive expertise in international business law, dispute resolution, and corporate advisory services. Over the course of her career, which spans more than a decade, she has earned a reputation for providing strategic legal advice on a variety of complex matters, including corporate restructuring, public-private partnerships, and high-value transactions. Her ability to navigate intricate legal and business environments has made her a trusted advisor across multiple industries. Her academic credentials are outstanding. Shamalie earned a Master of Laws in International Business and Economic Law from Georgetown University, graduating with distinction. She was the recipient of several prestigious awards, including
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Mr. Ranasinghe currently serves as a Director at the Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance, Economic Stabilization and National Policies. He has over 23 years of experience in the public sector and has been extensively involved in the oversight of major State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), including State Banks. He has served as a Board Member of several SOEs, including the Neville Fernando Teaching Hospital, Vehicle Emission Trust Fund, Litro Gas Lanka Ltd, and Elkaduwa Plantations Ltd. In addition, he has contributed to many high-level committees and continues to serve as a Board Member and Chairman of the Audit Committees of the State Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Corporation, Kalubowitiyana Tea Factory Ltd, and Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation. He also serves as the Chairma
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He has over 40 years of multidisciplinary experience in healthcare management and marketing among others. Associated with the Fortis Group since 2002, he has held many leadership positions within the organisation, creating many successful businesses and powerful teams across the Fortis network. He is an alumnus of the Lawrence School, Sanawar. Current appointments: A Executive Vice President, Fortis Healthcare Ltd. Previous appointments: A Vice President-Marketing at Hero Motors A Many leadership positions in the Fortis Healthcare Group.
MHA, Hospital & Healthcare (IIHMR University), MDP (Indian School of Business), B.Sc ASR (Ali Yavar Jung National Institute)
Ms. Richa is Chief of Strategy & Operations at Fortis Healthcare, India’s second largest healthcare provider with a network of 28 hospitals across the country. She is also a member of the Executive Committee responsible for guiding various initiatives for Fortis group. She played a crucial role in enabling two of the largest acquisitions in healthcare sector. Ms. Richa has completed her master’s Program in Hospital Management from the prestigious Indian Institute of Healthcare Management Research, Jaipur and advance management program from Indian Schools of Business (ISB), Hyderabad. She has twenty-four years of experience as a Healthcare Management Professional. Over the years she has worked in setting up different healthcare format ranging from mother & child, single super specialt
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