Business
NDB Wealth Management team strengthened
NDB Wealth Management, the largest private sector Asset Management firm in Sri Lanka with over LKR 130 Bn in total Assets Under Management (AUM), is the leading Unit Trust Management firm in the country offering clients investment services through private portfolio management and Unit Trust investments.
Driven with the passion to deliver the best to its loyal clients and to continue to uplift its service offerings through professionalism and dedication, NDB Wealth Management is pleased to announce the key and strategic appointments of Ms. Vindhya Jayasekera as Chief Investment Officer and Mr. Indika De Silva as Vice President.
Vindhya Jayasekera, Chief Investment Officer, heads the Asset Management Division of NDB Wealth Management overseeing all equity and fixed income portfolios. Since joining the company in 2010, she has managed its unit trust product portfolio of various risk rated funds ranging from equity to fixed income. Backed with over eighteen years of combined experience in the investment banking and fund management industry, her previous work experience includes NDB Investment Bank and Lehman Brothers U.S.A.
Sharing her thoughts, Vindhya said, “I am excited to see how we can work to further develop our business operations and introduce new service offerings to enhance the client experience. The knowledge I have gained in Investment Banking and Asset Management will no doubt be an asset and together with my team of experienced fund managers and analysts I look forward to leveraging on our offerings to the company.”
An alumnus of the University of Moratuwa, Vindhya graduated with first class honors in BSc (Eng) in Civil Engineering. She is a recipient of the Fulbright Scholarship under which she completed her MSc in Finance at the University of Illinois, USA with a medal for Academic Excellence in the program. She is a CFA Charter holder and a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) of the Global Association of Risk Professionals and received her ACMA and CGMA designation from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants in 2014.
Indika De Silva, Vice President at NDB Wealth Management commenced his career at NDB Wealth in 2008 as a Management Trainee. Indika, a CFA Charter holder is also a graduate of University of London, where he acquired his Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance. Indika has also obtained qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
“I am honored to be a part of the rich history of NDB Wealth Management Limited, where I have had the privilege of sharing my experience with some of the best Fund Managers in the Industry. The knowledge and experience I gained while managing Funds of the diverse clientele and working with the best Investment, Operations and Relationship Management teams have immensely contributed to what I have accomplished at NDB Wealth. I intend to extend my best efforts to NDB Wealth with utmost integrity and honesty in the future as well,” commented Indika.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
Business
Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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