Dr. Chamara Bandara joins Kapruka Holdings as Independent Director

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Dr. Chamara Bandara

Kapruka Holdings PLC, Sri Lanka’s leading e-commerce platform, is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Chamara Bandara to its Board of Directors as an Independent Director.

With over two decades of experience in financial management, corporate strategy, and business consulting, Dr. Bandara’s expertise will be invaluable as Kapruka advances its innovative ‘Partner Central’ project.

‘Partner Central’ marks a significant shift in Kapruka’s business model, moving from traditional inventory to a dynamic, on-demand stock approach. This invite-only platform ensures high vendor quality and reduces capital expenditure on inventory, allowing Kapruka to expand its product range up to 50 times more than before. This strategic move enhances Kapruka’s market presence and aligns with evolving customer demands.

Dr. Bandara’s extensive background in financial restructuring and strategic planning will be crucial in guiding ‘Partner Centra’ to success.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Bandara to our Board,” said Kapruka Holdings PLC Founder and Chairman Dulith Herath. “His expertise will help us optimise our resources and drive sustained growth.”

Dr. Bandara added: “I am honoured to join Kapruka at this exciting time. ‘Partner Central’ is a game-changer for Sri Lanka’s e-commerce industry, and I look forward to contributing to its success.”

Kapruka Holdings PLC is Sri Lanka’s largest and most trusted e-commerce platform, offering a wide range of products and services, including gift delivery, online shopping, and logistics solutions. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Kapruka continues to lead the e-commerce industry in Sri Lanka.

Dr. Chamara Bandara is a senior Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of experience. He holds a PhD in Business/Management and an MBA. He is the Founder of SCB Corporate and Corporate Doctors Ltd., with extensive leadership roles in accounting and business strategy in Sri Lanka.