Multiple institutions support APBSL 35th Annual Convention

The 35th Annual Convention of the Association of Professional Bankers of Sri Lanka (APBSL), scheduled for 19-20 February, will bring together a distinguished assembly of banking professionals and industry leaders. It is a flagship event of the banking calendar, serving as a key platform for industry leaders to discuss industry trends and advancement, exchange ideas, and explore the future of banking and finance.

Newgen Software Technologies – Platinum Sponsor

Newgen Software Technologies Ltd., will be the Platinum Sponsor of the 35th Annual Convention of the APB. Newgen Regional Sales Manager Kuldeep Singh Kang officially handed over the sponsorship cheque to APB President Halin Hettigoda and Senior Vice President Anton Arumugam. This partnership reflects Newgen’s commitment to promoting sustainable practices and supporting growth and innovation within the banking and financial services sector.

People’s Leasing & Finance – Platinum Sponsor

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC will be the Platinum Sponsor for the 35th Annual Convention of the APB. People’s Leasing & Finance PLC CEO Sanjeewa Bandaranayake, along with COO Udesh Gunawardena, officially handed over the sponsorship cheque to APB President Halin Hettigoda, Senior Vice President Anton Arumugam, and Council Member E.P.A. Sisira Kumara. This partnership reflects People’s Leasing’s continued commitment to supporting the growth of the banking and finance sector. 

HNB – Gold Partner 

Hatton National Bank (HNB) has officially announced its sponsorship as a Gold Partner of the APB’s 35th Annual Convention. The official sponsorship handover ceremony was held in the presence of HNB Head of Retail Banking Kanchana Karunagama and Head of Marketing Upul Adikari, as well as APB President Halin Hettigoda and Council Members Ramonez Perera and Thushari Hewawasam. HNB is honoured to support this prestigious event, contributing to the growth and progress of the financial industry in Sri Lanka.

Commercial Bank – Gold Sponsor

Commercial Bank has formalised its partnership as a Gold Sponsor for the 35th Annual Convention of the APB. At a special ceremony, Commercial Bank Deputy General Manager – HRM Isuru Tillakawardene and AGM – Corporate Banking B.A.H.S. Preena officially handed over its contribution to APB President Halin Hettigoda and Senior Vice President Anton Arumugam. This partnership highlights Commercial Bank’s ongoing commitment to the development of Sri Lanka’s banking sector, fostering growth, innovation, and excellence, where the Annual Convention serves as a vital platform.

DFCC Bank – Gold Sponsor

DFCC Bank will be the Gold Sponsor of the 35th Annual Convention of the APB, a flagship event in the banking community. The official sponsorship was handed over by DFCC Director/Chief Executive Officer Thimal Perera and Vice President/Head of Marketing Hasitha Samarasinghe to APB President Halin Hettigoda and Senior Vice President Anton Arumugam. This partnership underscores DFCC’s commitment to advancing the banking sector through knowledge-sharing and industry collaboration.

Informatics partners as Gold Sponsor

Informatics Ltd., one of Sri Lanka’s pioneering and leading IT companies, has partnered with the 35th Annual Convention APB as a prestigious Gold Partner. The official partnership was symbolically handed over by Informatics Group Managing Director Hiran Wickramasinghe, General Manager – Financial Services Hasitha Lanka, and Senior Manager – Sales Bandula Ahugoda to APB President Halin Hettigoda, along with Vice President Dilshan Perera and Council Member Asela Wijesiriwardane. This partnership highlights Informatics’ dedication to empowering the banking sector with cutting-edge technology and fostering innovation and growth in the industry.

Home Lands Holding partners as Official Property Developer 

Home Lands Holding Ltd. will be the Official Property Developer for the 35th Annual Convention of the APB, the premier event for the banking community. To commemorate the event, the official sponsorship was handed over by Home Lands Holding Chief Marketing Officer Mario Offen to APB President Halin Hettigoda, Vice President Dilshan Perera, and Council Member Asela Wijesiriwardane. Home Lands Holding, being a leading real estate and property development company, has shown its commitment to support such initiatives that promote innovation and professional growth in Sri Lanka’s financial sector, fostering growth through knowledge-sharing and professional development.

LSEG back as Principal Partner

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), a global leader in financial markets infrastructure and data solutions, has partnered with the 35th Annual Convention of the APB as a Principal Partner. LSEG Customer Success Manager Samanthi Gunasekara handed over the sponsorship to APB President Halin Hettigoda, Vice President Dilshan Perera, and Council Member Asela Wijesiriwardane. This collaboration reflects LSEG’s ongoing commitment to empowering the financial sector in Sri Lanka. By fostering innovation and knowledge-sharing, the LSEG aims to support the banking community in its pursuit of sustainable growth and global competitiveness.

Prompt Express – Gold Sponsor

Prompt Express Ltd. has officially handed over its Gold Sponsorship to the APB for its 35th Annual Convention. At a formal ceremony, Prompt Express Chairman veteran cricketer Aravinda De Silva, along with Director/CEO Sandra Saldine and Senior Manager – Bank Operations Rihan Carrim, handed over the official sponsorship to APB President Halin Hettigoda, Asst. Secretary Isuru Jayaweera, and Council Member Uthpala Herathrandeny, marking a significant partnership in support of the banking industry’s premier event. As a Gold Sponsor, Prompt Express reinforces its continuous commitment to fostering professional growth and innovation in the financial sector.