Sanjaya Gunawardana, new MD/CEO of Sampath Bank
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Mr. Sanjaya Gunawardana
Sanjaya Gunawardana officially commenced his tenure as the 9th Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Sampath Bank Plc on Wednesday, the bank announced.
He succeeds Ms. Ayodhya Iddawela Perera, who concluded her term in office after steering the bank through a period of growth and transformation, leaving behind a legacy of commitment, excellence, and service.
Mr. Gunawardana is a distinguished banking professional with over 36 years of experience across Retail Banking, Trade Finance, Information Technology, Strategic Planning, and Organisational Development. His multidimensional expertise and forward-looking approach to leadership have positioned him as a transformative figure in Sri Lanka’s banking industry.
Under his stewardship, Sampath Bank has embarked on its second major technological evolution, integrating AI-powered machine learning models into core banking operations to enhance efficiency, strengthen risk management, and enable data-driven decision-making. He regards technology as a strategic enabler and catalyst for organisational progress, capable of enabling value for customers while reinforcing operational excellence.
In addition to his executive role as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Sampath Bank, Mr. Gunawardana currently serves on the Boards of the Sri Lanka Bankers’ Association, Lanka Financial Services Bureau Ltd, and Lanka Pay (Pvt) Ltd.
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