Prof. P.N.D. Fernando has officially took over as Chairman of Sri Lanka's state-owned People’s Bank today (November 18) at a ceremony held at the bank’s Head Office attended by CEO/GM of People's Bank, Clive Fonseka and the bank's senior management.
Prof. Fernando brings with him over 25 years of experience in finance, banking, and higher education. He has made notable contributions as a leading academic, having served as a Professor and Head of the Department of Finance at the University of Kelaniya.
In addition to his academic achievements, Prof. Fernando holds a PhD in Government Economics from Central China Normal University. Prof. Fernando has been a consultant and resource person for leading financial institutions in Sri Lanka, such as the Colombo Stock Exchange and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka.
In a statement, he emphasised his vision for People’s Bank, aiming to enhance digital transformation, drive customer-centric growth, and build a stronger, more sustainable banking network to support the evolving needs of the nation.
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