20 February 2024: Standard Chartered has appointed Chamikara Wijesinghe as Head of Consumer, Private and Business Banking (CPBB) in Sri Lanka, effective February 5, 2024.
Commenting on the new appointment, Bingumal Thewarathanthri, CEO of Standard Chartered Sri Lanka, stated, “We are pleased to announce the appointment of Chamikara Wijesinghe as the Head of Consumer Private and Business Banking for Sri Lanka. His extensive experience and expertise in consumer banking make him invaluable to our team. The appointment also reflects our commitment to recognise and promote internal talent, creating a culture of growth and career potential within the organisation. We are confident that, Chamikara’s proven track record in banking will strengthen this vital area of business.”
Previously, Chamikara headed Retail Analytics and Client Experience while overseeing the Business Planning function for CPBB. In his new role, he will be responsible for the country’s CPBB business and be a part of the Bank’s Country Management Team. Expressing enthusiasm about his new role, Chamikara said, “It is an honour to lead the Consumer, Private and Business Banking team at Standard Chartered Sri Lanka. I am committed to promoting a robust CPBB strategy that not only meets the diverse needs of our customers but also drives innovation and excellence. I look forward to leveraging my experience and expertise to lead our team towards achieving new heights of success and delivering exceptional value to our clients and stakeholders.”
Chamikara holds a Master’s and a Bachelor’s in Business Management from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, along with an Advanced Certificate in Executive Management from the Postgraduate Institute of Management, Sri Lanka. Chamikara’s career spans an extensive 27 years in Consumer Banking, which began as a Teller with ANZ Grindlays. Demonstrating a depth of knowledge, he has held various senior positions and possesses a wealth of expertise in key areas of Consumer Banking, including Branch Banking, Sales, Client Portfolio Management, Retail Products & Segments, and Wealth Management.
