Veteran Banker Chitral De Silva joins SDB bank leadership team

SDB bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Chitral De Silva to its Corporate Management team as the Deputy General Manager/Chief Business Officer. With a distinguished career spanning over four decades in the banking sector, Mr. De Silva brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of driving transformational growth.

Mr. De Silva’s illustrious career began at Deutsche Bank, where he honed his skills in banking operations. He later held senior leadership roles at Seylan Bank, where he played a pivotal role in the organization’s success. His areas of expertise include Branch Banking Operations, Development Banking, Recoveries, Remittances, and delivering strategic business outcomes. Beyond traditional banking, Mr. De Silva has showcased his adaptability and innovative mindset through his consultancy in Business Development with with Emojot Inc. a Silicon Valley-based information technology company, focusing on digital transformation and customer-centric solutions.

Throughout his career, Mr. De Silva has consistently delivered exceptional results, including expanding branch networks, enhancing profitability, and spearheading key strategic initiatives. His experience in implementing digital banking solutions, optimizing operational efficiency, and fostering robust customer engagement positions him as a valuable asset to SDB bank.

SDB bank remains committed to its vision of empowering communities through innovative financial solutions. The addition of Mr. De Silva to the Corporate Management team underscores the bank’s dedication to strengthening its leadership and delivering unparalleled value to its stakeholders.

About SDB bank:

A future-ready bank, dedicated to offering customer-centric and comprehensive support tailored to each individual's needs, SDB bank is a licensed specialized bank regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, with a listing on the Main Board of the Colombo Stock Exchange and a Fitch Rating of BB +(lka). Through the network of 94 branches island-wide, the bank provides a comprehensive range of financial services to its Retail, SME, Co-operative, and Business Banking clients across the country. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are deeply ingrained in SDB Bank's ethos, with a steadfast focus on uplifting local communities and businesses through sustainable practices. The bank is particularly committed to promoting women's empowerment, sustainable development of SMEs, and digital inclusion, aiming to propel Sri Lanka to new heights.

Mr. Chitral De Silva, Deputy General Manager/Chief Business Officer, SDB Bank