Daminda Bandara

Strategic and results driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with over 16 years of executive level experience across diverse industries including Hospitality, Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, Apparel, Construction, IT, and NGOs. Recognized for delivering financial leadership, operational excellence, and long term value creation across Sri Lanka and the Asia Pacific region. Proven expertise in strategic financial planning, budgeting, capital allocation, IFRS compliance, and risk management, with a strong track record of driving revenue growth, cost optimization, and business transformation. Experienced in M&A, investment strategies, and corporate governance, ensuring transparency, accountability, and sustainable business expansion. Skilled at leading high performing finance teams, mentoring talent, and fostering a culture of financial discipline. Adept at cross-functional collaboration with operations, marketing, and executive leadership to align business strategies with financial goals. A Fellow of FCIT (SL) and an Associate Member of CIMA (UK) and CGMA (US), with extensive expertise in digital finance transformation, ERP implementation, and performance monitoring. Committed to enabling organizations to achieve financial resilience, profitability, and competitive advantage in dynamic global markets.