Oct 03, 2014 (LBO) - Sri Lanka’s First Capital Holdings PLC, announced the appointment of Dilshan Wirasekara as its Chief Executive Officer, the company said in a media release.
“This is a significant time in the development of the company and it is a privilege to step into this role,” Dilshan Wirasekara, new CEO of First Capital Holdings PLC said.
“I am excited about meeting the challenges and opportunities of the coming years and am looking forward to leveraging our resources and leadership capabilities to drive the next stage of First Capital’s growth.”
Wirasekara previously held the role of Deputy CEO at First Capital and brings 18 years of experience in financial services, spanning both debt and equity related businesses.
Since joining the company in late 2013, Dilshan has managed the integration of the five subsidiary business units, enabling the First Capital Group to provide a wide range of non-banking financial solutions, leading the company to achieving a sound and sustainable business performance.
Dilshan will continue to oversee operations across the subsidiary businesses of the Group and will play a critical role in strengthening the company’s Corporate Advisory Services, while emphasising broader investment banking services