SDB Bank Appoints Manoj Akmeemana as Chief Executive Officer

SDB Bank has appointed Manoj Akmeemana as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), bringing an experienced banking professional to lead the institution’s operations and strategic direction.

Akmeemana brings more than three decades of experience in Sri Lanka’s financial services sector, with expertise spanning retail banking, corporate banking, risk management, recoveries and institutional leadership.

Prior to joining SDB Bank, he held senior positions at other financial institutions, building a career across several key areas of banking and financial management.

His appointment comes as SDB Bank focuses on strengthening its operations, expanding digital services and enhancing support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), retail customers and the co-operative sector.

Commenting on his priorities, Akmeemana highlighted sustainable growth, improved customer service, technology adoption and financial inclusion as key areas of focus.

SDB Bank is a licensed specialised bank in Sri Lanka with a longstanding focus on serving co-operative societies, small businesses and individual customers. Its role in supporting these segments positions it within the country’s broader efforts to expand access to financial services and promote inclusive economic development.

Akmeemana’s leadership is expected to guide the bank’s strategic priorities as it continues to respond to changing customer needs and developments in the financial services industry.

Further details regarding the effective date of his appointment and other related corporate disclosures were not specified in the announcement.