Mr. D.M.D. Krishan Thilakaratne
Mr. Thilakeratne joined LOLC Microfinance Bank, Pakistan as the Chairman in 2024.
He is currently serving as the Director / Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of LOLC Finance PLC., which is the largest non-bank financial entity in Sri Lanka.
Mr. Thilakeratne started his career as a Marketing Executive at Seylan Bank PLC., in 1990 and has been in the banking sector for over two and a half decades.
Mr. Thilakaratne held many senior positions at LOLC such as CEO LOLC Factors, CEO Auto Finance Business Unit, CEO Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC., Group Head of Islamic Finance, etc.
In addition to above positions Mr. Thilakaratne also holds key positions in LOLC Group entities such as Seylan Bank PLC., LOLC Myanmar Microfinance Ltd., Commercial Insurance Brokers Ltd., Fazo S Mcrofinance Deposit Organization – Tajikistan, OSJC Microfinance Company 'ABN' – Kyrgyzstan, etc.
He is a member of the Charted Institute of Management Accountants – UK, Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka, Former president – Finance House Association of Sri Lanka. He has followed a Strategic Leadership training program in Microfinance, offered by Harvard Business School USA.
Mr. Montini Warnakula
Mr. Montini Warnakula is presently serving as the Chief Operating Officer for LOLC Finance PLC., Mr. Warnakula joined LOLC Group in 1999 as a Marketing Executive and progressed within the group for
more than two and a half decades.
During his career, Mr. Warnakula held key positions at LOLC such as Marketing Development Manager, Regional Manager and a Business Unit Head. Apart from his key duties he was the former President of LOLC Sport and Recreational Club.
Prior to joining LOLC Group, Mr. Warnakula worked at Seylan Bank PLC from 1993 to 1998 which is a leading bank in Sri Lanka.
Mr. Warnakula holds a Masters degree in business administration from Cardiff, Metropolitan University, United Kingdom and currently studying for CMA – Australia.
Mr. Warnakula instrumented few key initiatives at LOLC, such as vehicle related promotions, green-energy and tree planting activities, etc., which resulted in both financial and non-financial benefits.
Mr. Warnakula joined the board of LOLC Microfinance Bank, Pakistan in 2024 as a non-executive director.
Mr. Chandana Jayanath
Mr. Chandana Jayanath is serving as the Chief Recovery Officer for LOLC Group. Mr. Jayanath joined LOLC Group in 2004 and has over 20 years of experience within the group.
Prior to joining LOLC Group, Mr. Jayanath worked at Vanik Incorporation Limited.
In addition to his current role, Mr. Jayanath holds a senior position in LOLC Factors Ltd., a subsidiary of LOLC Group.
Mr. Jayanath holds a doctorate in Philosophy from IIC University, Cambodia and MBA from Cardiff Metropolitan University, United Kingdom. He holds memberships in Sri Lanka Institute of Credit Management, Institute of Credit Management – Australia, Charted Professional Managers – Sri Lanka and Charted Institute of Credit Management – United Kingdom.
Mr. Jayanath instrumented in introducing a new recovery and collection strategy in LOLC which is used by many overseas countries within the Group such as Cambodia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, etc.
Mr. Jayanath joined the board of LOLC Microfinance Bank, Pakistan in 2024 as a non-executive director.
Mr. Conrad Dias
Mr. F. Kankanamalage Conrad Prasad Niroshan Dias is the Director LOLC Holdings PLC / Chairman LOLC Finance PLC and has been part of the LOLC group since 2007. During his tenure he has served on many key positions and being a passionate supporter of Business and financial technology, he has played an important role in the growth and digitalization of the company.
With his expertise in Fintech, he provides strategic directions for business operations, long-term planning, partnerships, product management, and software development.
Mr. Conrad Dias has a MBA from the University of Leicester, Fellow member Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK), and Chartered Global Management Accountants (USA). Fellow of British Computer Society. He also received the inaugural CIMA 50 Business Icon Award and was the only Sri Lankan to be inducted into the Global CIO Hall of Fame of CIO 100.
Mr. Dulip Rasika Samaraweera
Mr.Dulip Rasika Samaraweera is part of LOLC Holdings group since 2007 and these days he is serving as Deputy General Manager – Business Acquisition and Development. He has diversified knowledge in the areas of financial management, strategic planning, process improvement, investment, and acquisitions.
With his financial expertise and experience of about 20 years, He is not only in charge of all aspects of the strategic investment growth of LOLC Group’s investee companies but also oversees LOLC Cambodia PLC, LOLC Myanmar Microfinance Company Limited, LOLC Bank Philippines, and LOLC Finance Philippines.
Mr.Dulip is a graduate of the University of Jayawardenapura- Srilanka and is also finalist of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants ( CIMA)- UK.
Ms. Sarajika Sunjeevani Kotakadeniya
Ms. Sunjeevani is working with LOLC Holdings PLC since 2005 as chief financial officer and provides financial management guidance to all companies within the group. Along with this, she leads the group’s technical team to ensure up-to-date compliance with all accounting standards.
She has over 20 years of experience in the field of financial services and has been a catalyst in restructuring and change management, mergers and acquisitions, and project management. In past, she has held many key positions in reputable companies to provide guidance on insurance, Factoring, Fund Management, Unit Trusts, and Stockbroking.
She is a fellow member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK), and Chartered Global Management Accountants (USA). She also holds a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Colombo.
Dr. Khawar Siddique Khokhar
Dr. Khawar is one of the board members (authority) of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority which is the regulator for the establishment, operation, and maintenance of telecommunication systems and the provision of telecommunication services in Pakistan. He has his doctorate in Electronics from Durham, United Kingdom, and an MSc in Communications and Electronics Engineering from the University of Engineering & Technology.
Dr. Khawar has more than 3 decades of diversified experience in Financial Management, Fintech, Telecom engineering, and public sector strategic planning.
During his professional work span, he successfully implemented Asan Mobile Account, BISP’s Ehsas program, Regulating Telecom & IT industry, Consumer Protection Divisions of PTA, Performance monitoring and testing of GSM and CDMA networks, etc.
Additionally, he has expertise in developing network and business plans for operators including Vodafone, MTN, Morocco Telecom, Tanzania Telecom, and Etisalat
Mr. Muhammad Aslam
Mr. Muhammad Aslam by profession is a Corporate Governance Lawyer. Presently working as Director Legal in Sunwalk Group, he provides legal guidance on various multibillion projects. Mr. Minhas has more than 30 years- of extensive experience in the field of corporate compliance, law, regulatory affairs, and corporate responsibility. Previously, he remained associated with Telecom, Banking, and Power sector supporting and advising on various critical cases.
Mr. Aslam Minhas holds a Master’s Degree in Economics from Punjab University and is an Alumni of the International Development Law Organization. He also has certifications and diplomas from Microsoft, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, etc.
Mr. Farooq Rashid
Mr. Farooq Rashid brings over 25 years of rich experience working in Microfinance Industry as well as Commercial Bank. Prior to joining Pak Oman Microfinance Bank, he was one of the key member of senior leadership of NRSP Bank where he was instrumental for integration and execution of several business and operational strategic plans. He has also worked at Mobilink Microfinance Bank and Askari Bank Limited at various senior positions. His core strengths includes but not limited to branchless, consumer and corporate banking. Mr. Farooq Rashid holds an MBA degree from Brenau University, USA and BBA degree from Kennesaw State University, USA.
