Dr. Nirmal De Silva Email & Phone Number

Colombo, Wp, Lk

Colombo, Wp, Lk

Asia

Currently I serve on the board of a number of companies in diverse industries such as banking, agriculture, food & beverage, technology, handicrafts, education, learning & development, facilities management, portfolio investment, professional services, digital entertainment, consumer goods & lifestyle services.

Sri Lanka

The Company has been navigating the challenges of banking, finance, and leasing industries in Sri Lanka for the past 39 years. In 2019 we embarked on a new transformational journey to renew, revitalise, and reposition of our business paradigm to fulfil the uncharted potential of the Company with the capital infusion by our majority shareholder, Sterling Capital Investments (Pvt) Ltd., (SCIL) and the appointment of the Board of Directors with significant banking and finance industry expertise… Show more The Company has been navigating the challenges of banking, finance, and leasing industries in Sri Lanka for the past 39 years. In 2019 we embarked on a new transformational journey to renew, revitalise, and reposition of our business paradigm to fulfil the uncharted potential of the Company with the capital infusion by our majority shareholder, Sterling Capital Investments (Pvt) Ltd., (SCIL) and the appointment of the Board of Directors with significant banking and finance industry expertise and the dynamic management team to lead the key business functions have privileged us to focus on our next phase of business Show less

Sri Lanka

Lanka Impact Investing Network (LIIN) has pioneered together with Lanka Social Ventures (LSV) setting up the National Advisory Board for Impact Investing in Sri Lanka (NABIISL) in partnership with the Global Steering Group for Impact Investing (GSG) with the primary objective of harnessing the growth in Impact Enterprises in Sri Lanka through finance

Sri Lanka

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Asia Pacific Institute of Money and Entrepreneurship Development (IMED) is a newly established organization with the primary objective of developing entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka and expanding into the Asia Pacific region. Our aim is to emerge as the premier body in Sri Lanka and the Asia Pacific region to develop entrepreneurship by way of advisory services, capacity building, introducing specific short-term courses, conducting seminars and workshops in the field of entrepreneurship… Show more Asia Pacific Institute of Money and Entrepreneurship Development (IMED) is a newly established organization with the primary objective of developing entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka and expanding into the Asia Pacific region. Our aim is to emerge as the premier body in Sri Lanka and the Asia Pacific region to develop entrepreneurship by way of advisory services, capacity building, introducing specific short-term courses, conducting seminars and workshops in the field of entrepreneurship development, financial acumen, skill development for new business ventures and SMEs Show less

Colombo District, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Asia Pacific Technology Systems (PVT) Ltd. (APTS), the leading, multi award-winning Information Technology Solutions provider. APTS prides itself in providing its clients with end-to-end solutions and caters to the requirements of businesses of any size across multiple industries. APTS has consistently met the requirements of clients based on innovative thinking and unparalleled service levels.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Member of the Board of Advance Studies & ResearchMember of the Academic Council

Sri Lanka

The prime objective of the Ministry is to bring systematic changes and development processes into the urban community in Sri Lanka which will ensure that the inhabitants of urban areas become a part of socio economic development of the country while maintaining high levels in quality of life.

Sri Lanka

Chairman of the Board Information Communication Technology CommitteeMember of the Board Human Resources & Remuneration CommitteeMember of the Board Nomination CommitteeThe Regional Development Bank (RDB) is the Premier State Owned Development Bank in Sri Lanka.The 100% State owned bank was set up with the objective of improving the living standards of the rural masses by providing them accessible and affordable credit facilities that in turn would contribute to strengthen… Show more Chairman of the Board Information Communication Technology CommitteeMember of the Board Human Resources & Remuneration CommitteeMember of the Board Nomination CommitteeThe Regional Development Bank (RDB) is the Premier State Owned Development Bank in Sri Lanka.The 100% State owned bank was set up with the objective of improving the living standards of the rural masses by providing them accessible and affordable credit facilities that in turn would contribute to strengthen the rural economy. RDB was established under the Pradheshiya Sanwardana Bank Act No.41 of 2008 Show less

Sri Lanka

Regus is the world’s largest provider of flexible workplaces.Over a million customers a day benefit from our locationsspread across almost 100 countries. With our everexpanding range of innovative products and services weenable people to work their way whether it’s from home,on the road or from an office. Please visit www.regus.com for further information

hSenid Software International (Pvt) Ltd. is a software development company with offices in United States, Singapore, India and R&D centers in Sri Lanka & Malaysia. It was founded in 1997 with the aim of supplying high quality software products and services to its customers world wide.hSenid is an Application and Service provider for the Telecom, Financial and Enterprise markets. We specialize in Human Resource Applications and Mobile Applications and are also widely recognized for its… Show more hSenid Software International (Pvt) Ltd. is a software development company with offices in United States, Singapore, India and R&D centers in Sri Lanka & Malaysia. It was founded in 1997 with the aim of supplying high quality software products and services to its customers world wide.hSenid is an Application and Service provider for the Telecom, Financial and Enterprise markets. We specialize in Human Resource Applications and Mobile Applications and are also widely recognized for its reliable offshore/outsourcing capabilities.With a staff of over 275 skilled engineers worldwide, hSenid offers the best solutions for your business. Our clients include some of world's major Financial Institutions, Airlines, Telco's, Insurance Companies, FMCG's, Services Companies, NGO's and Diversified ConglomeratesI was responsible for HCMS Solutions, Telco Solutions & Outsourcing Business in Malaysia & ASEAN Region. The list of customers that I deal with range from Telco, Large Corporates, MNC's, Government Sector & SME's. The range of partners/alliances that I manage include Consultants, ISV's, Software Companies, System Integrators (SI's) and Technology Partners. The range of solutions that I was responsible included Enterprise Solutions as well as Cloud Based offerings Show less

Sri Lanka & Maldives

Ingram Micro Inc., a Fortune 100 company, is the world’s largest technology distributor and a leading technology sales, marketing and logistics company for the IT industry worldwide. As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics services, technical support, financial services and product aggregation and distribution.I was overall in charge of 13+… Show more Ingram Micro Inc., a Fortune 100 company, is the world’s largest technology distributor and a leading technology sales, marketing and logistics company for the IT industry worldwide. As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics services, technical support, financial services and product aggregation and distribution.I was overall in charge of 13+ vendor lines from a product management perspective with responsibility to drive revenue of approximately US$ 20 million.This also involved managing and dealing with over 150 active channel partners across the region. These included large MNC & Local System Integrators (SI's), H/W partners, S/W partners, ISV's, Consulting Companies, Retail Partners & JV Investors & Consortium's. From a Country Head perspective, I was responsible for overall operations, sales, marketing, product management, logisitics, HR planning and Profitability of the entity. Show less

Maldives

Focus Computers Pvt Ltd, the pioneer IT Company in the Republic of Maldives. Since inception in 1994, with a modest beginning and being the distributor for ALR, the Company has passed several milestones to achieve the leading position in the market today and proudly represent leading brands such as HP, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Diebold ATM to name a fewI was responsible for the overall profitability of the organization. The key performance indicators were based on sales, marketing… Show more Focus Computers Pvt Ltd, the pioneer IT Company in the Republic of Maldives. Since inception in 1994, with a modest beginning and being the distributor for ALR, the Company has passed several milestones to achieve the leading position in the market today and proudly represent leading brands such as HP, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Diebold ATM to name a fewI was responsible for the overall profitability of the organization. The key performance indicators were based on sales, marketing, channel management & operations.I was able to successfully increase market share and generate a 300% YOY revenue growthWas able to to increase the number of channel partners for the business by 600% YOY Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Responsible for Channel & Alliance development in Australasia & APAC emerging markets.

Professional Qualification, Accounting And Business/Management

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants® (CIMA), founded in 1919, is the world’s leading and largest professional body.

Mba, International Business

Activities and Societies: Vice President of the ECU MBA Alumni Sri Lanka Branch International Business

Bachelor Of Business Management, Business Management

Activities and Societies: Monash Business Society, Monash Golden Key International Honour Society, Member of the Monash University Sri.

Certified Management Accountant, Management Accountancy, Cma

The Institute was incorporated in 1996 under the patronage of Mr William Dix (former Chairman of Ford and Qantas) and Professor John.

Currently In The Final Stage Of The Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Doctor Of Business Administration (Dba), Specialization- Human Resources Management, Award Number: Vp (C) No. 90-140410-006 S. 2015

Activities and Societies: Supervisor - Dr. Prathiba Mahanamahewa Thesis - "The Strategic Role of Human Resource Management.

Post Graduate Diploma In Marketing, Marketing

Marketing

Fellow Member (Fcim), Marketing, Fcim (Fellow Member)

For over 100 years, CIM (The Chartered Institute of Marketing) has been supporting, developing and representing marketers, teams, leaders.

Life Member, Marketing, Mslim

Since 1970, SLIM has been promoting marketing excellence and elevating the status of marketing in Sri Lanka. Subsequently incorporated.

Fellow (Fabe), Business Administration And Management, General

Becoming a member of ABE means joining a network of like-minded people who want to succeed in the professional world. We are proud.

Administrative Management, Management, Finstam

The IAM is the oldest professional body for administration and business management in the UK

Master Project Manager (Mpm) - Usa, Project Management

The AAPM ® was founded in 1996, via a consolidation between the CEC/PME Project Manager E-Business Committee (PME) and the Founders.

Fellow Aapm (Usa), Faapm (Project Management)

The AAPM ® was founded in 1996, via a consolidation between the CEC/PME Project Manager E-Business Committee (PME) and the Founders.

Fellow Status - Fcpm, Management, Fcpm

Activities and Societies: Journal Committee The Institute of Certified Professional Managers was formed to provide professional.

Minstsmm, Sales & Marketing Management (Ismm)

The origins of the Institute of Sales & Marketing Management dates back to 1911 as the Sales Managers Association. Since then we have.

Gce O Level/A Level, Accounting, Economics & Business Studies

Activities and Societies: Member of the College Cricket Team, Represented the Sri Lanka Youth National Team, Awarded College 'Colours'.

Continuous Professional Development, Business Administration And Management, General

Continuous Professional Development (Cpd) - Certifications, Business Administration And Management, General

Cpd Certification, Business & Management