HNB Assurance proudly announced the achievement of its esteemed Chief Business Officers, Mr. Harindra Ramasinghe – CBO, Advisor Distribution Channel and Mr. Sanesh Fernando – CBO, Partnerships, who clinched top honors at the prestigious General Agency Management Awards (GAMA) held in the United States of America. This historic win marks the first time any Sri Lankan professional have been recognized at this ceremony.
Mr. Harindra Ramasinghe was honored with the prestigious Master Firm Award (MFA), celebrating his remarkable achievements and exemplary leadership in the Advisor Distribution domain. Similarly, Mr. Sanesh Fernando's exceptional performance earned him the distinguished Master Multiline Award (MMA), highlighting his significant contributions to the Partnership Channel of HNBA. These accolades underscore their contributions and impact, showcasing their commitment to excellence within their respective roles. The GAMA Global Awards, renowned for recognizing excellence in financial services leadership, serve as a testament to their outstanding professionalism and influence in the field.
Expressing his thoughts on this remarkable achievement, Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne, CEO of HNB Assurance, stated, "I’d like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to our CBOs Harindra Ramasinghe and Sanesh Fernando on their historic win at the GAMA Awards. This recognition not only reflects their exceptional skill and dedication but also highlights the caliber of professionals within HNB Assurance. I’m certain that this recognition will serve as a great motivation for both our CBOs as well as their teams which will propel us as an organization to even greater heights."
In response to their success, Mr. Harindra Ramasinghe commented, "Receiving the Master Firm Award at the GAMA Awards is personally a great honor for me. I owe this recognition to my incredible team and want to acknowledge the leadership at HNBA, who have been clear in communicating their vision and have always served as a source of guidance and support, which I believe is the bedrock of HNBA's success. Over the past 03 years we as a company have maintained a consistent growth rate in excess 20% and the Advisor Distribution Channel has also contributed equally. Last year, we recorded a 37% increase in NBP growth, a robust 23% growth in GWP and received a prestigious international recognition from Insurance Asia for the best Distribution Initiative, which solidifies our commitment to excellence in serving our clients and advancing the insurance industry as a whole.”
Mr. Sanesh Fernando also expressed his thoughts, stating, "Receiving the Master Multiline Award is a humbling experience and I am deeply honored to be recognized among such esteemed professionals. This achievement would not have been possible without the tireless efforts and support of my exceptional team. I am immensely proud to lead such a talented group of individuals who continuously strive for excellence in serving our clients. Further, receiving the Best Bancassurance Provider Award by Global Banking and Finance Review for the fourth consecutive year recently, serves as a testament to the channel's commitment to innovation and customer-centricity. I’d like to take a moment to thank the our Bancassurance and broker partners along with the all other business stakeholders for their continued support.”
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HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) was recently recognized as the winner of the Best Well-being Initiative for Working Parents at the Parent-Inclusive Workplace Summit 2025 hosted by Parenthood Global. This recognition, earned through an independent evaluation among multiple organizations, stands as a testament to HNBA’s commitment to support working parents.For HNBA, this award is a validation of years of intentional effort, focused policies and a culture built on empathy. From caregiver leave to flexible support ecosystems, from in.she initiatives to mom-inclusive programs, HNBA has consistently placed the well-being of working parents at the center of its people agenda. Sharing his thoughts, the Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer of HNB Assurance PLC, Lasitha Wimalaratne, stated “This award is deeply personal to us and my sincere thanks to Parenthood Global for this wonderful recognition. Our commitment has always been to build a company where people feel supported not only as professionals, but as human beings with families, responsibilities and dreams. This recognition is proof that compassion, when embedded into culture, creates a lasting impact.”Navin Rupasinghe, Head of Human Resources / DGM of HNB Assurance PLC, added, “Every HR policy we design and every initiative we introduce is rooted in one belief, that our people deserve a workplace that honors their whole life, not just their job titles. Working parents give so much of themselves every day, and it is our duty and privilege to create an environment that lifts them. I certainly believe that this award belongs to our incredible parents who inspire us to do better, every single day.”
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