PLC’s Prabath Gunasena named ‘CIO of the Year’ by CSSL
People’s Leasing & Finance PLC announced that its Group Chief Information Officer, Prabath Gunasena, has been named Chief Information Officer of the Year by the Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL).
This honour recognises his visionary leadership and significant contributions to advancing ICT in Sri Lanka, particularly through innovative digital transformation initiatives within People’s Leasing & Finance.
The award recognises his exceptional ability to align the company’s tech-driven approach with its broader strategic goals, driving innovation and delivering impactful results.
With a career spanning 25+ years, Gunasena has played a leading role in driving modernisation and operational excellence across various business verticals, including financial services, leasing, insurance and microfinance.
His strategic technology leadership has positioned People’s Leasing & Finance as a frontrunner in fintech innovation. This combination of vision, competency and strategic prowess have earned the company numerous accolades in the tech space.
Beyond delivering business results, Gunasena’s contributions have also fostered a digital-first culture at People’s Leasing & Finance, streamlining processes and driving customer-centric solutions that integrate advanced technology to meet practical needs.
He spearheaded the development of innovative solutions, including award-winning Fintech products, mobile applications, and an automated credit assessment system, significantly streamlining business processes and reinforcing the company’s market position. His contributions have earned prestigious accolades such as the Gold Winner title at the Asia Pacific ICT Awards (APICTA), the National Best Quality Software Awards (NBQSA) and the TECHNOVATION Awards, highlighting their excellence and impact.
Under his leadership, the company’s groundbreaking digital app solution, “PLC TOUCH,” was recognized as the Best Digital Process Enabler of the Year at NBQSA 2023.
This one-stop app revolutionized customer service and business operations, delivering substantial cost efficiencies and environmental benefits while embodying the company’s commitment to customer centricity and sustainability.
Through his visionary leadership, Prabath has not only modernized the financial industry but also saved millions for the nation.
People’s Leasing and Finance PLC Chief Executive Officer Sanjeewa Bandaranayake said; “Prabath’s recognition as CIO of the Year is a testament to his relentless dedication to innovation and excellence.”
Guided by leaders like Prabath, who embody the spirit of progress and excellence, People’s Leasing & Finance continues to align its operations with global best practices and embrace the digital transformation.
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