Damith Pallewatte is a seasoned banking and risk management leader with 30 years of experience and currently serves as Managing Director and CEO of Hatton National Bank PLC. He has held senior leadership roles across wholesale banking, risk, and information security, including Chief Risk Officer positions at HNB and Nations Trust Bank. He holds an MBA, a degree from the London School of Economics, and global risk and sustainability certifications, and plays an active role in regional and international banking and professional bodies.