BOC hosts Future of Finance session

• Joined by AICPA & CIMA Chief Executive Management Accounting Andrew Harding

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) successfully hosted a thought leadership session titled ‘Future of Finance’ recently at its head office. 

The event brought together distinguished industry leaders and finance professionals to explore the shifting landscape of finance driven by digital transformation, evolving customer expectations and regulatory changes. 

The session was attended by BOC Chairman Kavinda de Zoysa (FCMA CGMA), AICPA & CIMA Chief Executive Management Accounting Andrew Harding (FCMA, CGMA), AICPA & CIMA Executive Vice President Global Markets Irene Teng, AICPA & CIMA APAC Vice President Venkkat Ramanan (FCMA, CGMA), AICPA & CIMA Sri Lanka Country Head Tharindu Wijewardana (ACMA UK, CGMA), BOC’s corporate and executive management and BOC staff along with the representatives from CIMA.

The keynote address delivered by Harding provided valuable insights on how the finance profession is being redefined in the digital age and the critical role of agility and innovation in financial leadership. 

A compelling panel discussion followed, featuring Harding and de Zoysa, who shared their views on the future of the finance function. 

The discussion, moderated by BOC Chief Risk Officer Nilantha Meneripitiyage, delved into key themes including the integration of advanced technologies, shifting regulatory frameworks and growing need for customer-centric financial solutions. The conversation was further enriched offering perspectives on talent transformation, data-driven decision-making and increasing importance of sustainability in finance.

The event concluded with the presentation of tokens of appreciation to the distinguished guests in recognition of their valuable contributions to the dialogue on shaping the future of finance.