First Capital unveils SME-focussed Advisory Services at Scale Up SL 2025

First Capital Advisory Services CEO Tharusha Ekanayake

First Capital Advisory Services (Pvt.) Ltd, a subsidiary of First Capital Holdings PLC, joined the Scale Up 2025 National SME Forum, organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC), as the official Business Advisory Partner. 

At this flagship event, First Capital unveiled its newest subsidiary—First Capital Advisory Services—launched with the mission of empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through improved access to capital markets and tailored financial advisory solutions.

First Capital Advisory Services recognises the challenges faced by the SMEs on their journey of growth and is positioned to support these businesses in improving market visibility, strengthening governance and enhancing business value. It also offers businesses an opportunity to look into strategic financing options such as public listings and long-term partnerships that are generally out of reach.

During the event hosted by the CCC, First Capital Advisory Services engaged in a panel discussion alongside the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). The esteemed panellist included First Capital Advisory Services CEO Tharusha Ekanayake and CSE CEO Rajeeva Bandaranaike. 

Ekanayake emphasised the lack of advisory expertise on offer for SMEs and the importance of finding structured, long-term solutions. 

He stated, “Sri Lanka’s SMEs are brimming with potential but most lack the advisory expertise and market know-how to scale sustainably. That’s the gap First Capital Advisory Services was built to fill. Our focus is on strengthening governance, structuring strategic capital solutions and preparing businesses to unlock long-term value through public listings and private partnerships.”