NTB hosts ‘Beyond Ordinary - Nations Business Advisory’ event in Kurunegala

From left: Moderator Lochana Andaramana, Advocata Institute Chief Executive Officer Dhananath Fernando, RTA Sri Lanka Managing Partner and CA Sri Lanka Council Member Saman Sri Lal and NTB Executive Vice President Commercial Banking Arosha Liyanaarachchi during ‘Beyond Ordinary’ panel discussion

Nations Trust Bank (NTB) recently hosted its ‘Beyond Ordinary - Nations Business Advisory’ event in Kurunegala. 

The event aimed to support the business community in the region with timely, insight-driven guidance as the country gears itself for further economic stability. The session provided corporate leaders, entrepreneurs and businesses with an understanding of the current local and global market landscapes, equipping them with the knowledge to confidently navigate emerging opportunities.  

Advocata Institute Chief Executive Officer Dhananath Fernando delivered the keynote address, outlining Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic trajectory within a shifting global context. He highlighted the progress achieved through recent fiscal reforms and emphasised the country’s shift towards a more growth-oriented economic path, creating new opportunities for businesses to scale, enhance competitiveness and expand into new markets.

This was followed by a panel discussion featuring NTB Executive Vice President Commercial Banking Arosha Liyanaarachchi, RTA Sri Lanka Managing Partner and CA Sri Lanka Council Member Saman Sri Lal and Fernando. 

The discussion explored the implications of upcoming tax reforms, with focus on balancing revenue generation with economic growth. The panel offered practical strategies for businesses to optimise costs, improve operational efficiency and remain competitive in an increasingly complex business environment.

“As Sri Lanka moves towards growth, businesses need the right insights to navigate change with confidence. Through ‘Beyond Ordinary’, we aim to provide the clarity and perspective needed to seize emerging opportunities, while continuing to support business communities across regions like Kurunegala, which play a vital role in driving the country’s economic growth,” Liyanaarachchi stated.   

The Beyond Ordinary initiative highlights NTB’s focus on extending premium advisory engagement across the country, ensuring that regional business hubs such as Kurunegala have access to relevant, actionable insights aligned with current economic developments. 

Through the Beyond Ordinary platform, NTB aims to position itself as a trusted partner to Sri Lankan businesses, going beyond traditional banking to deliver meaningful, forward-looking advisory that supports informed decision-making and sustainable growth in businesses.