Samson Insurance Brokers appoints Nimal Balawardhane as Executive Director

Samson Insurance Brokers (SIB), a renowned leader in the general insurance sector, announced the appointment of Nimal Balawardhane as Executive Director of the company. 

Known for his exceptional contributions to the insurance industry, he will play a pivotal role in the company’s expansion, particularly in the area of life insurance brokering.

With years of expertise and an extensive network of industry connections, Balawardhane is well-placed to lead this new venture and further strengthen the company. Under his leadership, the company aims to introduce new services and broaden its offerings, enhancing both the general and life insurance segments.

Balawardhane brings a wealth of experience and a strong track record of success in the insurance industry. His professional qualifications include a certificate in Personal Financial Management from the University of Wayamba and a Professional Financial Advisor Course completed through Limra International, USA. He is a Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) and has been elected to the prestigious Court of the Table four times in recognition of his exceptional sales achievements.

From 2005 to 2024, he served as a Senior Financial Service Consultant at AIA, where he honed his expertise in life insurance and built a strong reputation for his exceptional client service and sales performance. With his proven leadership and deep knowledge of the industry, he is uniquely positioned to help SIB realise its vision of becoming a leading insurance brokerage firm.

DSI Samson Group Director Nelani Rajapaksa stated, “To spearhead this new venture, we are pleased to welcome Nimal Balawardhane, a distinguished life insurance consultant with deep industry expertise and an extensive professional network. His leadership will not only drive the growth of our life insurance segment but also create synergies that enhance our general insurance business, contributing to overall revenue growth.”

Balawardhane said, “We are excited about the future and look forward to the continued growth of SIB.”