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 Nations Trust Bank Executive Vice President of Commercial Banking, Arosha Liyanaarachchi, RTA Sri Lanka Managing Partner and Council Member of CA Sri Lanka, Saman Sri Lal, and Advocata Institute’s Dhananath 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,” Arosha Liyanaarachchi stated.
The ‘Beyond Ordinary’ initiative highlights Nations Trust Bank’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, Nations Trust Bank 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.
Nations Trust Bank PLC serves a diverse range of customers across Consumer, Commercial and Corporate segments through multi-channel customer touch points. The Bank focuses on digital empowerment through cutting-edge digital banking technologies. NTB is an issuer and sole acquirer of American Express Cards in Sri Lanka with market leadership in the premium market segments.
