Director/CEO Prasanna Sanjeewa honoured for humanity and social development
Dearo Investment Limited has been awarded the title of Best Development Finance Company of the Year 2024 at the Asia Miracle Awards. The award ceremony, organised by MUGP International Organisation, was held at the Water’s Edge Hotel in Battaramulla. During the event, Dearo Investment Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Prasanna Sanjeewa received a honourary title for his contributions to Humanity and Social Development. Renowned for providing comprehensive financial services and digital financial solutions across Sri Lanka, Dearo Investment provides their services with a particular focus on developing the SME and MSME sectors. The company has strategically diversified its operations into several key economic growth sectors, including financial services, business and legal services, food and beverage, tourism, education services, software and IT, automobile, and agriculture and plantation.
The company’s core financial services include personal financial services, business financial services, various categories of loans, and investment services. Dearo Investment prides itself on offering a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, delivered by an experienced team dedicated to innovation and efficiency. With over 30 branches located island-wide, they have established a strong presence throughout Sri Lanka. This expansive network allows the company to reach and serve a diverse client base, contributing significantly to the country’s economic growth. Sanjeewa, who leads Dearo Investment, together with its Board of Directors comprising of Prabash Gunaratne, Upul Edirisuriya, and Tharindu Dhananjaya Samarawickrama brings over 15 years of proven expertise in the banking and finance industry. He holds an MBA and a BBA in Marketing from the University of Peradeniya, as well as diplomas in Credit Management and Banking and Finance from the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka and the Corporate Finance Institute.
