Damith Pallewatte, Acting CEO, HNB (fifth from left) and Deepthi Lokuarachchi, Group CEO, Lanka Hospital (sixth from left) exchanging the MoU in the presence of (from left) Rajeev Perera, Head of Human Capital Operation, HNB; Roshantha Jayatunge Head of Human Capital Strategy & Talent Development, HNB; Sanjay Wijemanne, Chief Operating Officer, HNB; Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara, Deputy CEO/Director – Medical Services, Lanka Hospitals; M B G Wickramasiri, Group Chief Financial Officer, Lanka Hospitals Group, and Dr. Geethani Galagoda, Head of Laboratories, Lanka Hospitals.
HNB has partnered with Lanka Hospitals to open a state-of-the-art Wellness Center at its headquarters, marking a significant milestone in employee wellbeing initiatives within the banking sector.
The Wellness Center, located on the 11th floor of HNB Towers, was inaugurated in the presence of Damith Pallewatte, Acting CEO, HNB; Sanjay Wijemanne, COO, HNB; K. Indravasan, CHRO, HNB; Deepthi Lokuarachchi, Group CEO, Lanka Hospitals; Deepthi Lokuarachchi, Group CEO, Lanka Hospitals; Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara, Deputy CEO/Director – Medical Services, Lanka Hospitals; M B G Wickramasiri, Group Chief Financial Officer, Lanka Hospitals Group; Dr. Geethani Galagoda, Head of Laboratories, Lanka Hospitals; Senior and Corporate Management of HNB and Lanka Hospitals Medical Officers and Officials.
“Today marks a historic milestone in HNB’s 135-year journey. We’re proud to be the first private bank in Sri Lanka to establish a state-of-the-art Wellness Center within our premises in partnership with Lanka Hospitals. By providing easily accessible, prompt healthcare services, we’re addressing the diverse needs of our staff demographics and ensuring their wellness isn’t compromised by lengthy medical procedures. This Wellness Center is more than a facility; it’s a testament to our genuine care for our HATNA family and a strategic investment in our human capital.”
As we celebrate this achievement milestone in our journey, we’re not just differentiating ourselves from other banks but setting a new standard for employee care in the banking sector. We’re confident that this initiative will benefit our HNB family for decades, reinforcing our legacy of innovation and employee-centric practices,” said Damith Pallewatte, Acting CEO.
“This partnership with HNB exemplifies our commitment to extending high-quality healthcare beyond hospital walls. By providing on-site wellness facilities, we’re addressing the evolving health needs of the workforce. We are confident in our healthcare and service, exemplified by the fact that despite economic challenges, we’ve invested heavily in cutting-edge medical technology. This Wellness Center is a culmination of our longstanding relationship with HNB and our shared vision for accessible, premium healthcare. As we expand our services, including plans for the North and East, collaborations like this underscore our dedication to fostering a culture of wellness across Sri Lanka,” said Deepthi Lokuarachchi, Group CEO of Lanka Hospitals.
