Amana Takaful hosts Executive Edge forum for financial industry leaders

Panel discussion at Executive Edge event

Amana Takaful Insurance launched its inaugural Executive Edge forum at Shangri-La Colombo, bringing together industry leaders from the financial services sector and key life insurance clientele. 

This milestone event celebrated Amana Takaful’s 25-year legacy while sparking insightful discussions on the future of finance and evolving consumer behaviour dynamics. 

The forum gathered prominent leaders and top executives from leasing companies, insurance brokerage firms, partnering banks and select key clients of Amana Takaful Life. The distinguished attendees included Founder and Chairman Osman Kassim along with Amana Takaful General Chairman Zulficar Ghouse.

The event showcased a vibrant panel discussion addressing the shifting dynamics of consumer behaviour in the financial sector. This distinguished line-up featured EY Sri Lanka and Maldives Head of Assurance Gayathri Manatunga, Thilan Wijesinghe, Chairman of TWCorp and former Chairman of the Board of Investment and National Agency for Public-Private Partnerships of the Finance Ministry of Sri Lanka and Lynear Wealth Management Managing Director and Co-founder Dr. Naveen Gunawardane. Moderated by Shamindra Kulamannage, the discussion captivated the audience with fresh perspectives on how financial services can proactively adapt to today’s rapidly changing consumer landscape.

“Executive Edge is more than just exchanging ideas—it’s about shaping the future of the financial services industry in Sri Lanka,” said Amana Takaful General Insurance CEO S. Karthigun. 

“In a world where consumer behaviours are constantly shifting, regulations are evolving and technology is reshaping our industry, collaboration and foresight are the keys to staying competitive.”

Amana Takaful General and Life Insurance has built a solid reputation as a reliable and forward-thinking insurer, consistently adapting to meet the diverse and evolving needs of its customers. 

“We have always believed in breaking new ground and this forum is another step in our journey to remain at the forefront of innovation in the financial services sector,” added Amana Takaful General Managing Director Hassan Kassim.

Amana Takaful’s focus on adapting to evolving market dynamics was a key takeaway for the attendees, as the company continues to lead by example in both its service offerings and its commitment to fostering industry-wide collaboration.