People's Bank triumphs at AICPA & CIMA - JXG Pinnacle Awards 2025

IN a resounding affirmation of its industry leadership and commitment to excellence, People's Bank secured multiple prestigious awards at the AICPA & CIMA - JXG Pinnacle Awards 2025, held on 11 June at Cinnamon Life, Colombo. The glittering ceremony, which marked the revival of one of Sri Lanka's most revered corporate recognitions after an 18-year hiatus, brought together leaders from across the public and private sectors to celebrate innovation, resilience, and outstanding performance across eight key categories.

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People’s Bank was recognised with three major awards, cementing its position as a leader in corporate excellence and digital transformation in Sri Lanka’s banking sector:

■Gold Award — Management Team of the Year

■ Gold Award - Digital Transformation Project/ Practice of the Year

■ Silver Award — Chief Financial Officer of the Year, awarded to Azzam A. Ahamat

These accolades are a testament to the bank’s holistic approach to leadership, strategic agility, and pioneering use of technology to redefine banking in Sri Lanka. The Gold Award for Management Team of the Year recognises a leadership group that has steered the institution through unprecedented macroeconomic challenges, while simultaneously achieving significant gains in profitability, customer outreach, and operational resilience.