1. Ananda Bandara Herath MBCS
Address: 122/40, Arnolda Place, Kirulapone Avenue, Colombo 00500, SRI LANKA Page 1 of 2
Mobile Number: +94 773 833555 Version 2.0
E-mail: abherath@abherath.com
LinkedIn URL: http://lk.linkedin.com/in/abherath
Profile
An experienced ICT professional well versed and experienced in solutions
architecting, business analysis, pre-sales processes, project management,
implementation, business development, ICT strategy formulation &
implementation and ICT function / portfolio management (for a user
organization). Possesses extensive skills related to leadership & management,
proposal formulation, business and systems documentation, public
presentations and leading & participation in ICT business delegations, and other
soft skills required of an ICT business leader.
Date of birth: February 14, 1961
Civil status: Married
Work & Project History
PERSHIP GROUP; February 2007 to date; Chief Information Officer
(Vice President category since June 2013; General Manager category previously)
Transformed an ICT landscape of rudimentary systems and unstructured processes by formulating and
implementing strategies and policies, and introducing a portfolio of solutions and processes. This was achieved
while building up a team to sustain and develop same further. Participated in the Group’s key business strategy
and planning initiatives.
SOFTWARE AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES (PVT) LTD; December 2006 to January 2007; Head of Business
Development
In a brief stay, assisted the company to streamline processes related to marketing & sales and deployment of
ICT equipment and accessories.
CAPITAL MAHARAJA ORGANISATION LTD / COMPUTER SYSTEMS LTD (CSL); July 1997 to November 2006;
Head of Business Development, SBU Head, Manager Pre-sales, Project Manager (in the order of last to first)
Drove business development activities locally and internationally, working with bodies such as the ICTA, EDB
and JETRO. Participated in ICT industry business delegations travelling to Switzerland, Singapore and Japan,
leading the latter. Participated in efforts to successfully secure an SAP business partnership for CSL. Played a
key role in marketing, sales and pre-sales activities of SAP and other ERP and business solutions to large scale
customers. Provided leadership in ERP and other solution implementation both for Capital Maharaja
organization and high profile external customers.
EDS LANKA (PVT) LTD; December 1995 to June 1997; Senior Account Manager, Account Manager, Product
Specialist (in the order of last to first)
Made a key contribution in high profile sales of ERP and other solutions and IBM AS400 server solutions to
large scale public sector organisations.
DATACORP CEYLON LIMITED; July 1995 to December 1995; Manager Corporate Marketing
In a brief assignment, played a key role in streamlining marketing and sales processes of ICT equipment and
initiated efforts in building an industry specific software solution for the first time in the history of the
company.

2. Ananda Bandara Herath MBCS
Address: 122/40, Arnolda Place, Kirulapone Avenue, Colombo 00500, SRI LANKA Page 2 of 2
Mobile Number: +94 773 833555 Version 2.0
E-mail: abherath@abherath.com
LinkedIn URL: http://lk.linkedin.com/in/abherath
CEYLON BUSINESS APPLIANCES LTD; January 1995 to May 1995; Manager Sales Operations
Successfully launched a new IT peripheral in Sri Lanka, achieving rapid sales. Initiated and implemented a sales
operations monitoring and controlling process.
DMS SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (PVT) LTD; June 1988 to January 1995; Manager Business Solutions, Product
Manager, Project Leader, Business Analyst (in the order of last to first)
Made a significant contribution in building ERP product modules and implementing solutions for large scale
public and private sector organisations. Was instrumental in securing high profile solution sales.
L B FINANCE LTD; January 1987 to May 1988; Executive (Accountant), Executive (Credit Officer)
Played the role of Accountant after a stint as a Credit officer for Hire Purchase and Lease purchase facilities.
STATE BANK OF INDIA; June 1982 to January 1987; Banking Assistant (Bank Clerk)
In this first job in career, gained an all-round knowledge related to establishment accounting and commercial
banking. Played a pivotal user role in developing parts of a computerized banking solution in-house.
Achievements
• Streamlined and transformed the ICT portfolio and processes at Pership
• Played a pivotal role in introducing SAP solutions to Sri Lanka
• Led an ICT business delegation to Japan
• Nominated for an Achiever’s Award twice at the Capital Maharaja Group Executive of the Year Awards
events
• Played a pivotal role in building and implementing solutions for a multi-national organization, while at DMS
Professional and Academic Qualifications
• Professional Member of the British Computer Society (MBCS)
• Intermediate Qualifications of the Chartered Institute of Managements Accountants, UK
• Elected a Licentiate Member of the IDPM, UK in 1992 (membership not renewed)
• GCE Advanced Level, Sri Lanka
Interests and Hobbies
• Reading on a wide range of subjects
• Literary and other compositions
• Training, tutoring and mentoring peers and juniors at work and business / personal associates
References
• Mr. R Rajamahendran, Chairman, Capital Maharaja organization Ltd [Former employer]
E-mail: killi@maharaja.lk
• Mrs. Eshini Mudalige, Group Director, Capital Maharaja Organisation Ltd [Former employer]
E-mail: eshini@maharaja.lk
• Mr. Ajith Paranavitane, Director IT, Singer Sri Lanka Limited [Industry Associate]
E-mail: ajithp@singersl.com