Mr. Kelum Senanayake serves as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director at Richard Pieris Finance Limited. A prominent figure in the regional life insurance sector, he is the Chief Executive Officer of Arpico Insurance PLC. With nearly four decades of extensive experience in both local and international insurance industries, Mr. Senanayake brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his roles. Notably, he is the first and only CEO in the Sri Lankan insurance industry to achieve the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) status in a remarkable 133 days.

An alumnus of Ananda College Colombo, Mr. Senanayake holds a Diploma in Business Management from Worldview Institute and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Western Sydney, Australia. Beyond his executive roles, he is a respected trainer who has educated over 5,000 insurance professionals throughout his career. His training credentials are further enhanced by his international training experiences in the UK, Germany, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and South Africa.

Mr. Senanayake’s expertise encompasses various areas including operations, life underwriting, life servicing, claims, product development, reinsurance, branch operations, corporate solutions distribution, contact centres, and logistics. His diverse skill set, and leadership have significantly contributed to his distinguished career in the insurance industry.