K V Kuganathan, Group Chief Information Officer at Janashakthi Group
K V Kuganathan is a seasoned business, digital, and IT strategist with a wealth of experience spanning the banking, finance, insurance, and capital market sectors. With an impressive career spanning over 25 years, including a decade at the C-level, Kugan is celebrated for his innovative thinking, creative problem-solving, and a results-driven approach that has consistently delivered outstanding outcomes.
He was awarded Chief Information Officer of the year 2023. Currently serving as the Group Chief Information Officer at Janashakthi Group of Companies, a diverse conglomerate encompassing banking, capital markets, insurance, real estate, and the health sector, Kugan plays a pivotal role in shaping the group’s digital landscape. In addition to this role, he holds several influential positions on IT-related boards and has previously chaired the British Computer Society for IT Chartered Institute’s Sri Lanka Section.
He also sits on the board of the British Computer Society for IT Chartered Institute in the UK. Notably, he has served as a Non Executive Director for UPAY Payment Solution Ltd. Before joining Janashakthi, Kugan led the transformation of National Development Bank PLC into Sri Lanka’s premier mobility banking solution, setting new standards for customer experience.