Niroshani Sawanawadu serves as the Chief Operating Officer at BOPA Pte Ltd, where she leverages her extensive expertise in MSME finance to drive strategic initiatives that enhance the organization's investment portfolio in frontier markets across Asia. With a robust background in equity investment decision-making, Niroshani...
Niroshani Sawanawadu serves as the Chief Operating Officer at BOPA Pte Ltd, where she leverages her extensive expertise in MSME finance to drive strategic initiatives that enhance the organization's investment portfolio in frontier markets across Asia. With a robust background in equity investment decision-making, Niroshani excels in conducting comprehensive due diligence and financial analysis, ensuring that each investment aligns with BOPA's strategic objectives. Her current role involves identifying target countries for potential investments and acquisitions, where she leads feasibility studies and due diligence processes to assess market viability and risk.
Niroshani is also instrumental in establishing and managing greenfield microfinance projects, utilizing her technical expertise in business and strategic planning. She plays a pivotal role in overseeing the performance of BOPA's portfolio companies, ensuring that their financial and operational results meet established benchmarks. Her ability to identify and negotiate with potential joint-investors is critical in completing the shareholding structure of microfinance institutions, thereby fostering sustainable growth and operational efficiency.
In addition to her investment acumen, Niroshani is passionate about social performance management and responsible finance. She actively engages in training and capacity-building initiatives, empowering teams to adopt best practices in operational management and project execution. Her strategic foresight and commitment to inclusive finance not only enhance BOPA's investment landscape but also contribute to the broader goal of fostering economic development in underserved markets. Through her leadership, Niroshani continues to shape the future of microfinance, driving impactful change and promoting financial inclusion across the region.
