AIA Sri Lanka Appoints Biswa Prakash Misra as New Chairman
Portfolio - People | Jan 07, 2025 | EIN
AIA Sri Lanka announced the appointment of Biswa Prakash Misra as the new chairman of its board of directors, with effect from January 2025, contingent upon regulatory approval. Misra, who has been with AIA Group since 2013 as the Group Chief Technology Officer and Life Operations Officer, is experienced in leading technological, digital, and operational transformations across multiple Asian markets. His expertise spans several countries including Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, and others where he has played pivotal roles in mergers and acquisitions. Misra has extensive experience in managing large IT teams and spearheading transformation initiatives in the insurance technology domain.
Sectors
- Insurance
- Technology
Geography
- Sri Lanka – The location of AIA Sri Lanka, the company appointing the new chairman.
- Asia – Biswa Prakash Misra has worked in various Asian markets, reflecting the widespread geographical influence of his work.
Industry
- Insurance – The primary industry of AIA Sri Lanka, which involves the provision of insurance services and products.
- Technology – Relevant due to Misra's expertise in leading technology and digital transformations within insurance operations.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIA Sri Lanka | Target Company | Company | A leading insurance company in Sri Lanka undergoing a leadership change. |
| Biswa Prakash Misra | Chairman | Person | Appointed as the new chairman of AIA Sri Lanka, bringing extensive experience in tech and operations. |
| AIA Group | Parent Company | Company | The parent company of AIA Sri Lanka, known for its presence in the Asian insurance market. |