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Company Profile

Name of Company First Capital Holdings PLC

Name of Subsidiaries First Capital Treasuries Limited First Capital Limited First Capital Asset Management Limited First Capital Markets Limited First Capital Equities (Private) Limited

Legal Form Public Limited Liability Company Listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange

Company Registration Number PQ 44

Registered Office No. 2, Deal Place, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka

Secretaries K H L Corporate Services Limited No. 2, Deal Place, Colombo 3 T: +94 11 2639807, +94 11 2639898

Registrars SSP Corporate Services (Private) Limited No. 101, Inner Flower Road, Colombo 03 T: +94 11 2573894

Lawyers Neelakandan & Neelakandan Attorneys - at - Law and Notaries Public M&N Building (Level 5) No. 2, Deal Place, Colombo 3

Auditors KPMG Chartered Accountants 32 A, Sir Mohamad Macan Marker Mawatha P.O. Box 186, Colombo 03

Principal Bankers Bank of Ceylon Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC Hatton National Bank PLC Peoples’ Bank Seylan Bank PLC

Branches Matara, Kandy, Kurunegala

*Company Profile as at 31st March 2015


SNAPSHOT OF 2014

Innovative Products u We place great emphasis on delivering profitable

investment solutions through the introduction of pioneer new products and landmark deals

� Platinum bonds – a long-term, fixed-return gilt investment, becoming the first primary dealer in Sri Lanka to launch a repo investment option backed by Government securities

� Sri Lanka’s first AAA rated debenture, the first foreign guaranteed debenture (guaranteed by GuarantCo)

� The first insurance company guaranteed debenture (guaranteed by Janashakthi Insurance PLC)

� Revolutionary microfinance receivables-backed securitisation

First Capital Treasuries Limited As the country’s first and largest non-bank primary dealer, First Capital Treasuries Limited retains the position of front runner by consistently providing expertise insight and understanding gained from holding the largest capital base valued at over LKR 1.5 Bn and a large net trading income of over LKR 1 Bn giving us a unique advantage.

The unit successfully completed an issue of listed debentures of LKR 0.5 Bn making it the first listed Primary Dealer in the country, with a rating of A-.

First Capital Limited Spearheading every aspect of our operations, First Capital Limited Sri Lanka’s leading manager for listed debenture issues (2014/2015), mobilized over LKR 20 Bn in corporate debt securities, including acting as manager to LKR 9.4 Bn listed debenture issues.

Ranked the top intermediary in secondary market listed debenture trading by the Colombo Stock Exchange, with a turnover of LKR 1.8 Bn from 1st April 2014 to 31st December 2014.

First Capital Equities Private Limited Our research reports are recognized as reliable and tactical resources by clients and corporates alike.

First Capital Asset Management LimitedFirst Capital Wealth Fund has established itself as the best performing Fixed Income Unit Trust fund in Sri Lanka ending 2013 with a 14.93% yield and 2014 with a 19.84% yield.

The unit succeeded to grow by four-fold funds under its management from Jan-Dec 2014.

4 I First Capital Holdings PLC

INTRODUCTION :First Capital emerged in the early 80’s as a pioneer of Sri Lanka’s primary dealing arena dealing in Government Securities. Capitalizing on an entrepreneurial mindset we have since transformed into the full service investment bank we are today.

We are listed and traded at the Colombo Stock Exchange and our business lines are regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka and The Colombo Stock Exchange.

Sector expertise and client focus help us craft objective capital market solutions. We navigate through complex strategic and financial issues to offer bespoke advisory services.

Our range of services include • CapitalMarketsandAdvisory

• FixedIncome

• Equities

• AssetManagement

We offer objective advice and transaction execution relating to capital raising and other strategic needs including mergers and acquisitions. We are active in the areas of fixed income and equities providing both investment products and trading solutions. We serve institutional and individual asset management needs through unit trust investments and tailored wealth management solutions.

Guiding PrinciplesOur guiding principles form the foundation for our productivity and professionalism. They drive us to provide a comprehensive suite of investment banking services, continually holding integrity and ethics as cornerstone.

Vision

Our vision is to be the leading Investment Bank in Sri Lanka.

Mission

Our mission is to deliver innovative and profitable investment solutions to our clients, continuously improving processes and technology, whilst developing the talent of our employees to produce superior and sustained shareholder returns.

Why First Capital?We are distinguished by our exempla-ry work ethic.First Capital has been present in the local market for over 30 years. Our name is synonymous with long term client relationships and enduring trust. We believe in growing on the foundation of our legacy whilst evolving to suit the dynamic needs of our clients. At First Capital our work ethic does not only signify productivity but also embodies the virtues of integrity, professionalism and adherence to the highest ethical standard. The trust placed in us and the resilience of our relationships thrive on this philosophy.

We are committed to our client-centric business model.Realising, optimising and driving value for both our corporate and individual clients through a multitude of services and products is our primary focus. In doing so, we continually align our interests with that of our clients so as to avoid the many conflicts of interest inherent to our line of business. We believe in building long-term relationships and have an all pervading interest to create, protect and grow the capital entrusted in us. Our independence and objectivity whilst providing tailored to fit solutions results in continued business referrals. The integrity of our multi- service business platform depends on such recognition and in turn provides our team the necessary impetus to focus on our clients.

We possess Unique Market Insight and Execution Ability.We are distinguished by deep industry knowledge and senior relationships extending to several financial services. We transfer to our clients the expertise and insight gained through advising transactions and investments over three decades. Our ability to match the right parties to execute investment banking transactions as well as provide fitting investment opportunities to our clients, both institutional and individual, is exceptional.

Ours is a Highly Skilled and “Hands on” Senior Team.Our senior professionals have significant transaction experience and current industry knowledge. When it comes to investment banking transactions, our senior resources will work closely with clients to leave no stone unturned. Further, in providing our clients exciting investment alternatives, they act as continuous innovators and trusted advisors.


Ownership and ManagementBoard of DirectorsMs. Manjula Mathews FCMA,MBA

Executive Chairperson

Ms. Mathews brings to the Board over 20 years experience in General Management and Finance, both in Sri Lanka and overseas. She currently serves as Executive Chairperson of Dunamis Capital PLC and other Dunamis subsidiaries and served as Managing Director of the Dunamis group until 24 September 2014.

Ms. Mathews was formerly the Finance Director at Janashakthi Insurance PLC, one of the leading insurers in the country where she continues to hold a Non-Executive position. She is a Fellow Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants of UK and holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of Cambridge (UK).

Mr. Dinesh Schaffter ACMA,LLB(UK)

Managing Director

Mr. Dinesh Schaffter counts over 20 years experience in the Financial Services and Manufacturing sectors. He currently serves as the Managing Director of Dunamis Capital PLC and other Dunamis subsidiaries. Mr. Schaffter is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK), and holds a Bachelor of Laws – Honours Degree (LLB) from the United Kingdom.

Mr. A. D. E. I. Perera CharteredMarketer

Director

Mr. A. D. E. I. Perera is a Chartered Marketer and a Graduate of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK, with over 40 years of experience in management. He has undergone management training in UK, Sweden, South Korea, India, the Philippines and Singapore.

Currently, he is the Non-Executive Chairman of M&E (Private) Limited and a Non-Executive Director of Dunamis Capital PLC, First Capital Holdings PLC, Keells Food Products PLC, Janashakthi Insurance PLC, Janashakthi PLC, Sting Consultants (Private) Limited, Brand Finance Lanka (Private) Limited, MAS Tropical Foods (Private) Limited and United Motors PLC.

He is also a member on the Board of Study of the Postgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura (PIM) and is actively engaged in management education and consultancy.

Ms. Minette D. A. Perera FCA,FCMA,FCCA

Director

Ms. Minette D. A. Perera was the Group Finance Director of the MJF Group, which comprises of several tea growing, packing and exporting companies, supplying the “Dilmah Tea” brand around the world, from September 2000 till March 2013. During the period of her employment with the MJF Group she was appointed a Director of the MJF Group of Companies including MJF Holdings Limited and held the Board positions till December 2014. She has also held board positions before joining the MJF Group.

Ms. Perera currently serves on the Board of First Capital Holdings PLC and Orient Finance PLC as an independent non executive Director and also serves as a Director of the subsidiaries of First Capital Holdings PLC namely First Capital Limited, First Capital Markets Limited, First Capital Asset Management Limited, First Capital Equities (Private) Limited and First Capital Investments (Private) Limited.

Ms. Perera is on the Board of Ceylon Tea Services PLC since September 2000, Kahawatte Plantations PLC since January 2001 and Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC since January 2012.

Ms. Perera is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants of UK and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants of UK. She has over 35 years working experience as a qualified accountant having worked in leading local and international companies as an Executive Director.

Mr. Nishan Fernando FCA,ACMA,MBA (Universityof Sri Jayewardenepura)

Director

Mr. Nishan Fernando is a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) of UK and holder of an MBA from the Postgraduate Institute of Management of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

He has officiated as Independent Director/Chairman Audit Committee of Browns Investments PLC, as President, Vice President and Council Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, as a Commission Member of the Securities & Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka, as a member of the Sri Lanka Accounting and Auditing Standards Monitoring Board and since 2009 has been functioning as Chairman of


the Statutory Accounting Standards Committee which promulgates the Accounting Standards in Sri Lanka.

Mr. Fernando has also gained valuable experience as a member of the International Accounting Education Standards Board of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and currently serving as a member of its Consultative Advisory Group.

Mr. Fernando counts over 20 years of experience holding senior positions in the fields of Accounting and Finance. He also serves as a Director of BDO Consulting (Private) Limited and First Capital Holdings PLC and its subsidiaries.

Mr. Chandana de Silva FCA(England&Wales),FCA(Sri Lanka)

Director

Mr. Chandana de Silva has held several senior management positions including that of Chief Financial Officer for Level (3) Communications in Europe a NASDAQ quoted company and Head of Financial Planning for British Telecommunications PLC.

Since moving back to Sri Lanka in 2002 he has worked for MAS Holdings in a variety of roles and established the Supply Chain Management function, set up the MAS training centre and until December 2011 was the Chief Executive Officer of the MAS Investment Division.

He serves as a management consultant to clients in the investment, manufacturing, property development and IT sectors and is on the Board of Hemas Transportation (Private) Limited, Eureka Technologies (Private) Limited, 24/7 Techies (Private) Ltd, and Sea-Change Partners Lanka (Private) Limited. He also serves as a Director of Dunamis Capital PLC, Kelsey Developments PLC, Premier Synthetic Leather Manufacturers (Private) Limited, First Capital Holdings PLC and its subsidiaries.

Mr. de Silva is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and in Sri Lanka and holds a Degree in Mathematics and Management from the University of London.

Management TeamMr. Dinesh Schaffter ACMA,LLB(UK)

Managing Director

Mr. Dinesh Schaffter counts over 20 years experience in the Financial Services and Manufacturing sectors. He currently serves as the Managing Director of Dunamis Capital PLC and other Dunamis subsidiaries. Mr. Schaffter is an Associate Member of the Chartered

Institute of Management Accountants (UK), and holds a Bachelor of Laws – Honours Degree (LLB) from the United Kingdom.

Mr. Dilshan Wirasekara

Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Dilshan Wirasekara is an experienced financial services professional having worked in investment banking and leading commercial banks in Sri Lanka.

He has over 18 years of overall experience in financial services spanning both debt and equity related businesses. Possessing specialist Treasury expertise he was the General Manager of Softlogic Capital PLC, the financial services holding Company of the diversified Softlogic Group and was instrumental in securing major investments from overseas Development Financial Institutions to the firm as well as being in charge of all investment and trading portfolios spanning the subsidiaries that included a Licensed Finance Company, Composite Insurer and Equity Brokerage.

He was formerly the Head of Treasury of Nations Trust Bank PLC and spearheaded the unit in achieving ‘market maker’ status as an interbank counterparty delivering exponential profit growth. Prior to that, he was attached to the Treasury Division of Pan Asia Bank PLC. He has undergone extensive training both locally and overseas specialising in Asset and Liability Risk Management and has the rare honour of leading and representing two Sri Lankan companies to winning the International Bank Asset and Liability competition held each year by FMO, DEG and Proparco.

Mr. Jaliya Wijerathne

Chief Executive Officer – First Capital Equities (Pvt) Ltd

Contact : +94 71 5329602 | [email protected]

Mr. Jaliya Wijerathne is the CEO of the stockbroking arm of First Capital Group.

Mr. Wijerathne has over two decades of experience in Investment Advisory, Fund and Portfolio Management and his strengths emanate from previously held positions as Senior Investment Advisor at Commercial CBC Crosby Capital (Private) Limited, Senior Manager Sales at DFCC Stock Brokers (Private) Limited, Director Institutional Sales at SMB Securities (Private) Limited and Chief Executive Officer and Director Institutional and Foreign Trades of New World Securities (Private) Limited.


Mr. Dimantha Mathew

Senior Manager – Research


Mr. Dimantha Mathew has over 10 years work

experience with over 8 years in the investment banking

space in Sri Lanka with extensive exposure in equity

research, portfolio management and restructuring,

corporate finance and advisory services. He has

experience in sourcing funding for specific projects

and corporates.

Mr. Mathew holds an MBA from the University of Wales

and also holds ACMA and CGMA qualifications. He

has a Bachelor of Law Degree from the University of

London and is an Attorney – at – Law in Sri Lanka.

Prior to joining First Capital, Mr. Mathew was the

Head of Research at Softlogic Stockbrokers. He

had also worked at Capital Alliance and John Keells

Stockbrokers.

Mr. Kosala Liyanagedara

Senior Manager – Business Development and

Corporate Planning / Corporate Advisory


Mr. Kosala Liyanagedara is an Associate Member of

the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka

(CA, Sri Lanka), an Associate Member of the Chartered

Institute of Management Accountants of UK (CIMA)

and holds a B.Sc. Accountancy (Hons) Degree

(1st Class) from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura

and is currently reading for his MBA at the

Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM).

Mr. Liyanagedara joined the First Capital Group in

September 2009 as Assistant Manager – Finance

and Planning. In April 2012, he was promoted to the

Finance Manager of the Group with responsibility for

financial reporting and financial planning. In April 2014,

he assumed the current position, reporting directly to

the Group CEO, where he is responsible for business

development of all business units and Corporate

Planning. He works along with the Chief Financial

Officer to develop and implement the Group Strategic

Plan and Annual Operating Plan.

He commenced his career at KPMG in Sri Lanka, where

he obtained exposure in audit and assurance services

of different industry segments including licensed

commercial banks and other financial institutions.

He possesses diverse professional experience of more

than 8 years in accounting, auditing, taxation, finance

and planning.

Ms. Sewwandi Kathriarachchi

Senior Manager – Margin Trading and Dealing

Securities


Ms. Sewwandi Kathriarachchi possesses more than 13

years of experience in numerous key areas relating to

Fixed Income Securities.

This includes operations relating to Government

Securities, Asset Management and Unit Trust

Management, relationship management on high net

– worth individuals in Asset Management and Unit

Trusts, and overall front office exposure in structuring

and placing of Corporate Debt Securities and Money

Market dealing.

Mr. Naveen Samarasekera

Manager – Corporate Debt


Mr. Naveen Samarasekera counts more than 12 years

of experience in various business areas both overseas

and in Sri Lanka. Prior to joining First Capital he

was working as a Business Development Consultant

engaging in Financial Planning and Advisory Services

for Corporates and High Net-worth Individuals. In

the last 12 years, he has worked with many Financial

Institutions, Regulatory bodies and Support Services

such as IT & Legal for different projects.

Mr. Samarasekera holds a New Zealand Diploma in

Business from the Auckland University of Technology,

New Zealand Diploma in Management from NZIM, a

Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of

Auckland, New Zealand and is a passed finalist of the

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants UK.


Mr. Dilhan Gunatunga

Manager – New Business Introductions


Mr. Dilhan Gunatunga counts more than 20 years of experience in the Financial Services industry, spanning across Leasing, Insurance and Investment Banking. Prior to joining First Capital Group, Mr. Gunatunga worked at Union Assurance PLC where he was responsible for the development and the growth of the broking business over a 10 year period.

He also worked at Asian Alliance Insurance PLC at the inception of the Company and was a

Credit Officer at Commercial Leasing Company Limited.

Mr. Gunatunga holds a Commercial Pilots License from the Federal Aviation Administration, USA and the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka.

Mr. Rohana Jayakody

Manager – Matara Branch


Mr. Rohana Jayakody possesses a B.Com (Special) Degree from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and Diploma in Certificate of Investment Advisory from the Security Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka and has more than 16 years of experience in government securities and corporate debt securities.

He commenced his career at the EPF Department of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka in 1998 as a Project Officer and joined First Capital in 1999 as an Executive. He was later promoted to the post of Manager in 2008.

Mr. Jayakody is currently heading the Matara Branch where he promotes investments in government and corporate debt securities across the Southern Province.

Mr. Salinda Samarakoon

Manager – Kandy Branch


Mr. Salinda Samarakoon has over 12 years of experience in dealing with fixed income securities of which 10 years have been with First Capital.

In managing his diverse customer base, he covers the Central, Uva and Sabaragamuwa provinces.

Mr. Menaka Wavegedara

Manager – Kurunegala Branch


Mr. Menaka Wavegedara counts over 13 years of experience in managing a significant portfolio of fixed income securities clients in the North Western and North Central Provinces. His career in this field commenced at Entrust Securities PLC.

Mr. Wavegedara holds the “Investment Advisor” license issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka.


SERVICES We offer comprehensive investment banking services ranging from capital-raising to M&A. Our investment and trading solutions in multiple asset classes are well received by the discerning investor. We are committed to delivering objective advice and efficient transaction execution to enable our clients realize their strategic interests.

Capital Markets and Advisory Capital market strategies and objective advice for corporate transformation.

Our Capital Markets Advisory provides transformational equity and debt financing solutions in multiple roles of financial advisor, manager and placement agent during the transaction. Our capabilities include due diligence, pre-offer preparation, offer management, distribution strategy, structuring and after-market advisory services.

We offer expert advice on treasury management to assist companies establish liquidity and manage financial risk. Our advisory capabilities extend to both cash management and investment. Our team can assist both private and listed companies to overcome a variety of treasury challenges.

• CapitalMarkets

• MergersandAcquisitions

• Valuations

• Restructuring

• NewProjectDevelopment

• TreasuryAdvisory

Fixed Income Seamless trading solutions in Government Securities and Corporate Debt.

As the market leader amongst non-bank affiliated primary dealers, we have a strong presence in the local Government Securities arena. We participate in Government debt auctions and make markets in Treasury Bills and Bonds. Our product offering includes distribution of and leveraging in Government Securities, in addition to tailored solutions such as allowable derivatives. We ensure our clients receive timely and accurate electronic trade execution on the primary and secondary market. Investment decision making is fortified by economic and market insight provided by First Capital Research.

Our dealing desk can provide information on quotations, prices, credit ratings, and other data for a wide inventory of investment products. Trading secondary debt is fortified by sophisticated trading facilities and a team of seasoned investment advisors offering personalized services.

• GovernmentSecurities

• FixedIncomeInvestmentProducts

• SecondaryMarketTradingofCorporateandGovernmentDebt

Equities Efficient secondary market trading and margin facilitation.

First Capital offers equity stockbrokering services, acting as a conduit between retail and institutional clients and the secondary market of the Colombo Stock Exchange. Our investment advisors strive to facilitate timely and efficient execution, backed by sophisticated trading tools. We rely on our research team’s invaluable input and our transactional expertise to offer advice on trading strategies. We advise and execute strategic trading for high-net-worth and institutional investors providing single, block and negotiated trades.

We offer margin trading facilities to eligible clientsz to purchase additional shares and access a convenient line of credit.

• Stockbrokering

• MarginTrading

Asset Management Differentiated unit trusts and objective wealth management solutions.

The featured First Capital Funds are Unit Trusts (also called Mutual Funds), which provide a cost-efficient and practical way to start investing in several types of assets under professional guidance. Recognized for superior risk-adjusted performance and emphasis on portfolio manager’s skills, compliance, accountability and risk management. We focus on specific asset classes in which we have deep insight to deliver real value for our clients.

We also offer select investment services and opportunities to individual clients. With our expertise in a comprehensive range of financial services, market access and insights on investment trends, we provide you with clear guidance to achieve your goals. Our wealth management advisors can help individual investors identify issues and explore opportunities bringing clarity to complexities and assist you in planning your financial aspirations.

• UnitTrusts

FirstCapitalWealthFund

FirstCapitalGiltEdgedFund

FirstCapitalMoneyMarketFund

FirstCapitalEquityFund

• PrivateWealthManagement


Contact Us

If you would like to contact us to discuss your financial requirements, we can be reached at

First Capital Holdings PLCNo. 2, Deal Place, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka.Tel No: +94 11 2 639 898, +94 11 2 576 878Fax No: +94 11 2 639 899, +94 11 2 576 866Email: [email protected]

Our opening hours are Monday – Friday 08.00am – 05.00pm

Branches DetailsMatara

No. 24, Mezzanine Floor, E. H. Cooray Building,Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha, Matara. Tel : +94 41 2 222 988 / +94 777 572 279 Fax: +94 41 2 229 778 Email : [email protected]

Kandy

No. 213-215, Peradeniya Road, Kandy. Tel : +94 81 2 236 010 / +94 777 590 521 Fax: +94 81 2 236 011 Email : [email protected]

Kurunegala

No. 6,1st Floor, Union Assurance Building, Rajapihilla Mawatha, Kurunegala. Tel : +94 37 2 222 930 / +94 773 596 443 Fax: +94 37 2 222 945 Email : [email protected]

Web:www.firstcapital.lk

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