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Mario Mendis

Banker ,Marketer, Freelancer
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Mario Mendis

Summary

Results-driven leader with positive attitude and passion for providing high-quality advice and guidance to clients. Proven ability to identify customer needs, resolve conflicts and build strong relationships. Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills. Highly reliable and experienced with track record of helping clients improve bottom-line numbers by providing tailored advice, expertise and innovative solutions. Adept in quickly identifying customer needs and designing customized strategies to maximize company performance and profitability. Skilled in analyzing industry trends, competitor activities and market conditions to make timely decisions.

Overview

28
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
1
Language
1

Bank Manager

2

Freelance Adviser

Work History

Self-employed & Greenkeepers Pvt Ltd

Freelancer Management & Financial Specialist
10.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and organization.
  • Developed customized solutions to address unique client needs, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased profitability by identifying investment opportunities, analyzing potential risks, and providing expert recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Conducted thorough research to provide well-informed recommendations for clients'' strategic decision-making processes.
  • Expanded professional network through attending industry events and engaging in online communities.
  • Contributed towards business development efforts by identifying prospective clients through networking events and referrals from existing customers.
  • Initiated conversations with clients to uncover financial needs, cross-sell products and services and make referrals to business partners to meet sales goals.
  • Developed queries and performed analysis to optimize business intelligence.
  • Expanded global market presence by establishing strategic partnerships and identifying new business opportunities.
  • Increased customer retention rates by addressing concerns promptly and offering personalized solutions based on individual needs.

NDB Bank PLC

Bank Manager
11.2005 - 10.2024

Job overview

  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient banking processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Coached and mentored staff to improve job performance, resulting in higher productivity and employee retention.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Built strong relationships with local businesses, fostering partnerships that benefited both parties.
  • Managed banking operations for smooth daily transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Led efforts for branch growth, successfully achieving targeted loan portfolio expansion while maintaining credit quality.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement within the branch, leveraging industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Oversaw budget planning and expense management for the branch, ensuring financial goals were met or exceeded consistently.
  • Implemented proactive retention strategies that prevented attrition among high-value clientele in competitive markets.
  • Leveraged strong communication skills to present complex financial concepts in easily understandable ways for non-expert clientele.
  • Conducted thorough due diligence on investment opportunities to minimize risk exposure for both clients and the bank.
  • Developed customized lending solutions for clients, including mortgages, personal loans, and lines of credit.
  • Established strong working relationships with internal departments, streamlining processes and enhancing overall efficiency in serving business banking clientele.
  • Leveraged industry knowledge and market trends to identify potential challenges and recommend appropriate solutions for clients'' unique needs.

Seylan Bank PLC

Bank Officer
10.1996 - 11.2005

Job overview

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling inquiries and providing accurate information on banking products.
  • Assisted customers in identifying financial goals and recommended tailored banking solutions that aligned with their objectives.
  • Contributed to branch growth by identifying cross-selling opportunities and promoting suitable products to customers.
  • Mentored junior staff members, improving their skillset and overall productivity within the team.
  • Supported bank management with insightful data analysis, facilitating informed decision-making on key strategic initiatives.
  • Supervised branch operations and made continuous improvements in each area.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Consistently met and exceeded sales targets by utilizing effective selling techniques, fostering long-term relationships with clients, and providing exceptional service.
  • Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by implementing new banking procedures and policies.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to address any identified risks or concerns related to KYC/AML processes.

Education

Sri Lanka Institute Of Marketing
Colombo Sri Lanka

from Leadership Development
12.2022

Postgraduate Institute Of Management
Colombo Sri Lanaka

from Executive Development Programmed For Management
09.2018

College For Banking And Finance
Sri Lanka

Diploma in Credit Management from Credit Management
04.2012

Sri Lanka Institute Of Marketing
Colombo Sri-lanka

Marketing from Diploma of Marketing
05.2005

University Overview

Certification

Level 1 Certificate of Marketing

Level 2 Advance Certificate of Marketing

Level 3 Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing

Sri Lanka Institute Of Banking
Sri Lanka

Diploma in Banking & Finance from Banking And Financial Support Services
06.2000

Skills

  • Financial Services
  • Project restructuring & Debt Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Investment advice
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Negotiation and Persuasion
  • Analytical Thinking & process improvements
  • Revenue Generation
  • Branding strategy
  • Relationship Management
  • Customer Service
  • Portfolio Management
  • Trade finance

Certification

  • [Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing Area of expertise Marketing Management,International Trade,Marketing strategy,Marketing & Finance consultation to SME's through banking industry ] License - Ordinary Life Member

Timeline

Freelancer Management & Financial Specialist

Self-employed & Greenkeepers Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current

Bank Manager

NDB Bank PLC
11.2005 - 10.2024

Bank Officer

Seylan Bank PLC
10.1996 - 11.2005

Sri Lanka Institute Of Marketing

from Leadership Development

Postgraduate Institute Of Management

from Executive Development Programmed For Management

College For Banking And Finance

Diploma in Credit Management from Credit Management

Sri Lanka Institute Of Marketing

Marketing from Diploma of Marketing

Sri Lanka Institute Of Banking

Diploma in Banking & Finance from Banking And Financial Support Services
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Mario MendisBanker ,Marketer, Freelancer