Dharshan Elikewela

Director

Dharshan has a strong track record of leadership and excellence throughout his 19 years in the finance industry. With a passion for driving positive change and a commitment to ethical governance.

He has held several leadership positions with various board positions throughout his career, including serving on boards that represent the disability sector, Education sector and the Finance sector. His ability to guide organizations through complex challenges and strategic decision-making has been a cornerstone to his approach on guiding these organisations.

Dharshan places a strong emphasis on corporate governance and ethical business practices. He has a proven track record of promoting transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of resources within organizations to help optimise impact through strategic partnership and social investment.

With a strong financial background, he possesses the skills necessary to analyse financial statements, assess risk, and ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organizations he has served and look to support going forward.

He is known for his strategic thinking and the ability to develop and execute long-term visions. He has a demonstrated history of aligning corporate strategies with market trends and emerging opportunities that will help compliment governmental agencies to creating sustainable impact on social impact opportunities throughout the community.

Dharshan is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion within corporate leadership. He believes in the importance of diverse perspectives and voices in boardrooms and works to foster an inclusive environment that encourages the participation of individuals from all backgrounds.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dharshan sees himself as a Dad and Philanthropist and guides his own family to be actively involved in philanthropic and community initiatives. He believes strongly in giving back to society and has contributed to various charitable causes and organisations.

One of Dharshan’s favourite sayings is,“With gratitude, optimism becomes sustainable” – Stephen Pollan.