Samriddhi Finance CEO Ghimire: Nepal Finance Leadership Shift in Kathmandu
16th April 2025, Kathmandu
Samriddhi Finance Limited has appointed Santosh Kumar Ghimire as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He formally took charge on Tuesday after taking an oath before Chairman Thakur Prasad Bhattarai.
Samriddhi Finance CEO Ghimire
The company’s board had decided on Falgun 28(March 12). The board selected Ghimire to lead the institution into a new phase of growth and transformation.
Over 30 Years of Experience
Ghimire brings nearly three decades of experience in Nepal’s financial sector. He previously worked at Nepal Rastra Bank, the country’s central bank, where he served in various capacities before retiring.
During his time at NRB, Ghimire handled several key responsibilities. He managed struggling financial institutions and helped implement critical policy changes. His leadership helped stabilize risky areas of the financial system.
Proven Leadership in the Private Sector
In addition to his regulatory experience, Ghimire has also worked in private finance. He served as CEO at Gorkhas Finance Limited, where he led several reforms. He also worked as Executive Head at Nepal Share Markets Finance, a company that faced serious challenges. There, he played a major role in institutional recovery and governance improvement.
These roles gave him a deep understanding of both the private and public sides of finance.
Vision for Samriddhi Finance
With Ghimire at the helm, Samriddhi Finance expects stronger leadership and long-term planning. The company wants to sharpen its strategy and improve its internal systems. His appointment is part of the board’s plan to move toward sustainable growth.
According to the company, Ghimire’s focus will include several priorities. These are expanding service access, boosting customer satisfaction, strengthening risk management, and enhancing digital solutions.
Samriddhi Finance believes that its leadership will help build trust, speed up innovation, and improve service quality across the board.
Timing Matters
Ghimire takes charge at a critical time. Nepal’s financial sector is changing fast. Digital banking is growing. Customer expectations are rising. Regulation is becoming stricter. Under these conditions, effective leadership is more important than ever.
Ghimire’s long experience in both regulatory and executive roles makes him well-prepared for the challenge. He knows how to work with government bodies and how to lead teams in competitive markets.
Looking Ahead
In his new role, Ghimire plans to work closely with the board, management, and employees. He aims to create a more resilient and customer-focused institution. He also plans to explore new opportunities for growth and service innovation.
The company said it looks forward to a productive journey under his guidance. Samriddhi Finance believes that Ghimire’s arrival will mark the start of a more prosperous era.
With this transition, the company is set to move forward with confidence, backed by leadership that understands the system, the risks, and the opportunities.
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