Board of Director
Mr. Sitaram Thapaliya
Chairman
Mr. Sitaram Thapaliya
Chairman
Mr. Sitaram Thapaliya is a seasoned capital market expert with a distinguished track record in Nepal’s financial sector. He served as Chief Executive Officer of Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) from 2013 to 2017, where he led the digital transformation of the stock market, including the implementation of a fully automated online trading system and dematerialized securities transactions. He also held key leadership roles as Chairman and Director at CDS and Clearing Limited (CDSC), where he expanded depository services nationwide and modernized the settlement infrastructure. Additionally, Mr. Thapaliya served as a Board Member at the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) and Citizen Investment Trust (CIT), contributing significantly to policy and institutional reforms in Nepal's capital market.
Mr. Ramesh Kumar Pokharel
Director
Mr. Ramesh Kumar Pokharel
Director
Mr. Pokharel holds MSc, MA, BL, Economics from Brunel University, TU and has held various positions at Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), contributing significantly to the country's financial sector. His roles have included Acting Executive Director and Director of the Foreign Exchange Management Department. His current role in NRN as Director is helping company in company’s strategic decisions and growth.
Mr. Tilak Koirala
Director
Mr. Tilak Koirala
Director
Mr. Koirala a prominent figure in Nepalis Capital Market, known for his advocacy for market reforms. In June 2022, Koirala undertook a 10-day hunger strike, pressing for a 19-point reform agenda aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and investor protection in Nepal’s Capital Market. His efforts have been instrumental in driving regulatory changes aimed at fostering a more robust and investor friendly capital market in Nepal.
Mr. Bimal Kumar Bhattarai
Director
Mr. Bimal Kumar Bhattarai
Director
Mr. Bimal Kumar Bhattarai is a distinguished legal professional with extensive expertise in law and immigration. He holds a Master of Laws (LLM) in Law from The College of Law, Australia. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Law from Nepal Law Campus, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal. Further enhancing his credentials, Mr. Bhattarai has specialized knowledge in Australian Immigration and Law Practice, having pursued legal studies at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). As a dedicated member of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA), Bimal Kumar Bhattarai has contributed significantly to the promotion of Nepali culture and the empowerment of the Nepali diaspora. He has served in various capacities within the organization, including leadership roles in mobilizing resources for Nepal’s development.
Mrs. Dinuka Pokhrel
Director
Mrs. Dinuka Pokhrel
Director
Mrs. Pokharel holds a Master's Degree from Infrastructure University, Malaysia. She has served in several prominent roles, including Director at Nepal Reinsurance Company Limited, Director at Medicare Hospital Limited, and as a former government employee in the Department of Drug Administration, Nepal. Major Achievements as Gold Medalist in Bachelor of Pharmacy, Recipient of the Bidhya Bhusan Ga Award.
Mr. Bishwaraj Nepal
Mr. Bishwaraj Nepal
Mr. Nepal holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) and has made significant contributions to Nepalese entrepreneurial practices. His previous experience as a proprietor has played a pivotal role in shaping the Nepali market. He is an active trader in the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) and has invested in several ventures, including CS Venture Limited and StarLight Investment Company. Additionally, he serves as a Promoter Shareholder of National Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited, further highlighting his commitment to fostering economic growth and financial development in Nepal.