Blue Ocean Securities
Headquartered in London, UK. Registered Capital: £10 Million.
Holds UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) authorization to operate. FCA Registration No: 16838639.
Simultaneously licensed and regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) (for operations within Sri Lanka).
Mission
To enable every investor to enter the stock market in a simple, transparent, and innovative way.
Vision
To redefine the retail investment experience in Sri Lanka through technological innovation and financial education.
Rohan Dias
He was born into a family with a strong tradition in academia and finance. His father served as an economic adviser to the Central Bank, and his mother was a university lecturer in economics. Many members of the Dias family work in finance, education, and public service, earning the reputation of upholding the “Dias family legacy of wisdom and responsibility.”
Bachelor’s Degree: University of Colombo — B.A. in Economics and Finance
Master’s Degree: London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) — Master’s in Financial Engineering
Honors Program: International Capital Markets and Investment Risk Management Program (jointly awarded by NUS Business School)
Rohan Dias
He was born into a family with a strong tradition in academia and finance. His father served as an economic adviser to the Central Bank, and his mother was a university lecturer in economics. Many members of the Dias family work in finance, education, and public service, earning the reputation of upholding the “Dias family legacy of wisdom and responsibility.”
Bachelor’s Degree: University of Colombo — B.A. in Economics and Finance
Master’s Degree: London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) — Master’s in Financial Engineering
Honors Program: International Capital Markets and Investment Risk Management Program (jointly awarded by NUS Business School)
Career
Rohan Dias is known for his sharp market insight and steady investment style. He currently serves as Chief Analyst and Investment Strategist at International Securities.
Over the past 25 years, he has worked at multiple international financial institutions, covering equities, funds, foreign exchange, and quantitative investment. His core philosophy is: “Let rational analysis guide the direction of capital.”
- Former Financial Advisor at the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka
- Former Chief Market Analyst for South Asia, HSBC Global Markets
- Current Head of Investment Strategy at the International Securities Council
- Speaker at various international financial forums, including the Asia Capital Summit and Global Investment Forum
Investment Style & Expertise
Short-Term Returns: Skilled at capturing market opportunities; achieved over 10% daily stock gains for three consecutive months.
Block Trading: Prefers low-risk block trade allocations, generating long-term returns through stable strategies.
IPO Investments: Expert in IPO research and pricing assessments; excels at precise positioning during the subscription phase to secure high allotment rates and maximize first-day listing gains.
Personal Philosophy & Influence
Rohan Dias believes that “prudent investing is an extension of social responsibility.” He actively promotes financial education, funding multiple universities to establish investment research courses and nurture the next generation of securities analysts.
In the international investment community, he is regarded as “Sri Lanka’s most rational market voice,” and his strategy reports are widely referenced in capital-market decision-making across South Asia.
Leadership Team Members
- Robert Finch
- Chief Executive Officer
A UK-born visionary leader with 20 years of experience in international financial services. At 45, he brings a deep understanding of global capital markets, having previously served as a Director of Strategy at a major London investment bank where he focused on emerging markets and cross-border investment platforms. He holds an MBA and is responsible for setting the company’s strategic direction, securing institutional funding, and driving the overall corporate vision.
- Rohan De Silva
- Chief Operating Officer
A 40-year-old Sri Lankan native and expert in financial technology and operations. Rohan’s 15-year career includes key roles in brokerage and trade execution for a leading Colombo-based securities firm. He is responsible for managing the firm’s day-to-day operations, overseeing the trading technology infrastructure (including the “Real-Time Trading Technology & Smart Matching System”), and ensuring operational efficiency between the London headquarters and the Sri Lankan market.
- Esmeralda Cook
- Chief Risk Officer
A 43-year-old UK-born specialist in compliance and risk management. Esmeralda has a Master’s in Financial Law and extensive experience establishing governance frameworks for rapidly expanding fintech companies. Her primary focus is on managing market, credit, and operational risk, and implementing robust internal controls to align the firm with international standards, particularly those of the UK financial environment.
- Anjali Perera
- Independent Non-Executive Director
A highly respected 38-year-old Sri Lankan economist and corporate governance specialist with a Ph.D. in Financial Economics. Her role is to provide independent oversight and strategic advice to the Board, offering expert insight into the local regulatory landscape, market dynamics, and cultural sensitivities of the Sri Lankan investment community.
- Nilan Fernando
- Legal Counsel & Company Secretary
A 35-year-old attorney, Sri Lankan by birth, who is dual-qualified in both UK and Sri Lankan law. Nilan is responsible for all corporate legal matters, managing regulatory filings, and ensuring that the company adheres to both UK corporate governance standards and the securities regulations of the target market. He acts as the key advisor to the Board on all statutory and legal compliance issues.