Sri Lanka Institute of Directors Appoints Anitra Perera as CEO
The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) pleased announces the appointment of Anitra Perera as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 2024. With a distinguished career in education, strategic consulting, and leadership, Ms. Perera brings a wealth of experience that will be instrumental in advancing the mission of SLID. Anitra Perera is a…
DIMO and SDF Boost Farmers’ Access to Modern Equipment
DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, has recently partnered with Sarvodaya Development Finance (SDF) to provide accessibility to high-quality agricultural equipment for small and medium-scale farmers. The objective of this partnership is to elevate the agriculture industry’s mechanization to further develop efficiency and productivity. Through this agreement, Sarvodaya Development Finance will provide special…
Tropical Christmas Countdown Begins at Pegasus Reef with Annual Cake Mixing Ceremony
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun at Pegasus Reef, where the much-anticipated Annual Cake Mixing Ceremony kicked off the hotel’s festive celebrations in a uniquely tropical style! This beloved tradition marks the start of an exciting holiday season, inviting guests from near and far to celebrate amidst a picturesque, beachfront setting. As chefs paraded…
Tissamaharama Material Recovery Facility Opens Doors: Cleantech and Elephant House Paves Way for a Sustainable Waste Management Future in Sri Lanka
Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s leading provider of integrated waste management solutions, recently inaugurated the Tissamaharama Material Recovery Facility, marking a significant milestone in its fight against plastic waste. This facility, launched in partnership with Gunadamin Elephant House , the CSR arm of Ceylon Cold Stores Elephant House – Beverages, underscores Cleantech’s unwavering commitment to…
PR Wire Enters Policy Advisory Landscape with LexAG Collaboration
PR Wire Sri Lanka (PRW), a member of the Wire Communication Consultancy Holdings Group (WCCG), announced a strategic partnership with LexAG – Legal Consultants, a renowned legal consultancy firm based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, further enhancing its service portfolio into policy advisory services. This collaboration represents a significant milestone for PR Wire as it expands…
Diva Dathata Diriyak Entrepreneurial Skills Development Programme Empowers Women Entrepreneurs in North Central Province
Diva Dathata Diriyak Women Entrepreneurial Skills Development Programme is a collaborative effort by Diva, one of the leading laundry brands in Sri Lanka from Hemas Consumer Brands and Women in Management (WIM) to support and empower women entrepreneurs island wide. The 6th regional rollout of this program was successfully concluded in Anuradhapura on the 7th…
Three Decades of Power: Celebrating Power World Gym’s 30th Anniversary
Power World Gyms proudly marks its 30th anniversary, celebrating three decades of outstanding contributions to the fitness landscape in Sri Lanka. Since its inception in 1994, the company has led the way in promoting health and wellness, earning a reputation as the largest and most trusted chain of fitness centers in the country. Over the…
SLID to inspire leaders with first-ever International Director Conference
The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) is set to host the highly anticipated International Director Conference on the 29th of October 2024, at the Oak Room, Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo, from 9.00am to 5.00pm. The event, which will be held under the theme ‘The Courage To be Bold’, has been curated to inspire business…
Hayleys Solar and Sampath Bank Join Forces to offer Affordable Solar Loans
In a significant step towards encouraging solar power adoption island-wide, Sampath Bank PLC and Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to provide an easy and affordable lending scheme for Rooftop Solar PV installation investments targeting residential, commercial, and industrial clusters. This initiative aims to encourage…
Scybers Appoints Global Services Industry Veteran, Gautam Thakkar to the Strategic Advisory Board
Scybers, a fast-growing global cybersecurity managed security services firm, today announced the appointment of Gautam Thakkar, a senior executive leader with deep experience in global service delivery across aviation, financial services, insurance, and consulting, as a Strategic Board Advisor. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Gautam brings a wealth of experience in consulting,…