Redefining Leadership in Banking
In an era where women are redefining the contours of leadership across industries, Shashi Kandambi Jassim emerges as a force to reckon with in the banking sector. Shashi’s ascent to the top ranks of the banking industry is nothing short of extraordinary, marked by a blend of unconventional beginnings and determination. From her humble start […]
A Stellar Approach to Innovation and Sustainability
As Chief Marketing Officer of Sunshine Consumer Lanka, Kavi Rajapaksha envisions leveraging her role to drive innovation and sustainable growth within the company by 2025, particularly in response to the evolving landscape of consumer preferences and behaviours. Reflecting on past strategies, Kavi acknowledges the need to adapt to a world where consumer behaviour is […]
Navigating the Skies of Tomorrow
With an illustrious 40-year career in the aviation industry, Dushy Jayaweera, Executive Vice President – Aviation Services, Acorn Group has been marked by dynamic leadership since her current tenure began in 1994. Her decision to enter this field was rooted in a lifelong fascination with aviation, sparked during her youth when she observed airport procedures […]
Leading the Flavour Revolution
As Head of Commercial at Food Studio SL, Louzanne Perera’s professional journey commenced within advertising agencies, where she embarked on a path that would shape her career in marketing and communications. With experiences both locally and internationally, including stints in vibrant cities like Dubai and Malaysia, she quickly immersed herself in the multifaceted world […]
Oriflame’s Approach to Beauty in the Digital Age
With nearly 20 years of experience at Oriflame Cosmetics, Dinusha Abeywickrama, Marketing and Sales Support Manager, has witnessed significant changes in the beauty industry. Throughout her tenure, she has observed remarkable shifts in consumer preferences, technological advancements, and market dynamics. These experiences have shaped her approach to marketing and sales support, influencing how she navigates […]
Empowering Women in Logistics and Transport
Bringing a wealth of experience in Supply Chain and logistics to the table, Gayathri Karunanayake, Founder of Consultszone is poised to share insights on driving innovation and efficiency within organizations by 2025 amidst the evolving landscape of supply chain management. With a career marked by a deep understanding of supply chain intricacies and a commitment […]
Leading the Charge for Sustainable Tourism
Drawing upon her diverse leadership background, Anitha Munasinghe, Country Manager at Solidaridad Network envisions the lessons gleaned from 2023/24 shaping the success of Solidaridad as it approaches 2025. Solidaridad, an international civil society organization, has spanned a transformative journey since its inception in the Netherlands, and now extending its reach to over 40 countries […]
Redefining Leadership: Celebrating the Women of KPMG
Ranjani Joseph – Partner, Head of Banking Services & Markets & Deputy Head of Audit at KPMG Sri Lanka With over 20 years of professional service experience and your current roles at KPMG, can you take us through your journey, especially in the Banking Sector Market Group? How have your experiences, both locally and internationally, […]
Shaking up the Status Quo
In the vibrant world of mixology, where creativity and passion collide to create liquid masterpieces, one name stands out – Sasala Dissanayake, the talent behind CocktailswithValerie. A self-taught and self-learned mixologist, her journey from the corporate world to cocktails is about pursuing one’s true passion. Sasala’s story begins with a solid foundation in education, […]
Empowering Women in Business: The Story of Christeen Silva, Founder of Absolute
Christeen Silva’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the willingness to learn from failures. Her journey from a failed fast-fashion brand to a successful slow-fashion brand, Absolute, has been marked with challenges, setbacks, and moments of triumph. However, her success is not just limited to her entrepreneurial ventures. Christeen has also […]