CEO Magazine Sri Lanka

16/01/2025

People’s Insurance, a leading player in Sri Lanka’s general insurance sector, has achieved a remarkable recognition across various international platforms. The company recently won multiple prestigious awards, showcasing its exceptional services, innovative products, and robust leadership. Among these accolades, People’s Insurance secured three distinguished awards for 2024, underscoring its commitment to excellence in the insurance market.

People’s Insurance, a leading player in Sri Lanka’s general insurance sector, has achieved a remarkable recognition across various international platforms. The company recently won multiple prestigious awards, showcasing its exceptional services, innovative products, and robust leadership. Among...

16/01/2025

Meta, the owner of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, is preparing to cut about 5% of its global workforce, as the company looks to drop “low performers faster”.

Meta, the owner of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, is preparing to cut about 5% of its global workforce, as the company looks to drop “low performers faster”. In a memo to staff, boss Mark Zuckerberg said he had made the decision to speed up the firm’s regular performance-based cuts in antic...

16/01/2025

Sri Lanka took a major step toward its tourism ambitions with the kickoff of the Marina development at Port City Colombo, a project set to transform the island into a luxury travel hotspot in South Asia.

Sri Lanka took a major step toward its tourism ambitions with the kickoff of the Marina development at Port City Colombo, a project set to transform the island into a luxury travel hotspot in South Asia. With a target of three million visitors and US$ 5 billion in revenue by 2025, The Marina is expe...

14/01/2025

Celebrating the Spirit of Pongal! ✨

This Pongal, we honor the hard work, gratitude, and togetherness that this harvest festival symbolizes. It's a time to cherish traditions, celebrate abundance, and look forward to growth and prosperity.

Wishing all our readers, partners, and the vibrant community a joyful and blessed Pongal!

09/01/2025

Inflation, interest rates and tariffs mean 2025 is shaping up to be an intriguing year for the global economy. One in which growth is expected to remain at a “stable yet underwhelming” 3.2%, according to the International Monetary Fund. So what might that mean for all of us?

Inflation, interest rates and tariffs mean 2025 is shaping up to be an intriguing year for the global economy. One in which growth is expected to remain at a “stable yet underwhelming” 3.2%, according to the International Monetary Fund. So what might that mean for all of us? Exactly a week befor...

09/01/2025

Sri Lanka will focus on stronger recovery this year after the island nation posted real GDP growth of 5% in 2024, the highest in seven years, its central bank chief said, hoping to accelerate a rebound from its worst financial crisis in decades.

Sri Lanka will focus on stronger recovery this year after the island nation posted real GDP growth of 5% in 2024, the highest in seven years, its central bank chief said, hoping to accelerate a rebound from its worst financial crisis in decades. Sri Lanka’s economy crumpled under a severe foreign ...

08/01/2025

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07/01/2025

The Sri Lanka Economic Summit organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is to be inaugurated on 28 January at the Shangri La Hotel Colombo, under the theme Shaping Sri Lanka’s Future: Transformational Growth Rooted in Sound Economic Policies.

The Sri Lanka Economic Summit organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is to be inaugurated on 28 January at the Shangri La Hotel Colombo, under the theme Shaping Sri Lanka’s Future: Transformational Growth Rooted in Sound Economic Policies. On day 2 of the Summit on January 29th, one of the ke...

07/01/2025

The US has added several Chinese technology companies, including gaming and social media giant Tencent and battery maker CATL, to a list of businesses it says work with China’s military.

The US has added several Chinese technology companies, including gaming and social media giant Tencent and battery maker CATL, to a list of businesses it says work with China’s military. The list serves as a warning to American companies and organisations about the risks of doing business with Chi...

02/01/2025

Gracing our cover this month on our Anniversary Edition is Kumar Rodrigo, Chief Executive Officer of LAUGFS Lubricants Ltd.

Explore how his leadership has not only steered LAUGFS Lubricants toward remarkable growth but has also redefined how businesses can innovate, adapt, and thrive in competitive markets. Kumar's leadership philosophy - rooted in integrity and resilience - sets a benchmark for aspiring leaders across industries.

Read his insightful journey on our website!
https://ceo.lk/empathetic-leadership-with-unique-charisma/

02/01/2025

Jerad Milvin, Chairman and Director of the Royal Academy is exclusively featured in our latest edition. Visit our website!

In a country where the cost of education often limits access to opportunity, Jerad Milvin has committed his life to changing that narrative. As Chairman and Director of the Royal Academy of Professional Studies, he is leading an institution dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable education t...

02/01/2025

Kumar Rodrigo, CEO of LAUGFS Lubricants Ltd is exclusively featured in our latest edition. Visit our website!

Leading LAUGFS Lubricants Ltd is Kumar Rodrigo, a dynamic CEO who has seamlessly blended strategy, innovation, and integrity to achieve remarkable results. With a career built on collaborations with global brands, he has brought a wealth of global insights and practices to the Sri Lankan market. His...

01/01/2025

As we step into a new year, we remain committed to honoring leadership and sharing stories that inspire. Wishing you all a year of peace, growth, and success.

27/12/2024

At the highly anticipated Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024, held to celebrate the excellence and contributions of the country’s tourism industry, Colombo by Jeep was recognized with the prestigious Innovative Experiential Product Award. This recognition is a testament to the uniqueness and creativity behind the company’s immersive tours, which offer a truly distinct way to experience the bustling capital of Colombo.

At the highly anticipated Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024, held to celebrate the excellence and contributions of the country’s tourism industry, Colombo by Jeep was recognized with the prestigious Innovative Experiential Product Award. This recognition is a testament to the uniqueness and creativ....

23/12/2024

Presenting our fifth edition of ''Dare to Lead.''
We proudly present our leaders whose stories exemplify resilience, vision, and a commitment to excellence. These individuals have not only made remarkable strides in their respective industries but have also demonstrated what it means to lead with purpose and courage.

This month on the cover, we celebrate:
- Aruna Dayanatha, Director and Chief Conceptualist of Right-X (Pvt.) Ltd
- Minhaj Mahmood, Country Head of C.H. Robinson Sri Lanka
- Gayathri Karunanayake, Director/CEO of Consultszone Pvt Ltd
- Amra Zareer, Founder/Director of The Corridors Pvt Ltd
- Tharika Gamage, the Group QA Manager at Jay Jay Mills Lanka
- Thanuja Krishnaratna, Executive Director and Actuary at Actsure Lab

Dive into their inspiring stories of leadership, innovation, and visionary thinking. Let's celebrate these extraordinary individuals who are shaping a brighter future!

23/12/2024

Thanuja Krishnaratna, Executive Director and Actuary at Actsure Lab is exclusively featured in our latest edition. Visit our website!

Thanuja Krishnaratna, Executive Director and Actuary at Actsure Lab brings a unique blend of technical prowess and leadership acumen to her role. With a background steeped in actuarial science, she navigates the complexities of her dual responsibilities with finesse. Actsure Lab, a consulting firm s...

23/12/2024

Tharika Gamage, the Group QA Manager at Jay Jay Mills Lanka is exclusively featured in our latest edition. Visit our website!

In the highly competitive apparel industry, leadership is more than just managing teams; it’s about inspiring continuous growth, fostering innovation, and navigating complex global challenges. Tharika Gamage, the Group QA Manager at Jay Jay Mills Lanka, exemplifies these traits, through her empowe...

23/12/2024

Gayathri Karunanayake, Director/CEO of Consultszone Pvt Ltd, and Amra Zareer, Founder/Director of The Corridors Pvt Ltd, are exclusively featured in our latest edition. Visit our website!

The collaboration between Gayathri Karunanayake, Director/CEO of Consultszone Pvt Ltd, and Amra Zareer, Founder/Director of The Corridors Pvt Ltd, marks a groundbreaking initiative in the fields of logistics, transport, and supply chain management. Their partnership leverages the unique strengths of...