EO Sri Lanka Begins a New Chapter 2026/27

EO Sri Lanka officially welcomed the 2026-27 EO year on 1st July 2026 as the chapter ushered in a new era of leadership under President Abeetha Perera, Director of W. A. Perera & Co. Ltd (WAPCO), and his newly appointed Board of Directors. The ceremonial handover saw the presidency baton passed from Tarindra Kaluperuma, Executive Director of Stafford Motor Company (Pvt) Ltd, symbolizing a seamless transition and the beginning of another exciting chapter for Sri Lanka’s entrepreneurial community.

Having successfully led the chapter through a year Beyond Borders & Beyond Limits, Tarindra Kaluperuma concluded his tenure by entrusting the leadership of the chapter to Abeetha Perera, whose vision for the year is captured in the theme “Beyond the Edge” – an invitation to practice Conscious Leadership and turn it into Transformational Action.

The theme reflects a commitment to developing entrepreneurs who lead with intention, self-awareness, and purpose while inspiring meaningful transformation within their organisations and communities. It challenges members to think beyond conventional boundaries, embrace innovation, and pursue growth with courage, resilience, and authenticity.

Supporting President Abeetha Perera is a dynamic Board of Directors, bringing together accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries.

• Umayanga Nanayakkara, Managing Director of Asset Engineering Pvt Ltd, as Forum Chair
• Imran Akbarally, Executive Director of Akbar Brothers Exports Pvt Ltd, as Learning Chair
• Chamindra Gamage, Managing Director of Varna Ltd, as Governance Chair
• Divek Amrith, Director of Melwire Lanka Pvt Ltd, as Member Engagement Chair
• Chirath Devasurendra, Director of ARRC Capital (Pvt) Ltd, as Marketing and Communications Chair
• Tarusha Weerasooria, Director of Finco Holdings Pvt Ltd, as Finance Chair
• Humaid Khalid, Director of Raseeka Impex, as Strategic Alliance Chair
• Losini Gajendran, Principal of Gajma & CO, as Membership Chair
• Shanika Arsecularatne, CEO and Medical Director of Christell Luxury wellness, as Women of EO Chair
• Sujan Suresh, Director of ZILLIONe, as GSEA Chair
• Shanjeeve Sriskandarajah, Managing Director of Kala Group, as Retreat Chair
• Chathura Samarasinghe, Managing Director of P.S Knitters Pvt Ltd, as MyEO Chair.

EO Sri Lanka continues to serve as a trusted platform where entrepreneurs can openly exchange experiences, gain new perspectives, and build lifelong relationships with fellow business leaders. As the country’s entrepreneurial landscape continues to evolve, the chapter remains dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning while equipping members to navigate the opportunities and challenges of modern business.

With President Abeetha Perera and his Board of Directors at the helm, EO Sri Lanka enters the 2026-27 year with renewed purpose and ambition and the chapter looks forward to inspiring entrepreneurs to embrace transformational change, lead consciously, and venture Beyond the Edge-creating stronger leaders, stronger businesses, and a stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem for Sri Lanka.