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Developing the Future Leaders of Hospitality Across Sri Lanka & South Asia

Why Join Us

Why Institute Of Hospitality Sri Lanka

Professional Recognition
(FIH / MIH)

Gain internationally recognised professional membership status with the Institute of Hospitality (UK), validating your expertise and professional standing in the global hospitality industry.

Continuous Professional
Development (CPD)

Engage in lifelong learning through structured professional development programmes, workshops, and industry-led knowledge sharing.

Be A Member of the
OPA Sri Lanka

Become part of a worldwide professional community across 52 international networks, connecting you with hospitality leaders, experts, and peers around the globe.

Industry Recognition &
Global Network

Reach a highly recognized network of professionals through the Institute of Hospitality locally and globally.

Career Advancement

Access career development opportunities, professional mentoring, leadership pathways, and international exposure to support your professional growth.

Industry Leadership

Be part of a professional body that develops hospitality leaders through strategic engagement, executive forums, and industry collaboration.

Accreditations

Benefit from globally benchmarked accreditation and endorsement frameworks that recognise excellence in hospitality education and professional training.

Messages from Sri Lanka Chairman and Global Chief Executive Officer
Messages from Our Leaders

Owning the Experiential Tourism Narrative

No global hospitality association has yet claimed leadership in experiential and sustainable tourism at the scale Sri Lanka can offer. IoH Sri Lanka is uniquely positioned to own this narrative — anchoring it in the Ruhunu Ring, wildlife tourism, and authentic cultural experiences.

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Wildlife Tourism

Yala, Udawalawe & Ruhunu ecosystem — world-class wildlife hospitality.

Cultural Experiences

Immersive heritage and authentic Sri Lankan hospitality unique to the region.

Eco & Sustainability

Setting global sustainability benchmarks through practice and certification.

Coastal & Marine

Luxury coastal tourism unique to the Indian Ocean — a growing premium segment.

Tea Country Tourism

Hill country and tea estate experiences defining Sri Lanka's premium identity.

Professional Standards

IoH-certified training frameworks for experiential tourism operators.

Our Valued Partners

Our Valued Partners

Managing Director
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Dr. Kelum De Soysa
Managing Director
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Damith Pallewatta
General Manager
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Manesh Fernando
Committee Meetings & Highlights
25th
March
2026
@ 6 P.M
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Venue
Venue
Fellowship
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Meetings & Discussions

National Hospitality Conference Partners Meeting - APRIL 2026 at Galle Face Hotel

Committee Meeting - OCTOBER 2025 at Galle Face Hotel

33rd Annual General Meeting - JULY 2025 at Shangri-La Colombo

Exco Meeting - SEPTEMBER 2025 at Sofia Hotel

Recognising Member Excellence

Member

Mr. Sujeewa De Zoysa

Appointed General Manager
Browns Hotels & Resorts

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Member

Mr. Niroshan De Silva

Appointed CEO and Sector Managing Director
LAUGFS Retail

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Member

Mr. Denesh Silva

Appointed Director of Sales
Ramada Hotel Colombo

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Member

Mr. Kamal Munasinghe

Appointed Chief Operating Officer
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts

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Member

Dr. Ananda Raj

Obtained a doctorate in
Hospitality Management

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Member

Mr. Nazumi Azar

Appointed General Manager
Cinnamon Grand Colombo

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Member

Mr. Kanishka Udawatta

Appointed Director of Sales
Shangri-La Hotel Colombo

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Member

Mr. Nalinda Abeyratna

Appointed Executive Chef
Heritance Kandalama

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Member

Mr. Suresh Abbas

Appointed General Manager
Galle Face Hotel

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Member

Mr. Mahinda Pinnapola

Appointed General Manager
Heritage Grand, Nuwara Eliya

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