Ramesh Dassanayake is a highly experienced tourism professional with more than 30 years of leadership in Sri Lanka’s travel and hospitality industry. He is the Founder and Director of Sunway Holidays, a well-established destination management company that has been promoting Sri Lanka to international markets since 1992.

Throughout his career, he has worked extensively with global travel partners, tour operators and tourism authorities, playing a key role in developing inbound tourism and strengthening Sri Lanka’s presence in international travel markets. His expertise spans tour operations, destination marketing, international partnerships and tourism development.

Mr. Dassanayake is committed to supporting the professional growth of the hospitality and tourism sector through knowledge sharing, industry collaboration and the promotion of global standards within the profession.

Mr. Sisira Senaratna is a respected hospitality professional with extensive experience in hotel operations, tourism development and industry training in Sri Lanka. Over the course of his career, he has contributed significantly to the growth and professional advancement of the hospitality sector, bringing strong expertise in operational management, staff development and service excellence.

He has held senior management positions within leading hospitality establishments and has been actively involved in promoting professional standards, industry education and capacity building within the tourism and hospitality community.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, Mr. Senaratna continues to support initiatives that strengthen professional networking, knowledge sharing and the development of future hospitality leaders.

Mr. Niroshan De Silva is a distinguished hospitality industry professional with extensive leadership experience across Sri Lanka’s leisure, tourism and retail sectors. He currently serves as Sri Lanka Regional Vice Chair of the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), contributing to the advancement of professional standards and development within the hospitality community.

Mr. De Silva has held several prominent leadership roles, including Chief Executive Officer of LAUGFS Leisure, where he has played a significant role in driving strategic growth and strengthening hospitality operations. He is also recognised for his contributions to industry development, having served as Co-Chairman of Hotel Show Colombo and as Founder Chairman of the National Barista Championship in Sri Lanka.

With a strong background in hospitality leadership, brand development and industry engagement, Mr. De Silva continues to support initiatives that enhance professional education, innovation and collaboration within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

Dr. Harsha Jayasinghe is a highly respected hospitality professional with more than three decades of leadership experience in the leisure and tourism industry. He currently serves as the General Manager of Pandanus Beach Resort & Spa in Sri Lanka and has extensive international exposure, having worked across numerous countries within the global hospitality sector.

Dr. Jayasinghe holds several academic and professional qualifications in hospitality and management, including a PhD in Hospitality Management, reflecting his commitment to advancing professional standards and leadership within the industry. Over the course of his career, he has held senior positions ranging from operations management to executive leadership, successfully driving operational excellence, team development and strategic growth in hospitality organisations.

He has played a significant role in strengthening professional development within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector and previously served as Chairperson of the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) – Sri Lanka Chapter, contributing to the promotion of global hospitality standards and industry education.

Mr. Thushara Gunawardana is an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in hotel management, operations and customer service excellence. Over the years, he has contributed to the development of Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector through his leadership in hotel operations, staff training and service quality improvement.

With extensive industry knowledge and practical experience, Mr. Gunawardana has been actively involved in initiatives that support professional development and the promotion of international hospitality standards.

Through his role within the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he continues to support industry collaboration, professional networking and the growth of hospitality talent in Sri Lanka.

Ms. Taniaa Tissera is a hospitality and tourism professional with experience in guest relations, hospitality operations and service excellence. She has been actively involved in initiatives that promote professional development and industry collaboration within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

Through her engagement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, Ms. Tissera contributes to the promotion of international hospitality standards, professional networking and knowledge sharing among industry professionals.

Her commitment to service quality and industry development reflects the values of professionalism and continuous learning that are central to the global hospitality community.

Mr. Nalinda Abeyratna is a seasoned hospitality professional with extensive experience in hotel operations, service management and hospitality leadership. Throughout his career, he has contributed to maintaining high service standards and operational excellence within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Abeyratna has supported initiatives that promote continuous learning, service quality and leadership within the hospitality community.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he actively contributes to strengthening professional networks and encouraging the adoption of global hospitality standards across the industry.

Mr. Patrick Pereira is an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in hotel operations, service management and industry leadership. Throughout his career, he has contributed to maintaining high service standards and operational excellence within Sri Lanka’s hospitality and tourism sector.

With extensive industry experience, Mr. Pereira has been actively involved in initiatives that support professional development, knowledge sharing and the promotion of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he continues to contribute to strengthening professional collaboration and advancing the growth of the hospitality profession.

Mr. Refhan Razeen is a hospitality and tourism professional with experience in hotel operations, guest services and industry development. He has contributed to maintaining high service standards and supporting operational excellence within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

With a strong interest in professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Razeen actively supports initiatives that encourage knowledge sharing and the adoption of global hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and promoting continuous growth within the hospitality community.

Mr. Rehan Razeen is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, guest relations and service excellence within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality industry. He has contributed to maintaining high operational standards and supporting quality service delivery in the sector.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Razeen actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and encouraging the growth and development of the hospitality profession.

Mr. Sugath Illangakoon is an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in hotel operations, tourism management and service excellence. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to enhancing operational standards and service quality within Sri Lanka’s hospitality and tourism sector.

He has been actively involved in supporting professional development and industry collaboration, promoting the importance of continuous learning and international best practices in hospitality.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, Mr. Illangakoon contributes to initiatives that strengthen professional networks and encourage the advancement of hospitality standards across the industry.

Mr. Suresh Abbas is a hospitality and tourism professional with extensive experience in hotel operations, service management and industry development. Throughout his career, he has contributed to maintaining high standards of service excellence and operational efficiency within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

He is actively involved in initiatives that support professional growth, knowledge sharing and the promotion of international hospitality standards.

Through his engagement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, Mr. Abbas contributes to strengthening industry collaboration and advancing professional development within the hospitality community.

Mr. Trevin Gomez is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, service management and guest relations within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional growth and industry collaboration, Mr. Gomez supports initiatives that encourage knowledge sharing, leadership development and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession.

Prof. Rangana Shalika graduated from Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka before receiving his Master’s degree from Colombo University, Sri Lanka, and PhD degree from Management and Science University in Malaysia. He currently works as a Professor in Tourism Management attached to the Department of Tourism Management, Faculty of Management Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya. He was the former Director of the Center for Research and Knowledge Dissemination (CRKD), Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. He has been involved in various administrative activities at the University and contributed his service to various government and private sector tourism projects as a consultant and a resource person in various workshops.  His major teaching and research areas are ecotourism, community-based tourism, sustainable tourism development, and homestay tourism in Asian Countries. He has published nearly 65 articles in well-recognized journals both in Sri Lanka and overseas. Prof. Rangana is an editorial board member of the Journal of Tourism and Hospitality Management, International Journal of Education, Humanities and Social Science, and a member of the Global Association for Humanities and Social Science Research, and the managing editor of the South Asian Journal of Tourism and Hospitality.

Mr. Denesh Silva is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, service management and guest relations within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong focus on professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Silva actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession.

Dr. Malraj Kiriella is a respected academic and hospitality professional with extensive experience in hospitality education, training and industry development. He has played a significant role in advancing professional standards within Sri Lanka’s hospitality and tourism sector through his contributions to academic leadership and skills development.

With a strong background in teaching, research and industry engagement, Dr. Kiriella is committed to nurturing future hospitality professionals and promoting international best practices within the field.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he supports initiatives that enhance professional knowledge, industry collaboration and the continuous development of hospitality education and training.

Mr. Imran Hassan is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, guest relations and service management within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Hassan actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession.

Mr. Kamal Munasinghe is an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in hotel operations, service management and tourism development. Throughout his career, he has contributed to maintaining high standards of service excellence and operational efficiency within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

He is actively involved in initiatives that support professional development, industry collaboration and the promotion of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, Mr. Munasinghe contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing the growth and development of the hospitality profession.

Mr. Kanishka Udawatta is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, service management and guest relations within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Udawatta actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession.

Mr. Asela Wawita is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, service management and guest relations within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Wewita actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession.

Mr. Ananda Raj is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, service management and guest relations within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Raj actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession.

Mr. Indika de Silva is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, service management and guest relations within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. de Silva actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession

Mr. Mahinda Pinnapola is an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in hotel operations, service management and tourism development within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service excellence and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Pinnapola actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and supporting the continued growth of the hospitality profession.

Mr. Nazumi Azar is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, guest relations and service management within the international hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational excellence across diverse hospitality environments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and cross-cultural collaboration, Mr. Azar actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), he contributes to strengthening global professional networks and supporting the continuous development of the hospitality industry.

Mr. Senaka de Silva is an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in hotel operations, service management and tourism development within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service excellence and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. de Silva actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and supporting the continued growth of the hospitality profession.

Mr. Sujeewa de Zoysa is a hospitality professional with extensive experience in hotel operations, service management and tourism development within Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service excellence and operational efficiency across a range of hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. de Zoysa actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and supporting the continued growth of the hospitality profession.

Mr. Sushan Fernando is a hospitality professional with experience in hotel operations, service management and guest relations within Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality sector. He has contributed to maintaining high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency across hospitality establishments.

With a strong commitment to professional development and industry collaboration, Mr. Fernando actively supports initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of international hospitality standards.

Through his involvement with the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Sri Lanka Region, he contributes to strengthening professional networks and advancing excellence within the hospitality profession.