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.