Empowering the Future: Meet the Advisory Board Leading Women in Tech Sri Lanka

In an era where technology, innovation and entrepreneurship are transforming every sector, representation matters more than ever. We are thrilled to introduce a dynamic group of leaders, innovators, and change‑makers who are shaping the future of tech and entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka. Their collective expertise spans innovation, education, biotechnology, digital strategy, and leadership — all united by a shared vision: to empower more women to thrive in STEM and tech‑driven ventures.

Meet Our Advisory Board

▪️ Nevindaree (Nevi) Premarathne – Founder & CEO at The Makers

▪️ Oshadie Korale, Ph.D – Co‑Founder & COO at XpressJobs

▪️ Sanjini Munaweera – Regional Head South Asia at ADA

▪️ Chandi H Dharmaratne – Chief Growth Officer at ShoreTree Holdings

▪️ Amali Ranasinghe – COO at Sri Lanka Institute of Biotechnology (SLIBTEC)

▪️ Chathurie Nupearachchi – CEO at Digimeet Education

▪️ Heminda Jayaweera – Executive Director at TRACE ‑ Sri Lanka; Co‑Founder & Director at 3H Innovations

▪️ Yohan Liyanage – Founder & CEO at Sentiva; CEO at Altrium

▪️ Kanishka Gunatunga – Co‑Founder & CEO at Kode Tech; Co‑Founder & Director at Buzz Builders

▪️ Buddhika De Alwis – Managing Director & Co‑Founder at Trustvault

What is Women in Tech Sri Lanka Chapter?

Women in Tech is a global organisation that champions inclusion, diversity and equity in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics). Its mission is to empower 5 million women worldwide by 2030. The Sri Lanka Chapter officially launched in November 2023, under the theme “Learners to Leaders – Women’s Journey in Tech,” marking a significant milestone in the country’s tech ecosystem.

History & Evolution

Since its global inception in 2018, Women in Tech has grown into one of the foremost networks for empowering women in STEAM. The Sri Lanka Chapter rapidly established itself via thought leadership, panel discussions, and building local membership. It joined a network of over 48 countries globally, comprising over 200,000 members by late 2023. Key early successes include raising visibility of gender gaps in tech education, facilitating conversations about mentorship and work‑life balance, and building industry, policy and academic alliances.

Current Leadership of the Sri Lanka Chapter

▪️ Sanali Kaushalya — Country Director / Chapter Ambassador

▪️ Sheron Kitchilan — Community Manager

▪️ Dinusha Geethanjali — Marketing Manager

▪️ Shanika Madushani — Partnerships Manager

▪️ Priyanka Chandrakanthan — Executive Partnerships

The chapter has also renewed its strategic communications partnership with Mark and Comm Ltd, a PR agency in Colombo, to strengthen its outreach and advocacy efforts.

Why This Advisory Board Matters — What’s New

With this newly‑appointed Advisory Board, Women in Tech Sri Lanka is not just expanding its network, but deepening its capacity. The board brings together expertise across domains critical for sustainable change: innovation, biotechnology, education, digital strategy, and leadership. This means more tailored mentorship, stronger policies, and more opportunities for women in tech and entrepreneurship.

Looking Ahead: The Shared Vision

As the Sri Lanka Chapter scales up, some of its priorities will include enhancing access to tech education for girls and women, building mentorship networks, influencing policy to support female technopreneurs, creating platforms for women‑led startups, and addressing systemic barriers such as unconscious bias and inclusion in leadership.

Conclusion

This Advisory Board marks a significant step forward for Women in Tech Sri Lanka. Backed by global mission, local leadership, and now a team of distinguished advisors, the chapter is poised to accelerate progress. The future of Sri Lanka’s tech ecosystem will be stronger, more inclusive, and more innovative because of leaders like these — ensuring that women are not just participants, but shapers of the tech revolution.