Joel Tillekeratne is a visionary Sri Lankan entrepreneur best known as the founder and CEO of Carnage, the island’s premier activewear and lifestyle brand. Pioneering a modern e-commerce and social-media-driven apparel ecosystem, he revolutionized Sri Lanka's retail landscape by merging high-performance sportswear with contemporary street culture. Through Carnage, Tillekeratne has proved that local manufacturing can produce world-class products capable of competing with global giants.
Beyond commercial success, he has inspired a broader culture of fitness, personal discipline, and youth entrepreneurship across Sri Lanka, establishing a homegrown brand that resonates deeply with the next generation.
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Yasas Ratnayake is a Producer and Line Producer for film and TV. His company, Circle 360 Creative Solutions, promotes Sri Lanka as a filming destination for international productions. Yasas has worked with world renowned names such as Warner Bros, Netflix, A24, and HBO Max on multiple productions in Sri Lanka. "Āyu" is his first feature film as a Producer.

Chathra Weeraman is a filmmaker with over a decade of experience in both the creative and technical aspects of storytelling. Beginning his career as a CG artist, he soon transitioned into on-set VFX supervision, contributing to numerous film productions before moving into directing.

His directorial debut, Aloko Udapadi, a historical biopic that resonated with audiences and critics alike, marked a pivotal moment in his career. His second feature film, AYU, was released in 2025 and received widespread critical acclaim.

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Sadani Peiris is a ballet instructor, high-fashion model, and creative director who seamlessly bridges the worlds of movement, style, and visual storytelling. One of Sri Lanka’s most striking contemporary faces, she has commanded runways at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and Colombo Swim Week.
Globally, she solidified her presence by winning Second Runner-Up at the 29th Top Model of the World pageant in 2023, subsequently signing with elite international management. Whether she is teaching classical ballet technique in Colombo or directing conceptual campaigns, Sadani brings an elegant, disciplined artistic vision to life across both local and international creative landscapes.
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Dulara De Alwis is a Sri Lankan entrepreneur recognized for strengthening the country's value-added coconut export industry through Ceylon Exports & Trading (Pvt) Ltd., the company behind the Nootz brand.
Under his leadership, the company has expanded Sri Lanka's presence in international markets by exporting premium coconut products to over 40 countries, creating employment opportunities and supporting local coconut growers. He has championed sustainable production, ethical sourcing, and innovation, helping increase the global competitiveness of Sri Lankan agricultural products. Through these efforts, De Alwis has contributed to economic growth while promoting Sri Lanka as a trusted supplier of high-quality coconut-based exports.

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Dr. Harsha de Silva is an economist, parliamentarian, and one of Sri Lanka's most distinctive voices on public finance and reform. As Opposition MP for the Colombo District and Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, he brings PhD-level rigour to the country's most consequential fiscal debates. The founder of 1990 Suwa Seriya, recognised by the World Bank in 2024 as one of the most technologically advanced ambulance services in the world, Harsha is as at home building institutions as he is holding them to account.

Dilsiri Welikala is the co founder of Kitesurfing Lanka, one of Asia's most recognized kitesurfing and wingfoiling destinations. After leaving a corporate career to pursue his passion for the ocean and wind, he spent the last 15 years building a business that combines adventure, hospitality, community, art and purpose.
Along the way, he developed a creative practice that explores environmental themes through exhibitions, installations and storytelling. His journey is one of reinvention, entrepreneurship and creating meaningful experiences that connect people, place and purpose.
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Saskia Fernando is a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s contemporary art scene and the founder of the Saskia Fernando Gallery, established in 2009. Through her work, she has played a significant role in promoting Sri Lankan contemporary artists both locally and internationally.

Fernando has been instrumental in professionalizing the country’s art industry, creating opportunities for emerging and established artists through exhibitions, international art fairs, artist residencies, and collaborative projects.

Her efforts have helped position Sri Lankan contemporary art within global conversations, while fostering greater appreciation and support for artistic practice and cultural development in Sri Lanka

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Mr. Anil R. Cooke is a distinguished leader in the global tea industry, serving as the Managing Director of Asia Siyaka Commodities PLC and Asia Siyaka Warehousing (Pvt) Ltd. With over 40 years of expertise as a senior tea taster and marketer, his contributions to Ceylon Tea are extensive.
He chairs the Colombo Tea Traders Association’s Ceylon Tea Road Map 2030 Initiative and actively drives modernization through the digitalization of the auction trading platform. A globally recognized speaker, he also serves as a director and judge for the World Tea Masters Cup, promoting international excellence among tea sommeliers.
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Khalid Oshman is a Sri Lankan para athlete known for his determination, resilience, and passion for endurance sports. Despite being visually impaired, he has achieved remarkable success in athletics and boxing, winning gold medals at the South Asian International Games in both blind boxing and the 5000m running event.

His journey continues to motivate many aspiring athletes across Sri Lanka. Adding to his growing list of accomplishments, Khalid has also qualified for the IRONMAN 70.3 Sri Lanka 2026, marking another major milestone in his athletic career and showcasing his dedication to pushing beyond limits.

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Dimuth Karunarathne, artistically known as Dimuth K, is a Sri Lankan-born, Canada-based electronic music DJ and producer renowned for his deep, driving underground sound. Bringing a transformative energy to the global nightlife scene, he has commanded the decks at iconic venues like Toronto’s Coda and Montreal’s Stereo, sharing stages with industry legends such as Eric Prydz and Sasha.His emotionally powerful productions have earned prestigious releases on world-renowned labels, including Hernan Cattaneo’s Sudbeat. Blending technical mastery with an accessible yet underground edge, Dimuth delivers unforgettable, high-intensity experiences that consistently elevate the room and captivate dancefloors worldwide.Sponsored by @puredale.lk @rebelperfumesInstagram: ⁠  / imno.expert  ⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@imno.expertpodcast⁠Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...⁠ Google: ⁠https://yourshort.link/pS2VB⁠