He is currently at his final year of LLB (Hons.) program at the University of Gloucestershire while also studying Software Engineering. He is also currently gaining practical experience at a legal chamber, where he is developing his knowledge of legal practice, research and documentation.
He has played club cricket at Sanath Jayasuriya Cricket Club, and has developed a strong sense of sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork and leadership. In addition to his keen interest in sports and with the involvement in law, technology and business, he hopes to combine his knowledge across these fields to pursue a unique professional career.
He is also passionate about professional development and expanding his knowledge through academic and practical experiences, with ambitions to make a meaningful contribution to the legal and corporate sectors in Sri Lanka.
Dinuri Dilesha
She is a final year student of LLB (Hons.) degree awarded by Buckinghamshire New University, UK. She has gained practical experience as a Legal Intern at a law chamber in Sri Lanka and as an Analyst in Compliance Operations at Acuity Analytics.
Alongside her professional experience, she works as an online tutor, helping students strengthen their academic understanding through personalised lessons and exam preparation. With interests in law, education and corporate affairs, she hopes to build a diverse career while continuing to learn and grow professionally.
Thushara Sandaruwan Karunarathne
He is an experienced professional with a diverse background in business management, media and journalism. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Edna Group of Companies and has held several senior positions throughout his career, including Brand Manager, Media Director, Journalist and Editor in Chief.
His contribution to the newspaper industry includes serving as CEO and Sub Editor of Janahanda, Peraliya, Diva, Undaya and Eksath newspapers, as well as Editor in Chief of Janahanda Newspaper and CEO and Editor in Chief of Siwdesa Newspaper publications. His experience in newspaper publishing and editorial management reflects his longstanding involvement in Sri Lanka’s media industry.
During his tenure at the Ministry of Indigenous Medicine, he served as Media Secretary and Parliamentary Advisory Committee Representative. He has also represented Sri Lanka at international conferences in Switzerland, South Africa and India and contributed to initiatives promoting Sri Lankan indigenous medicine internationally, including projects in Germany and the United Kingdom. His career reflects extensive experience in leadership, media management, business development and international representation.
Shanaka Fernando
A pragmatic and influential business consultant and senior executive with over 30 years of experience in the Information Technology industry. He is celebrated as a results-driven leader with exceptional analytical skills. having held senior management positions in some of Sri Lanka’s most prominent companies, such as John Keells Holdings, Keells Business Systems, and East-West Information Systems Ltd. Renowned for his consistent success in project management, consulting, and strategic advisory roles, he has supported leading public and private sector organisations across Sri Lanka and the Asia-Pacific region, including global giants like Microsoft, IBM, Dell, HP, and CommScope. His expertise spans through business strategy, technology implementation, and nurturing startups by harnessing emerging technologies for commercial growth. A proactive achiever, he earned multiple local and international awards early in his career, exemplifying his talent for driving revenue and business expansion. Moreover, he has championed environmental sustainability through pioneering eco-friendly waste management and recycling initiatives. His visionary leadership and multidisciplinary proficiency make him indispensable in corporate innovation and technological advancement.