EDB Chairperson recognised for top award in the State and Government sector

When public sector officials are hardly recognised for their contribution to the national development, particularly management of public organisations and meeting set goals, Women in Management (WIM), in partnership with International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has recognised and awarded the top State and Government Category Award to Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) Chairperson & Chief Executive Indira Malwatte, for her outstanding contribution in reorganising the Export Development Board to meet the new challenges, adopting a model of private-public sector partnership in developing and promoting exports, and her 40 years of commitment in the export sector.

The WIM Awards highlight and honour women in the national and regional economy and celebrate their achievements, experience and creativity in leading institutions, professions and businesses in an efficient and effective manner. 

The Award Ceremony was graced by Speaker of Parliament Karu Jayasuriya, diplomats and professionals in business and Government sector.

Indira Malwatte is the first woman Chairperson and Chief Executive in the EDB’s 39 year history, which is indicative of the importance the Government places on gender equity.