Saturday Mar 07, 2026
Saturday Mar 07, 2026
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Spa Ceylon launches ‘Her Business Matters’, a nationwide initiative empowering women-led businesses with growth support for International Women’s Day 2026.
‘Her Business Matters’ is rooted in the ethos that empowered women build empowered economies, and is inspired by Spa Ceylon’s own entrepreneurial heritage. The initiative will run throughout March, and any female entrepreneur who has founded and developed a business that manufactures or produces locally in Sri Lanka is eligible to apply.
Each week, five selected women-led businesses will receive dedicated brand amplification through Spa Ceylon’s marketing reach, influencer partnerships, and community network, significantly expanding their visibility and reach.
Applicants will participate in a curated development workshop in Colombo, featuring business leaders from Spa Ceylon alongside external industry experts. The session is designed to provide practical tools for sustainable business growth, covering key areas such as social media strategy, advertising, compliance, brand positioning, and scaling. In addition, Spa Ceylon resource personnel will host targeted fringe events tailored to specific business categories, helping participants refine their skills for a competitive edge.
“When celebrating International Women’s Day, we at Spa Ceylon have made a conscious decision to move beyond surface-level marketing and focus instead on creating meaningful, lasting impact within our communities, much like the ‘Act For WIN’ campaign last year, which raised essential funding for women at risk”, said Spa Ceylon Co-Founder & Group Director, Shalin Balasuriya. “This year, too, that commitment continues. ‘Her Business Matters’ is an initiative very close to our hearts. Spa Ceylon was built by two brothers raised by a remarkable female entrepreneur. Watching her create opportunities not just for herself but for others shaped our understanding of leadership and sense of community. Her entrepreneurial spirit laid the foundation for what has now grown into a global brand”, Balasuriya said further.
“Women-led businesses are not a niche segment; we believe they are a driving force of economic progress. ‘Her Business Matters’ is our way of paying that forward. By giving women-led businesses visibility, practical tools, and meaningful support, we hope to help more Sri Lankan women reach their full potential”, said Spa Ceylon Co-Founder & Managing Director, Shiwantha Dias.
Applications for ‘Her Business Matters’ will be accepted throughout March 2026 and can be submitted via the official Google Form link found across Spa Ceylon’s official social media platforms. All entries will be screened based on scalability, relevance, product and service quality, as well as long-term growth potential.
Through ‘Her Business Matters’, Spa Ceylon continues on the success of its ‘Act For WIN’ initiative from 2025, marking a second consecutive International Women’s Day dedicated to purposeful, community-driven impact. Simple Books (Finance & Compliance Partner) and RoarAdX (Digital Growth Partner) are among the first strategic partners supporting the initiative, with several other brands expected to join the movement in the coming weeks.
About Spa Ceylon
Founded in 2009 by brothers Shiwantha Dias and Shalin Balasuriya, Spa Ceylon is the world’s largest Luxury Ayurveda chain, with over 140 locations across 30+ countries. Rooted in the ancient art of Ayurveda and perfected through modern science, Spa Ceylon unites timeless rituals with contemporary wellness innovation - delivering authentic, high-performance self-care experiences that bring balance, beauty, and well-being to modern lifestyles everywhere. From potent botanical blends to sensorial textures and aromatic infusions, every formula is crafted to restore harmony to the mind, body, and environment. Drawing inspiration from the lush botanicals and royal wellness traditions of Ceylon, Spa Ceylon transforms heritage into modern luxury - making everyday wellness both accessible and indulgent. Committed to conscious, ethical living, the brand supports sustainable harvesting, fair trade sourcing, wildlife conservation, and environmentally mindful production, ensuring its impact remains as gentle as its care.
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