Thursday Jul 09, 2026
Thursday Jul 09, 2026
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The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) will welcome two distinguished global thought leaders at the Sri Lanka Corporate Director Summit 2026, reinforcing the Summit’s position as the country’s premier forum for corporate governance, board leadership, and future-focused business thinking.
The Summit on 22 July at the Cinnamon Grand, will feature UK University of Leicester President and Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sir Nishan Canagarajah, considered one of the world’s leading higher education figures. Originally from Sri Lanka, Prof. Sir Nishan was recently awarded a Knighthood in the 2026 King’s New Year Honours for his outstanding contributions to higher education.
His keynote address, “Future-Ready Sri Lankan Boards: Leading Through Innovation, Talent, Technology and Global Competitiveness,” will examine how boards can position organisations for success in an increasingly technology-driven and globally connected business landscape.
Joining him will be the World Bank Group Global Head of Talent and Career Development Edith Umole. She will deliver a keynote address titled “The Board’s Responsibility for Talent,” emphasising why succession planning, leadership development, and talent oversight must become central governance priorities for modern boards.
Drawing on her extensive global leadership experience, Umole will share insights into how boards can strengthen leadership pipelines, build organisational resilience, and enhance long-term value creation through effective talent governance.
Bringing together leading directors, chairpersons, CEOs, regulators, investors, governance professionals, and international experts, the Sri Lanka Corporate Director Summit 2026 will provide an exceptional platform to explore the evolving role of boards in driving sustainable growth, innovation, and competitiveness.
Registration is now open. Participation fees are Rs. 30,000 for SLID Members and Rs. 35,000 for Non-Members. For registrations and inquiries, contact [email protected] or 076 545 4279.
