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| Dr. Gitanjali Chakravarthy |
The Sri Lanka Hospitality Graduates’ Association (SLHGA), the largest body of professional hoteliers, marked a historic milestone with the appointment of its first-ever woman President Dr. Gitanjali Chakravarthy, a trailblazer who has been shaping Sri Lankan hospitality for decades.
From her beginnings as a Senior Lecturer at the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management to leading world-class properties such as Hilton Yala Resort and Uga Ulagalla, Dr. Chakravarthy has seamlessly combined academic rigor, operational excellence, and visionary leadership.
Her global experience with COMO Hotels and Resorts, together with her expertise in procurement and performance management, has set new benchmarks in the industry. Her outstanding contributions have been recognised with numerous accolades, including being named a Global Woman Leader at the World Women Leadership Congress, receiving the Global CEO Top Business Women Award, and being listed among Sri Lanka’s Top 50 Career Women. Properties under her leadership have also earned prestigious honours such as the Connie Award, Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Award, and multiple World Luxury Hotel Awards.
Today, as the first woman to lead SLHGA, Dr. Chakravarthy not only breaks barriers but also serves as an inspiration to countless women in Sri Lanka and across the region. Guided by her leadership philosophy—anchored in trust, collaboration, and empowerment—she continues to influence the future of hospitality and nurture the next generation of leaders.
