Ceylon Institute of Builders to provide free training for youth in construction industry

The Ministry of Finance has stepped in to evolve a long-term solution to the prevailing critical dearth of trained technicians in Sri Lanka’s construction industry. 

First Capital concludes assignment with MTI Consulting

First Capital Holdings PLC, recognized as Sri Lanka’s leading Investment Bank, has concluded two HRM advisory assignments with MTI Consulting.  

Ogilvy Public Relations wins Sri Lanka’s first In2Sabre Award

Ogilvy Public Relations Sri Lanka celebrates a triumphant win at this year’s Asia Pacific Sabre 

US regulator assists SEC to fight capital market misconduct

A  regional training conference on ‘Effective Oversight of Capital Markets: Investigation and 

Flexible financial scheme for NSBM Green University students

A media briefing headed by the Minister of Skills Development and Vocational Training, Mahinda 

RecruitX introduces revolutionary algorithm to match employers to candidates

As the number of Gen Y and Gen Z employees enter the workforce, organisations have learned that 

Useful tips for stock market investors

It is believed that investing in knowledge is the best investment. Similarly, if an investor is 

We Are Designers to exhibit at Gitex 2016

We Are Designers (WAD), a digital solutions agency specializing in education, mobile apps and motion graphics, will be attending the 36th Gitex Technology Week from October 16 to 20 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE. 

TBWA Sri Lanka wins 4 Kinsale Shark Awards

Established in 1962, the Shark Awards is one of the oldest international awards festivals in the world entirely focused on unconditional creativity. At the recently concluded Kinsale Shark Awards, TBWA Sri Lanka was recognized with two Gold and two Silver awards for its work with AIA Insurance and a prominent newspaper publication. 

Brandix Gold sponsor of 2016 National Occupational Safety & Health Conference

The Brandix group has confirmed it will support the annual National Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) Conference of Sri Lanka for the seventh consecutive year as a key sponsor.

Investing in capacity building key for improving public sector delivery: NHRDC Chair

Successive governments have not invested sufficiently in the last 10 years to build public sector capacity and as a result, there is today a huge gap in terms of expectations, especially given the accelerating impact of technology on the economies of the world, according to National Human Resource Development Council of Sri Lanka (NHRDC) Chairman Dinesh Weerakkody.

Crysbro rewards top outgrower partners

Extending its commitment to uplifting the lives of surrounding communities in its areas of operations, the Crysbro group has gathered over 250 families within its fold as ‘outgrower partners’, who are independent contract breeders raising chickens on behalf of the  group.

HNB epitomizes essence of a sustainable business

Sustainability is at the very core of Hatton National Bank’s (HNB) corporate strategy, inspiring it to create both social and corporate value. The growth of HNB has included a strategy of supporting the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, enabling it to make a valuable contribution to the nation’s macroeconomic goals of reducing the geographical disparities in income distribution and achieving financial inclusion. 

Publicis Sri Lanka posts Firzan to Vietnam office

Publicis Worldwide recently announced the appointment of Firzan Mulafer as Director Client Services 

Prima rewards top performers at ‘Premier Awards 2016’

Prima Group Sri Lanka, one of the largest conglomerates and foreign income generators in the food 

CTC recognized with coveted Zero Accident Award 2016

In recognition of its commitment to provide a safe working environment for employees, Ceylon 

Passion and a clear focus on strategy will ensure success in marketing field: Nasser

What kind of standard do you expect to see in this year’s applicants? 

Interbrand enters Sri Lanka

Interbrand, the world’s largest and most influential brand consultancy, has announced its entry into 

IPM Sri Lanka and NYDB enter into strategic partnership

IPM Sri Lanka recently entered into a strategic partnership with the National Youth Development 

BBDO wins ‘Network of the Year’ at Spikes

BBDO Asia Pacific was recently crowned with the ‘Network of the Year’ title at the 2016 Spikes Asia 

CTC concludes leadership acceleration programme

As part of their continued efforts to groom employees in leadership roles andimpart knowledge on 

K& D Management Services felicitates high flyers

Debt recovery company, K and D Management Services Pvt. Ltd., celebrated its 10th anniversary by 

Brantel Lanka felicitates team for good performance

In a move to appreciate the contribution and team work of its staff, Brantel Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, importer 

ACL Cables continues second educative session for SLIIT undergrads

ACL Cables recently conducted its second successive session on electrical expertise for undergraduates of the engineering faculty of SLIIT.

Daily commute to work major productivity drain: Regus survey

The latest research from flexible workspace provider Regus shows that business people globally regard their daily trip into and out of the office as a drain on productivity. 

Browns strives instilling innovation-driven mindset in employees: official

Brown & Company PLC (Browns) recently bagged the Gold award in recognition of its 

CIM Sri Lanka partners with British School of Commerce

The Chartered Institute of Marketing Sri Lanka entered into a strategic partnership with British School of Commerce (Pvt) Limited, one of the leading Management Educational Institutes, and a division of the London School of Commerce (UK) Group of Colleges ,to further strengthen the knowledge and expertise  of marketing. 

Neluka De Alwis among top 50 women leaders in Asia

Recognizing the significant achievements of women in marketing, the 7th edition of the CMO Asia Awards held in Singapore recently cited Neluka De Alwis – Head of Sales & Marketing (Residential) at Shangri-La Hotels, Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, as one of the top 50 women leaders in Asia. 

Competency-based training programme

The 5th Competency-based training programme (2-month residential) was concluded on August  11th, under the distinguished patronage of Athula Galagoda, Senior Vice President of National Construction Association of Sri Lanka, at the A.Y.S. Gnanam Construction Training Academy, Dambulla. The trainees will be called for the National Vocational Qualification Test in the near future.

CTC reiterates commitment to create positive and engaging work environment

Echoing its commitment as one of the country’s top employers, to create an engaging work environment for its employees, Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC (CTC) recently upgraded and refurbished its offices in Colombo and Kandy.