AuthorizedHQ opens headquarters in Colombo

AuthorizedHQ (AHQ), a value-added distributor for IT products, recently announced the opening of their new headquarters. 

The all-new office opened its doors on 25th July, on the 6th floor of Access Tower I, on Union Place, Colombo 2. This new headquarters is expected to serve as the central hub for AuthorizedHQ’s IT product distribution.

This step forward further strengthens its partner network and in alignment with its very mission of consistently exceeding the expectations of its stakeholders “by providing unparalleled access to innovative and emerging technology products” in gradually expanding digital arena, ranging from consumer notebooks, commercial notebooks, desktops, displays and client peripherals with globally renowned brands such as MSI, ASUS, ViewSonic as well as Genius.  

The grand opening was graced by the Chief Guest Rohitha Rajapaksha. The island wide partner network who attended the opening toured within the premises and presentations from industry leaders were followed. During his keynote address, he expressed his views: “the opening of this new headquarters of AuthorizedHQ marks the cornerstone for a remarkable expansion with ambition of positioning itself as a top tier distributor of IT products in the country.” 

AuthorizedHQ was established in February 2024 and it was co-founded by Aabid Aslam and Gayal Warnakula with the vision of “a digitally empowered world where businesses seamlessly harness the power of technology to drive unparalleled growth and success.”

Aabid Aslam has expertise ranging from strategic business planning, sales and market development as he has held top roles at Dell Technologies and HP. He has obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Management from Edith Cowan University from which he has gained his skills in strategic marketing as well as business management.

Aabid Aslam said, “Since its inception, AuthorizedHQ has been able to swiftly establish and this latest milestone of AuthrizedHQ’s accentuates its utmost commitment in serving its clientele with top grade and innovative IT products to match Sri Lanka’s digital demand. We look forward to strengthening our relationship with both our clients in garnering and retaining their trust and strengthening our distributor network. 

Gayal Warnakula is seasoned with almost a decade-long expertise in leading businesses such as KMN Agri Business, KMN IT Solutions and has demonstrated his capability in management and marketing through managing the regional distribution for technology brands such as Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Infinix and Motorola. He is a bachelor’s graduate in Business Management and Marketing from Edith Cowan University. 

Gayal Warnakula expressed, “This is going to be a new and exciting phase for AuthorizedHQ. We want to further establish technological advancement and redefine the industry standards for IT distribution in the region. We believe that our strategic location will serve its primary purpose of serving as the central hub for the IT product distribution.”   

This new headquarters serves as Authorized HQ’s diligent testament for its mission and vision empowering its distribution and dealer network. Its extensive dealer network which spread across a number of industries will open doors for brand visibility and market penetration due to its strategic headquarters’ location.