CPA Australia strengthens ties in Sri Lanka

CPA Australia delegation visiting Sri Lanka to establish collaboration with local bodies (from left) CPA Australia Regional Manager Emerging Markets Nicklaus Wee, Board Director 2024 Kaushika Jayalath CPA (Aust.), Sri Lanka Liaison Representative Dinuk Hettiarachchi FCPA (Aust.), President and Chair of Board 2024 Prof. Dale Pinto FCPA (Aust.), Senior Lead Media and PR Global Carmen Pan, Membership and Event Manager Emerging Markets Ivy Kok and Head of Global Growth and Brand Strategy Ann-Marie Tan  

• Fosters collaboration to nurture talent

A high-level delegation from CPA Australia, including board members and representatives from international markets, recently concluded a successful visit to Sri Lanka. 

The delegation’s primary focus was on establishing strong relationships with local governments, professional bodies, universities and banking institutions.

“We’re excited to be expanding our presence in Sri Lanka,” said CPA Australia Global President and Chair of Board Professor Dale Pinto (FCPA). 

“Since the launch of our local liaison office in June 2023, we’ve seen our membership flourish to nearly 500. Many of these members are now holding pivotal roles across diverse industries, showcasing the strength and influence of CPA Australia in 
the region.”

The delegation also recognised long-standing members during a special ceremony, acknowledging their achievements over the past 
10 or 20 years. 

The ceremony also celebrated several prominent Sri Lankan companies officially recognised as CPA Australia’s employer partners (REP), demonstrating CPA Australia’s brand building efforts since the official launch of the brand in Sri Lanka in July 2023. 

The CPA Australia delegation met with esteemed figures such as President Ranil Wickremesinghe and engaged in productive discussions with local government officials, regulatory bodies, employers, and educational and banking institutions. 

“Signing MoUs with esteemed organisations such as the CFA Society Sri Lanka and the University of Sri Jayewardenepura enables us to collaborate effectively and empower young talent with the latest accounting and finance knowledge and skills. This collaboration will significantly contribute to Sri Lanka’s sustainable economic growth,” Professor Pinto added.

Recognising the dynamic business environment, CPA Australia hosted a thought leadership forum titled ‘Digitalisation, A.I. and the future of business’. The event attracted more than 100 C-suite executives and senior professionals for a stimulating discussion on the transformative power of technology.