Global CEO Top Business Woman Awards 2025 to Honour Sri Lanka’s Female Business Leaders

For the first time ever, the Global CEO Forum has launched the Global CEO Top Business Woman Awards 2025, with a mission to spotlight Sri Lankan women leading the way in business innovation, leadership, and social impact.

A special media briefing in Colombo marked the announcement of the awards, which will be held on 25th June 2025 at the Hilton Hotel, Colombo. This prestigious event will celebrate women from across Sri Lanka who have shown remarkable resilience, vision, and influence while navigating the country’s economic challenges.

With women representing 52% of the national population, the awards seek to honour those who inspire change—not just in boardrooms, but across communities.

Key Objectives:

Recognising female leadership across sectors

Promoting gender equality in corporate and entrepreneurial spaces

Inspiring the next generation of women in business

Encouraging organisations to support women’s advancement

Celebrating success stories with a strong social impact

Notable guests at the media briefing included:

Prof. Jayanta Devasiri – Chairman, Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing

Dr. Surani Shamali Dias – Chairperson, SL Association for Quality & Productivity

Dr. Samantha Rathnayake – Senior Lecturer, University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Dr. Madhu Fernando – Consultant and Executive Officer

The event is set to be a landmark moment in Sri Lanka’s push for inclusive business leadership and transformational change.