The Chamber of Lankan Entrepreneurs( COYLE ) will invest in a entrepreneur development centre and a lounge and they hope to complete it next February and the main objective would be setting up an entrepreneur network.They will also open a a warehouse in the US for the use of Sri Lankan entrepreneurs, COYLE Chairman Rasith Wickramasinghe told the the unveiling of the the I AM the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur 2024, awards evening dedicated to celebrating and empowering the country’s most remarkable entrepreneurs. The event will take place on March 5, 2025, to honour those whose bold vision and innovation have driven Sri Lanka’s industries forward.
This year’s awards open to applicants from every corner of the island, embody a truly national celebration of entrepreneurship. From provincial to district-level recognition, the initiative highlights the entrepreneurial brilliance shaping the future of Sri Lankan business. With over 65+ awards across categories such as Best Young Entrepreneur, Best Woman Entrepreneur, Best Social Entrepreneur and the coveted Entrepreneur of the Year, the event promises to be an inspiring showcase of talent and achievement.
Ensuring credibility and transparency, the evaluation process is entrusted to independent panels with the expertise of COYLE’s knowledge partner, Ernst & Young. This rigorous approach reinforces the awards’ reputation as one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted recognitions of entrepreneurial excellence.
Inspired by COYLE’s Young Lankans Initiative, the awards aim to nurture the next generation of leaders. By recognising emerging entrepreneurs, empowering young innovators, and fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, COYLE is paving the way for a robust and globally competitive business landscape.
For over 25 years, COYLE has stood as a trailblazer in promoting entrepreneurship, fostering innovation, and creating opportunities for thousands of individuals and businesses to thrive. This legacy of leadership continues through I AM the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur 2024, reaffirming COYLE’s commitment to empowering Sri Lanka’s business community. Applications are now open and can be downloaded from the COYLE website. Entries close on January 15, 2025. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to act quickly to showcase their achievements and vision.
Fizel Jabir