Message from the Founder and President of CPM Sri Lanka

As the leading professional management body in the country, CPM Sri Lanka is proud to host the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2025 (BMPC Awards) for the fourth consecutive year and the CPM Management Insights Summit 2025 (MI Summit) for the twelfth year. Both events are part of our continuous mission to promote excellence in management and the adoption of sound practices across both the public and private sectors—critical for addressing the pressing economic and social challenges facing Sri Lanka today.

Our nation stands at a decisive juncture, where bold and unprecedented reforms are necessary to rebuild institutional strength and reinforce macroeconomic fundamentals. It is imperative that public and private institutions work in the public interest with renewed vigor, responsibility, and transparency. A strategic resurgence built on collaboration and collective commitment can pave the way for transformative change and sustainable national growth.

I extend my warm congratulations to all award winners and participating organizations of the BMPC Awards 2025. It is evident that poor management practices, especially within the public sector, have resulted in huge losses and inefficient services resulting in the grave problems faced by our country. Strengthening accountability, transparency, and professionalism in management should be prioritized if we are to reverse years of neglect and steer the nation towards recovery and prosperity.

We are indeed honored by the presence of Hon. Justice Yasantha Kodagoda, Justice of the Supreme Court of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, as Chief Guest at the BMPC Awards Night. His participation underscores the national importance of reinforcing best management practices and good governance.

The CPM Management Insights Summit 2025, held under the timely theme “Management ‘X’ Factors for Sri Lanka: Maneuvering and Leading,” seeks to move beyond rhetoric and into the realm of meaningful action. Now more than ever, Sri Lanka requires a robust business climate and effective managerial execution to foster a thriving ecosystem of local producers, SMEs, and innovators. Transparent and efficient management practices are essential for strengthening governance, reducing corruption, and aligning regulatory frameworks with international standards.

We were privileged to welcome Mr. Tetsuya Yamada, Chief Representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Sri Lanka, as our Chief Guest, and Prof. Pawan Kumar Singh, Director of the Indian Institute of Management – Tiruchirappalli (IIMT), as our distinguished Keynote Speaker at the Summit.

We are confident that the insights shared during the summit enriched participants with valuable knowledge and inspiration to pursue excellence in management while contributing meaningfully to their organizations’ agendas.

In closing, I wish to express my sincere appreciation to the Governing Council, Conference Committee, director, senior management, and staff of CPM Sri Lanka for their dedication and professionalism in organizing two of the most significant and impactful events in our annual calendar. Your tireless efforts continue to elevate the stature of CPM Sri Lanka and foster a culture of continuous improvement across our professional community.

Prof. Lakshman R. Watawala

Founder and President of CPM Sri Lanka