Leading organisations partner SLASSCOM People Summit 2025

From left: Hexaware Technologies Sri Lanka Country Head Hariharan Padmanaban, IFS Sri Lanka Executive VP and COO Ranil Rajapakse and CHEC Port City Colombo Managing Director Xiong Hongfeng

The SLASSCOM People Summit 2025 set to take place on 7 February at the Cinnamon Grand, Oak Room, themed “Engage, Empower, Elevate: The New Playbook”, aims to redefine leadership and workplace innovation in a rapidly transforming global landscape and promises to be a catalyst for innovative ideas, resilience, and industry progress. 

The summit will explore the immense potential of human capability in the workplace with the agenda featuring thought-provoking discussions designed to challenge conventional practices, uncover groundbreaking insights, and share strategies to thrive in a fast-paced business landscape.

The summit is supported by a number of distinguished organisations serving as ecosystem partners, including the National Chamber of Commerce, Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, AICP & CIMA, ACCA, American Chamber of Commerce, CFA Society Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Apparel, Export Development Board (EDB), FITIS, Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL), and the Exporters Association of Sri Lanka. These partners will play a crucial role in shaping discussions and fostering collaboration to drive innovation and resilience in the workplace. The valuable contributions of several key partners with their insights and expertise will further enrich discussions and help create a truly impactful, forward-thinking event.

Among these, Hexaware Technologies, the Platinum sponsor, is at the forefront of digital transformation. Their unparalleled expertise in leveraging technology to reshape workplaces underscores the summit’s emphasis on modern strategies and innovation. As a leader in digital solutions, Hexaware exemplifies the integration of technology into the evolving landscape of work.

The Gold sponsor, IFS Sri Lanka is a global frontrunner in enterprise software solutions and industrial AI. Renowned for their commitment to empowering organisations worldwide, IFS Sri Lanka’s innovative approach perfectly aligns with the summit’s mission to revolutionise business operations and foster growth. 

Port City Colombo joins as a Strategic Partner, bringing its vision of creating a sustainable and innovative economic hub to the forefront. By championing collaboration and sustainable growth, Port City Colombo supports the summit’s overarching goal of reshaping the future of work, both in Sri Lanka and beyond.

Imperial College and the Institute of Analytics serve as the Educational Partners, offering invaluable insights and expertise. Their contributions will enrich the summit’s platform for knowledge sharing, further empowering attendees with the tools needed for success in a rapidly evolving business world.

“The People Summit 2025 stands as a powerful testament to the impact of collaboration,” said SLASSCOM Chairman Nishan Mendis. “With the invaluable support of these leading brands and organisations, we are facilitating pivotal discussions that will redefine industries, inspire innovation and foster resilience. Together, we are actively shaping a future characterised by sustained growth and success.”

People Summit 2025 is set to be an inspiring gathering of global and local thought leaders, industry leaders and pioneers, forward-thinking professionals, and change-makers, fostering partnerships and empowering attendees to create stronger, more resilient organisations.