ARA Holdings strengthens leadership with Dulinda Perera as Executive Director

Dulinda Perera (right) with ARA Holdings Founder Amoda Rathnayake

ARA Holdings, has announced the appointment of serial entrepreneur Dulinda Perera as Director – Strategy and Growth, effective 1 June. 

This strategic appointment underscores ARA Holdings’ commitment to innovation and expansion across its multiple business sectors.

ARA Holdings, a home grown powerhouse, has significant investments in Architecture, Construction, Designing, Leisure, Hospitality, and various other industries. Recognised as one of the fastest-growing corporates, ARA Holdings prides itself on its flagship subsidiaries, including Amoda Rathnayake Associates, JB Construction, and the recently acclaimed BLAC, known for its unique cultural ambiance and culinary excellence in Colombo.

Dulinda Perera said: “Elated to have joined the board and looking forward to better and bigger things with the ever so talented team at ARA Holdings. The commitment of ARA Holdings to creating happy spaces deeply resonates with my personal ideologies, and I believe we are just getting started. Excited for what the future holds.”

ARA Holdings founder Amoda Rathnayake said: “We are delighted to welcome Dulinda to our board in the capacity of an Executive Director/Shareholder. ARA Holdings represents a culture of being innovative and bold. Our commitment to designing and creating happy spaces remains steadfast, and we look forward to many more collaborations in pursuit of growth. We are confident that Dulinda will bring in that much-needed propulsion for the entire team.”

Dulinda Perera brings a wealth of experience to ARA Holdings. He is renowned for his expertise in brand building and strategy formulation. 

Currently, he serves as the Founder/CEO of IKON Group of Companies and holds several consultancy engagements with both local and international entities. Perera is an alumnus of St. Joseph’s College, Colombo, and the University of Moratuwa, where he earned his Bachelor’s in Engineering. He also holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of the West of Scotland (UK) and is a Chartered Global Management Accountant accredited by CIMA (UK). Furthermore, he is a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (MCIM, UK) and the Chartered Professional

Managers (MCPM). 

ARA Holdings said the appointment signals a new chapter as it continues to innovate and expand its footprint in various industries, driven by a leadership team committed to excellence and growth.