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Empowering Sri Lanka: Leadership, Innovation, and Social Impact
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A Profile in Excellence
Mr.Panduka Mehendra Jayasekara, A Visionary Leader Driving Sri Lanka’s Rural Community Advancement
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P.M.Jayasekara
With unmatched dedication and strategic brilliance, Mahendra Jayasekera has emerged as a transformative force in Sri Lanka’s business and civil sectors. His leadership not only elevated corporate giants like Lanka Walltiles and Swisstek but also strengthened vital community institutions like the Colombo YMBA. Through his commitment to human resource development, industry standards, and educational upliftment, Mr. Jayasekera continues to champion the progress and empowerment of Sri Lankan society, inspiring future generations to build a stronger, more resilient nation.
His visionary leadership has not only transformed corporate landscapes but has also empowered communities, fostered innovation, and strengthened the nation’s social fabric. By inspiring excellence and nurturing the next generation of leaders, Mr. Jayasekera continues to drive Sri Lanka toward a future of resilience, prosperity, and shared success.
Building Sri Lanka for Sri Lankan !!!
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A Profile in Excellence
October 16, 1966 - CurrentAbout
Born on October 16, 1966, in Narangodapaluwa, Batuwatte, Gampaha district, Mr. Mahendra Jayasekera emerged from modest beginnings to become a prominent figure in Sri Lankan business and civil society. His father, Hubert Sangadasa Jayasekera, was a mercantile executive at the then Collettes Ltd., specializing in the sale of automobiles like Leyland and Austin Lorries, Holden cars, and John Deer Tractors. His mother, hailing from Ganemulla, served as a telephone operator at the Telecommunication Department. He has two siblings, an elder sister, a physics graduate and teacher, and a younger brother, also a physics graduate and a chartered accountant
Educational Journey
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Mr. Jayasekera's early education began at Carey College, Colombo, before he joined De Mazenod College, Kandana, in Grade 8. He excelled in his GCE O/L with four distinctions and four credits. Demonstrating an early aptitude for commerce, he became the sole student in 1985 to achieve four "A" passes in the GCE A/L examination, scoring an impressive 321 marks.
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He then embarked on a path to chartered accountancy, clearing all exams on his first attempt and becoming a passed finalist at the remarkably young age of 22. He articled at KPMG Ford Rhodes Thornton and Company (now KPMG). Concurrently, he pursued higher education at the University of Sri Jayawardenapura, graduating in 1990 with a Second-Class Upper Division in Business Administration.
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His thirst for knowledge extended beyond conventional business studies, leading him to earn a Postgraduate Diploma in Buddhist Studies with a silver medal and a Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies (merit pass) from the University of Kelaniya. He is also a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.
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Professional Trajectory
With decades of exceptional leadership, Mr. Mahendra Jayasekera has shaped Sri Lanka’s business landscape across top companies like Lakatiles, Lanka Walltiles, and Swisstek. His strategic vision led major acquisitions and expansions, elevating these firms to industry-leading positions. Beyond his corporate roles, his influence extends into professional bodies, where he has helped strengthen national standards in finance and governance, leaving a lasting impact on the country’s economic development.
Executive Leadership
Executive Leadership Across Major Sri Lankan Corporations
CEO, Executive Director, and Managing Director roles at Lakatiles PLC, Lanka Ceramics PLC, Lanka Refractories Ltd, Lanka Walltiles PLC, Swisstek (Ceylon) PLC, and Swisstek Aluminium Ltd.
Strategic Acquisitions and Business Expansion
Strategic Acquisitions and Business Expansion
– Spearheaded landmark acquisitions, including Swisstek (Ceylon) PLC in 2003 and Swisstek Aluminium Ltd in 2013, transforming them into industry leaders under his management.
Influence in Professional Bodies
Influence in Professional Bodies and Industry Standards
Served as a council member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka and contributed to shaping corporate governance and financial standards.
Shaping a Stronger Sri Lanka
Through visionary leadership in business, public service, and education, Mr. Mahendra Jayasekera has dedicated his to uplifting communities and advancing national progress, leaving a lasting impact on Sri Lanka’s future.
1️⃣ Leadership at Colombo YMBA
Since joining the Colombo Young Men’s Buddhist Association (YMBA) board in 2005, Mr. Jayasekera rose through the ranks to become secretary in 2013 and president in 2021. Under his visionary leadership, the Colombo YMBA has been transformed into one of Sri Lanka’s largest and most financially stable civil associations. He has also championed rural community development, expanding YMBA’s outreach programs to support underserved areas across the country, strengthening education, livelihoods, and social services.
2️⃣ Advancing the Ceramics Industry
As President of the Sri Lanka Ceramics Council since 2011, Mr. Jayasekera has been instrumental in shaping the future of the ceramics sector, advocating for innovation, quality standards, and global competitiveness. His leadership has strengthened the industry’s standing both nationally and internationally.
3️⃣ Founder of Sri Lanka Cost and Management Standard Board
Demonstrating a deep commitment to improving professional and financial practices, Mr. Jayasekera founded the Sri Lanka Cost and Management Standard Board. As chairman, he has driven efforts to establish robust management standards, supporting the growth and sustainability of businesses across sectors.
4️⃣ Champion of Educational Upliftment
A passionate advocate for human resource and community development, Mr. Jayasekera has voluntarily trained over 15,000 Dhamma School teachers. His tireless efforts have elevated educational standards, enriched religious education, and empowered countless youth and educators, particularly in rural areas, helping to uplift communities across Sri Lanka.