Road to Ignite – Leadership Talk Series - Session 9
July 7, 2025 · 12:45 PM - 2:45 PM @ Colombo, No.42, Level 15
Description
In Road to Ignite session 09, Mr. Alagan Mahalingam shared compelling insights into how visionary leadership and adaptability play a vital role in scaling tech ventures in a dynamic global landscape. Reflecting on his journey as the CEO of Rootcode, he spoke about the company’s evolution—from a small-scale startup to an internationally recognized technology firm—underscoring how staying customer-centric and solution-driven has shaped their path. The discussion also featured Mr. Perera, Co-partner at Rootcode, who emphasized the importance of fostering a culture that encourages experimentation, continuous learning, and collaboration. Key takeaways from the session included Strategic Agility, highlighting the need to pivot and innovate in the face of uncertainty, and Human-Centered Leadership, which focuses on building strong teams through empathy, trust, and shared vision.
Agenda
6.15 p.m. – 6.20 p.m. – Introduction to the sessions and the speakers 6.20 p.m. – 7.35 p.m. – Discussion 7.35 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. – Q and A 8.00 p.m. – 8.15 p.m. – Closing remarks and networking session