Road to Ignite – Leadership Talk Series - Session 12
August 24, 2026 · 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Colombo 03000, Surge Global
Description
The “Road to Ignite - Leadership Talk Series Session 12” will be conducted as a podcast under the IEEE LETs Talk national project, with the aim of providing valuable insights into leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, and business growth. The session will feature Mr. Bhanuka Harischandra, Founder & CEO of Surge Global, a prominent entrepreneur in Sri Lanka’s digital and technology industry. The conversation will explore his entrepreneurial journey, from the early stages of his career to building and growing Surge Global, while highlighting the experiences, challenges, decisions, and turning points that shaped his journey. The discussion will focus on leadership, entrepreneurship, decision-making, adaptability, innovation, and navigating uncertainty. It will also explore the realities of building a business, learning from failures and setbacks, developing as a leader, and responding to the challenges of a rapidly evolving business and technology landscape. Through this podcast, the session aims to provide young professionals with practical perspectives on personal growth, career development, leadership, and entrepreneurship, while offering an authentic look into the journey behind building a successful organization.
Agenda
5.30 p.m. - 5.35 p.m. - Welcome Remarks, Introduction to the Session and Speaker 5.35 p.m. - 6.25 p.m. - Leadership Conversation with Mr. Bhanuka Harischandra 6.25 p.m - 6.30 p.m - Closing Remarks