📈 Roar Global Evolves into Venture Builder Model

Sri Lankan mar-tech group Roar Global has officially transitioned from a digital media startup to a mature, self-sustaining holding company. This evolution is highlighted by a strategic landmark share buyback from early institutional investor BOV Capital, signaling a rare "full-circle" success story for the local startup ecosystem. • Overall Performance • Group revenue now exceeds US$ 30 Mn. • Workforce has scaled to over 150 specialists. • The portfolio has grown to 6 specialized businesses (including Roar AdX, 3P Media, and Apex AI). • Sector & Strategy Highlights • Venture Builder Model: Focuses on building specialized marketing & technology companies from scratch, partnering with entrepreneurs, and selective acquisitions. • AI & Automation: Heavy investment in ICT/BPM capabilities through Apex AI, positioning Sri Lanka as a hub for global automation and AI-driven brand visibility. • Diversification: Shift from generalist models to platform-native execution across performance marketing, creator ecosystems, and creative production. • Growth Outlook • Expansion goal to grow the portfolio from 6 to 20 companies. • Strategy aligned with a 2030 roadmap focused on global market expansion and AI-led platform growth. • Aims to leverage the "aggregate value engine" where shared infrastructure (talent, governance, and tech) supports independent, niche businesses.