Shehara De Silva Named to EY Asia-Pacific Winning Women Class of 2026 📈

• Overview: McLarens Group Managing Director, Shehara De Silva, has been selected as one of 23 female leaders for the 2026 EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women (EWW) Asia-Pacific cohort. • The Program: A bespoke executive initiative by Ernst & Young (EY) designed to scale high-potential, women-led businesses internationally through strategic insights and global networks. The community now connects 1,000+ women across 60+ markets. • Candidate Profile: • Leads the McLarens Group, a diversified conglomerate with 45+ companies spanning shipping, logistics, bunkering, manufacturing, and hospitality. • Academic background from LSE and CASS Business School with international experience in Singapore and Dubai. • Founding President of WISTA Sri Lanka and the first female Chairperson of CASA. • Economic Impact: The selection highlights Sri Lanka's leadership in the maritime & logistics and industrial sectors on a regional stage. De Silva is recognized for driving modernization, system upgrades, and workplace reform within the group. • Strategic Value: Participation provides access to mentorship and global advisors to accelerate growth and build long-term value, reinforcing EY Sri Lanka's commitment to empowering visionary female entrepreneurs. _Source: Based on announcements from EY Sri Lanka/Maldives dated March 23, 2026._