Shiran Fernando Appointed CEO of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce 📈

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) has announced a leadership transition, appointing Shiran Fernando as Secretary General and CEO, effective 8 May 2026. He succeeds Buwanekabahu Perera following a three-year tenure focused on institutional strengthening. Key Appointments & Continuity: • Shiran Fernando (CEO-designate): Currently Chief Economic Policy Adviser and former Chief Economist. His appointment signals a focus on the policy and research agenda, ensuring continuity in economic diplomacy and national reform. • Buwanekabahu Perera (Outgoing CEO): Concludes a term marked by enhanced international engagement, including chairing the Indian Ocean Rim Association Business Forum (IORBF). • Alikie Perera (Deputy SG/COO): Remains in her role to provide operational stability and financial discipline, leveraging over three decades of institutional memory. Strategic Context: • The transition emphasizes governance and succession planning to maintain the Chamber’s role in shaping Sri Lanka's private-sector growth. • Ongoing focus remains on flagship platforms like the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit (SLEIS) and the Best Corporate Citizens Awards. The CCC aims to leverage this "continuity with purpose" to support the evolving needs of the banking and financial sector and the broader national economy.