Sri Lanka’s Influential Leader Driving Transformative Change and Empowering High-Performing, Inclusive Teams
At the forefront of Sri Lanka’s burgeoning technology sector stands Sharon Kern, Director – People & Culture at Mad Mobile LK, whose transformative leadership is reshaping workplace cultures and setting new standards for HR excellence across the island nation.
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Sharon Kern
Director – People & Culture | Mad Mobile LK
At the forefront of Sri Lanka’s burgeoning technology sector stands Sharon Kern, Director – People & Culture at Mad Mobile LK, whose transformative leadership is reshaping workplace cultures and setting new standards for HR excellence across the island nation. She was honored as a Top Global HR Influencer 2025 by the World HRD Congress in Mumbai, India, and named one of the Best HR Leaders in Asia 2024 for her contributions to HR innovation and people leadership. Additionally, she was recognized at the SLASSCOM Annual General Meeting 2024 for her outstanding service and contributions to the knowledge and innovation sector.
Wasanthi Stephen
Wasanthi Stephen | General Manager and Group Chief Human Resources Officer
In the heart of Sri Lanka’s dynamic business landscape, where tradition meets innovation, stands a pioneering figure whose career trajectory embodies both resilience and visionary leadership. Wasanthi Stephen, currently serving as the General Manager and Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Janashakthi Group (JXG), has become synonymous with transformative HR practices that bridge cultural nuances with global standards. Her journey from an Attorney-at-Law to one of Sri Lanka’s most influential HR leaders offers invaluable lessons in career pivoting, strategic leadership, and human-centered organizational excellence.
Dr. Anuradha Wickramasinghe
HR and leadership strategist
In a world where organizations strive to balance innovation with inclusivity, Dr. Anuradha Wickramasinghe has emerged as a trailblazer in human resource leadership and women’s empowerment. With a career spanning over 25 years, Dr. Wickramasinghe’s unique blend of expertise in HR, law, and leadership coaching has shaped organizations and empowered individuals, making her one of Sri Lanka’s most inspiring leaders.
