Meet Our Valued Talent Capital
In Galaxy Capital, our talent is the driving force behind our innovation and growth. Our dedicated team of professionals brings diverse talents, expertise, and passion to the table, ensuring our company’s success and sustainability.
Mr. Dhanuka Liyanagamage
Mr. Dhanuka Liyanagamage holds a BSc Engineering Degree with First Class Honours from the University of Moratuwa and also holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Colombo. Further, he is a CFA Charterholder, a Regular Member of the CFA Institute (USA), and CFA Sri Lanka Society.
He counts over 20 years of experience in the Investments and Finance fields, and held a number of key managerial positions at both leading private and public institutions, including the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, MAS Group, and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Ltd where he headed Investments Department.
He carries a wealth of experience in managing both Fixed Income and Equity portfolios. Further, he was the former MD/CEO of Alerics Dairy Products Ltd. He is also a visiting lecturer at the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka (IBSL), Sri Lanka Institute of Taxation (SLIT), and at several other leading private universities. Currently, he serves as the Director of the National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA).
Mr. Pathmanatha Poddiwala
Mr. Pathmanatha Poddiwala is an Engineer by profession with qualifications in Business Administration (MBA in Technology Management) and Management Accountancy, CMA (Aust.). He has over 18 years’ experience in the field of Engineering and Management attached to leading conglomerates in 12+ years in the field of the Renewable Energy Sector.
He has expertise in the development of Renewable Energy (RE) projects from project identifications, Feasibility study, financing, construction and operation, and has proven track records in the Operation and Maintenance of project assets. He has studied a large number of RE projects locally and internationally, and worked as an expert in the number of due diligence of power company mergers and acquisitions. Further, he serves as CDM expert for a leading international audit firm as the local expert. Currently, he serves as the Executive Director/CEO of the Panasian Power PLC.
He also counts over 8 years’ experience as a senior lecturer for City & Guilds (UK) Mechanical Engineering curriculum. He has a strong network in the sector to access information. He is also an active member of the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Energy Managers Association and CMA (Australia).
Mr. Pathmanatha Poddiwala is an Engineer by profession with qualifications in Business Administration (MBA in Technology Management) and Management Accountancy, CMA (Aust.). He has over 18 years’ experience in the field of Engineering and Management attached to leading conglomerates in 12+ years in the field of the Renewable Energy Sector.
He has expertise in the development of Renewable Energy (RE) projects from project identifications, Feasibility study, financing, construction and operation, and has proven track records in the Operation and Maintenance of project assets. He has studied a large number of RE projects locally and internationally, and worked as an expert in the number of due diligence of power company mergers and acquisitions. Further, he serves as CDM expert for a leading international audit firm as the local expert. Currently, he serves as the Executive Director/CEO of the Panasian Power PLC.
He also counts over 8 years’ experience as a senior lecturer for City & Guilds (UK) Mechanical Engineering curriculum. He has a strong network in the sector to access information. He is also an active member of the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Energy Managers Association and CMA (Australia).
Mr. Pathmanatha Poddiwala
Dr. Praneeth Wickramarachchi
Dr. Praneeth Wickramarachchi is a civil Engineering professional counting 18 years of experience in the Construction Industry and obtained his first degree in Engineering from the University of Peradeniya and completed his Master’s and doctoral degrees in Thailand and Saitama University- Japan respectively.
He currently serves as a Civil and Environmental Engineering Consultant for Access Engineering PLC and Access International Pvt Ltd. He is also a Board Member of the Construction Industry Sector Council (CISC) and a Member of the Department of Industry Consultative Committee for the Faculty of Engineering – University of Peradeniya, Faculty of Engineering – University of Ruhuna, and Faculty of Engineering – University of Jayewardenepura.
He is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Environmental Professionals in Sri Lanka (IEPSL) and a Member of Institute of Engineers in Sri Lanka (IESL). Further, he is a Visiting Lecturer in Engineering and a Research Partner of several local and foreign universities. He also serves as a Technical Consultant for several construction companies in Sri Lanka and sits on the Board of NUN Engineering (Pvt) Ltd.
Dr Ratnayake is a Consultant Psychiatrist with a vast range of experience in the field, stemming from a career spanning over 30 years in both Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. He graduated from the University of Peradeniya in 1985 and has devoted his life to Medicine, and more specifically Psychiatry, since then. Dr Ratnayake obtained a postgraduate degree as a Doctor of Medicine in Psychiatry from the Postgraduate Institute of Medicine, Colombo Sri Lanka in 1992. In appreciation for his vast contribution to Psychiatric services in Sri Lanka, Dr Ratnayake was awarded a place as a Fellow of the Sri Lankan College of Psychiatrists.
Dr. Ratnayake emigrated to the United Kingdom in 1996 and continues to practice as a consultant psychiatrist there more than 20 years later. He has also been appointed a Clinical Fellow for the University of Hertfordshire, as well as a Visiting Professor for the SRM Institute of Science and Technology in Chennai, India. In addition, Dr Ratnayake serves as the Medical Member for tribunals for the Ministry of Justice.
Dr. Thilaka Ratnayake
Dr. Thilaka Ratnayake
Dr Ratnayake is a Consultant Psychiatrist with a vast range of experience in the field, stemming from a career spanning over 30 years in both Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. He graduated from the University of Peradeniya in 1985 and has devoted his life to Medicine, and more specifically Psychiatry, since then. Dr Ratnayake obtained a postgraduate degree as a Doctor of Medicine in Psychiatry from the Postgraduate Institute of Medicine, Colombo Sri Lanka in 1992. In appreciation for his vast contribution to Psychiatric services in Sri Lanka, Dr Ratnayake was awarded a place as a Fellow of the Sri Lankan College of Psychiatrists.
Dr. Ratnayake emigrated to the United Kingdom in 1996 and continues to practice as a consultant psychiatrist there more than 20 years later. He has also been appointed a Clinical Fellow for the University of Hertfordshire, as well as a Visiting Professor for the SRM Institute of Science and Technology in Chennai, India. In addition, Dr Ratnayake serves as the Medical Member for tribunals for the Ministry of Justice.
Mr. Thusitha Withanage
Thusitha Withanage is a seasoned People and Technology Manager with proven track record of implementing large and complex business applications in multiple industries. He possesses wealth of knowledge working in multi-cultural teams in Asia, Middle East, UK and Europe.
Thusitha holds an engineering degree from the University of Moratuwa and extended his knowledge in Information Technology by obtaining a bachelor’s degree in IT form the University of Colombo. As he understood the profound and multifaceted nature of technology to influence people, Thusitha went on to obtain a Master degree in Management of Technology from the University of Moratuwa.
With over 20 years of experience in managing people and technology, Thusitha has garnered a deep understanding how to transform organizations by improving it processes to produce dramatic results. He is an expert in Process Management and currently working as a Regional Manager for a multinational organization delivering Technology. Thusitha is not only a consummate professional but also a result oriented entrepreneur with eager to thrive in dynamic environments.
Mr. Anjana Lakshamana is an Entrepreneur and Businessman who has 15+ years of experience in the Import & Export trade out of which 10 years in the Flavor and Fragrance Industry. In addition, he has 10+ years of experience in private equity investment. He is a SAARC Forum life member in International Trade, an activist and additional secretary of the National Movement for Consumer Rights Protection, and also a prestigious member of Galle Fort Lion’s Club. He is the owner of the Anjana Lakshamana & Company, and serves as a Director, Partner, and Investor in several other business ventures.
Mr. Anjana Lakshamana
Mr. Anjana Lakshamana
Mr. Anjana Lakshamana is an Entrepreneur and Businessman who has 15+ years of experience in the Import & Export trade out of which 10 years in the Flavor and Fragrance Industry. In addition, he has 10+ years of experience in private equity investment. He is a SAARC Forum life member in International Trade, an activist and additional secretary of the National Movement for Consumer Rights Protection, and also a prestigious member of Galle Fort Lion’s Club. He is the owner of the Anjana Lakshamana & Company, and serves as a Director, Partner, and Investor in several other business ventures.
Mr. Rajitha Wickramarasinghe
Mr. Rajitha Wickramarasinghe is an Engineering professional with over 17 years of Experience in the ICT industry. He obtained his first degree from the University of Moratuwa, with a specialization in Electronic and Telecommunication. He currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer in N-Able (Pvt) Ltd, which is one of the large IT systems integrators in Sri Lanka, specializes in providing consultancy and engineering services for IT projects ranging from simple computer networking to complex IT application integrations in Telco, Banks, Enterprises, and Government sectors. He has extensive knowledge and experience in Telecommunication, Data Networking, and Cyber Security domains.
Mr. Wasantha Arambegedara
Mr. Wasantha Arambegedara holds a Bachelor of Commerce & Management Degree from the University of Kelaniya. He has over 20 years of experience in the field of Business Development and Management in different industry segments and specialized in the Engineering Services segment. His vast experience in business development has lifted him to the present position in the capacity of General Manager at Access International (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Access Group. He further holds a managing partner position of Business Gates Enterprise, and has very strong business relationships and networks with leading industry entities like RDA, NWSDB, SLLDC, UDA in Sri Lanka, and several multinational companies in China and Malaysia.
Mr. Wasantha Arambegedara holds a Bachelor of Commerce & Management Degree from the University of Kelaniya. He has over 20 years of experience in the field of Business Development and Management in different industry segments and specialized in the Engineering Services segment. His vast experience in business development has lifted him to the present position in the capacity of General Manager at Access International (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Access Group. He further holds a managing partner position of Business Gates Enterprise, and has very strong business relationships and networks with leading industry entities like RDA, NWSDB, SLLDC, UDA in Sri Lanka, and several multinational companies in China and Malaysia.
Mr. Wasantha Arambegedara
Mr. Ruwan Rodrigo is a licensed Investment Advisor with 14+ years of experience in the capital markets. He is a member of the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM). Currently, he serves as an Investment Advisor at the Nestor Stockbrokers Ltd.
Mr. Ruwan Rodrigo
Mr. Ruwan Rodrigo
Mr. Ruwan Rodrigo is a licensed Investment Advisor with 14+ years of experience in the capital markets. He is a member of the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM). Currently, he serves as an Investment Advisor at the Nestor Stockbrokers Ltd.
Mr.Priyantha Sriwardene
Mr. Priyantha Siriwardena counts over 20 years of experience in the field of Numerical Simulation Technology (especially in Finite Element Method) in design and development of off-road mobility systems. He is a certified simulation professional from NAFEMS UK, and an engineering graduate from the University of Peradeniya. He obtained his Master’s in Management of Technology from the University of Moratuwa and pioneered the Introduction of Numerical Simulation in Solideal-Loadstar, one of the leading tire companies in Sri Lanka. He also actively took part in setting up the FEAS center in Sri Lanka (3 years ago) to support and empower product development studies with numerical simulations. He is currently working as a simulation expert in the research and development division of Michelin Canada.
Mr. Charith Senavirathna
Mr. Charith Senavirathna is a Civil Engineering professional counting 18 years’ experience in Construction Industry, both in Sri Lanka and Botswana. He obtained his first degree in Engineering from University of Peradeniya, and completed his post graduate diploma in Construction Project Management from University of Moratuwa. He currently serves as Deputy General Manager – Monitoring & Control at NEM Construction (Pvt) Ltd.
Mr. Charith Senavirathna is a Civil Engineering professional counting 18 years’ experience in Construction Industry, both in Sri Lanka and Botswana. He obtained his first degree in Engineering from University of Peradeniya, and completed his post graduate diploma in Construction Project Management from University of Moratuwa. He currently serves as Deputy General Manager – Monitoring & Control at NEM Construction (Pvt) Ltd.
Mr. Charith Senavirathna
Mr.Upul Abayawansha
Upul Ubayawansha is a seasoned Operations and Engineering Leader with a distinguished track record of driving excellence across large-scale manufacturing environments. With a strong foundation in engineering and a passion for operational transformation, he has led complex projects and large teams across multiple regions, including Sri Lanka and India.
Upul holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Moratuwa and further expanded his strategic and financial acumen with a Master’s in Business Administration from Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK, along with a professional diploma from CIMA (UK). His diverse educational background has allowed him to approach operational challenges with both technical precision and business insight.
With over two decades of experience in the apparel sector, Upul has mastered the art of aligning people, processes, and technology to deliver measurable results. He specializes in lean manufacturing, production planning, and cross-functional leadership. Upul currently leads a large-scale operation as Chief Operating Officer, guiding thousands of associates while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and performance excellence. Driven by purpose and precision, Upul is not only a transformative leader but also a pragmatic strategist who thrives in dynamic, high-pressure environments.