Hikvision Sri Lanka reinforced its commitment to building stronger industry relationships beyond technology by partnering as the Powered-by Sponsor of the recently concluded FITIS Cricket Tournament. The event brought together professionals from Sri Lanka’s technology and security sectors for a day of competitive cricket, networking and camaraderie.
The tournament provided an engaging platform for system integrators, channel partners, technology providers, corporate stakeholders and industry professionals to connect in a relaxed environment. It also strengthened the professional relationships that contribute to the continued development of Sri Lanka’s security and ICT ecosystem.
Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Yasantha Hennayake, Director / General Country Manager at Hikvision Sri Lanka, said the company believes strong industries are built on strong relationships. He noted that the tournament offered partners, customers and industry peers an opportunity to connect beyond the workplace while promoting teamwork, collaboration and meaningful professional relationships.
As a global provider of intelligent security and AIoT solutions, Hikvision recognises that strong partnerships extend beyond business transactions. Through its support for initiatives such as the FITIS Cricket Tournament, the company continues to encourage industry engagement, knowledge sharing and collaboration among key stakeholders.
The tournament also showcased strong sportsmanship and team spirit, with participating teams competing with enthusiasm while colleagues and partners came together to celebrate both achievements on the field and the relationships built across the industry. The event created valuable opportunities for networking, exchanging ideas and strengthening the sense of unity within Sri Lanka’s technology sector.
Hikvision’s participation forms part of its broader commitment to supporting industry development through partner programmes, technical training, educational initiatives and community engagement. These efforts complement its portfolio of intelligent security solutions while reinforcing its role as a trusted technology partner focused on creating long-term value for its stakeholders.
SLIM and NANASKA Partner to Strengthen Financial and Leadership Skills Among Marketers
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), the National Body for Marketing in Sri Lanka, has entered into a strategic partnership with NANASKA (Pvt) Ltd through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at advancing executive education, professional development and knowledge sharing for marketing professionals.
The first initiative under the partnership will be the Finance and Leadership Masterclass for Marketing Professionals, an executive programme designed to enhance financial acumen, commercial thinking, strategic decision-making and leadership capabilities among marketers.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Enoch Perera, President of SLIM, said the future of marketing belongs to professionals who can combine creativity with commercial understanding and strategic leadership. He noted that the partnership with NANASKA represents an important step towards broadening the capabilities of marketing professionals through an executive learning experience that brings together finance, leadership and marketing.
Representing NANASKA, Executive Director Mr. Channa Gunawardana said modern marketers require more than creative excellence, highlighting the importance of financial knowledge, commercial strategy and leadership in creating long-term business value. He added that the partnership with SLIM will deliver an executive learning programme designed to equip marketing professionals with practical knowledge and confidence to lead in an increasingly dynamic business environment.
Ms. Manthika Ranasinghe, Vice President, Education & Research at SLIM, said professional education must continue to evolve alongside changing industry requirements. She noted that the collaboration combines academic excellence with practical business insights, helping marketers develop capabilities that are increasingly important in today’s corporate environment.
Mr. Rajiv David, Vice President, Events & Sustainability, SLIM, added that the partnership creates new opportunities for continuous professional development by bringing together the strengths of SLIM and NANASKA. He highlighted that the initiative will also support stronger collaboration between marketing and finance, helping professionals develop a broader understanding of business leadership.
Hikvision Sri Lanka Supports FITIS Cricket Tournament to Strengthen Industry Collaboration
