Colombo, 14 September 2026: As Cool Planet celebrates two decades in business, the company is placing the spotlight on the people who have contributed to its growth, recognising long-serving employees with Rs. 1 million in cash prizes each.
The milestone was celebrated at a Staff Night attended by more than 1,500 employees from across the Cool Planet Group, bringing together teams from Cool Planet and its wider retail operations for an evening dedicated to appreciation and recognition.
One of the highlights was a special tribute to employees who have completed 10 years or more with the organisation. The cash awards recognised their longstanding loyalty, dedication and contribution to the company’s journey.
For these employees, the recognition represented more than years of service.
It celebrated the shared experiences, professional development, changing responsibilities and personal growth that have accompanied their time with the organisation.
Speaking at the event, Managing Director Nassre Nazme said:
“Looking back at 20 years, what means the most to us is the people who have stayed with Cool Planet and grown with us over the years.
Some of the employees we recognised tonight have spent more than 10 years of their lives with this company. We have seen them grow, and they have been part of our growth too.
Their dedication and loyalty mean a great deal to us, and we wanted to make this celebration especially meaningful for them.
As part of tonight’s celebration, we are pleased to recognise our long-serving employees with Rs. 1 million in cash prizes. More than anything, we hope they feel how much their contribution and the years they have given to Cool Planet are truly appreciated.”
The event also celebrated achievements across the wider organisation, with more than 100 awards presented across various employee recognition categories.
These awards acknowledged individual and team contributions in sales, retail operations, customer service, leadership, performance and other key areas of the business.
Cool Planet began its journey in 2006 with a single store and a team of just 17 employees.
Since then, the organisation has expanded to 15 stores across Sri Lanka, with a workforce of more than 1,500 people.
While these figures demonstrate the scale of the company’s growth, its employees remain central to the story.
Long-serving team members have witnessed and helped shape the organisation’s transformation, while newer employees bring fresh perspectives and energy to its continued development.
The Staff Night brought together employees from different stages of the company’s journey, celebrating both longstanding commitment and achievements across the organisation.
As Cool Planet moves into its next chapter, the anniversary serves as a reminder of the people behind its stores, customer experiences and business milestones, and the lasting contribution they make to the company’s continued growth.
Sri Lanka AI Week 2026 Sparks Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence and the Nation’s Digital Future
The flagship events of Sri Lanka AI Week 2026, spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital Economy and SLT-MOBITEL, officially commenced at Monarch Imperial, Colombo, with the participation of Hon. Eng. Eranga Weeraratne, Deputy Minister of Digital Economy.
Sri Lanka AI Week 2026 began on 25 September, with its flagship AI Conference and AI Exhibition scheduled for 29 and 30 September. The two-day programme brings together industry leaders, innovators and technology companies to explore developments in artificial intelligence and its potential to shape the country’s digital future.
The AI Conference features more than 60 speakers representing 16 countries, while the accompanying exhibition brings together over 35 exhibitors. The exhibition showcases AI-driven technologies and solutions from local and international organisations, including Huawei, ZTE, Sampath Bank, Snowflake, EDOTCO, Connex and NCINGA.
The opening ceremony was attended by several distinguished officials and industry representatives, including Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister; Mr. Waruna Sri Dhanapala, Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy; Rtd. Air Vice Marshal Bandula Herath, Director General of Telecommunications Regulatory of Sri Lanka; Dr. Mothilal De Silva, Chairman of the SLT Group; and Mr. Riyaaz Rasheed, CEO of SLT-MOBITEL.
The AI Exhibition is scheduled to remain open on 30 September from 8.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. at Monarch Imperial, Colombo, giving visitors an opportunity to explore AI applications firsthand. Attendees can discover emerging technologies, interact with innovative solutions and learn how local and international companies are applying artificial intelligence across industries and everyday life.
As Sri Lanka AI Week 2026 approaches its final day, members of the public are invited to visit the exhibition and experience the innovations showcased under the theme ‘AI Amplified’. The event aims to demonstrate how artificial intelligence is translating into practical technologies and solutions that could contribute to Sri Lanka’s digital transformation.
Cool Planet Celebrates 20 Years with Millions in Rewards for Long-Serving Employees
