Sysco LABS has marked the graduation of the second phase of its GLO (Guiding Leadership & Outreach) programme at Courtyard by Marriott Colombo, celebrating a new cohort of emerging leaders who transformed leadership learning into practical community-focused initiatives.
The programme was conducted in partnership with the Association of Human Resource Professionals (AHRP) and Global Learning Lab (GLL). Built around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), GLO combines leadership development, communication, systems thinking, teamwork and sustainable impact projects, encouraging participants to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges.
The latest phase brought together participants from 12 university and industry cohorts across Sri Lanka, including the University of Moratuwa, SLIIT, IIT, the University of Colombo School of Computing, NSBM, the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, APIIT, Digital Trust Alliance and ECU. Participants took part in intensive leadership academies while developing solutions aimed at addressing societal challenges.
“Seeing this cohort turn leadership theory into projects that address real community needs is exactly what GLO set out to achieve. It reflects the calibre of leaders we are nurturing for Sri Lanka’s future,” said Rehan Anthonis, Senior Director, People Operations, Sysco LABS, and Patron of Project GLO.
The graduation ceremony also highlighted four student-led sustainable impact projects developed during the programme. These included CarbonEye, an AI-powered smart plastic recycling system developed by NSBM; Bright Path, an eight-week life-skills programme for children at Sewana Disabled Home by ECU; ML Opsidian Genesis, an industry-led MLOps upskilling initiative by UCSC; and Safe Scroll, a cyber safety awareness programme for schoolgirls by Digital Trust Alliance.
Together, the projects addressed several Sustainable Development Goals, including quality education, gender equality, climate action, responsible consumption and production, industry and innovation, and sustainable cities and communities.
HUTCH Joins Forces With SLIM to Celebrate Marketing and Business Excellence in Sri Lanka
HUTCH has partnered with the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) to support and celebrate excellence in Sri Lanka’s marketing, sales and business sectors through four of the country’s leading recognition platforms.
The partnership covers the National Sales Awards, which recognise proven sales practices and results; the SLIM Digi Awards, which honour innovation and impact in digital marketing; the SME Development Awards, which recognise outstanding achievements by SMEs in marketing, sales, innovation and sustainable business practices; and the Effie Awards, which celebrate strategic thinking, execution, teamwork and performance.
The collaboration reflects HUTCH’s commitment to helping businesses grow their top line by encouraging the adoption of effective marketing practices and strengthening business ecosystems.
As the apex body representing Sri Lankan marketers, SLIM brings together a wide professional community comprising business leaders, marketers, sales professionals, entrepreneurs, SMEs and corporate decision-makers through its national programmes.
Through its partnership with SLIM, HUTCH will support initiatives that empower and recognise the people and businesses contributing to Sri Lanka’s economic growth, while celebrating achievements in sales, marketing effectiveness and entrepreneurship.
Backed by Global Fortune 500 corporation CK Hutchison Holdings, HUTCH provides Enterprise Solutions to large businesses, SMEs and startups, offering accessible and cost-effective digital and business solutions designed to support organisations throughout their growth and digital transformation journeys.
“We are pleased to partner with HUTCH, a brand that continues to evolve beyond telecommunications by embracing technology and digital innovation. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to uplifting businesses, marketers and entrepreneurs through greater access to knowledge, innovation and opportunities for growth,” said Rajiv David, Vice President – Events & Sustainability at the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM).
Sysco LABS Celebrates Second GLO Graduation with Student-Led Projects Making an Impact Across Sri Lanka
