Sasadara Adikari is a distinguished AI engineer, with over 8 years of mastery in the Al and software development domains. His educational journey cumulates from a Ph.D, 3D modeling and AR applications from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka. A Doctoral Degree in Computational Physics & Computer Science enables him to be an outstanding Technical Expert in the Sri Lankan IT Industry. His expertise encompasses a remarkable spectrum of tools and languages, predominantly within artificial intelligence, with a specialized focus on machine learning and deep learning, leveraging Python and frameworks such as TensorFlow, Keras, and PyTorch. His competence extends to both frontend and backend development, skilfully navigating TypeScript (Angular/NestS) and Java (Spring Boot), while his proficiency also extends to the realm of AR/VR applications through the utilization platforms such as Oculus VR, HTC Vive, and GearVR with the use of C# and Unity3D. His skill set further covers loT and wearables integration, employing platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and ESP32. In the professional sphere, he is currently the Head of Al at OREL IT, spearheading the innovation, creativity, data infrastructure and future strategies of OREL IT.

Topic: Incoparation Of AI To BPM Services / Influence Of AI And Machine Learning In BPM.

Saibal Chakraborty leads Boston Consulting Group’s Technology Advantage practice in India and drives the firm’s digital transformation agenda for public and private sector clients in India. He is also a core member of the firm's Public Sector, and Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) industry practices. Saibal has advised private and public sector organizations for over 20 years across Europe, the US, Asia, and Africa. He focuses on digital transformations and building next-generation technology capabilities for his clients. He has led multiple engagements in strategy and operating model transformation, digital and IT strategy, IT sourcing, IT cost optimization, technology/next-generation digital organization design, shared services transformations, and post-merger integrations. He has end-to-end experience in large scale digital transformations and digital product development from strategy and concept design to implementation, enablement, and business value realization. He has also led some of the firm’s most marquee digital programs in India such as the government e-marketplace and IT sector investment promotion programs for countries in Southeast Asia.

Topic: Return on investment in BPM Sri Lanka

Tharindu Meepegama is a seasoned infrastructure consultant working with OREL IT for over 10 years, holding the position of Vice President of Infrastructure. With a diverse clientele spanning from multinational corporations in industries such as telecom, IT, banking, travel, FMCG, manufacturing, and mining, to government, and defense organizations around the world. He is an expert in infrastructure design, implementation, and operations consultancy. Tharindu excels in advising clients on data center best practices, adhering to industry standards like TIA-942 and Uptime Institute Tier Standard. He places a strong emphasis on resilient system design to minimize business downtime due to infrastructure failures. Tharindu's proficiency extends to telecommunications systems, and he actively contributes to industry standards committees, including TIA TR42.1 and TR42.9. His dedication to shaping infrastructure standards is evident in his role as an editor for the TIA-5017-A standard. with a client-centric approach, Tharindu Meepegama consistently delivers high-value infrastructure solutions, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. His expertise drives innovation and excellence in the ever-evolving world of infrastructure design and implementation.

Topic: Available infrastructure capabilities for the BPM sector within Sri Lanka/Current BPM infrastructure - Key challenges & concerns

Topic: Case Studies of Successful companies- Innodata

Topic: Brain drain and its impact on the BPM industry

BPM Thought Leader| passionate evangelist for Sri Lanka| pioneer of rural BPO| CEO and Mentor

Kishore Reddy heads various companies in Sri Lanka across wide sectors as the Managing Director and he is the President of the Sri Lanka India Society and the VP of the Indian CEO forum. Kishore is also an advisor to the BOI and is also associated with many business and socio-cultural associations in Sri Lanka and promotes Business, culture, Tourism between Sri Lanka and India. He also mentors Young professionals in both India and Sri Lanka to become entrepreneurs. Kishore Strengthens the people to people interactions and bonds between the two countries by promoting and organising various socio cultural and business events by working closely with Indian High Commission in Colombo.

Topic: Indias perspective on Sri Lanka’s investment opportunities

Dinesh Wickremanayake is the Managing Director of WNS Global Services, Sri Lanka being responsible for all aspects of Operational, Strategic and Financial Management of Sri Lanka WNS operations. WNS Sri Lanka is the largest F&A BPM in the island, currently servicing multiple clients and geographies in EMEA , NA and APAC in the scopes of Finance and Accounting, Contact Centre, Legal Services and Project Accounting among many. Dinesh’s wealth of expertise and knowledge stems from 30 years of experience in the areas of Finance and Accounting, all aspects of business process management, transformation, automation and operational delivery. Dinesh holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, majoring in Accounting & Law, and an MBA majoring in General Management from the University of Technology (UTS) Sydney, Australia.

Prasanjith Wijayatilake is Executive Director, Investment Promotion at Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment, the apex agency tasked with onboarding FDI into the country. Prior to joining the BOI, Prasanjith has also held progressively senior roles in the Private Sector, primarily in Financial Services, with multinational and premier blue-chip companies. He holds a Bsc. in Management from the University of London’s International Program, and an MBA from the University of Colombo. He was awarded the Chevening Research Science and Innovation Leadership Fellowship hosted by St. Cross College, University of Oxford, through the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office in 2021.