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StrEdge Academy launches training modules to meet new work arrangements
StrEdge Academy, the training arm of the StrEdge Group of Companies and the latest addition to the Group has designed several training programs to cater to the new world of work. Meeting the demand for virtual training, StrEdge Academy programs are conducted remotely assuring the health and safety of the participants and the trainers, a company news release said.
“StrEdge offers a broad spectrum of services including Business Strategy Defining, Planning and Implementation, Human Resource Strategy, Business Process Reengineering, Financial Restructuring and Advisory, Business Advisory, Technology Advisory, Design, Development and Implementation of Technology solutions, Leadership training, Project Management and Operational Excellence,” it said.
The Psychometric Assessment based individual and group coaching program of the Academy is designed to help businesses and people reach their true potential.
‘Psychometric Assessment is a great scientific tool to help individuals dispel their limiting beliefs and identify their true potential. This also helps retain talent and find the right successor. Furthermore, with limited physical human interaction in the present pandemic-induced world, the validity of this tool is unprecedented for recruitment, development and retention of talent,” explains Janaka Epasinghe, Director, StrEdge Group.
Epasinghe who brings to the table several decades of experience in transformation projects is one of the lead trainers and consultants of the Academy. He is a Psychometric Assessment Practitioner and Coach accredited by ‘Assessment 24×7’, a global leader in assessments.
With the objective of upskilling Operation Managers with tools and techniques required to create operational excellence, the Academy has introduced an Operations Management Program. Among the other programs launched by the Academy are the Transformational Leadership, Change Management and Customised Lean Training focused on solving actual business problems.
“We have already conducted several Customised Lean Trainings for Internal Audit Departments, Recoveries and Operations Departments of several companies including corporates and mid-corporates,” said Epasinghe
Several programs are specially designed targeting the pandemic-induced work arrangements. “The work-from-home model and policy was specially designed to help organizations understand the key aspects of working from home and enable their employees to carry out their duties remotely. We deliver both on-site and on-line training and in order to make our on-line training as engaging as possible, we use several approaches including online group activities, online white board systems etc.” Epasinghe noted.
A range of IT related training programs are also offered by the Academy. Software Development for Beginners and Professionals, Mobile Application Development for those who are willing to advance their career as software engineers and Web Development and Social Media Marketing are among them. “The participants of these programs have the bonus of getting hands-on experience and knowledge from IT consultants of StrEdge Tech Solutions – the technology arm of the StrEdge Group. Furthermore, these are designed to enrich the participants to be immediately recruited to the industry. We treat this is to be very crucial and urgent since it is a national requirement today to be competitive in this technology-driven world which is also full of new frontiers as well as challenges,” remarked Director/CEO, StrEdge Tech, Udaya Samaradivakara.
StrEdge Academy also plans to diversify its training by adding Effective Communication Strategies and Business and Personal Transformation Coaching to its portfolio, noted Director/CEO, StrEdge Advisory Sumedha Wijesekera. “The experience of our consultants who are engaged in real business environments is translated to a practical and a balanced message to the audience. It is a real value addition to our clientele as the learning experience comes from ground reality. While the core business of StrEdge is to provide solutions – be it business or personal., the objective of the StrEdge Academy is to bring problem solving philosophy to the stage,” Wijesekera further said.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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