Early Bird Tickets Launched for Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025 “Retail Reimagined: Where AI Meets the Human Edge”

The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) has announced the launch of Early Bird ticket sales for the much anticipated Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025, scheduled for 23rd October 2025 at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.

This year’s forum, themed “Retail Reimagined – Where AI Meets the Human Edge,” is set to be the most dynamic edition yet. More than 450 leaders from retail, technology, fintech, startups, and government will gather to explore how artificial intelligence, data, and human creativity are coming together to transform the retail industry and deliver smarter, more meaningful customer experiences.

Early Bird tickets, priced at LKR 18,000, include full-day access to keynote sessions, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and refreshments. Regular tickets will be priced at LKR 20,000, making this the ideal time for industry professionals to secure their spot.

The speaker line-up for 2025 brings together a powerful mix of global and local experts. Keynote speakers include Satyendra Khare, Director of Building & Scaling Strategic Partnerships for India & SAARC at Google (India), and Murtaza Jafferjee, CEO of JB Securities and Chairman of the Advocata Institute. Other featured speakers include Bhanuka Harischandra, Founder & CEO of Surge Global; Paul Alexandar, CEO of Beyond: Putting Data to Work (UK); Dr. Romesh Ranawana, Group Chief Analytics & AI Officer at Dialog Axiata; Dilini Jayasuriya, Chief Research Officer at Breakthrough Business Intelligence; Dr. Rohantha Athukorala, Strategy & Leadership Expert; Ajai Vir Singh, Founder & Managing Director of Colombo Fashion Week; Ahmed Irfan, Director of FutureWorks at Twinery – Innovations by MAS; and Crystal Nathan, Chief Insights Officer at PepperCube Consultants, who will also serve as moderator.

Participants will gain valuable insights into the future of retail, from the role of AI in shaping consumer journeys to the economic and policy trends driving growth. The event also provides a unique platform for networking with CEOs, CMOs, CTOs, policymakers, and innovators, making it a must-attend for anyone invested in Sri Lanka’s retail landscape.

Infiyaz Ali, President of SLRA, stated, “Retail Forum 2025 will be the most influential retail event in Sri Lanka this year, bringing together the brightest minds in business, technology, and policy. We are thrilled to launch Early Bird tickets today and encourage all industry leaders to secure their seats early.”

The Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025 will be held on Thursday, 23rd October 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. Tickets can be booked via https://slra25.oneticket.lk/ 

Representing a sector that contributes 14% of the national GDP and employs over 14% of the workforce, the SLRA is the apex body for organized retail in Sri Lanka. The association works to drive growth, innovation, and excellence, positioning Sri Lanka as a hub for retail leadership in South Asia.

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Image 1 - Satyendra Khare, Director of Building & Scaling Strategic Partnerships for India & SAARC at Google (India)