Mangala Wijesinghe appointed Chairman EDB

Mangala Wijesinghe, Chief Operating Officer of Brown and Company PLC has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Export Development Board (EDB) of Sri Lanka.

With over 25 years of senior and top management experience across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, consumer and electronics, industrial engineering solutions, and mobile and telecommunications, Wijesinghe is a prominent leader in the Sri Lankan corporate world.

He successfully manages a portfolio of international suppliers with well-known brands across various industries, driving operational efficiency and business growth. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of SriJayewardenepura and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and is a Chartered Professional Manager in Sri Lanka, further reinforcing his credentials in business management and corporate strategy. His academic qualifications, combined with extensive industry experience, have equipped him with the expertise to lead organizations toward sustained success.

From 2021 to 2023, Wijesinghe served as the President of the Veterinary Importers & Manufacturers Association (VIMA), where his leadership played a pivotal role in advancing industry standards.

He is well-known for his ability to turn around loss-making businesses and guide them toward profitability in a short period of time. In addition, he is actively engaged with many local and international associations related to export development, further enhancing his influence in the industry. His new role as Chairman of the EDB presents an exciting opportunity to leverage his wealth of knowledge and expertise to enhance Sri Lanka’s export sector and strengthen the country’s global trade relationships.