Yatila A. Wijemanne serves as the Founder Chairman of the esteemed Ceylon Brand Group of Companies, overseeing several entities including Ceylon Brand House (Pvt) Ltd, CBH Lands (Pvt) Ltd, Ceylon Engineers & Builders (Pvt) Ltd, and Ceylon Printers House (Pvt) Ltd in his capacity as Executive Chairman.

Yatila embarked on his entrepreneurial journey in 2008, initially focusing on education and capital markets before expanding into various sectors including real estate, housing, construction, and the pharmaceutical industry. Presently, the Group of Companies under his leadership predominantly concentrates on real estate sub-division and housing projects nationwide, alongside the development of natural pharmaceutical products.

Prior to establishing his own ventures, Yatila held the position of Chief Executive Officer at Greener Waters (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of Vallibel One PLC. His professional journey also includes roles as a Legal Associate at a leading Sri Lankan law firm, where he co-established and led the Legal & Governance Unit for MTI Consulting Sri Lanka, and served as a Researcher at the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka. Yatila’s academic achievements include obtaining a Master of Laws (Hons.) with Distinction, specializing in International Trade & Business Law, as well as a Bachelor of Laws (Hons.) from England. His extensive education and multifaceted professional background underscore his exceptional leadership within the realms of business, law, and governance.

Manjarie Tissera holds the esteemed position of Founder Deputy Chairman at Ceylon Brand House Private Limited, where she also serves as a 50% shareholder. With a comprehensive skill set, her primary focus lies in spearheading business development, branding, marketing, and strategic planning across all facets of the company’s operations. Manjarie’s expertise has been pivotal in revolutionizing the company’s e-business strategy and driving significant increases in sales performance. Prior to her involvement with Ceylon Brand House Private Limited, she held the position of Head of Business Development at Vallibel One PLC for a notable five-year tenure. Additionally, she served as a Director at Fortress PLC and held Non-Executive Director roles at Orit Inspired Creations Private Limited, Orit Intimate Apparel Private Limited, and Orit Apparels Lanka Private Limited, all subsidiaries of Vallibel One PLC. Her professional journey extends beyond Sri Lanka, having served as the Manager of Business Development at Toyota Motor Corporation in New York, USA, for a duration
of five years.

Furthermore, Manjarie accumulated invaluable experience in various business development capacities within prominent automotive companies in the USA, including Nissan and Hyundai. Manjarie’s academic credentials include a Master of Business Administration (MBA) earned in Australia and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) obtained in Florida, USA. Her diverse educational background, coupled with her extensive professional experience, underscores her exceptional capabilities in driving business growth and strategic development initiatives within multinational environments.