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Global Network Summit hosted by SEALA

Sunday, June 30, 2024 to Thursday, July 4, 2024

Event Details

The Sri Lanka Chapter of SEALA is looking forward to hosting you in their beautiful island home for GNS 2024!  Set in the Indian Ocean at the southern tip of India, this ‘Emerald Isle’ is a popular tourist destination, boasting golden beaches, tropical rainforests, lush hill country tea estates, brilliant gemstones, and an ancient culture that is over 2,500 years old. GNS participants will have the opportunity to explore Sri Lanka via customized and curated experiences (both pre-and-post conference), while enjoying authentic Sri Lankan hospitality during the 4-day conference in the capital city of Colombo. The SEALA region of South and Southeast Asia has ~2.3 billion people, almost 30% of the world’s population. The region’s diverse, young population, and strategic location at the center of international trade routes, has attracted significant attention and investment from both China and the West. How will the next 10 years play out? How soon will India break into the top 3 of world economies? Is China’s Belt & Road initiative a Trojan horse or a gamechanger for the region? What solutions are emerging from the region to address global issues like climate change?  What opportunities and partnerships are available for international investors?  Be part of this vigorous, exciting, and fun exploration as part of GNS 2024!
 
REGISTRATION FEE
Registration includes educational expenses, private group sightseeing, four-night accommodations at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, most meals, round-trip airport transfers, and special events throughout.  International airfare is not included. Payment for this program can be made by credit card or wire transfer.

For attendees requiring special accommodations for their children, such as extra beds, additional rooms, room upgrades, or tailored activities, our GNS Sri Lanka Event and Travel Desk is ready to assist. Please email your requests to gnssrilanka2024@gmail.com, and our Destination Management team will ensure your family's needs are efficiently met.

Main Program (June 30-July 4, 2024)
- Single Occupancy Registration:  $2,200
- Couple/Double Occupancy Registration: $3,750
- SEALA/MELA/CELA Alumni Members (No hotel): $625

Post-Program Extension (July 4-11, 2024)
- Single Occupancy Registration:  $2,100
- Couple/Double Occupancy Registration: $3,100

Pre-GNS Option
Several SIBF members have expressed interest in a visit to the Maldives to coincide with the Global Network Summit. If you have interest in participating please contact Director of Programs Shannon Williams at shannon.williams@sibf.org for more information.
Hikmat Abdurahmanov
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Hikmat Abdurahmanov Cofounder TEAM University
Adam Albion
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Adam Albion Executive Director SEALA - South East Asia Leadership Academy
Muzaffar Atamirzaev
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Muzaffar Atamirzaev Co-founder & CEO AsiaCredit
Andrea Bednar
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Andrea Bednar Founder & CEO AndreaBednar.com
Tim Bednar
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Tim Bednar Artist & Craftsman Andrea Bednar
Shamal Boyagoda
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Shamal Boyagoda General manager MAS Holdings PVt Ltd.
Bani Chandrasena
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Bani Chandrasena Head of Human Resources London Stock Exchange Sri Lanka
Nurfarini Daing
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Nurfarini Daing CEO Youth Trust Foundation
Randhula De Silva
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Randhula De Silva Founder CEO
Anun Dhawan
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Anun Dhawan Director Centricity Wealth Tech
Faris Fausz
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Faris Fausz Director Avarna Ventures
Tinatin Gagua
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Tinatin Gagua David Tvildiani David University
Cheryl Ginyard-Jones
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Cheryl Ginyard-Jones Managing Director, Ramboll Americas Ramboll
Nancy Haselden
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Nancy Haselden Executive Director Society of International Business Fellows
Farzana Jaleel Khan
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Farzana Jaleel Khan Sustainable Development and Communications Directo Siam City Cement (Lanka) Ltd
Cindy Jarboe
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Cindy Jarboe Financial Consultant & Author Relaxium
Sandro Jejelava
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Sandro Jejelava Founder & CEO Flowmaster ltd.
Earl Jones
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Earl Jones Highland Group
Muzaffar Kasimov
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Muzaffar Kasimov Cofounder HM Partners
Chameera Laknath
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Chameera Laknath Founder / CEO Capture Eye Video Production and Animations
Ashok Mittal
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Ashok Mittal Director Self employed
Anarkali Moonesinghe
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Anarkali Moonesinghe
Metta Murdaya
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Metta Murdaya Co-Founder/President JUARA Skincare
James Neville
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James Neville Volac
Natalie Niese
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Natalie Niese Consultant Slasscom
Tanveer Patel
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Tanveer Patel Board of Directors Concert IDC
Paulette Pidcock
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Paulette Pidcock Founder & President Pidcock Coaching Partners, LLC
Armil Sammoon
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Armil Sammoon Chairman & Managing Director Sapphire Cutters Ltd -Sapphire Capital Group
Sarrah Sammoon
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Sarrah Sammoon Founder Sapphire Capital Group
Jay Schneider
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Jay Schneider Senior Information Security Officer Vantage Systems, Inc (NASA)
Bill Sharp
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Bill Sharp Partner Holland & Knight LLP
Salome Shelia
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Salome Shelia Silk Development - Silk Road Group
Jane Shivers
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Jane Shivers Owner Shivers Consulting
Bill Starnes
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Bill Starnes VP of Global Network Innovation
Saliya Weerakoon
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Saliya Weerakoon Director Mastercard - Sri Lanka and Maldives
Jon Whetsell
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Jon Whetsell CFO Ligon Industries LLC
Dan White
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Dan White Trustee & Founder Geotrac Foundation
Chandika Wickramatillake
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Chandika Wickramatillake Director - Automation MAS Holdings PVt Ltd.
Arj Wignaraja
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Arj Wignaraja Vice President Cerberus Frontier
Frank Wood
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Frank Wood
4 Other Registered Attendees

For More Information:

SEALA Event Desk
gnssrilanka2024@gmail.com


CANCELLATION POLICY

Upon registration, $250 per person is non-refundable.  Because of SEALA financial commitments, the balance is non-refundable after April 15, 2024 regardless of circumstance (i.e., weather related, medical, business conflicts, family emergency, etc.). Network members are encouraged to purchase trip cancellation insurance.

VISAS
Information will be provided in advance to all attendees.

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
Attendees should book their flights to arrive in Colombo - Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) on Sunday, June 30.  The program begins Monday morning, July 1.  Attendees can book their return flight home anytime after 6:00pm on Thursday, July 4th  from Colombo - Bandaranaike International Airport.  (BIA). For those participating in the post-program extension, you are free to depart the evening of Wednesday, July 10th or anytime Thursday, July 11 from Colombo - Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

NOTE
Attendees who register will be sent an optional request form to request any additional nights at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo and room upgrade options.
 
Questions? Contact the SEALA event desk at gnssrilanka2024@gmail.com.