Vish Govindasamy

Vish Govindasamy is a visionary leader and seasoned entrepreneur renowned for driving innovation and fostering sustainable growth across Sri Lanka's business landscape. With over 26 years of dynamic leadership experience, he currently serves as Deputy Chairman of Sunshine Holdings PLC, one of the country's top 50 listed conglomerates. Throughout his distinguished career, Vish has significantly contributed to transforming industries and improving communities. Notably, he spearheaded the successful privatization and growth of Watawala Plantations PLC, turning it into the highest-capitalized regional plantation company on the Colombo Stock Exchange. His strategic vision introduced beloved consumer brands such as Zesta, Watawala Tea, Ran Kahata, and Healthguard Pharmacy, now household names cherished by millions. Vish holds influential positions across Sri Lanka’s corporate sector, including board memberships with prominent companies like Dialog Axiata PLC, Softlogic Life Insurance PLC, and United Motors Lanka PLC. His leadership credentials are further highlighted by his roles as Immediate Past Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Employers’ Federation of Ceylon, and President of Sri Lanka's Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry. Passionate about philanthropy, Vish founded Sunshine Foundation for Good (SFG), focusing on impactful initiatives in health and education. Under his guidance, programs such as 'Suwa Diviya' for diabetes awareness and 'Diya Sarana' safe water initiatives have directly improved the lives of thousands. Recognized consistently for his exceptional leadership, Vish was listed among Sri Lanka's Top 10 CEOs by LMD Magazine in 2019 and 2020. He holds an MBA and a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Hartford, USA.

• Email: vgovindasamy@cbdl.lk
• Phone: +94 112506340