BNI Sri Lanka National Conference 2026 to Bring Entrepreneurs and Global Business Leaders Together

BNI Sri Lanka is set to host its flagship National Conference 2026 on 24 July 2026 at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals from Sri Lanka and the international BNI network for a day focused on leadership, collaboration, and business growth.

As part of the world’s largest business networking and referral organisation, BNI Sri Lanka’s annual conference aims to strengthen entrepreneurial connections while promoting its globally recognised philosophy of Givers Gain®, which encourages businesses to support one another through meaningful relationships and referrals.

The event will provide participants with opportunities to exchange ideas, build valuable networks, and gain insights from some of the region’s most respected business leaders.

The conference will feature keynote sessions by renowned Sri Lankan entrepreneur Otara Gunewardene, Founder of Odel and Embark, who will share her journey of building successful brands through innovation, sustainability, and purpose-driven leadership. Joining her will be Rajendran Dandapani, Director of Zoho Corporation and President of Zoho Schools of Learning, who will offer global perspectives on entrepreneurship, technology, innovation, and developing future-ready talent.

Speaking ahead of the event, Hemu Suvarna, National Director of BNI Sri Lanka, highlighted the conference as a valuable platform for members to learn from inspiring leaders, strengthen connections, and explore new opportunities for growth.

Through the National Conference 2026, BNI Sri Lanka aims to further support the country’s entrepreneurial landscape by creating stronger links between local businesses, global expertise, and collaborative opportunities for sustainable success.