Sparking Success – Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025

About the Forum

The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) is proud to present another landmark event in its knowledge-sharing calendar — the Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025, themed “Sparking Success.” Set to take place on 12th June 2025 at Shangri-La Colombo, this dynamic forum serves as a critical meeting point for decision-makers and innovators across the retail value chain.

Building on the success of past forums, this year’s event will explore key challenges and opportunities within Sri Lanka’s evolving retail ecosystem. In an age of heightened economic uncertainty, consumer shifts, and digital disruption, the forum seeks to ignite purposeful conversations, inspire sustainable strategies, and equip stakeholders with the tools and insights necessary to thrive.

Through expert-led sessions, engaging panel discussions, and thought-provoking keynotes, the forum will unpack the most pressing industry themes — from adaptive business models and innovation in organized retail, to the rise of tech-driven operations, and the expanding tourism-retail nexus. It also offers a unique opportunity to connect with retail leaders and partners committed to shaping a resilient and future-ready industry.

Retail Experts. Real Insights.

Meet the Speakers

Meet the thought leaders, trailblazers, and retail innovators who are shaping the future of the industry. Our lineup features a diverse group of professionals with deep experience across retail, finance, technology, and consumer behavior — ready to share strategies, spark dialogue, and inspire transformation.

Bernhard Stefan

MD, Nestlé Lanka PLC

Mr. Siddharth Shrotriya

Associate Partner, McKinsey & Co. India

Ms. Hajar Alafifi

Chairperson & MD, Unilever Sri Lanka

Mr. Omar Khan

Founder & Senior Partner, Sensei International Consultancy

Ms. Himalee Madurasinghe

Director/Head, Kantar Sri Lanka

Dr. Rohantha Athukorale

President, Clootrack (Sri Lanka, Maldives, Pakistan)

Duminda Hulangamuwa

Chairman, The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce

Charitha Subasinghe

President, Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association

Key Sessions

A deep dive into current industry conditions, challenges, and the path to recovery and transformation.

Exploring the evolution of organized retail, customer-centric strategies, and lessons from leading brands.

Integrating external economic and policy perspectives to strengthen retail’s contribution to the national economy.

Understanding the potential of retail tourism and Sri Lanka’s opportunity to position itself as a retail destination.

Forum Agenda – 12th June 2025

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Inaugural Session & Opening Remarks

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Session 01: Status of Retail in Sri Lanka

11:30 AM - 01:00 PM

Session 02: Organised Retail & Consumer Connection

02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Session 03: Retail & Economic Impact

03:30 PM - 04:15 PM

Session 04: Tourism-Retail Opportunities

04:15 PM - 04:45 PM

Special Session: Introduction to FAPRA / APRCE 2024

04:45 PM - 05:00 PM

Closing Remarks

05:00 PM onwards

Evening High Tea & Networking

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Join the Movement

SLRA continues its mission to uplift and future-proof Sri Lanka’s retail industry through collaboration, innovation, and strategic dialogue. Join the movement to spark new ideas and accelerate collective success on 12th June 2025.

For inquiries, contact:
Niroshini: 011 558 8852 | Devni: 011 558 8892
events@chamber.lk