Fortude celebrates GLO programme’s key milestones achieved

Fortude, a global enterprise technology solutions provider, celebrated key milestones achieved under the Guiding Leadership and Outreach (GLO) programme, a pioneering leadership development initiative by the Association of HR Professionals (AHRP) and Global Learning Labs. 

Through a series of transformative learning experiences, Fortude has empowered aspiring leaders while extending its impact beyond corporate boundaries to drive social change.

An initiative of Global Learning Lab, in collaboration with the AHRP and AIESEC Sri Lanka, GLO was a pioneering platform to empower young Sri Lankans who aspire to become future leaders with knowledge, skills and community-based learning experiences. Fortude and four other leading corporations in the country – Brandix, IFS, JKH and Sysco Labs – supported this initiative, showcasing its commitment to empowering the country’s future talent pool. 

As the first step, Fortude participated in the GLO Train-the-Trainer Leadership Workshop in February 2024, an intensive learning experience facilitated by global trainers from Global Learning Labs. This workshop emphasised leadership development, collaboration and knowledge-sharing, equipping participants with the tools to drive impactful learning within their organisations. 

The young leaders from Fortude that participated in the Train-the-Trainer Workshop and spearheaded subsequent activities to empower other young leaders are Manager HR Business Partnering Kavindya Biyanwila, Associate Business Analyst Surindu Goonawardene, Assistant Manager HR Operations Dilith Perera and Senior Team Lead Thilina Wisenthige.

Building on the momentum of the workshop, Fortude expanded its outreach by conducting multiple training sessions and CSR initiatives. In March 2024, the company held its first GLO training session for the AIESEC students, equipping them with essential leadership skills to prepare them for professional success. This was followed by the first Sustainable Impact Project in July, where Fortude launched a Career Guidance Workshop at Our Lady of Victories Convent, Moratuwa. 

Fortude Managing Director Arjuna Sirinanda stated, “At Fortude, we recognise the immense value of leadership development in shaping the future. Through the GLO programme, we have empowered our employees to coach youth across Sri Lanka to become future-ready leaders. Investing in initiatives like GLO ensures that young leaders are mentored and upskilled to drive meaningful impact in their careers and communities.”