Priyantha Ranasinghe to lead CIPM for another term

CIPM Sri Lanka unanimously invited outstanding HR professional and business leader Priyantha Ranasinghe as President for the year 2025/26 at its Annual General Meeting held recently at Waters Edge, Battaramulla, amidst its distinguished membership representing the HR fraternity in Sri Lanka.

Ranasinghe, an exceptional HR professional and dynamic business leader, continues at the helm of CIPM with an unwavering commitment to advancing the standards of human resource management in the country. A seasoned HR professional with over 28 years of multi-sectoral experience, he has held senior HR leadership positions in hospitality, banking and finance, plantations and food and beverage sectors. 

His expertise spans not only Sri Lanka but also extends to regional markets such as Indonesia, India and Malaysia.

Currently serving as Chief People Officer at INSEE Cement, Ranasinghe previously served as HR Director at CocaCola Beverages Sri Lanka Limited for an impressive 11 years, where he championed people-focused strategies aligned with global best practices.

Ranasinghe highlighted CIPM’s efforts to develop staff capabilities through structured training, competency-building initiatives and digital skill enhancement, which have empowered the institute’s team to meet evolving industry demands. He also emphasised CIPM’s heightened involvement in national-level HR initiatives, including collaborations with policymakers and government agencies to shape frameworks for sustainable people management and talent development in Sri Lanka.

Ranasinghe noted, “Our focus will remain on achieving more international accreditations for our flagship CQHRM programme, enhancing membership value through targeted development initiatives and elevating the quality of our services. We will continue to ensure that our staff possesses the competencies required to support CIPM’s dynamic strategic direction while contributing meaningfully to national HR priorities.”

His re-election reflects the deep confidence of CIPM’s membership in his strategic foresight and inclusive leadership style. During his previous term, Ranasinghe was pivotal in strengthening CIPM’s regional and international presence, driving innovation in educational offerings and fostering a high-performance culture among staff and members.