CHATHURIKA WICKRAMASINGHE

The Voice of a Woman Driving Tech Forward Managing Director, Adventa Holdings

- By Dr. Sulochana Segera

In the ever-evolving landscape of global technology, Chathurika Wickramasinghe stands out as a force of innovation, inclusivity, and resilience. As the Managing Director and Co-Founder of Adventa Holdings (Pvt) Ltd., her journey from Sri Lanka to leading tech ventures across Australia and the UAE reflects not only her entrepreneurial acumen but also her unwavering belief in purpose-driven leadership.

At a time when women in tech remain underrepresented, particularly in South Asia, Chathurika has carved out a space not just for herself but for many young women dreaming of careers in technology. Her voice resonates far beyond boardrooms and development teams; it champions equity, flexible work, and sustainable innovation. In this exclusive interview, Chathurika opens up about her motivations, her strategies for growth, the challenges of co-leading a company with her husband, and how she's using her platform to build a more empowered and inclusive future; one line of code and one opportunity at a time.

You chose to enter the tech industry at a time when women were, and still are, underrepresented. What motivated you to break that barrier, and what keeps you in this space today?

I was drawn to technology because I saw how powerfully it could transform industries; education, healthcare, you name it. Even though the industry lacked female voices, I felt I couldn't wait around for change. If I wanted different results, I had to take a different path. What keeps me in this space is the challenge, the constant innovation, and most importantly, the global impact of the work we do. Every new project feels like a chance to solve a real problem.

How do you think technology can be a tool for women's financial independence, especially in South Asian societies where gender roles are still rigid?