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SLID and ACCA launch National Director Awards

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October 07, 2025

Initiative to champion corporate governance excellence in Sri Lanka

THE Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), in collaboration with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Sri Lanka, has announced the launch of the SLID - ACCA National Director Awards a landmark initiative to honour exemplary leadership and governance excellence across Sri Lanka's corporate sector.

The awards will recognise directors who demonstrate integrity, foresight, and impact, going beyond compliance to set new benchmarks in sustainable value creation and responsible leadership.

A vision for governance excellence

In an era of rapid economic transformation, robust governance is critical to resilience and long-term growth. The National Director Awards have been established to:

■Elevate standards of directorship and accountability.

■Showcase role models who champion transparency, innovation, and stewardship.

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