WCIC launches Prathibhabhisheka Women Entrepreneur Awards 2025

THE Women's Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) has launched its annual flagship event, the "WCIC Prathibhabhisheka Women Entrepreneur Awards 2025.

- BY SAFNA MALIK

This prestigious awards ceremony, set to take place in January 2026, aims to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of outstanding women entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka and across the SAARC region.

WCIC Chairperson Gayani De Alwis outlined the chamber's commitment to empowering women over its 40 year history, with the awards ceremony now marking its 15th anniversary. She highlighted that the event was relaunched in 2022 as 'Prathibhabhisheka' a Sanskrit term for 'crowning women' to reflect a new vision. The 2025 edition will be the fourth consecutive year under this concept, which celebrates entrepreneurs who demonstrate not just success, but also strong financial governance and a dedication to ethical and sustainable business practices.

De Alwis called upon all exceptional women entrepreneurs to share their stories of resilience and success and compete for the prestigious awards. She added that the ceremony will honour them for their persistence, their ability to grow and scale their businesses, and their significant impact on the Sri Lankan economy. While the primary focus is on Sri Lankan entrepreneurs, a special category has been created to include participants from the SAARC region.

She highlighted the value that previous winners have gained from the awards, noting that the Prathibhabhisheka honour has enhanced both their personal brand and their businesses.