BWIO Hosts International Awards Ceremony at Mount Lavinia Hotel

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — The Business World International Organization INC-USA (BWIO) hosted the Business World International Awards 2026 at the historic Mount Lavinia Hotel on May 16, bringing together business leaders, diplomats, entrepreneurs, and distinguished guests from Sri Lanka and overseas.

The annual awards ceremony is recognized as one of the notable business award events in the Asia-Pacific region, celebrating excellence, leadership, innovation, and contributions to economic development across multiple industries.

Business Leaders and Diplomats Attend BWIO Awards 2026

The event attracted a large gathering of corporate executives, professionals, public figures, and international guests, reflecting the growing international recognition of the BWIO awards platform.

The Chief Guest for the ceremony was Badli Hisham Adam, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Sri Lanka and Ambassador of Malaysia to the Maldives.

Guests of Honour included Dietmar Doering, Founder and Chairman of AGSEP and Advisory Board Member of BWIO-USA; Kishu Gomes, Chairman of Exterminators PLC; and Rohan Pallewatta, Executive Chairman of Lanka Harness Co. (Pvt) Ltd.

Special guests also included representatives from diplomatic missions, business organizations, and corporate sectors across Sri Lanka and international markets.

Mount Lavinia Hotel Hosts International Business Gathering

Mount Lavinia Hotel, one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic heritage hospitality properties, served as the venue for the international awards event.

The hotel continues strengthening its role as a leading destination for business events, conferences, diplomatic gatherings, and corporate celebrations in Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

Industry observers note that events such as the BWIO International Awards help strengthen international business networking, promote entrepreneurship, and support corporate collaboration across the Asia-Pacific region.

Celebrating Innovation and Business Excellence

The awards program focused on recognizing organizations and individuals contributing toward innovation, leadership, entrepreneurship, and economic development.

BWIO organizers highlighted the importance of creating global platforms that encourage business partnerships, cross-border cooperation, and recognition of professional achievement.

Corporate award ceremonies and international networking events continue playing an important role in strengthening Sri Lanka’s profile as a regional destination for business tourism and professional events.

Source: Daily Mirror Sri Lanka and official event announcements.