Our Leadership

Karthi Gajendran, a dual British and Sri Lankan citizen, brings over three decades of extensive international experience in investment, development, and operations across various industries, including infrastructure, healthcare, and hospitality, in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

From 2010 to 2020, Gajendran served as the President of Airport Development for GVK, one of Asia’s premier private airport companies. During his tenure, he spearheaded multi-billion-dollar airport development projects, including the $2.5 billion investment at Mumbai International Airport and the transformation of Bangalore International Airport into award-winning, world-class airports. His strategic initiatives also expanded GVK’s operations into Indonesia, significantly boosting Bali International Airport’s non-aeronautical revenue.

Prior to his role at GVK, Gajendran held key executive positions at the global major Jacobs-CH2MHILL and the world's leading marketing services group WPP Hill and Knowlton, contributing to their rapid growth in Europe and the Middle East. He has also played a pivotal role in humanitarian projects, notably leading the USAID-funded tsunami reconstruction program in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, and initiating the 1990 SUWA SERIYA emergency ambulance program in Sri Lanka.

A seasoned public speaker and expert in FDI and PPP policy development, Gajendran continues to influence and drive substantial international projects and collaborations.

Priyanga Gunasekera has almost twenty years of experience in all aspects of sales and marketing and business management in Information Technology. He has a BSc (Hon) degree in Computer Science from University of Colombo and since been involved in the IT sector at various levels.

After starting his career as a Systems Engineers, he rose to be a Director of Informatics (Pvt) Ltd., a position that he held until March 31, 2011. Currently he is the Managing Director of V S information Systems (Pvt) Ltd. a leading Information Technology company in Sri Lanka.

During his career, he has held positions in several industry organisations such as the Sri Lanka Computer Vendors Association, (SLCVA) and Sri Lanka Association of Software and Service Companies (SLASSCOM) and was the Chairman of the IT Sector of the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) from 2008 to 2010.

Mr. Wickramasuriya joined the upstream oil and gas industry in 1984, working for Schlumberger, the world’s largest petroleum services company. Following 20 years in oil exploration worldwide, he returned to Sri Lanka in 2004, where he was appointed Chairman/Director General of the Sri Lanka Board of Investment.

Thereafter, he was appointed Chairman of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority, in which capacity he negotiated and commenced the Colombo Port Expansion and Hambantota Port Phase 1 projects. He retired from Government service in June 2017 after spending the previous 6 years as the Director General of the Petroleum Resources Development Secretariat, an institution tasked with developing the country’s emerging upstream petroleum industry.

Mr. Wickramasuriya is currently Co-Chair of the National Agenda Committee on Energy of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, and a consultant to the Ministry of Energy. In these capacities he is assisting the Minister of Energy in his initiative to introduce policy targeting net-zero carbon emission for Sri Lanka by 2050. Mr Wickramasuriya is also in the newly formed Colombo Port City Economic Commission, where he serves as Acting Director General in addition to his role as Commission Member.

Recently appointed as Director of RemediumOne Private Limited, Mr. Samantha Ranatunga has a wealth of experience in a variety of industries. He also held the position as Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Ranatunga has worked for 30 years at the CIC Group and of it 10 years as its Managing Director and CEO. Mr. Ranatunga also served as an independent director at the Seylan Bank Board for 9 years.

His desire to reconnect with the field of science and technology aided his decision to join a center of scientific excellence such as RemediumOne. Using his experience as a pioneer in coordinating and setting up agricultural and pharmaceutical businesses of CIC, Mr. Ranatunga will help our quest to strategically build and position RemediumOne in the global clinical trial industry to create further business opportunities for the organization and its potential stakeholders.
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With over 9 years of expertise in the Sri Lankan clinical research industry, our Dilini brings extensive knowledge and a meticulous approach to ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance in every aspect of our clinical trials and ensures that our customer expectations are always exceeded.
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Meet Dr. Namal, our expert leading Partnerships and Alliances at RemediumOne. With a strong background in Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, his passion for Clinical Research started early in his medical career. Since 2009, he has been an integral part of our team, leading Clinical Operations for over a decade. His vast experience has contributed to the successful execution of numerous Phase II and Phase III Clinical Trials, creating a reliable research platform in Sri Lanka.
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Chanaka Fernando, an experienced accountant, leads business assurance at RemediumOne. With over 6 years of association with the company, he ensures financial integrity and oversees business processes to uphold our commitment to excellence.
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Anuradha Dahanayake, with over 12 years of clinical trials experience in Sri Lanka, has been an integral part of RemediumOne's team for the same duration. As a leader in clinical development, she plays a crucial role in driving successful trial outcomes and upholding the highest standards in clinical research.
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Kiruthika spearheads human capital management at RemediumOne, leveraging her extensive 4+ years of industry experience. She ensures a talented and motivated team, fostering a culture of excellence, and driving the company's success in clinical research endeavors.
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Saumiyah Ajanthan, our accomplished leader driving medical writing and strategic scientific operations at RemediumOne. Saumiyah plays a crucial role in ensuring the highest quality in scientific communications, regulatory documentation, and strategic planning for successful clinical research endeavors.
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Dr. Chamini Kanatiwela-De Silva leads decentralized clinical trials at RemediumOne. With 8+ years of experience in community-based clinical research, she ensures patient-centric and innovative approaches for advancing medical studies.
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Ingrid leads logistics and procurement at RemediumOne, bringing over 40 years of industry expertise. Her strategic management ensures efficient and reliable supply chains for successful clinical operations.

Rajeewa leads infrastructure and instrumentation at RemediumOne, with over 20 years of industry experience. He plays a pivotal role in setting up research sites in state hospitals, facilitating the smooth conduct of clinical trials and advancing medical research in Sri Lanka.

Sonali spearheads Data Management Solutions at RemediumOne, leveraging over 10 years of clinical research experience. With a focus on data integrity and efficiency, she ensures smooth and accurate data handling solutions for our clients.
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Ishard provides IT leadership, overseeing the technological aspects of RemediumOne's operations. His expertise ensures the seamless integration of innovative IT solutions to optimize clinical research processes.
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Poornima is a highly experienced clinical trial monitor with over 8 years of expertise in the field. As the sole ACRP qualified monitor in Sri Lanka, she brings a wealth of knowledge and professionalism to her role. With a proven track record of ensuring the highest standards in clinical research, Poornima is dedicated to advancing medical science and ensuring the safety of trial participants.
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More than 11 years of experience in clinical trials industry. Currently supporting the organisation with business development and regulatory affairs.
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