The DBA Colombo Alumni Association which was inaugurated on 30th January 2025 was graced by a large, distinguished gathering representing the academic and industry community, DBA graduates and doctoral students. Senior Professor H.D. Karunaratne, Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo was the Chief Guest at the event. Inaugural Alumni President, Dr. Lasantha Wickremesooriya unveiled the strategy of the association, where the strategic intent was to pursue “promoting and leading the future of industry focused research debates and dialogues by bringing together multiple stakeholders”. Professor Nihal Hennayake, Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance, Professor B. Nishantha, Coordinator of the Postgraduate and Mid-Career Development Unit, Professor Tharusha Gooneratne, DBA Programme Coordinator, Mr. Ruwan Waidyaratne, Managing Director at Hayleys Advantis Limited and Advisor to the DBA Colombo Alumni Association also addressed the gathering. The vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Anusha Liyanage, Secretary of the Alumni Association.