Dian Gomes
Dian Gomes

A Visionary Leader Driving Ethical Business, Community Empowerment, and Global Recognition for Sri Lanka

Dian Gomes is a prominent Sri Lankan business leader, diplomat, and sports advocate, currently serving as the Honorary Consul of Georgia in Sri Lanka. He is the former Chairman of Hela Clothing and a former Group Director of MAS Holdings. A seasoned finance professional, Dian is a Fellow of CIMA (UK), ACCA (UK), and CPA (Australia), with executive education from Wharton, Ashridge, and Harvard Business Schools.

Beyond the corporate world, Dian has played a transformative role in Sri Lanka’s sporting landscape. He led the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka across two terms, was Vice President of the National Olympic Committee, and served as Chef de Mission at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In 2013, he became the first Sri Lankan appointed to the Commonwealth Advisory Body on Sport. Widely recognized for his leadership and public service, he has received numerous accolades, including the national title “Sri Lanka Sikhamani” and international awards in both business and sports.

Selected Honors

Sri Lanka Sikhamani

One of the nation's highest national honors, conferred for legendary lifelong contributions toward industrial development and corporate ethics.

CIMA Pinnacle Business Leader

Recognizing absolute excellence in strategic leadership, financial discipline, and transformative impact across global markets.

African Leadership Award

Celebrating visionary cross-border expansion, cross-cultural employment initiatives, and robust economic ecosystem empowerment.

National Sporting Honors

Honoring decades of dedicated global delegation leadership, athlete cultivation, and championing pathways on the world Olympic stage.

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Global Distinctions

National and international accolades celebrating enduring leadership across business frontiers, international diplomacy, and athletic systems.

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Sovereign Footprints

Decades operating across borders, establishing high-value economic channels, regional expansion programs, and deep cross-cultural collaborations.

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Our Achievements

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PVH – Global Human Rights Award – Hela Clothing

2017

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The New Economy – Women’s Empowerment Corporate Leader

2012

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Asia’s Best CSR Practices Awards – Winner for Women’s Empowerment and Carbon Accounting

2012

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The World HRD Congress – Asia’s Best Employer Brand Awards : Winner for Best HR Strategy and Excellence in Training

2012

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The World HRD Congress – Asia’s Best Employer Brand Awards : Winner for Best HR Strategy

2011

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National Honour

Outstanding Contribution
to Sri Lankan Sports

A recognition of Dian Gomes' lifelong dedication to empowering youth and elevating national sports to global excellence.

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