Dr. Sena Yaddehige, Chairman of Richard Pieris & Company PLC, was conferred an honorary doctorate by the University of Kelaniya, at a recent ceremony held at BMICH, Colombo. The ceremony was graced by many senior delegates. The doctorate was awarded by the Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya.
A Sri Lankan-born British scientist and engineer and a Swiss-based industrialist, Dr. Yaddehige is not only an eminent corporate leader but also the proud owner of a number of patents worldwide, in radiation technology, polymer technology, automotive sensors and accelerator pedal modules, along with slow release fertiliser.
He is also known for founding a host of companies both in Sri Lanka and overseas, where more than 33,000 Sri Lankans are currently employed.
He is currently serving as the Chairman of five publicly listed companies and heads over 52 companies wholly or majority owned by Richard Pieris and Company.
Dr. Yaddehige has set up the largest automotive sensor business in the UK and currently serves as the Managing Director of a European firm and Chairman/CEO of a US firm in the automotive industry. Dr. Yaddehige was also a Director of the National Development Bank PLC.
After assuming the role of Chairman of the Richard Pieris & Company, a leading conglomerate in manufacturing, engineering and plantations - Dr. Yaddehige has revitalised the vision and management of the company and provided leadership to expand it by 14-fold over the years.
Today Richard Pieris has become one of the largest and most successful conglomerates in Sri Lanka.
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