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Some companies adapt to change. Acorn Group creates it!

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Our History

Born in 2020 from a bold management buyout, we transformed legacy travel and aviation operations into a powerhouse spanning travel, aviation, hospitality, logistics, insurance, and education.

Our trajectory is anything but conventional. By 2024, we had already secured a strategic partnership with CF Global, a world-class leader in logistics and supply chain management. This alliance wasn’t just about growth—it was about reshaping industries, unlocking new markets, and advancing cutting-edge digital capabilities.

With CF Global acquiring a minority stake, we tapped into a vast network covering over 150 destinations, fusing cutting-edge logistics technology with Acorn’s signature agility. The result? An unstoppable force in aviation, freight, and travel.

At the helm is Chairman Mahbubul Anam, a visionary in freight forwarding and aviation. Under his leadership, Acorn Group isn’t just expanding—it’s redefining the boundaries of what’s possible in the region. Our success isn’t built on following industry trends; it’s built on setting them.

We move with purpose, fueled by data, experience, strategic foresight, and unwavering resolve. We embrace calculated ambition, steadily. Opportunity seldom knocks twice, so we build our own doors: innovating ahead of demand, adapting faster than change, executing with disciplined precision. Every decision strengthens sustainability and future-readiness. When challenges arise, we convert them into catalysts, leveraging partnerships and analysis to outpace disruption. Growth is pushing the frontier, rewriting benchmarks, elevating ecosystems across our markets. Resilience and reinvention are Acorn’s operating system.

Our Values

Thinking boldly, leading change, and evolving with our customers define who we are. We don’t wait for the future; we build it. Creativity fuels our innovation, allowing us to break boundaries and set new industry standards. Every experience we craft is personal and designed with precision to exceed expectations. Learning never stops—we constantly refine our strategies, embrace new ideas, and stay ahead of the curve. At Acorn, progress isn’t just a goal; it’s a mindset that drives everything we do.

Executive Committee

Malinga Arasakularatne

Chief Executive Officer

Suranjith De Fonseka

Chief Operating Officer

Harith Perera

Partner

Dushy Jayaweera

Partner

Nimali Welikala

Chief People's Officer

Gayan Amerasinghe

Partner

Naradha Rajakaruna

Executive Vice President
Chief Financial Officer

Howard Brohier

Executive Vice President

Malinga Arasakularatne

Partner | CEO

Suranjith De Fonseka

Partner | COO

Harith Perera

Partner

Dushy Jayaweera

Partner

Nimali Welikala

Partner | CPO

Gyan Amerasinghe

Partner

Naradha Rajakaruna

Executive Vice President | CFO

Howard Brohier

Executive Vice President

Our Management

Our Management

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Howard Brohier

Executive Vice President

Naradha Rajakaruna

Executive Vice President
Chief Financial Officer

Lashika De Silva

Vice President | HR

Shiraj Juheer

Vice President | Business Excellence and Head of Operations DTH Travels

Victoria Seneviratne

Director / Senior Vice President Acorn Prime Destinations

Prasanna Rajapakse

Director / Senior Vice President DTH Travels Sri Lanka

Bathiya Senadhipathi

Vice President / General Manager | Sri Lanka Acorn Aviation Acorn Air Services

Lahiru Alahakoon

Vice President | Learning & Talent Management Acorn Group

Sanka Jhonsge

Head of IT Acorn Group

Seng Sok Phirum

General Manager Acorn Cambodia

Dilan Jayakody

Regional Vice President | Sri Lanka & Thailand Acorn Aviation LTU Asia Aviation Services

Durga Ramanan

Vice President / General Manager | Europe DTH Travels Sri Lanka

Chamila Wijethunge

Director / Senior Vice President Acorn Travels

Howard Brohier

Executive Vice President

Naradha Rajakaruna

Executive Vice President / CFO Acorn Group

Lashika De Silva

Vice President | Human Resources Employee Experience & Culture Acorn Group

Shiraj Juheer

Vice President | Group Business Excellence Acorn Group

Victoria Seneviratne

Director / Senior Vice President Acorn Prime Destinations

Prasanna Rajapakse

Director / Senior Vice President DTH Travels Sri Lanka

Bathiya Senadhipathi

Vice President / General Manager | Sri Lanka Acorn Aviation Acorn Air Services

Lahiru Alahakoon

Assistant Vice President | Head of Learning & Talent Management | Acorn Group

Sanka Jhonsge

Assistant Vice President / Head of IT Acorn Group

Seng Sok Phirum

General Manager Acorn Cambodia

Dilan Jayakody

Regional Vice President | Sri Lanka & Thailand Acorn Aviation LTU Asia Aviation Services

Durga Ramanan

Vice President / General Manager | DTSL

Chamila Wijethunge

Director / Senior Vice President Acorn Travels

Subanu Perera

Vice President | Sales & Marketing - Resorts & Villas Acorn Leisure Management

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Mr. Malinga Arasakularatne

Partner | CEO

Malinga leads with quiet confidence, valuing thoughtful strategy over grand gestures and he has managed to engineer a business that transcends industries. A measured decision-maker, he brings a steady hand to Acorn Group’s evolution, balancing ambition with pragmatism. With deep expertise in investment management and corporate finance, he has carefully guided a management buyout into a thriving multi industry enterprise. Known for his ability to mentor and cultivate leadership, he fosters a culture of humility and growth, ensuring Acorn moves forward with purpose and precision. His leadership has shaped Acorn into an industry trailblazer, seamlessly integrating innovation, agility, and long-term vision into its DNA.

Suranjith De Fonseka

Partner | COO

Suranjith knows how to get results without making noise. His leadership style is firm but measured—never overbearing, yet impossible to ignore. With over 15 years in hospitality, he built his name as a worthy negotiator before leading Diethelm Travel teams in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, driving performance without friction. A Chartered Marketer with a BA in Business

Administration from Nottingham Trent University and an MBA from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Suranjith’s ability to subtly steer decisions ensures Acorn stays customer-centric and on course for sustained growth.

Harith Perera

Partner

Only a few people light up a room the way Harith does. An extrovert with an innate ability to connect, he has built lasting relationships across the travel and tourism industry, breaking barriers and opening doors wherever he goes. His optimism and energy fuel his leadership, making him a natural at transforming his sectors into thriving destinations. As a former President of SLAITO and a former SLTPB board member, his network is as vast as his enthusiasm. With an MBA from the University of Southern Queensland, Harith continues to shape Acorn Group with the same charm and strategic acumen that have defined his reputation.

Dushy Jayaweera

Partner

Dushy’s decades of experience and unwavering integrity have shaped Acorn’s aviation success across Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Thailand. A firm believer in fairness, she ensures that every airline partner, customer, and employee is treated with respect and equity. Her principled leadership has strengthened industry relationships, built on trust and reliability. From airline representation to ground operations, Dushy has refined every aspect of the business, optimising networks and driving operational excellence. A respected leader in the industry, she has held pivotal leadership positions, including serving as Past President of multiple aviation and travel associations. Her role as a Board Member of Skal Asia further underscores her dedication to shaping the industry’s future. 

Nimali Welikala

Partner | CPO

Nimali leads human resources with clarity, fairness, and a deep commitment to aligning business goals with ethical practices. With leadership experience at HSBC, MAS, and Virtusa Corporation, she has built a reputation for making sound, people-centric decisions. Honored as one of the “100 Most Influential Global HR Professionals” (2016) and “Asia’s Top Most HR Leaders” (2023), she continues to play a pivotal role in workforce transformation and leadership development, reinforcing Acorn’s people strategy—one of its greatest strengths. By fostering a culture of performance and integrity, Nimali ensures Acorn remains agile, inclusive, and future-ready. Her ability to balance business needs with employee well-being makes her a trusted and respected force in shaping Acorn’s future.

Gyan Amerasinghe

Partner

Mastering multiple disciplines in the travel and airline industry requires adaptability, insight, and an extensive network—qualities that define Gyan. A trusted authority in the trade, he has built a career on bridging gaps between strategy and execution, ensuring seamless expansion and operational success. With over 40 years of experience, he has been instrumental in driving commercial growth for global airlines, cultivating strong partnerships, and identifying new business opportunities. Whether developing market expansion strategies, leading airline GSAs, or navigating complex negotiations, his ability to execute with precision and credibility makes him an indispensable force behind Acorn’s sustained growth. ability to execute with precision and credibility makes him an indispensable force behind Acorn’s sustained growth.

Naradha Rajakaruna

Executive Vice President | CFO

Naradha is a strategist with a sharp eye for turning
financial data into sustainable growth. With over 25
years of experience spanning aviation, tourism,
manufacturing, oil & gas, and IT, he understands that
financial success is more than just numbers, it’s about the people and decisions behind them. Whether optimizing operations, structuring complex deals, or refining financial models, he brings a pragmatic yet forward-thinking approach to every challenge.
Holding an MBA from ICFAI University, India, Naradha
ensures Acorn remains agile, future-ready, and financially sound in an evolving business landscape.

Howard Brohier

Executive Vice President

Howard’s career spans entertainment, radio, telecoms, logistics, and tourism, equipping him with a uniquely versatile skill set. His pragmatic thinking and hands-on approach to business have fueled consistent growth. From spinning records as a DJ to managing radio programming in Sri Lanka, and later shaping telecom strategies in the Seychelles, to running DMC’s in the Maldives, his journey has been anything but conventional. Passionate about every challenge, Howard pushes people and results forward with his infectious energy. While deeply immersed in business, his true fuel remains music and family—because even the best strategists need a great playlist and a strong support crew.