The Industrial Excellence Awards Ceremony- The annual flagship Event of the Sri Lanka Chamber of Small and Medium Industries.
Industrial Excellence Awards 2008 was first held in the year 2008, amongst members of the Chamber only. A Platinum, Gold Silver and 7 Bronze Awards were given away to members who had Excellent Achievements in their own Industry.
Understanding the need to recognize successful Entrepreneurs in the local industry, the Chamber opened the competition to all industrialists island wide from the year 2009. This competition has been one of the most sought after competitions amongst the micro, small and medium industrialists.
Main aim of the event is to fete SME’s (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) who have distinguished themselves in the pursuit of excellence for their achievements and contributions made towards Sri Lanka’s economic prosperity. Industrial Excellence Awards has built a proud history and tradition which has achieved profound national significance over the years in the dimensions of its professionalism and high standards.
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of our economy. SMEs bring economic growth and financial stability by creating new employment opportunities; promoting investment and developing skills and also by connecting small and medium enterprises to large and very large enterprises at regional and global markets, technological innovations and knowledge. SME’s generate over 30% of employment and contributes more than 70% to Sri Lanka’s GDP. It also contributes significantly to the export sector in the country. Therefore, it is clear that promoting a sustainable and viable SME sector is essential in the nation’s development and growth.
We have had an overwhelming response from entrepreneurs across the country especially from the rural provinces and our gratitude goes to the sponsoring organizations for their co-operation and support.
Applications are called from across the country. The applications are scrutinized and evaluated by an experienced, independent panel of judges, representing the University, The Ministry of Industries, The Industrial Development Board, The National Enterprise Development Authority, Export Development Boad and Bank. Site visits and verifications are carried out on short listed Entrepreneurs.
Elegant trophies are awarded to winners as follows;
National Level :
14 Bronze Awards are also given away to
The Extravagant Awards Ceremony is held under the invitation and distinguished participation of Government and State Dignitaries, Heads of State Enterprises, Members of the Diplomatic Corp.
Opening dates announced on Press and TV as well as our website