GLF Advisory Committee
Nihal-Arthanayake
BBC broadcaster and cultural commentator known for his in-depth conversations with leading global figures across literature, music, and politics. He brings an international media perspective to the committee.
Vikrom Mathur
Vikrom is the Founding Director of Transitions Research, a social science research collective operating at the intersection of technology, society, and sustainability.
His ongoing work examines the social dimensions of climate change in India, exploring questions such as: How can we deeply and rapidly transform politics, norms, attitudes, and incentives to promote sustainable and equitable living? Vikrom is also developing a programme that investigates cultural responses to climate change, emphasising the potential of art and literature to galvanise public attention, drive policy action, and catalyse social and behavioural change.
He earned his Doctor of Philosophy degree from Oxford University’s Institute for Science, Society, and Innovation. Vikrom is a Senior Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation, India, a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Social and Behavioral Change, and an Associate Fellow at the Stockholm Environment Institute.
Dileep-Mudadeniya
With over two decades of leadership experience in the tourism industry, Dileep Mudadeniya has established himself as a prominent figure in strategic planning, marketing, and communication.
Currently serving as the Senior Vice President of Global Alliances and Partnerships at John Keells Leisure, as well as the Head of Corporate Affairs at John Keells PLC, he brings a wealth of expertise to his roles. He is also the chairman of national tourism advisory committee and a board member of Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA).
Dileep’s career highlights include his instrumental role in effectively positioning and enhancing the brand equity of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. He is known for spearheading multi-faceted communications campaigns and signature events that not only elevate the visibility of Cinnamon but also promote Sri Lanka as a premier travel destination on a global scale.
Prior to his current roles, Dileep served in various capacities within the public sector, notably as additional director general of Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority and the first managing director of Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau. Dileep is an alumnus of the University of Colombo, an Attorney-at-Law, and a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. He is a Chartered Marketer, and also holds a MBA in Marketing
Balaji K. Srinivasan
Balaji K. Srinivasan is an entrepreneur, venture advisor, and legal professional with a global track record spanning technology, healthcare, and corporate law.
He was the co-founder and President of Counsyl, a genomics company acquired by Myriad Genetics, and also co-founded and previously served as CEO of Hashflow, a leading fintech platform. Earlier in his career, Balaji held leadership roles at Google, where he advised on intellectual property and technology transactions.
A graduate of Harvard Law School and Stanford University, he began his legal career at top global firms including Cravath, Swaine & Moore and Kirkland & Ellis, specializing in M&A, private equity, and technology deals.
With a rare combination of legal acumen, entrepreneurial experience, and cross-disciplinary insight, Balaji brings a forward-thinking global perspective to the GLF President’s Circle
