Ihan Jayawardana

Ihan Jayawardana has extensive work experience in various roles within the fashion and beauty industry. Ihan started their career at MAS Intimates in 2005 as an Executive Assistant and Management Trainee. Ihan later worked as an Account Manager for Product Development and then as a Business Manager, where they managed the Marks and Spencer lingerie division and implemented new business models for profit growth. Ihan also had a role as a Business Manager for Strategic Planning, where they developed strategic partnerships and implemented lean and waste management projects.

In 2012, Jayawardana joined MAS Holdings as the Deputy General Manager of the Victoria's Secret bra division. Ihan successfully grew the business from $7 million to $40 million within two years through innovation pipeline development, customer management, and robust processes. Ihan later became the General Manager of MAS Holdings before assuming their current role as Business Director.

In 2014, Jayawardana founded Christell Skin Clinic, a certified medical clinic specializing in advanced aesthetic treatments and holistic wellness services. Ihan brought in the latest technologies to Sri Lanka and expanded the clinic's offering through franchise partnerships.

Additionally, Jayawardana briefly worked as an external consultant for Asda in 2012. Overall, their work experience showcases their expertise in strategic planning, business development, and managing high-performing teams.

Ihan Jayawardana attended Harvard Business School from 2019 to 2022, where they received an executive education degree in PLDA (Program for Leadership Development in Asia). Prior to that, they completed an MBA at Imperial College Business School in London in 2011-2012. They also obtained a BSc in Computer and Business Studies from the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School from 2001 to 2004. Additionally, Ihan is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), although the specific dates of their enrollment are unknown.