10. LOLC Holdings: Global Ambition, Local Impact
LOLC Holdings, at number ten, has become a global force, spanning across Asia, Africa, and Australia, under the stewardship of Deputy Chairman Ishara Nanayakkara and Group Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena. Despite navigating high interest rates and currency fluctuations, LOLC has remained profitable by capitalizing on its diversified operations in sectors such as financial services, plantations, and leisure. Their commitment to innovation, especially in graphene manufacturing and advanced technologies, is setting new benchmarks for sustainable development. Nanayakkara and Jayawardena’s global vision is clear—LOLC is poised to expand further, leveraging its robust operational foundation and strategic market positioning.