We have made quality our habit. It’s not something that we just strive for – we live by this principle every day.
"Quality Above Quantity"
Sudash Liyanage, DTM
About Sudash
Past Region 13 Advisor, 2020 -2022
18
Years as an International Brand Marketer
14
Years as a Head of Business Unit
17+
Years as a Charter President & Toastmasters Member
2
Years as Region Advisor
6
Years of District Officer Roles
7
Years of Additional roles at District Level
18
Clubs Chartered
8
Clubs as a new club Sponsor
10
Clubs as a New Club Mentor
Introducing Sudash; as an International Brand Marketing specialist and inspirational corporate leader. Founder President of a dynamic volunteer organization. Sudash embodies the true spirit of servant leadership in Toastmasters as well as a visiting lecturer for many educational institutes. The diverse skill set and competencies acquired will enable him to serve you in collaboration with others on the board.
Sudash's extensive travels across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North, and South America, as well as various African countries, have enriched his understanding of diverse cultures and demographics. This invaluable experience enables him to appreciate different perspectives and effectively adapt strategies to foster consensus-building.
Strategic Planner
Sudash possesses over two decades of strategic planning experience in both the corporate world and non-profit sectors. His expertise spans diverse industries, showcasing his ability to drive strategic initiatives at both national and international levels. As the Founder and Charter President of the Pest Managers Association Sri Lanka, Sudash played a pivotal role in establishing industry standards, SOPs, and protocols. Additionally, his role on the Community Welfare Association's Advisory Board enabled him to develop sustainable strategies that effectively catered to the needs of a gated community comprising 1210 houses.
Financial Acumen
With 22 years of expertise in financial management, Sudash is dedicated to helping corporates achieve their financial objectives. He excels in year-on-year financial planning, budgeting, and driving top-line and bottom-line targets while ensuring compliance with tax and statutory regulations. As a Certified Management Accountant, Sudash possesses the necessary qualifications to effectively manage finances in both corporate and volunteer organizations.
Toastmasters Awards & Accolades
As the District Director -
won all four (4) awards conferred by Toastmasters International in a year;
- President’s Distinguished District Award
In recognition of superior achievement and dedicated leadership
- President’s 20-Plus Award
In recognition of successfully motivating clubs to achieve and maintain charter strength
- President’s Extension Award
In recognition of outstanding achievement in club extension and retention
- Excellence in Leadership Award
For achieving President’s Distinguished status for 3 consecutive years
- Ranked No. 3 in the world
with 98.0% (195 out of 199) Distinguished Clubs
As the Program Quality Director
- Received the “Excellence in Program Quality Award” - 2015/2016.
- 88.14% of Distinguished Clubs
As the Lieutenant Governor Marketing
- Received the “Excellence in Marketing Award” 2014/2015.
Awarded Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) on 12th July 2012
Region 13 Advisor , 2020-2022
Toastmasters member since: 2006
Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA)/
Chartered Marketer/Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
– CIM UK (Pg. Dip. M)/Certified Management Accountant
– CMA (Australia)/Fellow Member of Chartered Professional
Managers – FCPM (Sri Lanka)/Awarded Doctor of Excellence
Honoris Causa, in the field of Management by YSU, USA
Employer and/or position: Head of Environmental Science / Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited
Served as District Director of District number: 82
Term of service: 2016 - 2017
In term as District Director, District achieved: President's Distinguished
Developed and launched a unique “Quality Club Award” in order to uplift the qualitative factors of a club with two different avenues called club quality and club engagement. This award scheme was started in 2016 and its still being used annually across the district and introduced to the region, when I was the Region 13 Advisor.
A high-profile “CEO forum” has been introduced to the district for the first time, in order to promote toastmasters Program in the corporate world. We invited CEOs or HR Heads of corporates which are not having a club and introduced the benefits of the program to them at a breakfast meeting by another CEO, who is having a Toastmasters Club. It paved to have several more corporate clubs.
Introduced a “Road Show”, which is targeted the remote cities to propagate the Toastmasters Brand amongst their communities. It was organized by the clubs in the city, who will then be able to strengthen the membership of the club as well as to open new clubs.
The “Club Retention Chair” position was first introduced in the district in 2016, when I was the District Director. This has shown a great success, where we were able to revive 233clubs out of 238 base to achieve distinguished club status and to sustain all of them with a very high retentio
Toastmaster's Offices Held
2021/2022 ; Region 13 Advisor for Term -2
..........................Supporting 4 Districts (in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand )
2020/2021 ; Region 13 Advisor for Term- 1
...........................Supporting 6 Districts (5 in India and Sri Lanka)
2017/2018 : Immediate Past District Director
..........................District 82 (Tamil Nadu – India & Sri Lanka)
2016/2017 : District Director
..........................District 82 (Lead 238 clubs in Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka)
2015/2016 : Program Quality Director (PQD)
..........................District 82 (Tamil Nadu India & Sri Lanka)
2014/2015 : Lieutenant Governor Marketing (LGM)
..........................District 82 (Tamil Nadu India & Sri Lanka)
2009/2010 : Division Governor
...........................President's Distinguished Division Governor, Division H of District 82 With All 6 Areas President's Distinguished and ...........................Chartered 11 New Clubs
2007/2008 : Area Governor
............................President's Distinguished Area Governor, Area 2, Division A of ............................District 82
2006/2007 : The Charter President
............................Bcis Toastmasters Club, President's Distinguished Club
12/06/2006: Charter Member
............................of Bcis Toastmasters Club
Additional Roles played in Toastmasters
2021/2022 :Committee Member,
Region Advisor Handbook Revision – 2022
2021/2022 : Working Committee Member,
District Strategies Guide Book - 2022
2019/2020 : Realignment Chair for District 82
2017/2018 : District Leadership Committee Chair – District 82
2013/2014 : Pathways: Ambassador of Toastmasters International
From November 4, 2013, to January 3, 2018
2012/2013 : Club Coach for Jaffna Toastmasters Club
2011/2012 : Asst. Lt. Governor Education & Training of District 82 and
The Conference Chair of Ovation 2012-Annual Conference
2010/2011 : Immediate Past Division H Governor of District 82 and
The Asst. Lt. Governor Marketing of District D82S
2008/2009 : Asst. Lieutenant Governor- Marketing of District 82 and
Assistant Division Governor – Marketing of Division H, D82
GLOBAL GROWTH GAME PLAN
As a Toastmasters International director candidate, my mission is to support the members of the board to develop strategies to inspire and empower individuals to unleash their inner greatness through effective communication and leadership development. I am committed to fostering an environment that nurtures personal growth, self-confidence, and the unleashing of untapped potential within each member.
To achieve this, I will prioritize member care as the foundation of our community. I believe in creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that values cultural diversity, promotes active participation, and encourages collaboration. By cultivating a culture of care and empathy, we can foster an environment where members feel valued, respected, and inspired to reach their full potential.
In today's rapidly evolving world, I will promote the effective utilization of technology within Toastmasters, ensuring that our members have access to innovative tools, resources, and platforms that enhance their learning experience. By embracing technology, we can reach a wider audience, facilitate virtual collaboration, and adapt to the ever-changing communication landscape.
Moreover, creative leadership is essential for personal and professional growth. We shall foster an environment that encourages creative thinking and experimentation. Through workshops, training, webinars, and mentorship programs, we will equip members with the skills and mindset necessary to embrace their creative potential, think outside the box, and confidently navigate challenges.
Already Toastmasters carries out many great initiatives for these purposes, and it is opportune time we connect these initiatives (like connecting the dots) and give a holistic experience to the members, leaders, and the corporates.
