Explore the profound journey, historical timeline, educational credentials, and pioneering corporate ventures led by one of Sri Lanka's leading advocates for bilateral development and sustainable growth.
Born and raised with an enduring passion for national construction, Ravindra Gayanath Silva has carved out a unique career trajectory combining academic research, industrial textile management, community microfinance, and cross-border commercial diplomacy.
His professional immersion in South Korea began in 2009 as a dedicated Korean interpreter. He quickly realized the enormous developmental advantage that South Korea's structural technology, higher educational disciplines, and vocational frameworks could provide to Sri Lanka's domestic youth. Over the next fifteen years, he served as a formal bridge — eventually leading the Korean Division of the Sri Lankan Ministry of Social Empowerment, and coordinating major government projects for HRD Korea.
As Co-Founder of the Federation of Film Media Culture Entertainment (FFMCE), Ravindra successfully established the Ceylon Artistes Council to unify and empower domestic artists. His visionary corporate framework has resulted in clean water delivery systems (Ceyko International), microfinance accessibility pipelines (Micro Credit), and extensive vocational degree programs introduced across Sri Lanka's leading state universities.
Delivered core courses and professional development seminars, formulating the pedagogical structures that would later enrich his bilateral university exchanges.
Embedded as a cultural and vocational advisor in South Korea's leading employment centers and the Korean Lanka Buddhist Culture Center, assisting thousands of workers and building high-level alliances.
Co-founded a family of sustainable development organizations in Sri Lanka and Korea including Ceyko International, Troja International, Hanguk Lanka, and Micro Credit to actively target clean water and financial exclusion.
Appointed to command critical governmental liaison programs, coordinating professional youth employment pipelines, legal advisory channels, and training programs alongside the Korean government.
Conferred the Royal Sustainability Award at the SUNFO 2025 Summit. Groundwork leading to the incorporation of the Ceylon Artistes Council to promote domestic film and cultural integrity.
A flagship joint venture between Sri Lankan engineers and South Korean water scientists. Incorporating Ceyko International Korea Co., Ltd. (incorporated in Korea) and Ceyko Int'l (Pvt) Ltd (incorporated in Sri Lanka), delivering world-class ultrafiltration water purification technology. Donates community filters to rural hospitals and schools in chronic kidney disease (CKDu) zones.
The premier management and consulting firm facilitating cross-border vocational training, professional employment pipelines, and official legal advisory resources. Operating closely with Korean municipal partners and legal experts to ensure fair labor practices and optimal knowledge translation for Sri Lankan youth.
Driving green manufacturing and structural capabilities in Sri Lanka by transferring state-of-the-art South Korean mechanical and industrial practices. The firm specializes in delivering localized clean infrastructure, marine and waste management systems, and specialized industrial manufacturing.
Providing dynamic, ethical micro-lending capabilities to small self-employed professionals and female-led cottage industries in remote provinces. Helps grassroots micro-entrepreneurs build scalable livelihoods, bridging the wealth gap and achieving financial inclusion.
Amazon Financial (Pvt) Ltd · Federation of Film Media Culture Entertainment (FFMCE) · Ceylon Artistes Council · Royal Way International Vocational Academy · Korean Lanka Restaurant
Administration & Marketing Management (2002 — 2005)
Core Textile Technology & Industrial Operations (2000 — 2002)
Korea Immigration & Integration Program Level 4 (2014 — 2015)
Work Study & Industrial Management Methods, Measurements & Projects
EPS Certifications: Computer Assembly & Software, Forklift Operations, Motor Mechanicals
Lecturer in STF Training Center Kaluthara (2014 — 2020)
The peak international development award, recognizing outstanding commitment to the 2030 Decade of Action and local water filtration systems.
Awarded June 11, 2024 for prominent support of industrial workforce welfare, financial inclusion, and integration programs.
Presented for pioneering community development systems, bilateral project facilitation, and training framework alignments.
Bestowed in 2024 alongside HWARANGMUYAE Garak Youth Association for facilitating cultural diplomacy and physical wellness models.
Whether you are a university academic lead, a Korean business partner, or a public sector authority, Ravindra welcomes all strategic, sustainable collaborations.
