The three pillars of purposefulness
What We Do
We're on the purposeful journey to greatness: self, teams and organizations
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Purposeful leadership is a leadership development catalyst that helps clients understand the business health, leadership qualities, team dynamics and individual mindset. We then design solutions to help achieve transformational aspirations based on the diagnosis, using a mix of sciences and methods.
Dr. Ranjan De Silva
Managing Director/ Chief Catalyst
Dr Ranjan De Silva, Managing Director and Chief Catalyst of Purposeful Leadership (Pvt) Ltd., is an experienced Organizational and Leadership Development Catalyst and Success Coach, helping CEOs and Senior Leaders create more purposeful, aligned, passionate and emotionally engaged teams to deliver spectacular results. He has an ideal mix of practical and theoretical grounding.
Prarthana Liyanage
Director/ Senior Catalyst
Prarthana Liyanage is a Director and Senior Catalyst of Purposeful Leadership Limited. She is a qualified Psychologist, Counsellor, Coach and Trainer. She has guided and inspired team members from Aitken Spence, Axiata Digital, Benji, Brandix, Dialog, Hirdaramani, HSBC, IFS, Jetwing Hotels, John Keells Holdings, Litro, MAS Intimates, Millennium IT, Pan Asia Bank, Pearsons, Sponge, Unilever, and Wiley Global Technologies to bring essential change to their lives.
Dr. Natasha Palansuriya
Director/ Senior Catalyst
Dr. Natasha Palansuriya serves as the Director/Catalyst at Purposeful Leadership,
dedicated to fostering teams through strategic initiatives and evidence-based expert guidance. With expertise in conflict prevention, non-violent communication, and
gender equality and women empowerment, Natasha contributes to pioneering
sustainable and inclusive leadership, which are important facets of purposeful
leadership.
Rohan Dias
Senior Catalyst
Rohan Dias is one of those rare catalysts—a corporate trainer, executive coach, and leadership development expert whose mission isn’t just to teach but to awaken potential in individuals and organizations.
The Journey of Transformation
Rohan’s path wasn’t handed to him. Like all great leaders, he crafted his own success—sharpening his skills, embracing challenges, and mastering the art of human transformation.
Our Team
Dr Subo Nadarajah
Senior Catalyst
Dr Subo Nadarajah is a Senior Catalyst at Purposeful Leadership, providing consulting, coaching, counselling and training to enhance Purposeful Self-Leadership.
Subo is a Counselling Psychologist. She earned her Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from Teesside University, with her thesis focusing on "The Lived Experience of Sri Lankan Male Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse (CSA)." She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Existential Psychotherapy from The New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling, a Diploma in Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapy from The UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy, a Master's in Applied Psychology from Middlesex University, and an Honors Bachelor's degree in Psychology with Counselling Skills from Middlesex University. Her professional training includes certification in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and as a Practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
Julian Roy
Senior Catalyst
Julian Roy, Senior Catalyst of Purposeful Leadership is an accomplished Sales Trainer, Coach, and Mentor with over 30 years of experience in the sales profession. Beginning his career as a salesperson, Julian steadily progressed through management and leadership roles before dedicating the last decade exclusively to empowering sales teams. His focus is on maximising individual and team earning potential while helping organisations gain a critical competitive edge and drive substantial return on investment. Julian’s deep-rooted expertise spans multiple industries including finance, IT, recruitment, fintech, and SaaS, making him an invaluable partner for businesses seeking to elevate their sales performance in highly competitive markets.
Farzana Siddique AliKhan
Senior Catalyst
Farzana Siddique AliKhan is a Senior Catalyst at Purposeful Leadership, renowned for her extensive experience in consulting and coaching. With a career spanning over two decades, she has specialized in customer care, organizational culture development, and personality development. Farzana's journey in the consulting world began with her collaboration with Consultants of Sensei Lanka from 2006 to 2016. During this period, she delivered coaching, and training, assisted consultants, providing cutting-edge training and educational facilities for companies worldwide.
Mirani De Silva
Senior Catalyst
Mirani de Silva, a Senior Catalyst at Purposeful Leadership (Pvt) Ltd. is a seasoned finance, accounting and administrative consultant with a robust track record spanning over two decades across diverse sectors. She brings a unique blend of financial acumen, operational insight, and leadership support to her role. Her career reflects a consistent commitment to excellence, integrity, and adaptability, making her a trusted contributor in both entrepreneurial and corporate environments.