MillenniumIT ESP, a leading technology solutions provider in Sri Lanka and a member of the Ambeon Group, announced today that it is a key supporting partner of the inaugural Global CIO Circle Innovation Summit & Retreat 2025, taking place from 2–4 September 2025 in Colombo.
The summit is set to make history as Sri Lanka welcomes some of the world’s foremost technology leaders for the first time. The three-day event will bring together more than 75 global CIOs, CxOs, CISOs, and CTOs, along with 25 high-growth startup founders, venture capitalists, enterprise executives, and senior policymakers. Many of the participating startup founders are from elite institutions such as IITs, Harvard and Stanford, highlighting the global calibre of talent set to converge in Colombo.
Designed by current and former CIOs and CISOs as a unique retreat, the event will provide a platform where enterprise leaders and startup founders unite to share challenges, explore opportunities, and develop actionable strategies that will shape the next era of enterprise technology. Unlike traditional conferences, the event combines immersive workshops, high level thought-leadership, fireside chats and intimate networking opportunities to foster genuine dialogue, knowledge exchange, strategic partnerships, and cross-border collaboration. Key areas of focus will include artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, monetisation, build-versus-buy strategies for enterprise technology adoption, leveraging CxO advisors for transformation, and the development of robust enterprise–startup partnerships.
Commenting on the partnership of this historical event, Mr. Shevan Goonetilleke, Director/CEO of MillenniumIT ESP stated, “We are proud to support the Global CIO Circle Innovation Summit & Retreat in Colombo, which brings together some of the world’s most visionary leaders to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and build partnerships that will shape the future of enterprise technology. MillenniumIT ESP is deeply committed to enabling innovation, driving digital transformation, and strengthening Sri Lanka’s position on the global technology map. This initiative not only fosters global collaboration but also reflects Sri Lanka’s growing role as a hub for innovation, while affirming our mission to shape a smarter, more connected, and resilient future through technology”.
The summit will officially open on 2nd of September with a prestigious Gala Reception Dinner, setting the stage for three days of dialogue, inspiration, and collaboration. The evening will feature fireside chats, keynote addresses, and high-level panel discussions, including a special segment on “Mission Impossible Achievements”, celebrating leaders who have overcome extraordinary challenges to drive innovation and transformation. Among the eminent speakers are H.E. Santosh Jha, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka; Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya, Chief Advisor to the President of Sri Lanka (Digital Economy); Aravinda De Silva, Hall of Fame cricketer, former Sri Lankan Captain and corporate leader; Krishan Balendra, Chairperson of John Keells Holdings; J. A. Chowdary, Architect, India’s Technology Industry & Chairman International Startup Foundation (ISF); K. V. Rao, Chairman, Tata International and Sr. Advisor at BCG; Gary Seaton, Founder Oceanic Group and G&G Group; and Penne Jayewardene, respected humanitarian and philanthropist.
The summit will also recognise leadership excellence through Lifetime Achievement Awards and the induction of four distinguished CIOs into the Global CIO Circle Hall of Fame, alongside the recognition of three senior leaders for championing innovation and enterprise–startup collaboration.
Over the following two days, participants will engage in an intensive programme of thought-leadership sessions, collaborative workshops, and strategic discussions. In partnership and representation from some of the world’s most respected organisations, including AWS, Zuora, Atomicwork, Alteryx, Trupeer, Philips, Xerox-Lexmark, General Motors, MAS Holdings, and John Keells Holdings, alongside international startups and investors, the summit promises to be a transformative forum for cross-border collaboration and global best-practice exchange.
“I am delighted to partner with MillenniumIT ESP to bring the Global Innovation Summit to Sri Lanka”, stated Mr. Lenin Gali, Founder and CEO of Global CIO Circle. “The choice of Sri Lanka as the host nation highlights the country’s growing reputation as an emerging hub for technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. With its strategic location, highly skilled talent base, and reputation for world-class hospitality, Sri Lanka is increasingly positioned as a destination where global leaders can meet to inspire and collaborate. The summit will also showcase the island’s rich cultural heritage and renowned culinary traditions, providing delegates with an immersive experience that goes beyond the conference hall,” Mr. Gali concluded.
By uniting global CIOs, CxOs, enterprise executives, startup founders, investors, and policymakers under one roof, the Global CIO Circle Innovation Summit & Retreat 2025 is set to be a landmark gathering and serve as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships that will drive sustainable growth and digital transformation in the years to come.
MillenniumIT ESP, a subsidiary of Ambeon Group, is a leading technology solutions provider in Sri Lanka, specialising in digital transformation, enterprise IT solutions, and managed services for clients across diverse industries. Known for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, MillenniumIT ESP has played a pivotal role in enabling organisations to embrace advanced technologies, drive operational efficiency, and achieve sustainable growth. As a proud supporter of the Global CIO Circle Innovation Summit & Retreat 2025, the company continues to champion enterprise–startup collaboration, thought leadership, and global innovation.
