Anuradha Herath Managing Director and the Pillar of Strength of Java Lounge

An optimistic and upbeat person, Anuradha maintains a healthy perspective on life and sees its complexities in a straightforward manner. She is a coffee enthusiast, and via Java Lounge, she is able to satisfy the coffee needs of all other coffee enthusiasts as well. Continue reading to find out more about Anuradha and hear about her life experience as she demonstrates to other entrepreneurs the importance of perseverance and following your ambitions in order to make them a reality.

Words : Sachini Perera
Photos : Jagath Dharmakeerthi
Hair & Makeup : Thushari De Silva

Could you give us an introduction of yourself?

I am the Managing Director and a dedicated professional who has been fortunate enough to play a significant role in the success of Java Lounge, Sri Lanka’s largest coffee house chain. With a strong educational background in commerce and management, including a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Bangalore and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Kentucky, I have honed my skills and expanded my horizons. My passion for business and dedication to excellence led me to establish Java Lounge in 2012, with a vision to create a world-class coffee house experience. Under my leadership as Managing Director, Java Lounge has grown exponentially, earning national and international recognition. Additionally, I serve as an Executive Director at Kapruka Holdings PLC, contributing to strategic planning and overall growth. My journey from building Java Lounge from scratch to becoming the top coffee house chain in Sri Lanka is an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide.

Could you tell us about your family?

My husband is Dulith Herath, a well-known serial entrepreneur in Sri Lanka. He is the Founder and Chairman of Kapruka Holdings PLC, and founder of many other companies such as Grasshoppers and Global shop. We have a son and a daughter who are both studying in Universities in the USA and we are empty nesters now.

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