We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the first phase of the D3.3 Global Agro-Industry Forum (GAIF) under the FOUNTAIN Project! The Workshop on Agro-Tourism for Sustainability was collaboratively organized by the FOUNTAIN Team, University of Peradeniya, and gapHQ, Colombo 07, bringing together experts, professionals, and students to explore the potential of agro-tourism for sustainable development.

A huge THANK YOU to our valued partners Bank of Ceylon and Thema Collection for your incredible support and collaboration. Your commitment and contributions created a truly enriching experience for all participants. The session was insightful, interactive, and engaging, with an enthusiastic audience actively contributing to the discussions.

Special thanks to our esteemed resource persons:

✅ Prof. Rangana Shalika – Professor in Tourism Management, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
✅ Dr. Pradeep Gajanayake – Senior Lecturer, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
✅ Mr. Ashan Karunananda – General Manager, Sustainability, Thema Collection
✅ Keynote Speaker: Mr. Maxime Wickramasinghe – Director, Marketing & Business Development, Thema Collection

Our heartfelt gratitude to our valued advisors:

💡 Prof. Ranjith Dissanayake – Emeritus Professor, University of Peradeniya, Professor, Curtin University, Colombo, and Founder of gapHQ
💡 Dr. Pradeep Gajanayake – Senior Lecturer, University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a success!