Dr. Samantha Pathirathna is an award-winning entrepreneur and visionary leader in climate-smart agriculture, sustainable tourism, and regional development. Holding a Ph.D. in Economics, an MBA in Management of Technology, postgraduate studies in Economic Development and Corporate Finance, and a B.Sc. in Agriculture, he combines academic excellence with over 20 years of impact-driven experience. As Chairperson of PASS Asia Pvt Ltd and ECO Treats Tourism Pvt Ltd, he leads transformative initiatives across Asia.
A seasoned ADB consultant, tourism strategy advisor, certified evaluator, principal researcher and trainer, and master business coach, Dr. Pathirathna has collaborated with Integrated Risk Management Associates Inc., advancing climate-resilient development solutions through strategic foresight and evidence-based planning since 2012.
Fluent in English, Sinhala, and Tamil, he brings outstanding cross-cultural communication and global consulting experience to every engagement.
