ELEVARE – Inaugural issue

July 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM

Derived from the Latin word “Elevare” – meaning “to elevate” –the name itself reflects our mission: To create a platform that celebrates the hero within every journey.

Elevare is a quarterly luxury business and lifestyle magazine, uniquely positioned to connect Sri Lanka’s leading entrepreneurs, both at home and abroad, with emerging ventures and creative voices. It delves into the rich intersections of Enterprise & human experience, diplomacy & culture, Craft & commerce, Innovation & identity. The magazine seeks to elevate stories that matter; stories of resilience, courage, and power.

 

Left to Right Director Mr. Akash Karunarathne, Group Chairman Mr. Nilanga Karunarathne, BMI Chairperson Mrs. Manori Hettiarachchi, Mr. Danidu Karunarathne
Left to Right Director Mr. Akash Karunarathne, Group Chairman Mr. Nilanga Karunarathne, BMI Chairperson Mrs. Manori Hettiarachchi, Mr. Danidu Karunarathne

Elevareis a publication of Business Media International chaired by Mrs. Manori Hettiarachchi and director Mr. Akash Karunathilake.

Lead by Editor-in-chief Nayomi Apsara, at Elevare,“we believe that business transcends numbers; it’s a living expression of people, stories, memory, and meaning. Entrepreneurship, to us, is deeply personal and profoundly transformative. That’s why our pages carve out space for art, heritage, and cultural exchange alongside business features and inspiring profiles”.

“Our readership is comprised of Business leaders, entrepreneurs, diplomats, cultural figures, investors, venture capitalists, luxury lifestyle consumers, artists, designers & innovators; individuals whose influence shapes industries and drives meaningful change within society”.

“Our debut issue brings our ethos to life, featuring powerful stories from the intersection of leadership, culture, entrepreneurship, and art”.

 

Director Mr. Akash Karunarathne
Director Mr. Akash Karunarathne

It invites readers into powerful conversations with visionary diplomats, including H.E. Miyon Lee, the Korean Ambassador, who offers insight into cross-border collaboration, and H.E. Remi Lambert, the French Ambassador, who engages culturally in ways that highlight the potential of subtle power and global narratives.

We meet Suresh Dominic, a custodian of Sri Lankan art, and revisit Gehenu Lamai at the Cannes Film Festival 2025. Throughout these pages, you’ll discover emerging businesses with significant potential, from the refined branding of Pochchi Pottery to Lasangi Wimalaratne’s Tikiri Manike. Our feature on pet care amidst Sri Lanka’s changing climate highlights the need for wellbeing to evolve alongside growing awareness.

Elevare will be available in luxury and influential venues across Sri Lanka, including:

  • Luxury hotels and resorts
  • Embassies and diplomatic lounges
  • Airport business lobbies and VIP lounges
  • Banks and financial institutions
  • Upscale salons, restaurants, and supermarkets
  • Private hospitals and wellness clinics

Upcoming issues of the magazine will feature premium content on:

  • High-end travel destinations
  • Innovative startups
  • Exclusive events and diplomatic functions
  • Sports

We offer premium opportunities for:

  • Brand features and advertorials
  • Sponsored content and interviews
  • Event and product collaborations
  • Print advertising

Contact Information

Email:info@elevare.lk
Instagram:@elevaremagazine
Phone:+94112201220
Office: 48 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha, Colombo 07
Website:www.elevaremagazine.com