Meet Our Directors

Mr. Bradley Emerson is a distinguished professional with over four decades of experience spanning banking, education, and strategic leadership. He currently serves in both state and private sector boards as non/Independent Non-Executive Director. He holds an MBA from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and an Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK). He is also a Fellow of the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka and is presently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA). Mr. Emerson’s illustrious career includes Chairman of People’s Insurance PLC, Head of Public Private Partnership - Ministry of Finanace, and Regional Director for CIMA (UK), Dy CEO of Pan Asia Bank. Renowned for his strategic acumen and visionary leadership, he continues to play a pivotal role in driving organizational growth and transformation.

Our Founder and Managing Director, Kanakasingam Suganthon, is the visionary leader who has been the driving force behind the success of Venkadeshwara Agro Industry Ltd. His remarkable journey began in 2002 at the age of 22, starting from working in an oil shop, to renting a space, and ultimately building an empire of Premium Cooking Edible oil & now expanded into bakery ingredients. He has since grown our business into a thriving enterprise with 100 dedicated employees. Mr. Suganthon's deep connection to Jaffna, Sri Lanka, and his astute business acumen have been instrumental in establishing Venkadeshwara Agro Industry as a leading provider of high-quality edible oils. He is committed to upholding the highest standards of quality, embracing sustainable practices, and prioritizing the use of local resources in our operations. His visionary approach includes transforming our production process by integrating green energy solutions, which will drive an eco-friendly and sustainable evolution within our industry. In recognition of his incredible talent and contributions to the industry, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the UK Digital University. Mr. Suganthon's entrepreneurial spirit has been celebrated with multiple awards, including Best Leader in Edible Oil Production 2025 and Best Manufacturing Company of the Year 2025 from the Sri Lanka Canada Business Council.

Mr. Rizvi Mowlana is a highly accomplished professional with over four decades of experience in sales, marketing, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and food packaging. He joined Venkadeshwara Agro Industry Ltd in 2025 and currently serves as the company’s Marketing Director, bringing a wealth of industry expertise and strategic insight to the leadership team. Throughout his distinguished career, Mr. Mowlana has held several key leadership positions, including National Sales Manager at Lee Hedges PLC and Chief Operating Officer at Diamond Best Foods. He also serves as Director of Maharaja Foods PLC. Renowned for his strong leadership and results-driven approach, he has successfully spearheaded impactful marketing strategies, enhanced brand growth, and optimized operational processes to improve business efficiency and overall performance.

Mr. R. Suresh is a highly accomplished tax professional and Principal at Gajma & Co., Chartered Accountants, bringing over 18 years of extensive experience in the field of Taxation, including more than 12 years of post-qualification expertise. As a Principal, he plays a key role in overseeing tax implementation and dispute resolution matters with the Department of Inland Revenue, utilizing his strong expertise to resolve complex tax issues through settlements and appeal procedures. His foundational credentials include being an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA–UK), as well as a Member of the Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMA). He actively contributes to the professional community as a member of the CA Tax-Technical Forum (CATTF) of CA Sri Lanka. Furthermore, he is dedicated to knowledge sharing, having lectured for CIMA, CA Sri Lanka, and AAT, and has delivered numerous presentations to business owners on budget proposals and tax reforms. Beyond his professional achievements, Mr. Suresh demonstrates his dedication and drive as a professional badminton player, having played in national ranking tournaments and achieving the distinction of being a four time champion in the BNI Sri Lanka badminton tournament. He is also a founder member and former Secretary-Treasurer of the Benchmark Chapter of BNI Sri Lanka since 2018.

Manjula Priyadarshana is a strategic and results-driven CEO with 22 years of leadership experience across the FMCG, renewable energy, and export business development sectors. He is recognized for his ability to achieve business growth, with a proven record of delivering 3x business growth and leading companies to market leadership. Mr. Priyadarshana combines deep financial expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset to drive innovation, operational excellence, and global expansion. He is skilled at building agile teams, unlocking new revenue streams, and leading transformations that deliver sustainable growth, a foundation built upon his status as an Associate Chartered Member of CIMA and his Master of Business Administration (MBA). His technical proficiency is further demonstrated by his Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification and a prize-winner achievement in CIMA's Business Strategy subject. He has also held key positions such as Country Head / Executive Director at Nature's Wellness, a foreign-owned food export company, where he managed local operations amidst economic challenges. Additionally, he was the Group Chief Executive Officer at NMK Holdings