The Graduate Entrepreneur Exhibition & Sale (GEES) 2024, organized for the second time by the Career Guidance Unit (CGU) and the Entrepreneurship Club of the University of Kelaniya was held on the 6th of October 2024, at the CGU premises.

The main aim of GEES 2024 was to provide a dynamic platform for student entrepreneurs and those involved in small businesses, by fostering a culture of entrepreneurship. The event inspired and motivated participants to transform their creative ideas and skills into sustainable businesses. Additionally, it offered emerging entrepreneurs an opportunity to showcase their innovations, connect with potential customers, and gain valuable marketplace exposure. The event featured 42 talented student entrepreneurs who proudly showcased their unique products.

The event was graced by the participation of Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, as the Chief Guest. 

Present at the occasion were Senior Professor Dilkushi Wettewe, Director of the Career Guidance Unit; Senior Professor S. R. D. Kalingamudali, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies; Prof. Bandara Wanninayake, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies; Senior Lecturer Dr. Sudath Senarath, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities; Ms. A. A. D. C. N. Amarasinghe, Divisional Secretary, Kelaniya; Ms.W. T.  R. Chandima, Chairman/Director General of the National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA); Mr. Dhanuka Liyanagamage, Director of NEDA; Ms. Bhagya Nakandala, Enterprise Promotion Officer of NEDA; Ms. W.A.D.S.P.Withanaarachchi, Enterprise Development Officer of the Divisional Secretariat, Kelaniya; Mr. K. A. M. Viraj Abeysinghe, Career Counsellor of the University of Kelaniya; Mrs. R. P. A. Minoon Perera, Career Counsellor of the University of Kelaniya; members of the organizing Committee of the Entrepreneurship Club; and academic and non-academic staff and students of the university.