The Graduate Entrepreneur Exhibition & Sale (GEES) 2025, organized by the Career Guidance Unit (CGU) of the University of Kelaniya in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Club, was successfully held on the 26th of November 2025 at the CGU premises. Marking its third consecutive year, the exhibition has become a signature platform that supports and celebrates the entrepreneurial aspirations of undergraduates. It continues to encourage practical innovation, creativity, and market readiness among students.

This year’s exhibition featured 44 talented student entrepreneurs who presented a wide range of unique and innovative products. The participants represented several sectors, including sustainable crafts, food innovations, handmade lifestyle products, digital creations, wellness items, and eco-friendly solutions. Their stalls created an interactive and vibrant atmosphere, showcasing the enthusiasm and commitment of young entrepreneurs.   Adding further value to the event, a group of school students also joined GEES 2025 and presented their own creations to the university community, providing an encouraging platform for early entrepreneurial development.

GEES 2025 aimed to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the university. The event provided students with hands-on exposure to real business settings and allowed them to engage directly with customers. Participants received valuable market feedback, explored networking opportunities, and gained confidence in presenting their products. The exhibition also encouraged idea-sharing, peer learning, and practical discussions on business development. These experiences helped students refine their entrepreneurial skills and business strategies.

The event was graced by the presence of Senior Professor Nilanthi De Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, who attended as the chief guest. Also present were Senior Professor S. R. D. Kalingamudali, Dean of the Faculty of Science; Professor Bandara Wanninayake, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies; Dr. Sudath Senarath, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities; Senior Professor Dilkushi Senaratne, Director of the Career Guidance Unit; and Ms. J. A. D. G. S  Ranasinghe, Divisional Secretary of Kelaniya.

Representing the National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA) were Mr. Dhanuka Liyanagamage, Director of NEDA;  Dr. Saminda Ranathunga, Deputy Director, Industrial Development Board (IDB);  Ms. Pavithra Weerathunga, Industrial Development Board; and Ms. Oshani Bodhiwansa,  Assistant Director (IT)  NEDA. Also in attendance were Ms. W. A. D. S. P. Withanaarachchi, Enterprise Development Officer of the Divisional Secretariat, Kelaniya; Mr. K. A. M. Viraj Abeysinghe and Mrs. R. P. A. Minoon Perera, Career Counsellors of the University of Kelaniya; members of the Entrepreneurship Club Organizing Committee; and a large number of academic and non-academic staff and students.

GEES 2025 concluded as a successful initiative that showcased the creativity and innovation of undergraduate entrepreneurs. It also strengthened the university’s mission to promote entrepreneurship as a meaningful and achievable career path. The event reaffirmed the University of Kelaniya’s commitment to empowering students with the skills and opportunities needed for future business and leadership roles as entrepreneurs.