Rakhil Fernando

Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Daraz Group (Alibaba Group) and Founder Koko, Consumer Finance, South Asia. Views are my own. Retweets are not endorsements.

[Echelon @EchelonMag]

@rakhilfernando is leading UAE-based @yabimoney's global expansion with an AI-first approach to financial literacy.

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[UNDP in Sri Lanka @UNDPSriLanka]

@JapanGov @JapanEmb_SL @jica_direct_en @MFAThai @Citi @Dilmah @BrandixLanka @Kasturi_CW @daraz_lk @Fond_Michelin @AmanaBankLK @dialoglk @UNGCNSL, Thank you for believing in us! Your generous contributions have touched the lives of millions across the island in these trying times.

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Launched a 24/7 live chat feature on #DarazSriLanka! In today’s fast-paced #digitaleconomy, round-the-clock #customersupport is essential for online marketplaces! It provides instant assistance, fosters trust & guarantees seamless issue resolution. Great work by the Daraz team!

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

3/3 in driving this growth creating new jobs, & boosting incomes. As a key player in the sector, Daraz is excited to be at the forefront of this digital revolution & is committed to supporting SL's digital commerce journey. #DarazSriLanka #digitaleconomy #inclusivegrowth

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

1/3 The Daraz-SLASSCOM E-commerce Report 2023 is a game-changer for Sri Lanka's digital commerce ecosystem. With over 50% of respondents across all provinces already using e-commerce, the potential for growth is enormous. https://t.co/dJq7IYF8qB

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

2/3 The report's recommendations, presented to H.E. Ranil Wickremesinghe, President of Sri Lanka, offer a clear roadmap to creating a vibrant & inclusive e-commerce landscape. The report highlights the role that young entrepreneurs & start-up businesses will play

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

3/3 The 4r bg takeaways are:
Stretch the types of scenarios under consideration;
Use vulnerabilities as a prism;
Build strong action guidelines & internal communication; &
Build crisis management into the org structure. #ScenarioPlanning #BusinessStrategy #FutureProofing

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

1/3 Lots of conversations happening around the idea of scenario planning. It is an exciting opportunity to explore alternative futures and proactively prepare for potential challenges and opportunities, but a more comprehensive approach is needed.
https://t.co/BT7cJSbsQV

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

2/3 Smart organisations will improve their internal communication and structures to handle any outcome. Rather than trying to predict the unpredictable future, it is to be better equipped to respond to shocks without relying on a permanent Plan B.

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

We are proud to be part of the positive change technology is bringing to those who need it the most in #SouthAsia! Our #DarazDonates platform helps non-profits gain the funding they need by simplifying the donation process. Learn more and #donate via https://t.co/HUYLeQ2ioX

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

New year, new beginnings for #DarazSriLanka! Our team is back after celebrating the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Excited to make new memories and achieve incredible milestones together this year! 💪 #PositiveVibes #NewYearNewGoals #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Happy Sinhala & Tamil #NewYear! This year let's maintain a mindset of continuous learning & improvement, recognising that innovation is a result of experimentation & feedback. Let's think differently & work towards a New Year of limitless possibilities in Sri Lanka! #DarazLK

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Our first town hall for #FY24 was truly fantastic and reinforced our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service to our sellers and buyers in Sri Lanka! #BuyEverythingOnDaraz #Ecommerce #SouthAsia

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Superb energy in @daraz_lk teams at this year’s strategy meeting! Can't wait to roll out exciting new initiatives in #FY24! Our focus will be on ensuring seamless UX & growing Daraz into a shopping destination for all your daily needs! #DarazGroup #SouthAsia #BuyEverythingOnDaraz

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Such an amazing start to #FY24! We won 'Service Brand of the Year' & 'Youth Choice Service Brand of the Year' at SLIM People's Awards! #Shopping with #Daraz will only get better & we can't wait to show you what we have in store! Watch out for incredible #experiences this year!

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Catch the magic! @colombofw 2023 opens with show-stopping designs by @abrahamthakore (India) & Dimuthu Sahabandu (SL)! As the official online retail partner, @DarazGroup is proud to support the South Asian fashion industry! #darazsrilanka #fashionrevolution

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Small #initiatives can lead to big #outcomes & that's exactly what we see at @DarazGroup with our recent #speechcraftprogram in #SriLanka. It's inspiring to see employees take action toward professional #development & we're committed to supporting them every step of the way!

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Grateful for the opportunity to speak at the Women in Tech 2023 conference in Sri Lanka hosted by @SLASSCOM. Had an inspiring time sharing my experiences & insights on empowering #womenintech. Let's work together towards a more #inclusive & #diverse industry! #DarazSouthAsia

[Rakhil Fernando @rakhilfernando]

Excited to partner with @DialogFinan to #empower #SMEs! #DarazDialogPartnership provides SMEs with affordable credit & marks an important milestone for digital finance & e-commerce sectors in Sri Lanka. A testament to the power of collaboration & promoting economic development!