Nilmini Fernando International collaboration Q: As the President of the inaugural Executive Committee of CA Sri Lanka Canada Chapter (CASLCC), what is your role? And what does this milestone mean to you both personally and professionally? A: Being elected president and witnessing the inauguration of the chapter has filled me with pride. It signifies a remarkable milestone for the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) as the first chapter established in North America and the seventh overseas. It’s been a pleasure to work with the chapter’s Executive Committee and CA Sri Lanka’s Chapter Establishment and Engagement…
Author: LMD International
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