2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Inalie Perera

2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Available to hire

2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Language

English
Fluent
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent

Work Experience

B2B Sales Consultancy Specialist at KAPWA Consultancy Services - APAC Region
November 1, 2025 - Present
Providing B2B sales consultancy services across the APAC region while also managing web, social media, and graphics for the Media Ministry part of the SVDP Church.
Associate Consultant Marketing and Corporate Communications at Virtusa Corporation (NASDAQ)
October 31, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Spearheaded digital marketing campaigns that boosted engagement rates by 25% across platforms. Managed social media marketing, achieving 194% Instagram follower growth over 3.5 years. Led press and media coordination including leadership spotlight interviews and media coverage. Negotiated vendor payments and creative agency services with budget handling. Prepared quarterly marketing budgets and led messaging for smooth leadership transitions at C-suite and country head level for 3,500 employees.
Executive Marketing and Corporate Communications at Virtusa Corporation (NASDAQ)
December 31, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Enabled comprehensive communication campaigns leveraging strategic media relations with press coverage in 30+ publications annually. Developed and executed internal communication strategies and channels and assisted in managing corporate social media presence with a cumulative reach of 35,000.
Intern Marketing and Corporate Communications at Virtusa Corporation (NASDAQ)
December 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Led coordination for business implementations of marketing and corporate communications initiatives contributing to a 15% improvement in engagement metrics. Managed archives of videos, photographs, and branding deliverables. Assisted with quarterly PowerPoint presentations for the fiscal year.
Freelance Copywriter at Hayleys' Advantis 3PL Plus | Tektuity & Truelancer Clientele
May 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Created posts, website interphase, and corporate newsletters.
Senior Functional Head - Marketing & Corporate Communications (Sri Lanka & APAC) at Confidential Organization (APAC region)
November 1, 2024 - Present
Led Sri Lankan and APAC functional head of marketing and corporate communications initiatives, attributing to a 15% improvement in engagement metrics across the region.
APAC Region Sales Consultant - MAS Legato - Digital Transformations at KAPWA Consultancy Services
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
B2B sales consultancy for MAS Legato and digital transformation services in APAC; led cross-functional marketing and communications enabling brand visibility and engagement for SMBs numbering ~3,500 staff.
B2B Sales Consultant Specialist at KAPWA Consultancy Services
February 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
APAC region sales consultant for MAS Legato - Digital Transformations.
Marketing & Corporate Communications Intern at Self-employed / Freelance
December 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021
Supported internal and external communication campaigns; created content, managed social media presence for clients.
Associate Consultant, Marketing & Corporate Communications at Freelance / Private Clients
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Assisted in marketing and corporate communications strategy development for multiple clients; contributed to press releases, branding initiatives and digital campaigns.
B2B Sales Consultancy Specialist at KAPWA Consultancy Services - APAC region
February 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Led B2B digital transformation engagements and marketing initiatives across APAC; developed demand generation programs; implemented data-driven campaigns using analytics tools; managed vendor relationships and creative agencies; delivered quarterly presentations to stakeholders.
Executive Marketing and Corporate Communications at Virtusa Corporation (NASDAQ)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Led executive marketing and corporate communications for MASL and digital transformation services; managed media relations; created content for web, press and social channels; aligned messaging with corporate strategy across geographies.
Marketing & Communications (Volunteer / Ministry) at SNG Media Ministry, part of the SVDP Church
November 1, 2024 - Present
Web, social media & graphics for church initiatives; built and maintained digital presence to boost engagement.

Education

Master of Business Administration at University of West England
September 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
BSc. (Hons) International Business Management at Staffordshire University - United Kingdom
February 1, 2019 - February 28, 2022
Master of Business Administration at Staffordshire University, United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Business Management at Staffordshire University, United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Master of Business Administration at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
BSc (Hons) International Business Management at Staffordshire University
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Qualifications

Essential SQL: Get Started Learning SQL
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Introduction to ESG: Environmental, Social and Governance
February 1, 2025 - February 28, 2025
Google Ads Essential Training | LinkedIn - Self-paced
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
AI Brands and Creativity | Miami Ad School Sri Lanka - 8-week program
December 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Master of Business Administration
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
BSc (Hons) International Business Management
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
SQL Essentials Training
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education