BBDO Sri Lanka’s Wajinie Mahanama named among Campaign Asia-Pacific’s Women to Watch ‘26

26 Oct, 2026

BBDO Group Sri Lanka announced the recognition in a statement describing her work in client relationships, business development and leadership.

The agency identified her as its Associate Vice President and Client Servicing Director.

According to BBDO, Mahanama has worked in advertising for 15 years and has led client portfolios across several sectors.

The agency cited work connected with Eva sanitary napkins and the Atlas Sipsavi scholarship programme among her campaign experience.

BBDO Executive Chairman Thayalan Bartlett said her leadership combined commercial responsibilities with an understanding of clients and brands.

Mahanama said the recognition reflected a career shaped by learning, resilience and the people who had supported and challenged her.

She also identified mentoring colleagues and contributing to the industry as continuing priorities.

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