It is always an honour for us to welcome aspiring chefs from our Empower Culinary School for a Tea Appreciation. Empower was established as a part of our pledge to…
Dilhan
Dilhan
Dilhan C. Fernando is CEO and Chairman of Dilmah Ceylon Tea Company PLC. He also serves as the Chairman of Dilmah Ceylon Cinnamon Company and Kahawatte Plantations PLC. The younger son of Dilmah Founder Merrill J. Fernando, Dilhan has a deep dedication to his father's philosophy of "Business as a Matter of Human Service." He spearheads the company's global marketing and sustainability initiatives, championing the unique taste of Ceylon tea and ensuring that Dilmah's success genuinely benefits people and nature. His roles as Managing Trustee of the MJF Charitable Foundation and Director of Dilmah Conservation underscore his belief in making a tangible difference in the world. Dilhan is an Adjunct Professor of Practice n Sustainability at Edith Cowan University’s School of Business and Law, Australia, and Chairman of Biodiversity Sri Lanka and Global Compact Network Sri Lanka.
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Ceylon Cinnamon
The majestic fragrance of the ‘Spice of Kings’ deliciously fusing with the aroma of fine Ceylon Tea at Dilmah
by Dilhanby DilhanThere’s always a lingering fragrance around the Dilmah complex in Colombo. It is generally woody, sometimes tinged with citrus, occasionally fruity, and always pleasant. That’s the aroma of tea, varying…
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Business as a Matter of Human ServiceBusinessworthyOther
Compass for more human business
by Dilhanby DilhanTogether with the Board and Team at Global Compact Network Sri Lanka it was an honour to present plans for more sustainable business at Network Sri Lanka’s ‘Compass 2024’ last…
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Business as a Matter of Human ServiceBusinessworthyMerrill J. Fernando Charitable FoundationOther
Charity, dignity and why the two must always meet
by Dilhanby DilhanThe Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation was formed – like so many others of a similar nature – to help less fortunate people. That was the wish of its Settlor,…
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Business as a Matter of Human ServiceBusinessworthyDilmahEnvironmentMerrill J. FernandoNature and the EnvironmentSustainability
Compromise on anything but your values
by Dilhanby DilhanA Tea Grower’s view of discount culture, ethical consumerism and the role of Ceylon Tea in a sustainable future Writing in The Australian last week, Damon Kitney headlined coverage of…
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Business as a Matter of Human ServiceBusinessworthyDilmah Conservation
Sri Lanka’s Future – Strategies & Actions for a transition to a Green Growth Pathway
by Dilhanby DilhanEarlier this month, Sri Lanka’s Environment Ministry and the Global Green Growth Institute invited stakeholder to consider Strategies and Actions to Accelerate Sri Lanka’s Transition to a Green Growth Pathway.…
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All About TeaTea InspiredUnbelievable Tea Experiences
The Moment of Peace in a Crafted, Superlative Single Estate Pekoe
by Dilhanby DilhanIn the last days of July 2022, a superlative fine Ceylon pekoe tea was crafted in very limited quantity of less than 1 kg., on Craighead Estate. It was intended…