Shamith Wijethilake
About Shamith Wijethilake
Shamith Wijethilake serves as the Manager for Sri Lanka at airasia, a position he has held since 2019. He has a diverse background in the airline industry and holds a Master of Science degree from London Metropolitan University.
Work at AirAsia
Shamith Wijethilake has been serving as the Manager for Sri Lanka at AirAsia since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and strategic initiatives within the region. His tenure at AirAsia has lasted for five years, during which he has contributed to the airline's growth and presence in the Sri Lankan market.
Professional Background
Shamith Wijethilake has an extensive professional background in the airline and telecommunications industries. Before joining AirAsia, he worked at Gulf Air as the Sales Manager for Sri Lanka from 2016 to 2019. He also held the position of Assistant Manager for Pricing and Distribution at Mihin Lanka from 2014 to 2016. His career began at Dialog Axiata PLC, where he worked as an Officer in Credit Management from 2007 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Shamith Wijethilake holds a Master of Science degree from London Metropolitan University, which he completed in 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, graduating in 2012. His foundational education includes eight years at St. Joseph's College, Colombo, where he studied from 1997 to 2005. Additionally, he attended the International Airline Ticketing Academy in Sri Lanka in 2005.
Career Progression
Shamith Wijethilake's career in the airline industry began at Air Arabia as a Reservation Agent for Holidays and Packages from 2005 to 2007. He then transitioned to Emirates, where he served as a Sales Executive from 2009 to 2014. His diverse roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of sales, pricing, and distribution within the aviation sector.