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JXG's Wasanthi Stephen wins inaugural CIPM Lifetime Gold Award
Wasanthi Stephen, Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Janashakthi Group, has become the first woman to receive the prestigious CIPM-Baurs Lifetime Gold Award since its establishment. The recognition was presented at the opening ceremony of the National Human Resource Conference 2026 on 14 October.
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The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Sri Lanka honoured Stephen at the National Human Resource Conference 2026, marking a significant milestone in the award's history. The CIPM-Baurs Lifetime Gold Award recognises exceptional contributions to the human resources profession and the advancement of organisational excellence in Sri Lanka.
Stephen's appointment as Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Janashakthi Group reflects her prominence within the country's business and HR sectors. The award underscores the growing recognition of female leadership in professional management roles across Sri Lankan enterprises.
The National Human Resource Conference 2026, where the honour was presented, serves as a key forum for HR professionals and organisational leaders to discuss contemporary workplace challenges and best practices. The event brings together industry stakeholders to share insights on human resource management trends and strategic workforce development.
The recognition comes as Sri Lankan organisations increasingly prioritise human capital management and talent development strategies. Stephen's achievement reflects broader progress in elevating women's representation in senior HR and executive positions within the country's corporate landscape.