The Digital Marketers Association of Sri Lanka (DMASL) is set to organize the Digital Summit Asia | Sri Lanka 2026, sponsored by Visa, a prominent name in digital payments. The event is scheduled for October 1st and 2nd, 2026, at Water’s Edge in Colombo. This Summit aims to gather influential figures from various sectors, including digital, marketing, creative, technology, and business professionals across Asia.
This year marks a significant evolution for the Summit, broadening its scope beyond Sri Lanka to establish a regional platform for idea sharing, collaboration, and networking. It seeks to connect local experts with creators, innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from across the Asian continent.
The theme for the 2026 Summit is “The Epicentre,” which highlights how diverse ideas, perspectives, and opportunities emerge when various disciplines and minds converge.
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The heart of the Summit revolves around a new epicenter of creativity, technology, and intelligence, uniting individuals and communities that are instrumental in shaping future developments. The Digital Summit Asia aims to foster new discussions and connections, extending the impact of the event beyond its two-day duration.
This year’s lineup of international speakers includes a distinguished array of leaders from both regional and global spheres. Notable names include Dissara Udomdej (Ohm), CEO and Founder of Yell Worldwide; Naved Qureshi, Business Head for Southeast Asia at Voxxy Media; Aneek Ahmed, founder of The Outwit Company; and notable representatives from TikTok, Uber, and Publicis Groupe.
The agenda has been crafted to transcend traditional conference formats, featuring two days filled with keynotes, interactive sessions, workshops, breakout rooms, and panel discussions.
Topics during the Summit will address pressing issues in the digital and creative sectors, ranging from the influence of artificial intelligence and the creator economy to brand development, marketing effectiveness, storytelling, and the future of digital advertising.
The event will encompass a variety of perspectives across numerous sectors, including FinTech, MarTech, travel and tourism, retail, media, advertising, and e-commerce. This cross-sectoral approach allows professionals to investigate how digital transformation is reshaping their industries while also learning from innovations and ideas within the broader ecosystem.
Additionally, specialized sessions will focus on the convergence of digital technology with travel and tourism, providing opportunities for professionals in this sector to directly engage with the digital and creative communities that are redefining how destinations and hospitality brands connect with their audiences.
With Visa’s backing, this year’s Summit underscores the increasing significance of digital transformation across various industries and the necessity of uniting individuals, ideas, and technologies that will shape the future. Visa’s involvement enhances the Summit’s goal of linking Sri Lanka’s digital landscape with regional and global insights.
The event will also prioritize networking and community engagement beyond the main sessions. The Night Summit will include speed networking, talent showcases, gaming, and interactive experiences, culminating in the Summit Social event on the second evening.
Scheduled for October 1st and 2nd, 2026, at Water’s Edge, Colombo, tickets are currently available on the official Summit website. For further information, visitors can access the website.
With its diverse speaker lineup, multifaceted program, and commitment to uniting various aspects of the digital and creative ecosystem, Digital Summit Asia | Sri Lanka 2026 aims to establish a new convergence point for those influencing Asia’s digital landscape.
For tickets and additional details, please visit https://dmaslsummit.com/. To stay updated on the Summit, including speaker announcements and industry discussions, follow DMASL on social media platforms and engage with the broader community.
The leadership of the 2026 Summit is spearheaded by the DMASL executive team, which includes Arjun Jegar as President; Gayathri Seneviratne and Shalendra Mendis as Vice Presidents and Summit Co-Chairs; Udara Dharmasena as Secretary; and Muhammed Gazzaly as Treasurer.
The Digital Marketers Association of Sri Lanka (DMASL) serves as the representative organization for the digital marketing, marketing technology, and online media sectors in Sri Lanka. It unites professionals and organizations within the industry, facilitating knowledge exchange, professional growth, networking, and the continuous development of Sri Lanka’s digital ecosystem.
Image Caption: Left to Right – Vice Presidents and Co-Chairs of Digital Summit Asia 2026, Shalendra Mendis and Gayathri Seneviratne; Dheera Hettiarachchi, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau; Buddhika Hewawasam, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau; Arjun Jeger, President of DMASL; Nirojan Yogeswaran, Marketing Manager at The Lotus Tower Colombo; Muhammed Gazzaly, Treasurer of DMASL.
