Madhuka worked with me at AP Møller Maersk group. She is very unique in her approach which includes out of the box thinking, clarity and precision. Her very professional nature blended with her approach and friendliness really assisted to really uplift the finance and other businesses in the organization during her stay with finance.
Her great value system and professionalism, honesty made her a valued member within the Maersk Lanka group.
Let me take this opportunity to wish her good luck and all the very best in her all future endeavors and she will be a valued member to any company that hires her to be part of the team.
Director at Hayleys
As Country Finance Manager for Maersk Sri Lanka I had the pleasure of working closely together with Madhuka Jayasekera for 2 very eventful and challenging years. Merging and leading Maersk and P&O Nedlloyd accounting teams, taking responsibility for the very complex logistics business accounting, and driving a continuous improvement of the accounting processes, Madhuka consistently delivered second to none performance and was an ever loyal colleague and a strong people leader.
I can only give Madhuka my strongest recommendations and “good for you!” to anyone fortunate enough to have her in their team.
Management Accounting and Internal Control [Region Zealand, Denmark]
I was privileged to worked under Madhuka’s guidance and leadership in my career at McLarens/GAC and the learning and grooming I got from her is remarkable. I always had the trust on her as my superior and was able to discussed anything with her anytime which I think is a luxury that any subordinate could have. Apart from that she is still my mentor whom I can rely on getting guidance any matter I have in my life.
She is very straightforward woman with lot of empathy towards her team and she will back you up whenever the situation arise. It’s absolutely honor to be part of her team
Cluster Head Of Finance at GAC Group
Madhuka was an excellent leader. She motivated and managed her team well through a major transformation phase. She so easily balanced different stakeholder views and ensured that all worked to meeting the goal. It was a real pleasure working with her.
★ Partner, Deloitte ★ Customer Strategy & Design
Madhuka has a constructive and proactive approach when it comes to unstructured initiatives to be proved and implemented. Had it not been her, I am sure our objective to land a vision for our client would have become difficult.
I truly appreciate her professionalism, ability to articulate and lay down paths collaboratively and leading a cross functional and diverse team with versatility. Throughout my time with her I have gained various perspectives to manage team, overcome challenges and deliver projects successfully.
I look up to her and always find something to learn.
She is an asset for any organisation and one of the best persons to be in your team.
Senior Manager at EY
I strongly recommend Madhuka as a motivational and leadership trainer. She has exceptional communication skills and a natural ability to connect with any audience.
Her leadership qualities are evident in the way she inspires and drives teams to achieve set targets.
She is highly motivated, hardworking and demonstrates strong integrity in everything she does. with her confidence, clarity and all round capabilities, she carries herself with a true CEO mindset and can add significant value to any organization or programme
Assistant General Manager -Branch Network at People’s Leasing
Madhuka is a consumate professional with skills and personality forged in world class companies including Unilever and John keells. Unfailingly positive, and pleasant she is a pleasure to work with. Very strong background in finance, strategy and transformation its a good idea to have a chat with her.
Ceo infomate pvt limited.
Madhuka is a skilled finance professional with excellent people, managerial and organizational skills. We worked together for over 5 years in GAC Shipping, GAC Marine and McLarens Shipping where she led the finance teams in an exemplary fashion whilst functionally reporting to me where I worked as Group Finance Director. Subsequently she held senior roles in JKH and Unilever with great reviews from people she worked with. I have no hesitation in recommending her as an inspirational professional who is able to add value to any organization with her ability and skills.
Managing Director / CEO
David Pieris Logistics Pvt Limited
Chairman
Pulsar Shipping Agencies Pvt Limited
Director
David Pieris Holdings Pvt. Limited
I had the privilege of working closely with Madhuka during my time in Sri Lanka, where she partnered closely with us in the Finance function during a period of major organisational transformation in 2019.
At the time, I got to know Madhuka not only as a strong strategic partner, but also as someone with a rare ability to understand people deeply and their strengths, their challenges, their motivations, and their untapped potential. We worked together across engagement, transformation, and people initiatives, partnering with HR and leadership teams to help employees navigate change with care, empathy, and clarity.
What stood out to me most was Madhuka’s natural strength in creating safe, thoughtful, and non judgmental spaces for people. She is an exceptional listener, and she has the ability to help individuals reflect, reconnect with their purpose, understand their capabilities, and move forward with confidence. In many moments, I found myself thinking that her ability to grow people, unlock potential, and help others become the best version of themselves was truly exceptional.
During a time of change, Madhuka brought compassion and steadiness. She helped people feel heard, supported, and empowered, while also enabling meaningful outcomes for the business. That balance between human understanding and business impact is one of her strongest qualities.
I have also seen Madhuka’s passion for women’s leadership and development come through strongly in her journey. She brings a genuine commitment to helping women recognise their own strengths, step into their confidence, and grow as leaders. For anyone looking for support in leadership development, finding purpose, unlocking potential, or creating psychologically safe spaces for growth, I would strongly recommend Madhuka. She brings empathy, depth, wisdom, and a true belief in people’s ability to grow.
HR & Employer Branding Leader at Unilever