The annual orientation seminar for the newly enrolled and upgraded members of AAT in the year 2024 was held on the 07th December 2024 at the Auditorium of the Metropolitan University KDU. An enthusiastic participation from over 400 members joining from all the corners of the island was witnessed at the seminar.

Mr. Wasantha Kumara, Chairman of the Membership & Professional Development Committee welcomed the audience while Mr Tishanga Kumarasinghe, CEO of AAT Sri Lanka introduced them to the objectives, culture & the operations of AAT. President of AAT Mr Indraka Liyanage also joined to address the gathering.

Mr. Sujeewa Rajapaksha, Former Chairman , People’s Bank and the Managing Partner, BDO Partner joined to deliver a motivational speech. An interesting life story, lessons learnt and most importantly the key attributes that should be focused for success were shared by Mr Sujeewa which was well received by the audience. Educating the members on "Emotional intelligence for work life balance", Dr. Chaminda Weerasiriwardhana, Senior Psychological Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Medical Officer , Lecturer & Public speaker added a great value to the seminar and had an engaging presentation drawing the audience’s attention on the importance of maintaining the brain for a better life.

Ms Buddhi Pathiraja, Fellow Member of AAT , a Member of CPD Sub Committee of CA Sri Lanka delivered a presentation on the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) scheme which is a mandatory requirement that the members should adhere to in their journey as professional members while Mr. Thushara Kariyawasam, Alt. Chairman - Audit, Compliance, Risk Management and Ethics Committee introduced members to the Code of Ethics. The audience was updated on the Toastmasters Club which is instrumental in communication and leadership skills development by DTM Jeewana Pradeep, Fellow Member of AAT, Logistics Manager at District 82, Toastmasters International .

In addition to gathering a wealth of knowledge through the insightful contents delivered by the resource personnel, the attendees were given the opportunity to win valuable prizes joining a competition organized by the Marketing Division of AAT Sri Lanka.