The Public Relations Circle (PR Circle) of the Department of Management, Faculty of Business, NSBM Green University, successfully organised an insightful guest session titled “Circular Disruption: Integrating Fundamental Sustainability Concepts into Contemporary Organisational Practice” on 29 October 2026 at the Green Board Room, Faculty of Business.

The session featured Mr. Gayan Gunawardana, Director/CFO of TDL Group of Companies, who shared his professional expertise and industry insights on the growing importance of sustainability in contemporary business environments.

The discussion covered key aspects of sustainable business transformation, including moving beyond greenwashing towards adopting circular economy principles, understanding emerging sustainability reporting frameworks such as ISSB and IFRS S1 and S2, and exploring the transition from traditional linear business models to circular alternatives, with particular attention to their practical feasibility and implementation.

Drawing on real-world industry experiences, the session offered participants valuable insights into how organisations can embed sustainability principles into their strategic decision-making and day-to-day operations. It also highlighted the importance of responsible resource utilisation, sustainable business practices, and responding to evolving global sustainability expectations.

The session provided a valuable opportunity to connect academic learning with industry practice, encouraging participants to critically examine the role of contemporary organisations in driving sustainable transformation and creating long-term value.