STRATEGIST.
BUILDER.
VOICE.

Stefan de Alwis is an entrepreneur, investor, and media personality committed to empowering people, building businesses, and creating impact through innovation, leadership, and strategic thinking.

STEFAN IS A LEADING VOICE IN BUSINESS STRATEGY, MEDIA, AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

Known for his ability to bridge business, media, and technology, Stefan has emerged as one of Sri Lanka’s leading voices on entrepreneurship and leadership. His work spans strategic advisory, investment facilitation, digital transformation, and thought leadership, helping companies navigate change while empowering audiences to think bigger, act boldly, and lead with purpose.

Stefan De Alwis

Stefan serves as Director of Digital 365 Holdings and Hands International Group – leading innovation, business growth, strategic partnerships, and transformational impact across industries.

Stefan partners with business leaders and investors – to connect capital, strategy, and opportunity, unlocking growth, creating value, and transforming ambition into lasting impact.

Founder and Host of The 3i Show– Stefan engages world-class entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders, creating impactful conversations that inspire business growth, leadership, and personal transformation.

ABOUT STEFAN DE ALWIS

With a BA and MBA in Entrepreneurship and Finance from the United Kingdom, Stefan combines strategic vision with practical business expertise. His career spans media, finance, investment, digital innovation, and executive leadership, enabling him to navigate diverse industries with a global perspective. Having represented international organizations, advised leading corporations, and engaged with influential business leaders worldwide, Stefan is passionate about driving innovation, fostering entrepreneurship, and empowering others to achieve their potential.

“Success is not defined by what we achieve for ourselves, but by the opportunities we create, the lives we impact, and the leaders we inspire along the way.”

Stefan's Journey

A timeline of defining moments that transformed Stefan from humble beginnings into a globally recognized voice in business and media.

1988 Background
1988
1988
Built by Contrast, Born in Sri Lanka
Born to a father from Jaffna — calm, measured, steady — and a mother from Galle — relentless, disciplined, lovingly nicknamed "Sergeant Major." Strategy met steel at home.
1995 Stefan
1995
1995
London: The Training Ground
Relocated to St John's Wood, London. At 12, while classmates spent pocket money, he multiplied it — selling frozen Ribena at Dulwich Prep. The first boardroom was a playground.
Millfield Soccer Team 2005 Millfield Coat of Arms
2002
2002
Millfield School, Somerset
Forged at one of Britain's most prestigious boarding schools — where excellence was expected, not applauded.
De Alwis Foundation Logo
2004
2004
Purpose Beyond Profit
Following the devastating tsunami in Sri Lanka, his family launched the De Alwis Foundation — expanding access to scholarships and affordable education. Impact became part of the business model.
University years with friends in London Loughborough University crest
2012
2008
University Years – Building the Framework
Attended both Loughborough University and London Metropolitan University, graduating with a BA in Entrepreneurship — turning instinct into discipline.
2011 Hush Hush Events
2011
2011
Curating Influence
Co-founded Hush Hush Events in London, producing experiences in some of the city's most exclusive venues. Networks were built. Standards were set.
2012 One-Month Decision – return to Sri Lanka
2012
2012
The "One-Month" Decision
Returned to Sri Lanka for what was meant to be a short visit. Vision extended the stay indefinitely.
Bean Bag Bliss products Bean Bag Bliss team
Bean Bag Bliss
2015
2015
Manufacturing Comfort, Building Scale
Founded Bean Bag Bliss, one of Sri Lanka's leading bean bag manufacturers. From idea to industry player.
Reward Logistics team and fleet Reward Logistics heavy-duty fleet Reward Logistics specialised fleet Reward Logistics construction vehicles
2018
2018
Reward Logistics
Launched Reward Logistics, establishing a scalable logistics operation with a specialised heavy-duty fleet serving large-scale construction and infrastructure developments.
Reward Ship Chandlers handout Global Maritime Excellence port operations
2019
2019
Global Maritime Excellence
Started in ship chandelling, serving world-renowned container ships arriving from ports across the globe.
2020 News Anchor
2020
2020
The National Voice
Selected as a news anchor for Sri Lanka's official state broadcasting network — trusted to inform a nation.
2022 Masters Graduation
2022
2022
Mastering the Numbers
Completed a Master's in Finance from the University of Bedfordshire, sharpening the financial edge behind the vision.
2023 Wedding 1 2023 Wedding 2
2023
2023
Partnership in Life
Married his beautiful wife Shenaya — a grounded force behind his vision.
2023
2023
Digital 365 Holdings
Co-founded a digital transformation company helping organisations evolve, modernise, and lead.
The 3i Show
2025
2025
The 3i Show
Founded The 3i Show — recognised as Asia's Best Emerging Podcast (2025–2026). Conversations that influence culture.
Inspiring Future Leaders Inspiring Future Leaders
2025
2025
Inspiring Future Leaders
From boardrooms to classrooms, Stefan empowers the next generation to dream bigger, lead with confidence, innovate boldly, and create meaningful impact.
Global Voice in Broadcasting and Excellence in Communication
2025
2025
Global Voice Recognition
Awarded Global Voice in Broadcasting and Excellence in Communication — national impact, international standards.
Flyer Flyer Fill
2026
2026
Award-Winning Excellence
The 3i Show with Stefan de Alwis was honoured with the prestigious Asia’s Best Emerging Podcast Award 2025–2026, recognising its growing influence as one of Asia’s fastest-rising platforms for entrepreneurship, leadership, business, and inspiring conversations.

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