OUR TEAM

With nine years at Frontier Research, Nimesha leads a team of over 15 individuals and shapes the firm’s strategic direction with the support of the senior team. Her work ensures that insights & advisory offered are timely, relevant, and tailored to the evolving needs of business decision-makers. She also plays a key role in new product development, client engagement, and organizational growth, while carrying forward the vision of Frontier’s late founder, Amal Sanderatne.

Nimesha was selected to participate in the International Visitor Leadership Program organised by the U.S. Department of State, in November 2023. She is currently following the Executive MBA offered by the Postgraduate Institute of Management, Sri Lanka. She has contributed as a speaker and panelist at various events during her tenure.

In addition to her role at Frontier, Nimesha is also contributes to the family business in the manufacturing and retail space.

Thanuri, with over 10 years of experience within the company and a deep understanding of Frontier's operations cultivated alongside Amal, holds the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Frontier. In her capacity as COO, she leads the charge in business development, operations, and technology functions.

Thanuri is responsible for overlooking and managing client relationships with our existing clients and prospective ones. Her role includes identifying suitable client groups for our evolving products and services, while spearheading efforts to drive client adoption. Additionally, she is responsible for the financial planning and budgeting processes at Frontier. Furthermore, she provides oversight to our tech operations.

Thanuri's role extends to her integral position within the leadership team which is part of the strategic decision-making for Frontier.

Chayu is currently the Head of Macroeconomic Advisory at Frontier Research. He leads work in understanding varying macroeconomic risks and tying them into the Sri Lankan economic context, currently focusing on debt crises in Sri Lanka and other countries, monetary and financial sector risks, and energy sector developments. He takes a key role in in the development of Frontier's views on interest rates and the LKR, and presenting content to Frontier's clients. He has been featured on varied local and international media for his views on the economy.

Chayu also acts as an Executive Director for DaddysLanka (Pvt) Ltd, a family-run institute working in the field of special needs and mental health care.

Anjali currently functions as a Deputy Head of Macroeconomic Research at Frontier, working across Frontier’s economic research arms.

Since graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Colombo in 2022, she has been working across varied teams at Frontier. Currently, she plays a leading role in Frontier’s macroeconomic research on fiscal analysis, banking and financial sector research, while also contributing to Frontier's real economy-related offerings by leading Frontier’s credit, consumer demand and inflation outlooks.

Aparni’s role at Frontier primarily focuses on business development, client coordination, recruitment, and various operational tasks.

Before joining Frontier, she began her career at Trailfinders – Walkers Tours, where she developed a keen interest in digital creatives and social media management. She has since expanded her expertise beyond Frontier, working with advocacy groups to raise awareness on women’s and minority rights. Her passion for sustainability led her to write for Oceanlust magazine as a subeditor, focusing on ocean conservation and the blue economy.

Recently, she stumbled upon an interest in animation and gaming development, earning a scholarship from the US Embassy to explore the field as a 3D Gaming Environment Designer.

She is a graduate of General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University holding a BSc in Built Environment (Architecture), and is currently pursuing her MSc in Sustainable Tourism at University of Peradeniya.

Arshad is a Senior Research Lead at Frontier Research, contributing across multiple areas of the firm. A graduate of the University of Colombo, he has built a reputation for unpacking complex economic questions, most recently focusing on how global events and macro trends influence both local and international markets. He also enjoys bringing a creative lens to his work, whether it’s finding fresh angles on familiar issues or coming up with new ideas to push the boundaries of traditional research.

Outside of Frontier, Arshad is well known as an Advanced Level Economics lecturer. Through his own venture, iTutorSL, he’s currently guiding over 500 students prepare for their exam. Arshad has also shared his insights covering various economic topics on multiple occasions on media, making economics easier to understand for a broader audience.

Navinda is a Senior Research Lead at Frontier Research, focusing on macroeconomic analysis with a particular emphasis on monetary policy and capital markets, both local and global. His sector-level work spans tourism, F&B, and banking, exploring how these industries are shaped by broader macroeconomic forces. A Business Economics graduate from the University of Colombo, Navinda has contributed to publications presented at international conferences and featured in local and global outlets, in collaboration with his colleagues at Frontier. Before joining Frontier, he held roles across private sector businesses in the banking and marketing sectors.

Tharangi is a Research Analyst at Frontier Research, contributing to the firm’s macroeconomic research and analysis. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Statistics, graduating with First Class honours and receiving an award for Academic Excellence. She has also completed a Diploma in Diplomacy and World Affairs at the Bandaranaike International Diplomatic Training Institute.

At Frontier, she works across teams, supporting analysis on key macroeconomic trends and developments.

Tony is a Research Analyst at Frontier Research. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Westminster where he was nominated for the prestigious Computer Science Award for demonstrating academic rigour and consistently high performance.

Following stints as a DevOps Engineer and Data Scientist, Tony ventured into the field of Economics, a subject which sparked his enduring fascination, since his schooling years, prompting him to pursue his postgraduate education (Masters) at the University of Colombo, specializing in Financial Economics.

Tony also formally transitioned into academia, finding himself most fulfilled when helping others understand complex concepts and fostering a love for learning. Whilst at Frontier, he continues to teach Advanced Level Economics, following an internationally accredited curriculum, at a renowned school in Colombo.

Joshua Weerasingham is a law graduate with an LLB (Hons) from the University of London. He combines his legal background with a passion for creativity, supporting day-to-day operations by assisting with content production, video editing, and ensuring presentations are clear and engaging.

His previous work experience includes property conveyancing, freelance video editing and content writing, which have helped him develop both legal and creative skills.

Ishfaaq is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Financial Engineering at the Department of Mathematics, University of Colombo. As a Junior Research Analyst and Operations Coordinator at Frontier Research, he contributes to economic research and operations work while also supporting social media. With a strong academic foundation in finance, mathematics, and IT, backed by qualifications in AAT and a Diploma in Information Technology, he brings analytical rigor and a multidisciplinary approach to his work.

Outside the academic and professional spheres, Ishfaaq has actively participated in sports, including inter-house football tournaments, reflecting his team spirit and discipline. He is also a proactive team player with proven leadership experience and excellent communication skills.

Theeksha is a Research Analyst contributing to the Economics Research Team. He holds a degree in Business Economics and is currently reading for a Masters in Financial Economics at the University of Colombo.

During his time at university, Theeksha maintained a strong academic record while actively engaging in leadership roles, student ambassadorships, and sports. His well-rounded achievements led to him being recognized as the Student of the Year at the University of Colombo in 2024.

At Frontier, Theeksha works at the intersection of local and global macroeconomic developments, helping unpack how shifting policy, external pressures, and market dynamics shape economic trajectories. His work spans macroeconomic themes and sector-focused analysis, contributing to research that connects big-picture trends with real-world business implications.

Himaru is currently working as a Research Analyst contributing to the research team. He is a final year undergraduate from the University of Peradeniya specializing at the Department of Economics and Statistics and is also completing his CIM studies from SLIM. He has a keen interest in Financial and International Economics.

He has completed a Diploma in International Relations from the Bandaranaike Center for International Studies. During his time at university he was a SPARKS Student Ambassador and was a part of AIESEC for 3 years. Prior to joining Frontier, he worked briefly as a Marketing GTM Intern.

Shihara is a Junior Research Analyst primarily contributing to the research team at Frontier. She is a graduate in Economics (BA) (Hons) specialising in Economic Theory and Application from the University of Colombo, and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons) graduate from the University of London. Her previous work experience includes contributing in various capacities to think tanks, market research, as well as the development sector through various NGOs. Her areas of focus includes consumer research, agriculture and commodity research, and geoeconomics research.

Paveera is currently working as a Junior Research Analyst contributing to the Research team.He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Nottingham Malaysia, where he demonstrated a strong academic record while actively engaging in multiple leadership roles and sports. Consequently he was awarded the prestigious Vice-Chancellor's medal for the academic year 2023/24. He is also part-qualified in the CIMA-UK qualification.

Prior to joining Frontier, Paveera was employed as a project intern at KPMG Sri Lanka and the Institute of Policy Studies Sri Lanka. He also gained valuable experience as a research assistant under Dr.Teo Wing Leong, the head of the School of Economics at his university.