The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), the apex body of the Sri Lankan apparel industry, announced the appointment of industry veteran, Yohan Lawrence, as its new Secretary General.
Lawrence, who counts over 20 years of experience in senior management positions in the apparel sector as well as in leadership positions in prominent industry associations, succeeds Tuli Cooray, the association’s founder Secretary General, who stepped down after a long and distinguished tenure in the role. Tuli Cooray continues his relationship with the JAAF in the capacity of a Consultant. A former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters’ Association (SLAEA) – one of the constituent organisations of JAAF – Lawrence has also previously functioned as the Vice Chairman of JAAF. He holds a BSc in Economics from the University College of London and a MBA from the Middlesex University – UKand has held several key positions including regional roles in multinational apparel operations.
Lawrence is also the former Chief Operating Officer – Business Sustainability of InQube Global, Country Manager of Quantum Clothing Lanka and the Assistant General Manager of Coats Viyella Clothing in Sri Lanka.