Manju Haththotuwa is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in engineering, innovation, and national development. He holds a BSc in Civil Engineering from Imperial College, London, and an MBA with Distinction from the University of London. As a Chartered Professional Engineer in the UK and Australia, Manju has held pivotal roles in both public and private sectors. He has chaired multiple public listed companies and co-led a pioneering Asian software firm to global prominence. At the World Bank, he oversees a significant portfolio of private sector development projects across Asia, Africa, and MENA, advising senior government leaders worldwide on technology, innovation, and infrastructure. Based at the World Bank HQ in Washington, DC, Manju continues to drive impactful and innovative development programs on a global scale.