Jessica Kotuwila
@jessicakotuwila
International business development professional driving revenue growth and strategic global partnerships.
What I'm looking for
I am an international business development professional with an MBA in International Business and a strong track record in driving revenue growth across regional and global markets.
At Star Electrical Lanka I owned and expanded strategic service portfolios, led high-level commercial negotiations, and launched a website to drive international market engagement.
I have led market entry efforts, managed international commodity trading operations, coordinated large overseas tenders, and standardized processes to improve operational efficiency across organizations.
I focus on stakeholder collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and building trust-based relationships with senior decision-makers to deliver measurable revenue gains and long-term client retention.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager Business Development
Star Electrical Lanka
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Owned and expanded a portfolio of strategic services, led high-level commercial negotiations, and drove client retention and recurring revenue, contributing to company revenue growth of 7% in Year 1, 15% in Year 2, and 22% in Year 3.
Business Development Executive
Aitken Spence Elevators
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)
Spearheaded entry into new local and international markets, partnered with cross-functional teams to implement business initiatives, and leveraged market intelligence to reduce account attrition and drive portfolio growth.
Business Development Executive
Aarkey International
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Managed international commodity trading operations and cultivated global buyer and supplier relationships, supporting medium- and large-scale infrastructure project pursuits.
Trainee Executive - Group Risk
Hirdaramani Group
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)
Developed and executed strategic business plans for market expansion, led internal audits and risk management initiatives, and standardized processes across entities to improve efficiency and compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of the West of Scotland
Master of Business Administration, International Business
2022 - 2023
Completed an MBA in International Business focused on global market strategy and business development.
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Business, Business; Tourism & Hospitality Management
2016 - 2019
Activities and societies: Dean's List 2019
Earned a Bachelor of Business with double majors in International Business and Tourism & Hospitality Management; graduated with Dean's List recognition.
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