Young Protégé 2025 – Personal Branding Session
The Young Protégé 2025 Personal Branding Session, organized by StudPro 8.0 under IEEE Young Professionals Sri Lanka, was conducted on 8th December 2025 as a virtual event exclusively for program mentees. The session focused on the essentials of CV writing, LinkedIn optimization, and building a professional identity. It empowered mentees to craft impactful personal brands that align with career aspirations and stand out in competitive professional environments.
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Shamilka of Accenture Inc.
Personal Branding Essentials: CVs & LinkedIn
The Young Protégé 2025 Personal Branding Session, organized under StudPro 8.0 by IEEE Young Professionals Sri Lanka, was designed to help mentees understand the importance of developing a strong professional identity in today’s competitive environment.
The session explored how personal branding influences career opportunities, employability, and professional growth, with practical strategies on how mentees can create an impactful presence both online and offline. Through interactive discussions, participants learned how to craft authentic narratives, optimize LinkedIn profiles, build professional credibility, and present themselves confidently in academic and professional settings.
The speaker highlighted the importance of aligning one’s skills, values, and career aspirations to create a consistent and memorable professional image. Real-world examples and practical tools were shared, ensuring that participants left with actionable steps to strengthen their personal brand.
The session concluded with an engaging Q&A, where mentees received personalized advice on building visibility, expanding networks, and positioning themselves for long-term success. The event reinforced the mission of Young Protégé 2025 — to empower students and young professionals with the skills and confidence required to excel in their careers.
Biography:
Ms. Shamilka Samaranayake De Alwis is an accomplished Human Resources professional, currently serving as the HR Manager – Talent Acquisition & Learning and Development at Accenture Inc. With a deep-rooted passion for people development and strategic hiring, she brings a wealth of experience in identifying and nurturing talent across diverse domains.
Her work focuses on bridging the gap between potential and opportunity by empowering individuals to build meaningful personal brands and align them with career goals. Known for her dynamic approach and industry insight, Ms. Shamilka has been instrumental in guiding professionals and students alike on how to navigate today’s evolving job market. Her commitment to talent growth, combined with her leadership in L&D and acquisition, makes her a sought-after speaker and mentor in the HR and corporate space.