Redefining Innovation Through Design, Technology, and Regenerative Consciousness
Born in Sri Lanka and now based in Paris on a French Tech Talent Passport, I have built my career on the foundation of inclusivity, regenerative consciousness, and transformative entrepreneurship. From founding Sri Lanka’s first skateboarding brand to launching AI-driven HR tech for workplace diversity, my work is driven by the belief that Art and design is a tool for social change.
Breaking Barriers, Building Futures
As a transgender entrepreneur, designer, and advocate, growing up in a society that couldn’t understand my authenticity- my identity was never just personal—it was political. My journey, shaped by resilience and reinvention, has been about more than just breaking barriers—it’s about redesigning systems, reimagining possibilities, and reclaiming space for those who have been historically marginalised.
The Intersection of Art, Design & Technology
As a multidisciplinary artist and social designer, my practice extends across innovation, illustration, photography, videography, murals, and digital experiences. Each medium is a tool—a way to challenge perceptions, rewrite narratives, and design more inclusive, regenerative spaces.
As a inclusive-tech entrepreneur, I am committed to building digital ecosystems that prioritise inclusivity, accessibility, and human connection. Technology is more than a tool; it is a language through which we can redefine identity, reshape culture, and amplify all voices.
Global Collaborations, Local Impact
As the Founder & CEO of Proud Co.Lab, I am pioneering an AI-powered HR tech platform dedicated to fostering workplace diversity and inclusion. Selected as an incubatee at Euratechnologies, France, I am leveraging technology to redefine hiring and workplace culture, ensuring a more equitable future for marginalized talent.
Over the years, I have worked with Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, the United Nations, Nike, Save the Children, and the Carter Center, using design and storytelling to bridge worlds—connecting activism, creativity, and social innovation. Whether it’s crafting social media strategies, branding campaigns, or immersive digital content, my goal remains the same: to create work that inspires, disrupts, and drives change.
Kayleb Bandara 