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This Wednesday marked the grand finale of the John Keells X (JKX) Open Innovation Challenge, a first-of-its-kind initiative by John Keells Holdings PLC to spark innovation and support Sri Lanka’s startup ecosystem. After months of rigorous development and mentorship, ten exceptional teams took center stage to pitch their ideas, aiming to secure seed funding and industry recognition.
The JKX Challenge was designed to empower startups with disruptive business models, offering them mentorship, funding, and industry exposure. The competition drew 148 applicants from Sri Lanka and abroad, of which 10 teams were shortlisted for a 60-day acceleration program.
The final pitch event, held on November 2, was the culmination of four months of hard work and collaboration. Finalists had:
The judging panel featured a distinguished lineup including:
Co-founded by Keerthi Kodithuwakku, Isuru Rajakaruna, and Charith Vithanage, Team Jendo took the top prize for their breakthrough in noninvasive health tech. Their research was guided by senior medical professionals, and they walked away with a Rs. 2 million prize and the admiration of the judges.
For their impressive use of speech-to-insight tech in business analytics, Markify won Rs. 1 million and high praise from the judges for their innovation and real-world applicability.
“We are encouraged by the pool of young entrepreneurial talent we witnessed during the four-month engagement with John Keells X. We look forward to continuing to support the Sri Lankan startup ecosystem by incentivising and investing in young entrepreneurs.”
— Chairman Susantha Ratnayake
The JKX Open Innovation Challenge has proven to be more than just a competition — it’s a launching pad for Sri Lanka’s next generation of tech-driven entrepreneurs. With impressive ideas, professional execution, and real-world relevance, the teams showcased the immense potential in the island nation’s innovation landscape.
Here’s to more bold ideas, better solutions, and a thriving startup ecosystem in Sri Lanka. 💡🌍