Aundray Perera
| Aundray Perera | |
|---|---|
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| Born | August 8, 1985 Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Sri Lankan |
| 💼 Occupation | Entrepreneur, real estate developer, philanthropist |
| Known for | Founder and Managing Director of Savi Group; Founder of WeCare Foundation |
| 🌐 Website | www |
Aundray Perera is a Sri Lankan entrepreneur, real estate developer, and philanthropist. He is the founder and managing director of the Savi Group—a diversified business conglomerate with interests in real estate, construction, investments, wellness, and digital commerce—and the founder of the WeCare Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to social welfare and community development.[1][2]
Early life and education
Perera completed his secondary education at St. Joseph's College, Colombo.[3] His early career began when he joined Nextventures Limited as a personal assistant to Sri Lankan businessman Dinesh Schaffter, whom he later credited for shaping his approach to business leadership and management.[4]
Career
Savi Group
Perera is the founder and managing director of the Savi Group, a Sri Lankan conglomerate active in several sectors, including real estate development, construction, finance, consultancy, and e-commerce.[1] The group's subsidiaries include:
- Savi Residencies (Pvt) Ltd – A real estate and property development company focusing on mixed-use residential projects.[5]
- Savi Singha Builders (Pvt) Ltd – A construction company engaged in infrastructure and housing projects.[6]
- Savi Shakthi Investments (Pvt) Ltd – A financial and investment arm offering property-based investment opportunities.[7]
- Happy Feet & Hands (Pvt) Ltd – A wellness and spa brand based in Colombo.[8]
- BuyMe.lk and BuyMe Realtor – E-commerce and real estate brokerage platforms within the Savi Group.[9]
Under his leadership, Savi Lands (a brand within the group) has completed over 50 residential and infrastructure projects and serves more than 1,500 clients across Sri Lanka.[10]
Perera's leadership philosophy emphasizes that “profit means little if it is not shared,” and he has stated that at least 10 percent of Savi Group's annual profits are committed to charity through his foundation.[1]
WeCare Foundation
The WeCare Foundation is a philanthropic organization founded by Perera in 2015. The foundation engages in a range of social service initiatives, including education support, dry-ration distribution, health and wellness programs, and infrastructure development in underprivileged areas.[2] Its projects include uniform and food distribution drives, school water projects, and mobile health clinics for low-income families.[11]
Notable activities of the foundation include:
- Distribution of 250 school uniforms at Homagama College (2024)
- Food and supply drives for families in Kegalle, Hatton, and Kandy
- Building of a new church in Anuradhapura (2025)
- Donations to the Sri Lanka Welfare Society of Blind Women (2024)[2]
Personal philosophy
Perera often writes and speaks about entrepreneurship, leadership, and philanthropy. In his published essays, he advocates for “vision-driven success” and the belief that wealth should be used to uplift others.[3][4] His personal motto, featured on his official site, is: *“If you are afraid to make decisions, you cannot be a businessman.”*[1]
Recognition
In 2024, Savi Lands, one of the group's core subsidiaries, received certification as a “Great Place to Work” in Sri Lanka, recognizing its employee culture and work environment.[12]
See also
External links
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Founder – Savi Group". Savi Group. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Aundray Perera – Founder of WeCare Foundation". WeCare Foundation. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "The Answer That Changed My Life". Aundray Perera Official Website. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "The Answer That Changed My Life". Aundray Perera Blog. 19 September 2025. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Savi Residencies Company Profile". Savi Group. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Savi Singha Builders Company Profile". Savi Group. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Savi Shakthi Investments Company Profile". Savi Group. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Happy Feet & Hands". Savi Group. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "BuyMe.lk". Savi Group. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Savi Lands celebrates 13 years in real estate industry". Daily FT. 2024-12-18. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "WeCare Foundation Activities". WeCare Foundation. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Savi Lands recognised as a Great Place to Work". LMD. 2024-09-15. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
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