Divakalala (Nish) Nishanka, is a multifaceted creative professional with a diverse portfolio spanning over two decades. Nish has excelled in various fields, including development design, investments, business and brand management, marketing and communications, media, and news programs. His professional journey has taken him through various regions, granting him a unique blend of management leadership experience including collaborations with private conglomerates, multinational brands, unilateral and multilateral development agencies, the United Nations, and the European Union.

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Nish held the esteemed position of Group Creative Director at CMG - Capital Maharaja Group, one of Asia's largest private conglomerates.

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After which, in 2005, Nish co-founded an award-winning entertainment, communication, and media firm with diverse verticals in partnership with his mentor, the late Mr. Killi Rajamahendran, and the Capital Maharaja Group. The firm went on to collaborate with brands including Phillips, LG Electronics, Pepsi, McDonald's, and more.

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In 2019, Nish co-founded a multidisciplinary design and investment firm engaging in projects that bridge the EU, APAC, and MENA regions. Nish also conceptualized transnational development initiatives, including EIN Economic Intelligence Network, BCC Berlin Consulting Consortium, IE Indo Euro, and EN Eurasia Now, all aimed at fostering collaboration between Europe and Asia Pacific.

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Nish presently focuses his efforts on a range of projects in foreign direct investment management, investment analysis, and facilitation, economic intelligence analysis, development intelligence reports, architectural and interior design, business and brand design, advocacy, and diplomacy design.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Nish is a dedicated independent photojournalist. His photography work centers on highlighting critical issues such as poverty, abuse, corruption, hatred, racism, conflicts, and various social concerns. His impactful photography can be found on various media platforms.

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Nish's educational background includes studies in art, design, and development at the prestigious Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design & Technology of Manipal University, India. His exceptional performance as an art student earned him the "Award of Excellence."

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