ORANGE, CA, January 16, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Hari Amaratunge has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Amaratunge currently serves as the chief executive officer and co founder of The Serendib Group of Companies, a role he has held since 2010. Under his leadership, the company has grown from a single preschool to four thriving locations, achieving a remarkable increase in revenue from zero to more than $3.8 million in that time. He oversees a team that includes an attorney and a managing partner, as well as an area director and three additional directors responsible for the day to day activities of all four centers of excellence. The area director manages the three other directors and teachers at each of the four locations. He is actively involved in the business, dedicating approximately four hours each week to strategic oversight and communication with his area director, who relays essential tasks throughout the organization. His most notable professional achievement is the co-founding and expansion of The Serendib Group of Companies, which stands as a testament to his entrepreneurial vision and operational expertise.

In addition to establishing the Serendib Group of Companies, Mr. Amaratunge has built a distinguished career in the aerospace industry. From 2018 to 2020, he served as project management officer at Zodiac Aerospace in Huntington Beach, California, where he managed complex projects and contributed to organizational growth. Between 2016 and 2018, he was business program manager at Esterline Technologies Corporation in Buena Park, California, overseeing multimillion-dollar initiatives and ensuring successful project delivery.

From 2015 to 2016, Mr. Amaratunge held the position of director of new product development and new product introduction in aerospace engineering at Arrowhead Products. In this capacity, he led teams focused on innovation and process improvement within the aerospace sector. His earlier experience includes serving as program manager at Honeywell Aerospace from 2004 to 2015, where he managed significant engineering projects and was recognized for his contributions with various engineering awards and program management completion milestones.

Mr. Amaratunge began his aerospace career as program manager at Senior Aerospace SSP in Burbank, California, from 1998 to 2004. Throughout these roles, he demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing large-scale projects and driving organizational success.

In addition to his corporate achievements, Mr. Amaratunge is also an accomplished musician. He has been a lead vocalist for over a decade and is recognized as a music composer. He has composed five original songs and continues to pursue creative endeavors alongside his business interests.

Mr. Amaratunge's educational background includes earning a Bachelor of Science in aerospace engineering with a focus on, aeronautical and astronautical engineering from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona in 1997.

His commitment to civic engagement is evident through his involvement with several organizations. Mr. Amaratunge has served on the materials review board within the engineering division at Honeywell Aerospace and is an active donor supporting natural disaster relief assistance efforts. Additionally, he contributes to various dog shelters as both a supporter and donor.

Mr. Amaratunge's professional journey has been marked by numerous accolades, including recognition for engineering excellence and successful completion of major program management milestones. He attributes much of his success to the sacrifices made by his parents, who prioritized education for him and his brothers, as well as the unwavering support of his wife and family.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Mr. Amaratunge enjoys playing guitar and keyboards, singing and writing songs. He is dedicated to spending quality time with his two daughters while pursuing personal fulfillment through music and entrepreneurship. Looking ahead, he aims to expand The Serendib Group of Companies from four to ten preschools with a target annual revenue of approximately $10 million. He also plans to release a CD featuring his original songs and establish himself further within the music industry while maintaining happiness and good health in all aspects of life.

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