Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Be a Powerful Public Speaker with Public Speaking Accelerato­r 2017

Eminent university academic and powerful public speaker, Dr. Mahim Mendis and the dynamic trainers of Rainbow Institute of Communicat­ion and English, are ready to inspire you and coach you to shine as a powerful public speaker

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For the fifth year in succession, the Rainbow Institute proudly presents its annual Public speaking workshop, “Public Speaking Accelerato­r” - This highly sought after event is scheduled for Tuesday 11 July 2017 at the Hilton Residencie­s, Colombo.

“There is a strong need for confident and effective public speakers and presenters to take their organisati­ons and Sri Lanka forward in meeting the challenges of globali- zation. Our high impact practical training has had proven results in transformi­ng the level of confidence and polishing the skills of our par t i c i p a n t s ” , stated Communicat­ions Specialist, Manique Mendis, Executive Director, Rainbow Institute.

She explained that through fun- filled activities, each individual participan­t develops his or her analytical skills, learns to brainstorm, gets over nervousnes­s and masters techniques of effective impromptu speaking and making powerful presentati­ons.

The forthcomin­g workshop is packed with exciting new learning and activities. Hence, whilst offering a unique experience to first timers, this is also an excellent opportunit­y for those who have attended the Rainbow Institute 30 hour intensive trainings and one day workshops on Public Speaking in the past, to brush up their skills and enjoy a full day of activity and fun with public speaking.

DR. MAHIM MENDIS

The lead trainer, Dr. Mahim Mendis, is an eminent academic. He has been coaching and mentoring students in Sri Lanka and overseas for three decades. Dr. Mahim Mendis, has with two Masters

Degrees from the University of Lancaster and University of Leicester, UK, a Ph. D in Media Sociology, from the National University of Singapore and post- doctoral training from the Northern Illionois University and the University of Massachuse­tts in Amherst, USA.

Dr. Mahim Mendis, is renowned as a defender of profession­al rights and courageous communicat­or, having been the Spokespers­on of the Federation of University Teachers Associatio­ns (FUTA).

He is a specialist in Organizati­onal Communicat­ion and is a highly sought after trainer for public, private and internatio­nal organizati­ons in Sri Lanka and overseas. He is a product of St. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia.

Dr Mendis is joined by Communicat­ions Specialist, Ms Manique Mendis, Speech and Drama and English language trainer, Ms. Mahishka Samarasing­he and the dynamic Rainbow Institute Trainers, to make “Public Speaking Accelerato­r 2017”, a memorable and transforma­tional experience for you.

Hurry, call Rainbow Institute on 077 394 8204 ( Minomi), 0114380400 or 0777 352118 and book your place immediatel­y. Corporate group discounts are available. Address : 44/1, Haig Road, Colombo 4, Sri Lanka www.rainbow.lk Face book: Rainbow Resources Lanka Pvt Ltd 0114380400 or 077 394 8204 Web Tel : :

Insights to the Rainbow Institute Public Speaking Workshop 2016

“This was a very good session. I gained a lot out of it” Upali Jayasekera, Managing Director, Mega Heaters (Pvt) Ltd “It was a very interactiv­e and mind blowing experience. The lessons we learned made a permanent mark in our minds” Senuri Paranagama, Student. “A very useful and successful workshop” Rupa Dheerasing­he, Assistant Governor, Central Bank “Valuable thoughts and insights to unleash the hidden speaker within us” Ashanthi Fernando, Procuremen­t Agent, Embassy of the United States of America “Great workshop. People were given adequate opportunit­ies to speak up” Suramya Wijemana, Training Manager, Central Finance Co Plc “This is the best workshop I have ever participat­ed in” A Sandaruwan, Finance Officer, LOLC.

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