Founder / Builder
You're building something, at any stage from an idea to an established business.
- Idea
- Startup
- SME
- Growth & scale
Peers who've been there, and introductions to mentors, investors, talent and customers.
Community
Everyone building here, in one community
Building something in Galle, Matara or Hambantota, or thinking of moving here to build? From a first idea to a growing business, this is where you'll meet other founders, plus the mentors, investors and partners who can help you with the next phase.
What members get
Some of it is here today, and more is on the way.
- Now
The founder WhatsApp community
Engage with founders operating across the South, plus first word on events and programs.
- Now
Warm introductions
We connect you with the people who can help you grow.
- Coming soon
Member directory
Find each other to connect. Search by what people need and what they can offer, from industry peers to mentoring.
Who's in the network
Everyone joins for a reason. Pick yours, or more than one.
Venture Investor
You invest in ventures (angel, VC, impact fund, bank) for a return.
Deal flow from vetted southern founders you won't find elsewhere.
Join as Venture InvestorSIH Funder / Sponsor
You fund SIH itself: grants, sponsorship, donations or the diaspora circle.
A direct line to the founders and programs your support makes possible.
Join as SIH Funder / SponsorMentor / Expert
You give time and know-how to builders and founders.
Founders who want your experience, matched by sector.
Join as Mentor / ExpertPartner
A corporate, government body, university, community or space that wants to work with SIH towards our mission, for mutual benefit.
A trusted way into the southern ecosystem: pilots, programs and talent.
Join as PartnerTalent
You want to join or work with ventures/startups or SIH.
Roles with ventures building in the South.
Join as TalentSupporter
You cheer us on: come to events, spread the word, make introductions. Volunteer. No money involved.
Events, news and easy ways to help, with no commitment.
Join as Supporter
Not in the South? You're welcome too
The network starts with builders in the South, and that's what makes it worth joining from anywhere else.
Elsewhere in Sri Lanka
Find vetted founders and businesses in the South to invest in, partner with, buy from or mentor.
Abroad and the diaspora
Stay connected to home: back founders, share your expertise, or open doors to markets abroad.
Join now and be part of it from day one
Tell us who you are and we'll add you to the SIH community on WhatsApp. Member features are coming soon.