The Minds Behind THiNKATiVE
We're a lean team of experienced product innovators, technologists, and strategists dedicated to turning ambitious ideas into reality.
Nishadi Perera
Co-Founder & Managing DirectorDr. Nishadi Perera is an experienced technology entrepreneur and Innovation Lead with an extensive background spanning smart textiles, advanced materials, and sustainable healthcare technologies. Holding a PhD from Nottingham Trent University, Nishadi excels at guiding emerging technologies from low-TRL phases to market deployment. Her expertise lies in open innovation, collaborative R&D management, and managing strategic intellectual property portfolios to scale eco-conscious businesses.
Kalana Marasinghe
Co-Founder & Technical DirectorKalana Marasinghe is an accomplished technology specialist and mechanical engineer with expertise spanning smart apparel, wearable tech, and electronic textiles. Blending rapid prototyping, mathematical modeling, and automated manufacturing processes, Kalana excels at transitioning product concepts from initial ideation to large-scale production. His work leverages open innovation and computational design to drive down production costs while solving complex societal and technological problems.
How We Think. How We Build.
Deep Curiosity
We ask the right questions before jumping to solutions. Understanding the problem deeply leads to better outcomes.
Bias for Action
Ideas are valuable. Executed ideas change the world. We move thoughtfully but deliberately.
Bridging Disciplines
Where technology meets human need. We connect engineering, design, and market reality.