February in Full Bloom πͺ·
Dear Good Life X Community, we're excited to share our updates for the month of February with you π
β The THRIVE Canvas developed by Good Life X has been recognized by the National Innovation Agency (NIA) in the first Innovation Report of the Country. The report shed light on groundbreaking innovations which are leading the future of Sri Lankaβs economy π
We are honoured to have a place amongst many other trailblazing initiatives rooted towards making a good life using business models as a tool π
β Join Our Ecosystem on WhatsApp! ππ«
Weβre now on WhatsApp! Click the link to connect with a vibrant community passionate about nature-conscious initiatives, culture, creativity, business, innovation, science, research, and more.
Be part of the movement to regenerate Sri Lankaβs abundance and position it as a beacon of sustainability in South Asia. Share insights, stay updated on new developments, and collaborate to shape a thriving, sustainable future for Sri Lanka - join us today πΏπ
β In February, GLX Founder, Randhula de Silva and GLX Alchemist Arj Wignaraja joined South East Asia Leadership Academy (SEALA) in Penang, Malaysia as facilitators and presenters on THRIVE Canvas! π
SEALA is a ten-day immersive training bootcamp, attended by international participants, facilitators and world class faculty, exploring what it means to be an authentic leader of the future π€π€ π
Are you interested to learn more on what the THRIVE Canvas is about? Join this yearβs schedule of THRIVE Canvas Masterclasses, where we have had over 50 diverse organizations and individuals join to learn how this innovative tool can take their business to the next level π
Sign up here to attend our Masterclasses this 2025!
β GLX Founder, Randhula de Silva spoke at the UNGC Compass 2025, delivering a thoughtful and insightful message on the intersection of innovation and sustainability, and urged business to rethink their place in our world, as drivers of positive change π«
β GLX joined KALA South Asia 2025, a platform dedicated to modern and contemporary visual art in the region, as Programming Advisor for KALΔ Commune: residency and exhibition program committed to uplifting the local arts ecosystem π¨
GLX curated and moderated two panel discussions:
π βThe Role of Art Education| Bridging Creativity, Industry, and Influenceβ
Panelists: Dr. T. Sanaathanan, Kaushalya Fernando, and Muvindu Binoy
π βReclaiming and Reimagining the Future of Arts in South Asia| A Decolonized Visionβ
Panelists: Dr. Ganga Rajinee Dissanayaka, Amila de Mel, and Pathum Egodawatte
These discussions explored the intersections of art, education, and industry, while also envisioning a future for South Asian art that moves beyond colonial legacies β¨
GLX Alumni Winsβ¨
β Four GLX alumni were featured in the Lit Market at the Galle Literary Festival 2025 π It was an inspiring four days celebrating the powerful intersection of literature, food, art, and culture, where vibrant conversations, creativity, and joyful moments flourishedβοΈ
Congratulations to SOZO Beverages, Nootz by Ceylon Exports and Trading, Goodfolks and Lala Studio β‘
β More news from Nootz by Ceylon Exports and Trading! β‘ After extensive research, Nootz has refined their formula to just three organic ingredients: a dairy-free coconut milk base with healthy MCT fats, electrolyte-rich coconut water, and vitamin-packed fruit pulp π§πΉ
Nootz has also expanded their locations worldwide!
They are available at nearly 500 organic stores in Germany via wholesalers Denree and Ekoring. Nootzβs largest retailer is Denβs Biomarkt and they are available at some other supermarkets Edeka and REWE. Check out this link for more
Nearly 300 stores in the UAE, including 100 Union Co-op stores which now feature Nootz on their organic aisles. They will soon be at Spinneys, Grandiose, Lulu and Carrefour π«
And, in March of 2025, Nootz is launching in Japan β‘
Check out their website for more!
β Alumnus of the GLX Accelerator in 2020, Owita Organics is celebrating the growth of their Gampola Agri-Tech Park, established in March 2024, pioneering Climate-Smart Organic Agriculture with advanced technology to combat climate change βοΈπ±β‘
They now have 11,500 poly tunnels, covering 15,000 sq. ft., utilizing intercropping to maximize land efficiency and diversify income streams. Further, Owita Organics has delved into the science of organic farming, through the exploring of optimal soil mediums to boost yields sustainably, aiming to develop a replicable climate-smart model for global adoption πWe see big things coming their way! Congratulations, Team Owita! π±π₯³
β In 2025, Goodfolks, alumnus of the Accelerator 2020 program and the THRIVE Pilot Program in 2023, has declared the Year of the Home Garden to promote regenerative agriculture πTo further this initiative, weβre excited to announce that they have partnered with World Vision Lanka, leveraging their rural network for sustainable community development π π₯ Congratulations Goodfolksπ«π₯³
Love seeing how GLX is weaving together innovation, sustainability and creativity across so many sectors. The THRIVE Canvas sounds like such a powerful tool especially in a time when businesses are being called to rethink their impact on the world. What has been the biggest mindset shift you've seen from organizations adopting the Canvas so far?