In this episode of Infinite Waves, host Russell Motha sits down with Professor Janaka Ruwanpura, an internationally recognized academic leader whose journey spans from Sri Lanka to Harvard and beyond. Known for bridging engineering innovation with global collaboration, Professor Ruwanpura shares his powerful insights on leadership, mentorship, and the evolving role of technology and AI in education and construction. Whether you’re an engineer, educator, or aspiring changemaker, this episode will remind you that true leadership starts with planning your path, embracing mentorship, and daring to take the next step.
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A bit about our guest: Dr. Janaka Ruwanpura is a globally recognized academic leader and engineer, currently serving as Vice Provost (International) at the University of Calgary, where he champions global collaboration, research excellence, and innovation in higher education. A former Canada Research Chair in Project Management Systems, he has been celebrated for his groundbreaking work in construction productivity, internationalization, and leadership development.
Connect with Dr. Janaka Ruwanpura on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/in/janaka-ruwanpura-phd-peng-pqs-fcae-nac-6a118a5
About Russell & Infinite Waves: Russell is the Account Executive with Kr8ive Innovations Lab where he builds sales strategies to penetrate new markets with the latest technologies and AI, reach industry leaders, and collaborate with our solutions in various industries.
Connect with Russell on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellmotha
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