About Yasith Weerasuriya CA

Yasith Weerasuriya, based in Irvine, CA, is a member of the Celiac Disease Foundation’s board of directors. With over three decades of experience as a higher-education Executive Administrator, he has been instrumental in leading Stanbridge University of Southern California to national recognition. The university is celebrated for its focus on innovation, technology, academic rigor, and community involvement. Its curriculum prepares nurses and allied healthcare providers through advanced practices and the integration of digital technologies in life sciences.

A graduate of Wichita University, known for its applied learning and research focus, Yasith began his journey in education with a vision of leveraging the internet’s potential for enhanced learning. He was pivotal in establishing key partnerships with emerging Silicon Valley tech companies to integrate digital technology into classrooms, positioning him as a leader in educational innovation.

Yasith co-founded Executive 2000 Inc., which later evolved into Stanbridge University. His leadership propelled the institution to prominence in fields such as Information Technology, Security, and Optical Fiber training. A landmark achievement during this time was forging a collaboration with Microsoft Corp., enabling the introduction of advanced computer technology to numerous California community colleges during the initial rollout of Internet services.