Meet the core team at Malar, an influential team of individuals.
Sayan Navaratnam is a Canadian entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Malar Group, a private investment firm focused on backing entrepreneurs building the next generation of companies in artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, healthcare, manufacturing, and education.
With more than two decades of experience spanning technology, investment management, and company building, Sayan has developed a reputation for identifying exceptional opportunities early and helping founders navigate the journey from idea to scale. His career has provided him with exposure to hundreds of businesses across diverse industries, giving him a unique perspective on what drives long-term success, sustainable growth, and enduring value.
As an investor, Sayan is guided by a simple belief: great businesses are built by great people. Rather than acting as a passive source of capital, he works closely with entrepreneurs, providing strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a trusted network of operators, investors, and industry leaders. His approach is rooted in long-term partnership, shared values, and a commitment to building businesses that create meaningful impact.
Today, Sayan’s investment focus is increasingly centred on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies that have the potential to transform industries, strengthen Canadian competitiveness, and improve lives. Through Malar Group, he continues to support founders who combine bold ideas with disciplined execution while advancing his broader mission of helping build a stronger innovation ecosystem in Canada.
Born in Sri Lanka and raised in Canada, Sayan’s perspective has been shaped by resilience, hard work, and a belief that success carries a responsibility to create opportunities for others. Whether through investing, mentorship, or philanthropy, his focus remains the same: backing exceptional people and helping build companies that leave a lasting impact.
