Meet the Founder

Asela Herath is the Founder and Creator of the Global Musical Village (GMV)—a bold movement born from his lifelong passion for music and cultural harmony. With over two decades of leadership in customer service and operations for global brands such as Nissan, Samsung, Disneyland Paris, Suzuki, Yamaha, and Piaggio, he brings strategic excellence, innovation, and heart to this groundbreaking project.

From his early years, music was not just a hobby but a dream—a force he believed could bring people together beyond language, race, or borders. That dream became a mission: to create a space where the universal language of music could build bridges between cultures, foster peace, and empower rising artists from every corner of the globe.

🎓 Professional Background & Education (All qualified in Sri Lanka & validated in France.

• Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Management

• Advanced Diploma in Project Management

• Diploma in Automotive Workshop Management

• Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

• With this strong management, operations, and engineering foundation, Asela Herath has led large teams, developed dealership networks, overseen new vehicle logistics, and crafted high-impact service strategies across continents.

• 🌍 From Local Passion to Global Vision

• The Global Musical Village isn’t just a concept—it’s a lifetime’s vision. What started as a personal dream is now evolving into an international movement, with plans to launch:

• Dinner With Stars concert series starting in Paris

• Emerging EDM DJ competitions for young talent worldwide

• GMV Live Stage events in major cities
  
  

The physical GMV village in France, which will open in 2026, will include museums, educational institutions, themed restaurants, and performance arenas.

Under Asela Herath’s leadership, GMV is not only a platform for music—it's a platform for change, expression, and global connection.

📩 “This isn’t just about concerts or events. It’s about creating a musical home for the world—a place where every voice, rhythm, and beat is welcome.” —Asela Herath