What is your name?
Amodhi Weeresinghe
What is your title?
CEO
What is your business name?
HCL Designs
What is your website URL?
www.hcldesigns.com
What is your Instagram handle?
@hcl_designsllc
What is your LinkedIn URL?
linkedin.com/in/amodhi-weeresinghe
How long have you been a Boston Business Women member?
2016 (Free Member) — Paid Member since 2019
Where are you based? How did you end up there?
Boston has always been my anchor. Despite exploring work opportunities from here to South Korea and India, I found my way back, particularly due to the upheaval of 2020. Now, with our office rooted in Roxbury, it’s a bit like coming full circle, making business happen right here where it all started for me.
Tell us more about your company! What do you do and what pushed you to start?
HCL Designs is close to my heart—it’s not just a brand and technology firm but a reflection of my journey. We dive into conversion design, covering brand identity to website and app development, with the genuine goal to create brands people can feel close to while celebrating our clients’ successes. It all began casually, creating logos and apps as a small side project to pay for my wedding. Fast forward from making just $300 in February 2022, we’ve grown, possibly touching a million this year, thanks to some wonderful clients and lots of word of mouth.
How have you grown within your personal and professional life due to the success of your business?
On a personal level, the growth of HCL Designs has nudged me into trusting myself more. There was lingering imposter syndrome at first, especially when larger clients started coming in. But realizing the tangible value and growth we bring to our clients—often boosting their revenue by at least 100%—anchored my confidence. Professionally, I’ve embraced the art of delegation. Investing in a stellar team has maintained our standards and freed me to focus on scaling other aspects of the business.
What is your definition of success? How do you know when you’ve reached it?
I see success as a journey, not just a finish line. It’s about the effort and heart you put into something, not just the outcome. If I can look back and say, “I gave it everything,” then I’m proud. Even setbacks come with lessons, and that too, is a form of success.
Tell us about your most transformational moment as an entrepreneur.
The moment that stands out is when I managed to put myself on payroll and switch my bills to auto-pay. It wasn’t just about money—it was reassurance that I’m building something sustainable. That moment was both simple and profoundly transformative.
What was one of your biggest challenges in business?
Despite being a founder, I’m a massive introvert. A big challenge has been navigating large conferences and networking events. Marketing the company with myself at the forefront is still a learning curve.
How has being a Boston Business Women Inner Circle member positively influenced your life and business?
Entrepreneurship can be solitary, especially for women. Joining the BBW Inner Circle helped me find a community where my journey resonated with others. The connections, wisdom, and quality referrals I’ve gained are truly invaluable.
Tell us about your most proud moment in your career.
Starting my business was the proudest leap. Leaving a job I loved to take a chance on myself was terrifying but rewarding. Looking back, I’m glad I took that risk—it’s been worth every challenge.
Who is the woman behind your business? What does she like? How does she spend her free time? What does she value?
Behind the business, there’s just me, a big foodie. I love trying new restaurants and experimenting with recipes, usually with my husband. I even dream of starting a supper club someday—a cozy place for people to enjoy good food together.
What makes you stand out from others in your field? What do you do differently?
I deliver—no excuses. My clients get an experience they can’t find elsewhere, and I make sure they feel like I’m part of their team.
Where can we keep up with you? What social media platforms do you use the most?
You can catch up with us on Instagram. We share behind-the-scenes moments, highlight projects, and post our latest blog insights there.