Deloitte Thailand Launches Program for Women Board Members

By: Women Entrepreneurs Review Team | Tuesday, 26 May 2026

Deloitte Thailand has launched a new Board-Ready Women program to empower aspiring women board members to acquire knowledge, network and build confidence in making their way into the boardroom in Thailand.

This is the first edition of the invite-only program, which will take place from May to August 2026. A senior leaders forum for directors, regulators and business leaders which will guide participants through the evolving expectations of board leaders, governance fundamentals, fiduciary duty, personal branding, cyber security and governance of AI.

The proportion of women in senior executive positions in Thailand has an unequal history with gender representation on boards. The United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges (UN SSEs) initiative 2026 report shows that women account for only 20% of Thailand's share of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), while the average for Asia is 18%.

“Boards today are navigating a more complex landscape than ever before — from digital disruption and shifting geopolitical dynamics to heightened scrutiny on governance and accountability. Diversity of experience and perspective is not just a principle we believe in; it is a strategic necessity for boards that want to lead effectively. This program is our commitment to developing the next generation of women leaders who are ready to take their seat at the table,” said Dr. Metinee Jongsaliswang, Country Managing Partner, Deloitte Thailand & Laos and board member for Deloitte Southeast Asia and Asia Pacific.

For this year's program, the speakers have been carefully selected from Thailand's best and most respected institutions and are the most prestigious and influential speakers in the country. This will comprise senior executives and thought-leaders from leading firms and the leaders of the Thai Institute of Directors and the SET.

Key Highlights:

• Deloitte launched Thailand’s first Board-Ready Women Programme for aspiring female board leaders
• Women currently hold only 20% of board seats in Thailand’s SET-listed companies
• The programme will connect participants with top business leaders, regulators, and governance experts

The fact that this is a combination of knowledge and a myriad of perspectives from the highest level of leadership and governance is a gift in and of itself. This program will be a valuable forum for knowledge sharing, future thinking and meaningful networking with those who are driving the business environment forward in Thailand.

“Thailand has made real progress in developing women leaders across its corporate sector, but boardroom representation remains an area where we can and must do more. Talent has no gender boundaries, and diverse boards are better equipped to meet today’s changing expectations placed on boards. Programs like this play an important role in building a path to the boardroom for the next generation of directors,” said Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul, Chairperson of the Board, Kasikornbank Public Company Limited.

 “The Thai Institute of Directors has long championed the view that good governance begins with well-prepared directors. When boards invest in the quality and diversity of their composition, they make better decisions, ask harder questions, and build more resilient organizations. This program addresses a real gap in the landscape in supporting aspiring directors. Expanding the pipeline of board-ready women can help us to meet the expectations of regulators, investors, and the public alike,” said Dr. Kulpatra Sirodom, Honorary Chair, Thai Institute of Directors Association.

The Board-Ready Women Program is part of the Deloitte Southeast Asia Boardroom Program. The Deloitte Boardroom Program is designed to address governance challenges of the 21st century, and equipping boards and C-Suite executives with resources, tools and know-how to help them steer through the uncertainties in an evolving business landscape.

“Over the past decade, the Board-Ready Women Program has grown in impact and presence across Southeast Asia, offering curated thought leadership and networking opportunities to participants. Now, we are excited to bring this program to Thailand to empower senior women executives to step into the boardroom and contribute to excellence in corporate governance with their unique perspectives,” said Seah Gek Choo, Boardroom Program Leader, Deloitte Southeast Asia.