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BCCT BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2025-26

Following Friday lunchtime's earthquake BCCT hopes that all members and their families are safe and well. Our heartfelt thoughts are with those who may have been affected or experienced any difficulties as a result of this incident.

At Thursday’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) seven board directors were elected to serve two-year terms from now to March 2027. A warm welcome to the four newcomers to the board and the three re-elected board directors. Special thanks for standing to the three candidates who were unsuccessful this year.

The new board has elected Pinyapa (Aime) Somphong, Managing Partner of TWLS to serve as BCCT Chair; Aime is supported by the following Vice Chairs: Gareth Davies of DDX; and Nattinee Netraumpai of Unilever.

Aime notes “Huge thanks to all BCCT members for your continued support. It has been an honour to serve as a BCCT Board Director over the years. I have witnessed remarkable progress and development within the Chamber and I’m proud of how the Chamber continues to stay dynamic, diverse and adaptable in today’s fast-moving world.

I remain fully committed to serving our BCCT members and working to further enhance the member experience. Whether through listening, exchanging ideas, or building strong connections, I am confident that we can continue to strengthen the Chamber and deliver the greatest possible value to all our members. My sincere thanks also go to the Chamber staff, Working Group Leads, and my fellow Board Directors for their hard work and dedication in supporting BCCT community.”

The full BCCT Board for 2025-26 is as follows:-

Chair

PINYAPA SOMPHONG - Managing Partner at TWLS Company Limited

Pinyapa (Aime) brings much knowledge and experience having served on the BCCT board for four years from 2018 to 2021, and as Vice Chair in 2021. After graduating with a Master’s Degree in International Trade and Commercial Law from Durham University she moved back to Thailand in 2015. With years of experience, in both legal and business practices, Aime has a pool of knowledge and great understanding in business model concept and the existential needs for successful and sustained business and investment.

Vice Chairs

GARETH DAVIES - Partner & CTO at DDX

Gareth is the Chief Technical Officer of DDX, an award-winning consultancy specialising in sustainability, smart cities, and mobility. He has a decade of experience in managing technical consulting firms, including eight years in Asia. 

NATTINEE NETRAUMPAI - Head of Corporate Affairs at Unilever Thai Trading Co., Ltd

Nattinee joined Unilever Thailand in 2019 as Head of External Affairs and Media Relations, leveraging her extensive government relations experience. Prior to Unilever, she played a key role in Thailand's trade and investment landscape, contributing to negotiations of various FTAs and agreements.

Directors 

TEE BALE - Deputy General Manager, Operations at British Club

A successful General Manager in the Hotel, Restaurant, and Café/Catering sector, Tee is currently into his eighth year at the British Club Bangkok. His current role includes working closely with many embassies, chambers, international schools, hospitals, and a cross section of all expat businesses in Thailand. 

ANN BELL - Managing Director at PCS Security and Facility Services Limited

Ann joined PCS as CEO in early 2021 to spearhead the transformation of the business. Her leadership steered the business during the Covid period, and with vision and drive takes the business to a new level focusing on increased social mobility, technology, digitalisation, sustainability and governance. 

GIORGIO GAMBA - Chief Executive Officer at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC)

Giorgio Gamba was appointed CEO of HSBC Thailand in August 2021. He is a strong advocate of promoting investment and trade between Thailand and the UK which aligns with BCCT's own mission. He is  also focused on the development of sustainable finance and the digital economy.

MARTIN HURLEY - General Manager at Lancaster Bangkok

Martin Hurley is the General Manager of Lancaster Bangkok: a luxury hotel offering elegant accommodation and premium amenities in the heart of the city. Martin Chairs the Events and Travel & Tourism Working Groups and he previously served four years on the BCCT Board including two years as a Vice Chair.

RACHEL JONES - Head of Admissions at Bangkok Patana School

Rachel is Head of Admissions at Bangkok Patana School, Thailand’s oldest and largest British international school. She has been serving as a BCCT Board Director since 2022. Bangkok Patana School has had a strong partnership with BCCT for over 20 years, including seven years as a Sterling level sponsor. 

IAN KAVANAGH - Regional Operations Director at AB Food and Beverages (Thailand) Ltd

Ian Kavanagh is the Regional Operations Director of AB Food and Beverages (Thailand): the manufacturer and distributor of food and beverage products including Twinings and Ovaltine. Ian has been working in Thailand for five years and is responsible for the regional supply chain.

WARAPORN MUPAISAN - Director at LawtonAsia Insurance Brokers Ltd

Waraporn has 25 years experience in the Thai insurance industry and currently handles group employee benefits insurance for large corporate clients. Her responsibilities also include oversight of LawtonAsia’s insurance ethics and compliance, and liaison with the insurance regulator. 

ORNUTHAI NA CHIANGMAI - CEO & Country Chair at The Shell Company Thailand Limited

Ornuthai Na Chiangmai is the CEO and Country Chair of The Shell Company Thailand. The company offers high-quality energy solutions, including fuels, lubricants, and petrochemicals, supporting Thailand's mobility and industrial growth. 

DAVID NORCROSS - CEO & Founder at Lexicon Business Communications

David Norcross is Founder & CEO of Lexicon: Thailand’s leading digital storytelling agency. David is an active board director and is Chairman and founder of the BCCT Marketing & Communications (Marcoms) Working Group, and was previously Chair of BCCT's Digital Technology Working Group. 

SIMON SHALE - CEO at Senior Aerospace Thailand Ltd

Simon Shale is the CEO of Senior Aerospace Thailand based in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) of Thailand. The company specialises in precision-engineered components for the aerospace industry, delivering high-quality manufacturing and engineering solutions. 

PHINNIPHA SURIYONG - Managing Director at Aplus Career

Phinnipha Suriyong has over 16 years of experience in executive search and recruitment team leadership. Phinnipha (Nina) Chairs the Women in Business Working Group and is a member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Working Group. She also leads BCCT's Annual Mentoring Programme.

Honorary Treasurer

BLAKE DIMSDALE - Audit and Advisory Partner at Forvis Mazars (Thailand) Ltd.

Blake moved to Thailand in 2004 and joined Forvis Mazars in 2009. Forvis Mazars in Thailand is a leading audit, accounting, tax, legal, and financial advisory practice, with over 280 professionals combining the benefits of an integrated global partnership and the local experience of the Partners.

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