Meet the Candidates for the AMCHAM Board of Governors
AMCHAM Thailand is honored to present our distinguished candidates for the 2025-2026 term for the Board of Governors. The men and women listed below are leaders in the Thai and international business community, representing diverse industries including manufacturing, healthcare, education, hospitality, finance, natural resources, and the law.
Wiyada Srinaganand
Managing Director
3M Thailand
Professional Background & Experience
I am currently Managing Director at 3M Thailand, where I joined in 2016 as General Counsel and a member of the management team. I was promoted to the Managing Director role in January 2020 while continuing to oversee legal affairs. Prior to my present role, I began my career at Coopers & Lybrand, progressing to roles at PWC and international law firms including White & Case and Norton Rose Fulbright after obtaining my LLM from University of Bristol. Then I transitioned to in-house corporate positions, which included taking on the role of General Counsel at Michelin Thailand.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
I am currently serving as AMCHAM 2024 Vice President and 2023 – 2024 Governor. One of my key objectives is to actively engage with the Committee responsible for Thailand’s Ease of Doing Business Law Reform to articulate legal challenges commonly faced by AMCHAM members in Thailand that are relevant to the Committee’s framework, and to advocate for reforms that will not only advance the interests of our members but also strengthen Thailand’s economic environment and its competitive position. I also serve as Board Liaison for the Legal Committee, Customs & Excise Council, and Education Committee this year. My journey with AMCHAM started in 2020, my involvement has progressively increased, which includes my past roles as Co-Chair of the Women’s Committee in 2021 and the ESG Council in 2022.
Board Governor Goals
I am dedicated to enhancing AMCHAM status as the leading and most proactive foreign chamber in Thailand where every one of us has proudly created meaningful impact for both our members and the Thai community for nearly 70 years. My ongoing efforts include continue advocating for the reform of Thailand’s Ease of Doing Business Law, aiming to reflect the shared interests of AMCHAM members while simultaneously contributing to Thailand’s economic prosperity and competitive positioning. Additionally, I am focused on highlighting AMCHAM and our members’ dedication to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ESG initiatives, with special attention to addressing environment challenges and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Chatit Huayhongtong
President
Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd.
Professional Background & Experience
I received a bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering and master’s degree in Business Administration from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand in 1994 and 2003, respectively.
I started my career at Chevron in 2002 as a petroleum engineer and have held a number of subsurface and operations positions. I assumed the President position in May 2021, responsible for Chevron’s upstream business in Thailand. I have had a career spanning over 30 years in engineering, operations, and leadership positions around the world, including in the United Kingdom and United States.
I believe heavily in the Chevron Way (i.e., getting results the right way) to fuel our business with systematic management of safety, health and environment, reliability, and efficiency to achieve world-class performance as well as to boost the corporate responsibility for a better future.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Having served as AMCHAM Board Governor since July 2022 and AMCHAM Vice President since the beginning of 2024, I have been involved with AMCHAM Thailand to promote the business interests in support of strengthening the U.S.-Thai bilateral relations and the competitiveness of the country. In addition, I have been actively supporting the ESG Council and have served as Chevron’s representative on the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council. I look forward to continuing to contribute my time and efforts in support of AMCHAM’s various activities, events, and meetings to enhance membership values and strengthen stakeholder relationships aligned with the Board’s responsibility statement.
Board Governor Goals
As a long-term investor in Thailand, Chevron recognizes that U.S. business plays a key role to support and further enhance the U.S.-Thailand bilateral economic and people-to-people relations. Throughout a 62-year history in Thailand, Chevron’s investment in the Thai energy sector has encouraged economic growth, creating jobs, developing, and deploying advanced technologies and enabling/supporting other Thai industries and business clusters. I will leverage my three-decade work experience to share best practices and U.S. business values to foster new investment and business opportunities for AMCHAM members in Thailand, particularly on ESG and sustainability, diversity & inclusion, and partnerships. I will do this by strengthening AMCHAM advocacy efforts and stakeholder engagement; support active membership participation and enhance business opportunities through strong committee activities and social and networking events; and promote responsible business practices and continue to foster positive image of U.S. business through a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility.
Narumon Chivangkur
Citi Country Officer and Banking Head Thailand
Citibank N.A.
Professional Background & Experience
Narumon Chivangkur (Fourth) is the Citi Country Officer (CCO) and Banking Head for Citi Thailand.
She joined Citibank as a Management Associate. Before becoming CCO, she was Citi Thailand’s Head of Markets & Securities Services. She has also served in various leadership roles in Markets under FX and Derivative Trading, Corporate Sales and Structuring, and Derivative Structuring.
Currently she serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of International Banks (AIB) Thailand.
Recently, she received Bangkok Post’s Women of the Year award in 2024. Fourth has an M.B.A. from California State University, San Bernardino, where she majored in Finance.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Board of Directors, Association of International Banks (AIB) Thailand.
Thai Bond Market Association
Board Governor Goals
– Leveraging my experience in managing global and local clients/institutions to strengthen future business development and governance of both AMCHAM and its member companies.
– Promoting the U.S. and other chambers of commerce to enhance and deepen network synergy and relationship with members and Thai communities, as well as government authorities.
Sondra Sutton Phung
General Manager – Global Truck
Ford Motor Company
Professional Background & Experience
1. Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Mathematics
2. 27 years work experience at Ford Motor Company, including 6 years in China, 3 years in Japan, and 3.5 years in Thailand. Core competencies: General Management, Marketing, Sales, & Service, Information Technology, and Program Management. Currently managing a 1.5 billion U.S. Dollars profit Global Truck Enterprise for Ford Motor Company across ASEAN, Australia/NZ, Middle East, South America, and Europe.
3. Board Experience includes:
• Board Director at Auto Alliance Thailand (2023 to Present)
• Executive Board Member, Jack and Jill of America, Inc. (2019 to 2023)
• Past President, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
• Board Member, City of Novi Cultural Arts Advisory Board
• Co-Founder, Dr. Melvin Webb STEM Endowment at Clark Atlanta University
AMCHAM & Association Experience
AMCHAM Shanghai: Automotive Council and Women’s Executive Network participant over the three years I lived in Shanghai.
AMCHAM Thailand (2023 – Present): Most recent experience was as a speaker at the Thailand – U.S. Trade and Investment Conference 2024. At my new leadership level (2023), I am now seeking a more involved role with AMCHAM Thailand.
Board Governor Goals
Thank you for the opportunity to be considered for the AMCHAM Board of Governors. If selected, my goal is to continue to promote the development of commerce between the U.S. and Thailand, particularly in the automotive sector. To date, Ford is one of the largest automotive investors in Thailand, with cumulative investments totaling more than 3.4 billion U.S. dollars since 1995. In 2021, Ford announced its largest single investment in Ford’s 25-year history in Thailand with a 900 million U.S. dollar investment to modernize our Thailand manufacturing operations. In addition to my company’s commitment to Thailand, I am personally committed to serving as a liaison to the Auto Council, and working with other OEMs/suppliers to address the most pressing concerns for our collective businesses.
Raymond Deidrick
VP & General Manager – ASEAN
Ingredion
Professional Background & Experience
Ray holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Trine University and a master’s degree in supply chain management from Penn State University. He worked for Ingredion from 2001-2019, holding operations leadership roles in the U.S. and Asia, before leaving to lead AgriProtein, a start-up business utilizing insects to recycle food waste with operations in the U.S., Europe, and Africa.
Ray rejoined Ingredion in 2023 to lead their ASEAN business as Vice President and General Manager, Texture & Healthful Solutions, based in Bangkok.
Ray is passionate about driving sustainable solutions that result in positive environmental, commercial, and social outcomes for business and the community. He currently represents Ingredion’s APAC business on their global sustainability council as well as sponsors Ingredion’s All Life Impact Team, a group of Ingredion team members who meet to share best practice and drive bottom-up improvement in sustainability.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Ray is currently a co-chair for the Food and Agri-business Council. He has taken this position starting early this year.
Board Governor Goals
My goal would be to have a positive impact on the team dynamics of the Board of Governors and to work to improve the reputation of American business in Thailand through an increase in sustainability projects that involve more than just one company or one organization. Collaboration is critical to make more impact in this area.
Winnie Wong
Country Manager
Mastercard
Professional Background & Experience
Winnie brings over 20 years of experience working in various ASEAN markets, with deep insights into commercial payments solutions, banking and the consumer goods sector. She has served as Country Manager for Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia since 2018, where she plays a pivotal role in establishing an ecosystem for safe and secure payments. Her efforts are instrumental in engaging regulators and stakeholders in creating a cashless and financially inclusive society. She was recently appointed as Country Manager for Thailand and Myanmar, and will continue Mastercard’s efforts to connect and power an inclusive digital economy.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Winnie has been an active member of AmCham Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City since 2020. She served as the Chair of the Board of Governors in 2022 and Vice Chair in 2023 and 2024. Winnie plays an active role in contributing to the growth of U.S. – Vietnam relations, including representing AmCham in strategic discussions with the Vietnamese government and the U.S. Mission.
AMCHAM Board Governor Goals
I hope to add diversity to the Board of Governors with representation in digital payments and payment technologies. With my experience in Vietnam, I also hope to be able to share relevant best practices as AMCHAM Thailand continues to foster a positive business environment in Thailand.
Mark Kuo
Country Manager Thailand
Pfizer Thailand
Professional Background & Experience
Mark is currently Country Manager of Pfizer Thailand, taking a leadership role as a successor to Deborah Seifert (former AMCHAM Board Member) since early 2024. Mark leads Pfizer Thailand in its purpose to bring breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. With his diverse and in-depth pharmacist knowledge, background, and strong leadership skills, Mark has brought more than two decades of extensive experience in marketing, sales, strategic planning, business operation and development as well as project management to drive the pharmaceutical industry toward his ambitious goal of changing more patients’ lives in Thailand.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Pfizer Thailand representatives have long been active contributors to AMCHAM Thailand in various activities over the years. This includes legacy leaders who have served as Board Governors, Healthcare Council Chairs, and representatives in high level government engagments. As a new leader to Thailand, I would like to bring Pfizer Thailand back as an active member to support a strong U.S. company reputation, representing the healthcare sector which has established a strong partnership with the Thai government, and help AMCHAM members with a healthcare industry interest to be able to expand their business in Thai society within a friendly business environment.
AMCHAM Board Governor Goals
As the leader of a major pharmaceutical company that plays a crucial role in supporting Thailand with innovative treatments and vaccines, especially during the Covid-19 crisis, I believe I can support AMCHAM’s mission to retain a good partnership with the Thai government and contribute to strengthening the American business community in Thailand, with a united voice across industries.
Kwanjit Sudsawad
Director of ASEAN Government Affairs
Seagate Technology
Professional Background & Experience
Kwanjit Sudsawad is a senior executive in Seagate’s extensive Thailand presence and is one of Thailand’s most well-regarded corporate affairs professionals. As Seagate’s Head of ASEAN Government Affairs, she is based in Bangkok, but also leads in other ASEAN markets. She has been with Seagate for 28 years.
Seagate is one of the largest MNC investors in Thailand, one of the largest exporters from Thailand, and a major success in the strategic U.S.-Thailand strategic relationship. Seagate is a global leading innovator of mass-capacity data storage and has shipped over four billion terabytes of data capacity. Kwanjit has driven Seagate’s commitment to Thailand and leads all interactions with multiple Thai Government Departments at the highest levels. This includes representing AMCHAM at Committee level in multiple meetings.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Kwanjit is the key participant and champion for Seagate’s long and active participation with AMCHAM. She has actively been involved in numerous AMCHAM Councils, including ESG, Government Affairs, and Customs & Excise. This has significantly contributed to American businesses in all sectors.
Kwanjit has also led Seagate’s extensive relationships with AmCham in Malaysia and Singapore., She took a leading role to provide input to the government policies and regulations which directly impact on businesses like Data Protection and the Cybersecurity Act. This experience in ASEAN will help her advocate on Thai issues.
Given its positioning at the center of global digital innovation, Seagate is at the forefront of economic and technological innovations in Thailand, and a major example of success for U.S. business in the Kingdom. Kwanjit looks forward to continuing to bring Seagate’s strengths to bear to support AMCHAM’s work in strengthening U.S.-Thailand business relationships.
Several Seagate officers have had the privilege to serve on AMCHAM’s Board of Governors, which is a tradition Kwanjit hopes to continue.
AMCHAM Board Governor Goals
Kwanjit has always been a passionate supporter of the American business community in Thailand. In 2025, Kwanjit will proactively support the drive of AMCHAM’s overall goal of promoting business and investment in Thailand through the Five to Thrive strategy by working closely with the Thai Government on a broad variety of issues.
Additionally, she will lead AMCHAM’s efforts to drive the clean energy transition in Thailand, ensuring that members of all sizes can participate in the success and have their voices heard by the government.
Kwanjit believes that AMCHAM Thailand is best served by an active, passionate Board of Governors. Joining the Board of Governors will allow her to bring her own and Seagate’s knowledge, resources, and experience to the table. She hopes that the community will support her vision of an interconnected, successful American business environment in Thailand, and vote for her to serve as a Governor.
Chin-Po Tseng
Managing Partner
TWLS Company Limited
Professional Background & Experience
New York & Taiwan licensed lawyer
Nonresident researcher at Harvard University on Southeast Asia Studies
Visiting scholar at the Institute of Asian Studies, Chulalongkorn University
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Amcham Thailand since 2023
Amcham Myanmar since 2016
Amcham Taiwan since long ago
AMCHAM Board Governor Goals
My goals for serving on the AMCHAM Thailand Board of Governors are to foster stronger business relationships between the U.S. and Thailand, support the growth and development of member companies, and enhance bilateral trade and investment opportunities. As a New York and Taiwan licensed lawyer with academic expertise in Southeast Asia, I am particularly attuned to the current shift of Taiwanese companies moving their supply chains to Thailand with the U.S. as the end market. My aim is to help these companies settle well, grow in Thailand, and succeed in the U.S. I will work to facilitate knowledge exchange and innovation, ensuring that AMCHAM Thailand remains a dynamic and influential organization. By promoting collaboration and inclusivity, I hope to contribute to a thriving business environment that benefits all stakeholders.
Philip Bernard
Senior Vice President, Global HDD Operations
Western Digital Storage Technology
Professional Background & Experience
Philip Bernard is the Senior Vice President of Global HDD Operations, with over 30 years of experience in the hard drive industry. He has held executive positions in engineering and operations at Western Digital Corporation in both Asia and the United States. In his current role, based in Thailand, he leads WD’s main operation in Thailand together with pilot factories overseas, as well as engineering support ranging from tools and test equipment design to sustaining engineering in many countries.
Philip holds multiple patents in the field of storage engineering and is a strong advocate for Industry 4.0 technologies, contributing to both industry and academic advancements.
AMCHAM & Association Experience
Philip Bernard, through Western Digital’s membership in Malaysia, has been an active participant and strong supporter of AMCHAM Malaysia activities during his tenure in Kuala Lumpur. During the Covid-19 pandemic, he closely partnered with AMCHAM Malaysia CEO Datuk Siobhan Das on initiatives aimed at supporting the efforts of the relevant Malaysian authorities/agencies that were grappling with the pandemic. Their efforts focused on allowing a significant number of electrical and electronics-based manufacturing companies to continue operating as critical industries despite the country’s total lockdown. This was crucial in alleviating the severe shortages of electronic components affecting the global supply chain at that time.
On the academic front, Philip Bernard served as a member of the Industrial Advisory Panel for the School of Engineering and Computer Engineering at Monash University’s Malaysian campus from 2012 to 2015. In March 2021, he was appointed as the Industrial Advisor for the Physics Department at Xiamen University Malaysia.
AMCHAM Board Governor Goals
Philip believes he can contribute as a Governor, particularly in the areas of sustainability in industry and the promotion of widespread use of 4IR/5IR/AI technologies at both the industry and community levels in Thailand. Regarding sustainability, renewable energy (RE) is a critical topic in Thailand and globally, especially in manufacturing, due to stringent regulatory controls requiring green energy usage. Pricing and availability of RE will become significant issues for manufacturers, necessitating associations like AMCHAM to lead efforts in advocating for competitiveness with relevant authorities and energy producers.
On the topic of 4IR/5IR/AI, there is a continuous need to push for higher adoption rates among member businesses and the SMEs that support them. Philip’s valuable experience in implementing 4IR technologies within Western Digital’s factories and its early adoption of AI can be leveraged by AMCHAM to raise awareness among its members about the potential of these platforms, particularly in terms of productivity. Additionally, there is a need to upskill workforces with AI/4IR knowledge alongside their adoption, an area where Philip’s expertise can be instrumental.
Contact Details
101 True Digital Park, Griffin Building, Level 12A, Unit No.12A-06, Sukhumvit Road, Bangchak, Phra Khanong, Bangkok 10260
Tel: +66 (0) 2119-3350
membership@amchamthailand.com
