Nurture Higher Education Presents: Leading Women’s Summit 2026
Schedule
Tue Mar 10 2026 at 04:30 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC+07:00Location
Sofitel So Hotel Bangkok Sathorn | Nana Plaza, BR
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Nurture Higher Education Presents Leading Women’s Summit 2026
Harness the Power
Brought to you by Advance Australia Council Thailand (AACT) & ANZWG
In support of International Women’s Day
📅 Tuesday, 10 March 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 SO/ Bangkok, Sathorn
About the Summit
The Leading Women’s Summit 2026 is not a traditional conference.
Guided by the theme “Harness the Power”, this immersive evening brings together 24 of the region’s most influential women to move beyond inspiration and into action.
Designed as a high-energy, intimate round-table experience, the summit connects established leaders (“Pillar Leaders”) with rising professionals in honest, practical conversations focused on unlocking leadership potential and creating real-world impact.
The Experience
Interactive Round-Table Conversations
Instead of sitting in an audience, participants will engage directly with speakers through a structured speed-mentoring format, rotating through small-group discussions throughout the evening.
✨ What makes this different:
- No stage panels or keynote speeches
- Small, facilitated round-table conversations
- Direct access to senior leaders
- Practical insights you can apply immediately
- Think boardroom conversations, not conference talks.
What You’ll Gain
🔥 Inspiring leadership stories - real challenges, real breakthroughs
💬 Meaningful dialogue with senior women across sectors
🎯 Actionable ideas to take back to your organisation or career
🤝 High-quality networking with professionals and leaders
🥂 Drinks & canapés during the networking reception
🎁 Lucky Draw for Charity — enjoy the chance to win curated prizes, with 100% of lucky draw proceeds donated to APSW Thailand (Association for the Promotion of the Status of Women), supporting vulnerable women and children in Thailand
Each conversation is designed to help you identify where your power is currently held back and how to harness it.
Featuring Leading Women - Across Diplomacy, Security & Resilience, Business, and Social Impact
H.E. Dr. Angela Macdonald — Australia
H.E. Millicent Cruz-Paredes — Philippines
H.E. Anna Hammargren — Sweden
H.E. Ilse Lilian Ferrer Silva — Mexico
Cindy Bishop — CEO & Founder, Dragonfly360
Kae Chollada Mekratri Sirisant — Founder, The Voice
Nat Vacharaphol — Sisterhood Podcast & CCO, Thairath
Col. Patcharin Soontornwan — Thai Royal Air Force
Col. Wandee Tosuwan — Military Research & Development Centre
Dr. Eix Kanpassorn Suriyasangpetch — Founder, Ooca
Ririnda Tangtatswas — Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Betagro Group
Yanisa Ninlawong — General Manager, ANCA CNC Machine
Dr. Pavida Pananond — Professor of International Business and Global Strategy, Thammasat University
Bronwyn Parry — General Manager, Corporate & External Relations, Kingsgate / Akara
Darlin Bean — CEO, XMCN
Laura Ashton — Director / Advisor, Low Carbon Advisory BOD
Lyn Kok — Founder & CEO, Mula-X
(Full speaker lineup to be announced)
MC by Khaopod Smitinand & Naambo Shivute
Who Should Attend
- Emerging and established women leaders
- Professionals seeking mentorship and perspective
- Entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and changemakers
- Anyone ready to step into greater influence and impact
Dress Code
Power Professional
Wear what makes you feel confident, capable, and formidable.
Charity Partner
This event proudly supports APSW Thailand — The Association for the Promotion of the Status of Women under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Somavali Krom Muen Suththanarinath, supporting vulnerable women and children in Thailand.
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Where is it happening?
Sofitel So Hotel Bangkok Sathorn, 2/2 ซอย งามดูพลี, สาทร, กรุงเทพมหานคร, กรุงเทพมหานคร 10120, ประเทศไทย, Nana Plaza, ThailandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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