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Meet our judges
Thailand’s Best Managed Companies applications are reviewed each year by a judging panel comprised of independent members that decides which companies will be awarded the Best Managed designation. Their role is crucial in identifying companies that exemplify exceptional management practices based on the program’s trademark Four Pillar approach, which meticulously evaluates strategic direction, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and governance and financials.
Thailand’s Best Managed Companies Judging Panel
Dr. Pavitra Jindahra
Assistant Professor of Marketing, Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University
Dr. Pavitra Jindahra is currently an Assistant Professor of Marketing and the lead of the Data Analytics Center at the Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok. Her research spans quantitative analysis, big data, consumer decision-making processes, marketing and public policy, and consumer well-being. Dr. Jindahra's recent work focuses on consumer healthy choices, consumer well-being in aging societies, and consumer response to cultural globalization.
At Sasin, Dr. Jindahra teaches Marketing Analytics, Statistics, and Pricing in the MBA/EMBA programs and Marketing Models in the PhD program. In her consulting practice, she leverages data analytics to enhance marketing decision-making for clients in retailing, banking, transportation, and tourism industries.
Dr. Jindahra has been recognized with the CMO Asia Best Professor in Marketing Award. She is a recipient of prestigious scholarships and fellowships, including the King Anandamahidol Scholarship, Fulbright Scholarship, and William Larimer Mellon Fellowship.
Dr. Jindahra holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from Carnegie Mellon University, an M.S. in Business Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles, an M.B.A. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a B.S. in Accounting from Thammasat University.
Thanadech Kulpativan
Managing Editor of BrandAge and BrandAge Online
Thanadech Kulpativan is a distinguished media professional and co-founder of BrandAge magazine and BrandAge Online. With a rich background in journalism, he has served as an editor for both daily and weekly newspapers, demonstrating a commitment and enthusiasm for producing high-quality content that resonates with readers.
Beyond his editorial work, Thanadech provides consultancy and marketing services to leading brands. He is a respected judge for numerous prestigious competitions, such as:
- Vice Chairman of the judging panel for the Ad That Works award at the Adman Awards and Symposium by the Advertising Association of Thailand.
- Judge for the Best Thai Brand category in the Prime Minister’s Export Award by the Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce.
- Judge for the National Innovation Awards by the National Innovation Agency.
Thanadech also serves as an advisor to the Advertising Association of Thailand and the SME Federation, among other organizations. Additionally, he is a guest lecturer at leading public and private universities, sharing his expertise and insights with the next generation of media professionals.
Mr. Darutsakorn Wisootthisin
Assistant Secretary-General to The Thai Bankers’ Association (TBA)
Mr. Darutsakorn Wisootthisin is an Assistant Secretary-General to The Thai Bankers’ Association (TBA). His areas of responsibility are Corporate Development, Project Management, and International Affairs. Major projects are 3-year TBA Strategic Plan and its related projects. He’s also a part of strategic planning team of TBA. Prior to the current role, he has an extensive experience in Corporate Banking with Deutsche Bank, Citibank, and Kasikorn Bank Plc. He has over 15 years of experiences in the area of Relationship Management and Transaction Banking.
Mr.Darutsakorn Wisootthisin has a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Seattle Pacific University, and holds Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Majoring in Finance & Banking, from Assumption University.
