The NIST Foundation
As one of the only not-for-profit schools in the Bangkok international school community, NIST is overseen by the NIST International School Foundation, represented by members who are both elected by parents and appointed. The majority of the members of the foundation must be parents or guardians of children who attend NIST, and thus represent the interests of the entire community through their governance.
The NIST Executive School Board
Elected by their peers on the NIST Foundation board, the NIST Executive School Board oversees the school on its behalf. Through their work they support the NIST’s mission and vision, maintain financial oversight, and contribute to the community’s strategic direction. In addition to oversight of the school’s operations, together with NIST Foundation members, the board forms committees to support particular areas.
A Detailed Look at Our Governance
Our community strives to be as transparent as possible in the role and function of both the NIST Foundation and Executive School Board. Their respective responsibilities and the election process are detailed in our governance overview.
NIST Foundation Board
Mr. Sarath Ratanavadi
Chairman
Mr. Prab Thakral
School Board Chair
Mr. Ravi Sawhney
Founding Member
Mr. Bruce G. Hemmingsen
Secretary & Treasurer
Ms. Angkana Uthaisangchai
Member
Mr. Charoen (Timmy) Kokar
Member
Mr. Krisada Lamsam
Member
Ms. Nathalie Taib
Member
Dr. Nattavut Kulnides
Member
Dr. Papinya Sirimongkolkasem
Member
Ms. Patricia Kelly
Member
Ms. Pornpan Chayasuntorn
Member
Mr. Quentin Job
Member
Mr. Sarut Ruttanaporn
Member
Mr. Sathaporn Kamkong
Member
Mr. Stephen J. Cooper
Member
Mr. Suksawat Watewai
Member
Mr. Tanon Tantisunthorn
Member
Mr. Thai Khoon Quincy Yu
Member
Mr. Thanes Rajatapiti
Member
Dr. Vanessa Steinmayer
Member
Mr. Wai Kiat Michael Soon
Member
Mr. Yosathep Singhsachathet
Member
Executive School Board
Mr. Prab Thakral (Board Chair)
Ms. Angkana Uthaisangchai (Member)
Mr. Bruce Hemmingsen (Member)
Mr. Krisada Lamsam (Member)
Mr. Charoen (Timmy) Kokar (Member)
Ms. Patricia (Trish) Kelly (Member)
Mr. Tanon Tantisunthorn (Member)
Mr. Thanes Rajatapiti (Member)
Mr. Wai Kiat Michael Soon (Member)
Dr. James Dalziel (Staff Representative)
Ms. Poonam Sachdev (Member & Secretary)
School Board Committees
Members of the NIST Foundation, NIST Executive School Board and school leadership serve on various committees that contribute to the ongoing development of the school, while also providing oversight to ensure that progress aligns to our mission and values.
