The International Business Association of Phuket Board of Directors
IBAP Board of Directors
The IBAP Board of Directors is an elected body of volunteers chosen from the IBAP general membership. There are four officers: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. The remainder of the Board is comprised of five trustees, the immediate past president and one or more alternates.
The terms of office are for a two year period commencing at our Annual Meeting in March. The President and Treasurer and two trustees are elected in odd number years while the Vice President, Secretary and three trustees are elected in even number years. Alternates are either elected or appointed by the board and serve a one-year term.
Members of the Board
Having started in India researching the industry and getting a foothold exporting outdoor furniture to the United Kingdom James then moved to Bangkok in 1999 and joined a large manufacturing company, Maxialto Furniture Industries. James set up and managed factories in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Ratchaburi, Rayong and the provinces surrounding Bangkok.
In 2005, with the dominance of the Thai furniture industry waning in the face of serious competition from China and Vietnam, James had to make a decision as to whether continue to expand in China and shut down operations in Thailand, meaning relocating to China, or refocus his furniture manufacturing and marketing skills on the local market.
In agreement with his wife that moving their 2 young children, both born in Thailand, to mainland China would not be in their best interests, they decided to stay and look at opportunities locally.
James now puts his vast manufacturing and marketing skills to good use in the booming property development market in Thailand.
Clive is an experienced International educator and former Head of ICT at the British International School in Phuket. Clive has recently established Reflex Education Solutions - an independent Phuket based Education solutions Company. Reflex Solutions offers open source web based software solutions for Education, which was presented to IBAP for program topic in February 2010.
As Vice President Clive is responsible for coordinating our monthly meeting programs so anyone with thoughts or suggestions related to our monthly programs, please contact him.
Having spent many years living and working outside the USA, primarily in the Soviet Union, Denny decided to relocate to Phuket in 1996. With local Internet deveopment still in the near future Denny saw the eventual need for an online directory system and developed Phuket Directory, one of the first Internet enterprises in Phuket.
Denny is a charter member of IBAP and became involved with the board at the first meeting. Working together with a small group of dedicated members Denny has continuously contributed to the development of IBAP. Some of his contributions include structuring our constitution, building our boards of directors, developing and chairing our Business Fairs, initiating our university student program, and developing this IBAP website, our database and email announcements. As a board member Denny has served four years as secretary, eight years as IT chair and is now in his second full-term as treasurer.
Outside Phuket Directory and IBAP Denny is a US Embassy Warden here in Phuket, member of the Phuket Chamber of Commerce, charter secretary of the Lions Club of Patong Beach and charter secretary of the Phuket Council of the Navy League of the United States.
Simone has become a familiar face to most of us because she gets involved, directly and hands-on. She has been instrumental in several aspects of promoting IBAP all over Phuket through her marketing company's brochure stands and personal meetings with a great number of businesses. Simone has agreed to serve in the position of IBAP Secretary.
We've gotten to know Richard through his involvement in presenting a monthly program to IBAP and further arranging several other programs. Richard serves as a director to Global Business Services in Bangkok and has delivered or participated in corporate events for organizations as diverse as IBM, Corus Steel, and Honeywell.
Nigel Burt relocated to Thailand from the UK in 2003 joining IBAP at that time. In the UK he spent 18 years in the fitted furniture business working for various companies, eventually running his own, supplying national builders. The 12 years prior to moving to Thailand he was involved in corporate entertainment and training throughout the UK and Europe.
Nigel is currently his working for Phuket Andaman Real Estate in Phuket, developing marketing programs and PR. Taking that role into IBAP, he has recently been appointed chairman of the IBAP PR committee, and he is currently working on several projects, including the creation of a newsletter/paper for the association. At many of our monthly meetings Nigel takes a leading role in mixing the audience together using a number of his team building networking techniques.
Nigel and his wife have a three year old daughter Lotte, who is a great help as his secretary.
Adrian's career began working in various five star hotels throughout the UK, followed by three years in tourism in Central and East Africa. After moving back to the UK Adrian had various appointments managing bars and restaurants before moving into consultancy and training for the Maltese Tourism Authority. Following this Adrian started his own management training and consulting company and, although he was based in the UK, his work encompassed projects in UAE, Sweden, Australia, Cyprus and Hong Kong for some of the world's finest hospitality operators.
Adrian has worked as a resort marketing and group operations manager in Phuket for the last four years, and now runs his own hospitality consulting and training company based in Phuket.
This is the second time that Adrian has served as a trustee for IBAP. Several years ago Adrian helped formulate some of the original IBAP mission statements and core objectives and he continues to help IBAP structure our directon, goals and methods.
Jaspal is another founding year member of IBAP going back 10 years. Jaspal is well-regarded in the Phuket business community in many industries that include tailoring, restaurants and hotels. He serves on the board of directors for other organizations and brings an extensive amount of experience and knowledge into the board room.
Pinyo has been a long-time resident of Phuket and professionally serves as an administrator for AXA insurance. Pinyo is the incoming president of the Lions Club of Patong Beach and brings to IBAP a large network within the Thai and foreign community.
Saipin "Boom" is owner and director of a specialized employment service here in Phuket. Knowing that there is a need for temporary and part-time staff Boom has developed a database of experienced and educated Thais available for work under a wide range of skill areas.
It has happened many times here on Phuket - a situation arises that you need some temporary help but finding a competent, honest, reliable temp (i.e. temporary employee/helper) seems an impossibility. Well, not any more. Whether you need help in your business, help in your home, or tourist assistance, phukethelp is here to smooth your path.
Peter is managing director of one of Phuket's largest logistics and transportation companies specializing in * International freight forwarding * Comprehensive project logistics * Largest trucks,trailers,forklifts and heavy duty crane fleet in Phuket * Huge covered warehouse complex in Phuket located on main highway * Worldwide and domestic courier service * Customs clearance * Households removals worldwide * Unaccompanied baggage handling * Packing and delivery * Express door-to-door service * Shipping Agency * Bonded Warehouse * Vehicle & equipments rental
IBAP Committees
The IBAP Board of Directors would like to extend their personal invitation to members of the Phuket business community to join in participating within the IBAP Business Association, and furthermore to contribute to the efforts of the Board and committees. It is the culmination of the efforts of the individual IBAP members and supporters that continues to build and strengthen IBAP. Your contributions of support and involvement are essential, and appreciated. Consider lending your talents and skills to one or more of the committees listed below. Contact any members of the board for more information.
IBAP has a number of committees that assist in organizing and helping IBAP function throughout the year. Personal involvement through volunteerism is key. Please consider supporting one or more of the following committees:
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You'll discover a great sense of personal reward for contributing to the growth and success of IBAP. Contact any Officer of the Board for more information, or contact any of the Committee Orgainizers.
IBAP election committee is formed each October and charged with reviewing the membership for individuals best qualified to serve on the board of directors. If you feel you would like to serve as a trustee, or you would like to suggest a person to consider, please contact any of the current Officers of the Board.