Editor's Note

Driving Change, Leading with Purpose

Thailand has witnessed a dramatic increase in women led ventures, changing the face of business in the country. With the women entrepreneurs in Thailand being a powerful force, the country has seen growth in innovation, economic development, and social change. This progress is seen in sectors as diverse as technology and finance, retail and tourism, where women have started companies that are as much about profitability as about sustainability, community development and cultural preservation. To explain the rise of women founded companies in Thailand, one can point out the educational opportunities which have been crucial in equipping women with the necessary skills to succeed in fiercely competitive industries. Similarly government and private sector activities have been promoted to equip women with the resources, funding and mentorship required to be successful entrepreneurs.