Meet the committee

PRESIDENT

At the helm of Empower Toastmasters Club, Fouzia leads with warmth, vision, and an infectious energy. As President, she inspires members to step beyond their comfort zones, transform nervous whispers into confident voices, and turn simple speeches into stories that resonate.

With a career spanning corporate boardrooms and entrepreneurial ventures, Fouzia brings both strategy and creativity to the club. She believes leadership is not about titles but about lifting others—and she embodies that by creating a stage where every member feels seen, valued, and empowered to shine.

VICE PRESIDENT, MEMBERSHIP

Mathieu traded Belgian rain for Thai sunshine and architectural blueprints for code. Originally a Civil Engineer Architect, he now builds digital products for startups and businesses from Bangkok. 

As VP of Membership, his mission is simple: make sure everyone at Empower Toastmasters feels welcome, seen, and heard.  

Outside of Toastmasters, Mathieu runs tech ventures and is a regular at Bangkok's meetups. He believes the best ideas come from diverse voices and genuine community, which is exactly what we're building together at Empower.

SERGEANT AT ARMS

Jacquie Lenick is passionate about cultural exchange and building meaningful connections. Originally from Pennsylvania and now based in Thailand, she has lived and worked in places like Myanmar and Kenya, experiences that deepened her commitment to grassroots initiatives and community-driven impact. 

She is the founder of Volunteer To The World, a social enterprise that connects people with opportunities to explore new cultures while contributing to positive change.

TREASURER

Pongsakorn serves as Treasurer of Empower Toastmasters, ensuring the club’s stability while continuing to champion innovation and growth. Beyond Toastmasters, he is a startup co-founder with a deep passion for technology. He brings an entrepreneurial mindset to the club, fostering an environment where members can build strong public speaking and leadership skills while staying adaptable in today’s fast-changing world.

SECRETARY 

Chinatsu is our club’s record-keeper, keeping minutes sharp and our documents in line as Secretary. Originally from Japan, she’s lived everywhere from Nepal to Kazakhstan to the US before settling in Thailand—collecting stories, friendships, and a love for public speaking along the way. She first joined Toastmasters in Kathmandu in 2016 and has carried that spirit of growth with her ever since. When she’s not keeping us on track, you’ll find her with family, on the tennis court, or at the piano.

VICE PRESIDENT, EDUCATION

Ei Shwe Sin Htwe is a Public Speaking Coach. 🗣️

She is also TOEIC Certified. She is passionate about Traveling the World.🌍 She is the Founder of Journey to Victory Public Speaking . She is taking charge as a Vice President of Empower Toastmasters Club & Advanced #ArdentSpeakers TMC. She is a Club Coach of CCBPM Toastmasters Club. 

VICE PRESIDENT, PUBLIC RELATIONS

Asha serves as VP of Public Relations, As Vice President Public Relations, Asha leverages her background in technology to ensure the club and its activities are professionally and creatively represented to the wider community. Drawing from her previous work in tech-driven roles, she brings a strategic and digital-first approach to amplifying the club’s presence. Her goal is to make sure that anyone looking to grow as a speaker and leader can easily discover the value of Toastmasters and find a place to belong