As we wrapped up the year, Myanmar Institute of Directors (MIoD) had the pleasure of bringing together over 100 members, partners, and friends at the Year-End Member Networking Event on 10 December 2025 at the Governor’s Residence. It was a wonderful evening of reflection, appreciation, and connection.
We opened the event with welcome remarks from U Thura Ko Ko, Board Chair of MIoD, followed by opening remarks by our Patron and Founding Member, U Aung Naing Oo. Our Executive Director, Daw Thiri Thant Mon, then shared heartfelt thanks to everyone who continues to support MIoD’s journey.
A highlight of the evening was celebrating our Corporate Members presented by Daw Win Win Tint, Chair of the Board Membership Committee for their continued partnership with MIoD, including uab bank Limited (5 years), KBZ Bank Limited and City Holdings Limited (4 years), as well as Myanmar Thilawa SEZ Holdings Public Co., Ltd., Yoma Strategic Holdings Ltd., Apollo Towers Myanmar Limited, Shwe Taung Group, Zeya & Associates Co., Ltd., AYA Bank PCL, Max Myanmar Group, Myanmar Information Technology Pte. Ltd., and Medi Myanmar Group Ltd. (3 years).
We also proudly presented the 7-Year Employee Service Award to Daw Thin Myat Thu and Daw Su Tar Yar, recognizing their dedication and commitment behind the scenes.
The evening continued with an insightful sharing by U Myint Zaw, Executive Director of Myanmar Thilawa SEZ Holdings Public Co., Ltd., followed by the MoU signing between MIoD and YRYEA signed by U Thura Ko Ko, Chair of MIoD, and U Lynn Ye Thu, Vice President of YRYEA, and concluded with a relaxed networking session filled with meaningful conversations.
Our sincere thanks to our Master of Ceremony, Daw Nan Aye Aye Moe, for gracefully guiding us through the evening. Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to be part of the MIoD story.
Our latest Leadership Series session with Sayar Gyi Prof. Dr. Aung Tun Thet, Patron, was successfully held on 9 December 2025 (Tuesday) with an impressive turnout of around 400 attendees.
A heartfelt thank you to Sayar Gyi for delivering yet another deeply insightful and inspiring session. This instalment explored the science behind effective leadership, drawing from both psychology and neuroscience to understand how great leaders think, feel, decide, and inspire.
Thank you to everyone who joined individually or as groups and contributed to yet another enriching dialogue. We look forward to welcoming you to the next instalment of the Leadership Series!
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The Batch 17 Director Certification Program (DCP) successfully concluded with a four-day, in-person weekend program held on 15–16 and 22–23 November 2025 at Novotel Yangon Max.
A huge thank you to all our incredible faculty members and invited speakers: Dr. Thaung Han, Daw Win Win Tint, Daw Kim Chawsu, Dr. Tun Thura Thet, Daw Thin Thin Myat, U Myo Min, Daw Min Min Ayer Naing, Mr. Nicolas Delange, U Myint Zaw, Daw Wah Wah Min, Daw Nandar Thaung, and U Thet Htun Oo.
🎊 Congratulations 🎊 to all Certified Directors—comprised mostly of directors, board members, and senior management of Myanmar companies—who have completed the Director Certification Program.
We sincerely hope that the topics discussed throughout the program, as well as the interaction with your fellow DCP17 cohort participants, have enhanced your appreciation and understanding of corporate governance, particularly your role as board directors.
It is our earnest wish that the knowledge and tools you gained from the program will support your growth as senior leaders and board directors, and help you strengthen and improve your organisations.
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Our sincere appreciation goes to our Panellists, U Kyaw Soe Lin, CEO of Yoma Bank, and U Bo Bo Zin, Chief Digital Operating Officer of A bank, for their forward-looking contributions to our ?????? ????? ?????????? ?? ??????? ?????????????? ?? ??????????? ??? ???????, held in collaboration with CCI France Myanmar.
Their insights into leadership, operational change, customer expectations, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies offered valuable guidance for executives navigating today’s digital landscape.
We also extend our thanks to our Moderator, U Sai Lu Mon Aung, CEO of KBZMS General Insurance, for skillfully leading the discussion.
Thank you to over 70 participants who joined individually and as groups for your engagement and thoughtful contributions.
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Batch 3 of the Audit Committee for Directors Program has successfully concluded after four insightful half-day online sessions held on 18–19 and 25–26 October 2025.
A heartfelt thank you to our outstanding faculties, Daw Kim Chawsu and Daw Wah Wah Min, and to all our engaged and enthusiastic participants.
We hope the topics discussed and the exchange of experiences during the program have deepened your understanding of the crucial role of the Audit Committee within a company’s corporate governance framework.
Congratulations to all attendees who have completed the Audit Committee for Directors Program!
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On 24 September 2025, MIoD conducted a Customised Workshop on Corporate Citizenship for Future Leaders for managers from City Invest and City Ventures Ltd., under the City Holdings Group.
This full-day workshop, “Building Governance, Accountability and Service Culture Across the Organisation,” helped participants understand how their day-to-day actions influence the organisation’s culture, trust, and performance and how they can lead from where they are to strengthen City Holdings’ values and governance.
A heartfelt thank you to City Invest and City Ventures Ltd. for their collaboration and support in making this workshop a success.
Our sincere appreciation also goes to our faculties Dr. Aye Aye Mar, Daw Nandar Thaung, and Daw Thuzar Win for their guidance, and congratulations to the 43 participants on completing the workshop!
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