Local Bangkok Politician Seeks Thai Sports Authority Director Post
Bangkok politician Dr. Suwitaya Lertthanakulwattana has applied to lead Thailand's Sports Authority, becoming the second candidate for the position as the current director's term expires in September 2026.
Dr. Suwitaya Lertthanakulwattana, known as "Seeyaithai Kwaniam Bangrak," a local politician and community worker in Bangkok's Bang Rak district, has submitted her candidacy to lead the Sports Authority of Thailand as the second applicant, following Dr. Siriches Pooltipaiyannont, chairman of the MMA Association.
Current director Dr. Kongsakdi Yodmani's term expires in September 2026. Ms. Natthareya Thaveevong, permanent secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, will chair the selection committee to oversee qualifications, accept applications, conduct interviews, written exams, and English language tests. The successful candidate will be presented to the Sports Authority board and then to the Cabinet for final approval.
Dr. Suwitaya has held significant positions as adviser to parliamentary commissions and secretary working closely with prominent politician Samak Sundaravej. She has long been involved in community assistance in Bang Rak and is recognized locally as a coordinator helping residents in the district. She previously ran as a Bangkok City Council candidate from Bang Rak on the Democratic Party ticket.
Dr. Suwitaya holds a doctoral degree in philosophy in social, business, and political leadership from Rangsit University. She currently serves as an executive overseeing the Swarovski jewelry group in Thailand and leads a cosmetics business division known under the brand name "Witaya Kwaniam."
