Successful Completion of International Workshop on
Building Leadership for Digital Transformation: Strengthening Cyber Resilience, Privacy and Trust
June 22–24, 2025
AIT Conference Center
Asian Institute of Technology
Klong Luang, Pathum Thani 12120, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand

The International Workshop on Building Leadership for Digital Transformation: Strengthening Cyber Resilience, Privacy and Trust, hosted by the Global Cybersecurity Community Forum (GCCF), successfully concluded on June 24, 2025, at the AIT Conference Center, Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Bangkok, Thailand. Held over three dynamic days from June 22 to 24, 2025, the workshop convened distinguished speakers and participants from Nepal, Thailand, the Philippines, Singapore, New Zealand, and the United States, representing sectors such as academia, government, banking and finance, critical infrastructure, and digital enterprises. 

This international event focused on advancing leadership in digital transformation by strengthening capabilities in cyber resilience, privacy protection, and digital trust. The program aimed to equip leaders and practitioners with the tools and knowledge necessary to respond to today’s evolving cybersecurity threats and governance challenges.

Participants benefited from:

• Thought-provoking keynote addresses and strategic dialogues exploring leadership roles in digital governance and public-private partnerships for cybersecurity.

• Hands-on sessions covering modern threat landscapes, the Rubik’s Cube model of information security, data privacy best practices, and incident response readiness.

• Case-based learning and expert panels on cybersecurity trends, regulatory compliance, and trust-centric innovation strategies.

• Collaborative workshops and networking opportunities fostering regional and cross-border cooperation among cybersecurity professionals.

The workshop emphasized the need to embed a security-by-design mindset into digital initiatives while also cultivating a people-process-technology approach for sustainable resilience. Practical frameworks for cyber risk management, digital ethics, and crisis preparedness were discussed in detail.

The Global Cybersecurity Community Forum extends its sincere thanks to the AIT Conference Center for its excellent support and gracious hospitality. We also express our deep appreciation to all participants, resource persons, academic partners, industry partners and community partners for their enthusiastic contributions. The success of this event reinforces the power of collaboration in strengthening global digital resilience.

As digital transformation accelerates globally, initiatives like this workshop serve as critical platforms to prepare today’s leaders for tomorrow’s cybersecurity challenges.

Special Appreciation
Dr. Anish Ghimire
Assistant Professor
Asian Institute of Technolgy
Bangkok, Thailand

International Organizing Committee and Resource Persons

Dr. Ramhari Subedi (PhD, USA)
Professor, Cybersecurity
ECPI University
Virginia, USA

Dr. Chadaporn Keatmanee, PhD (PhD, Thammasat University, Thailand and JAIST, Japan)
Assistant Professor
Ramkhamhaeng University
Bangkok, Thailand

Dr. Charles Lim, PhD
Cyber Security Researcher and Lecturer
Swiss German University
Indonesia

Dr. John Benedict L. Bernardo, PhD (PhD, AIT, Bangkok)
Consultant, IT and Cybersecurity
Manila, Philippines

Dr. Suvil Chomchaiya, PhD (PhD, AIT, Bangkok)
Lecturer, Department of Mathematics
King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi
Bangkok, Thailand

Mr. Ramamurthi Nagarajan, PMP
Principal Consultant – Digital Transformation
The New Gen Infotech
Singapore

Mr. Dedy Hendro
PhD Student in Cybersecurity and AI
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand

Mr. Kumar Pudashine (MEng, AIT, Bangkok)
Founder, Global Cybersecurity Community Forum
IEEE, ISACA, PMI Member
PMP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CEH, CNDA, CDCP, COBIT 5, ISO 27001:2013 LA, ISO 27001:2022 LA, CCNP (Enterprise), ITIL, JNCIA, ActivIdentity Certified

Logistic Partners

Himalayan Integrated Cloud Technologies
Kathmandu, Nepal

The New Gen Infotech Pty
Singapore

Successful Completion of International Training Program on
Building Leadership for Digital Transformation and Cyber Resilience Culture
May 11–15, 2025
AIT Conference Center
Asian Institute of Technology
Klong Luang, Pathum Thani 12120, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand

The International Training Program on Building Leadership for Digital Transformation and Cyber Resilience Culture, hosted by the Global Cybersecurity Community Forum (GCCF), successfully concluded on May 15, 2025, at the AIT Conference Center, Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Bangkok, Thailand.

Held over five intensive days from May 11 to 15, 2025, the program brought together a diverse cohort of participants and speakers from Nepal, the Philippines, Thailand, and Zimbabwe, representing sectors ranging from government, banking and finance, higher education, telecommunications, to critical infrastructure.This international training program was designed to empower current and emerging leaders with the strategic insights and practical tools necessary to lead secure digital transformation initiatives in today’s complex threat landscape. The sessions provided a unique blend of theory, policy discourse, and actionable frameworks focusing on cybersecurity governance, resilience strategies, leadership development, and cross-sectoral collaboration.

Participants benefited from:

• Hands-on workshops led by global experts on risk-based decision making, zero-trust architecture, and digital governance.

• Case studies highlighting real-world incidents and response mechanisms in different geopolitical contexts

• Interactive panels and discussions exploring the evolving role of leadership in building cyber-resilient digital ecosystems

• Networking opportunities that fostered new partnerships and collaboration among cybersecurity professionals across Asia and Africa.

The training emphasized the importance of cultivating a cyber resilience culture, encouraging participants to think beyond technology and adopt a people-process-technology approach to managing cyber risks and enabling trustworthy digital innovation.

The Global Cybersecurity Community Forum sincerely thanks the AIT Conference Center for its outstanding support and warm hospitality. We also extend our deep appreciation to all participants, speakers, and partners whose contributions made the event a remarkable success. Special thanks go to Dr. Anish Ghimire, Assistant Professor, Asian Institute of Technology for his valuable support. The energy and spirit of collaboration cultivated during the program are expected to drive future regional and global initiatives in cybersecurity leadership and digital resilience.

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, programs like this play a critical role in preparing leaders to proactively address emerging threats, build organizational resilience, and contribute to a more secure and inclusive digital future.

International Organizing Committee and Resource Persons

Dr. Ramhari Subedi (PhD, USA)
Professor, Cybersecurity
ECPI University
Virginia, USA

Dr. Suvil Chomchaiya, PhD (PhD, Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok)
Lecturer, Department of Mathematics
King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi
Bangkok, Thailand

Dr. John Benedict L. Bernardo, PhD (PhD, Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok)
Consultant, IT and Cybersecurity
Manila, Philippines

Mr. Ramamurthi Nagarajan, PMP
Principal Consultant - Digital Transformation
The New Gen Infotech
Singapore

Mr. Kumar Pudashine (MEng, Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok)
Founder, Global Cybersecurity Community Forum
IEEE, ISACA, PMI Member
PMP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CEH, CNDA, CDCP, COBIT 5, ISO 27001:2013 LA, ISO 27001:2022 LA, CCNP(Enterprise), ITIL, JNCIA, ActivIdentity Certified

Logistic Partners
Himalayan Integrated Cloud Technologies
Kathmandu, Nepal

The New Gen Infotech Pty
Singapore