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LION

Leadership for Innovative OrganizatioN

Groom Your Leaders of Tomorrow, Today.

Thailand's premier executive leadership development program. A 5-day intensive workshop for senior managers and C-suite leaders — covering strategy, innovation, coaching, communication, and AI transformation. Designed for Thai executives, delivered in Bangkok.

Weekend 1

July 18 – 19, 2026

Weekend 2

July 25 – 26, 2026

Weekend 3

August 1, 2026

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⚑ Only 25 seats available — small cohort by design. Bangkok, July–August 2026.

Hear From Our Alumni

What LION Leaders Say

Real voices from executives who have been through the program.

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LION changed how I think about strategy. I came in as a manager — I left as a leader. The frameworks are immediately applicable, and the cohort became a lifelong network.

VP

VP of Operations

Leading Thai Financial Institution

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The feedback and coaching module alone was worth the entire program. I had been managing my team wrong for years — LION showed me a completely different approach.

GM

General Manager

Tech & E-Commerce Sector

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As a CIO, I thought I understood AI transformation. LION gave me the human leadership lens I was missing — how to bring the organization with you, not just the technology.

CIO

Chief Innovation Officer

Regional Conglomerate

Tong Kaweewut
Kaweewut (Tong) Temphuwapat

Why LION

Been There,
Done That.

Created for practitioners, by practitioners.

LION is designed and taught by Tong Kaweewut — a rare combination of seasoned executive and world-class educator. He doesn't teach leadership from a textbook. He has lived it: leading AI transformation at Thailand's largest bank, deploying venture capital across frontier tech, and coaching C-suite leaders across industries for over a decade.

Every framework in LION has been stress-tested in the real world — not in a research lab. What you learn on Saturday, you can use on Monday.

MBA · Design Thinking

Stanford University

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Certified Executive Coach

Berkeley (BECI)

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CIO · CEO · VC Investor

SCBX · SCB10X

What makes LION different
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Real-World, Not Textbook

Every module is drawn from Tong Kaweewut's actual experience running teams, investing in startups, and leading transformation at scale — not academic theory.

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Diverse Group of Top Executives

Deliberately small at 25 max. Each cohort brings together leaders from different industries — finance, tech, retail, healthcare. The cross-sector perspectives you gain from peers are as valuable as the curriculum itself.

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5 Dimensions in One Program

Strategy · Innovation · Coaching · Communication · AI — the only program in Thailand covering all five critical competencies in a single intensive.

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Stanford & Berkeley Frameworks

World-class methodologies — Design Thinking from Stanford d.school, Executive Coaching from Berkeley BECI — adapted for the Asian business context.

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Workshops, Not Lectures

Every session is hands-on. You work through real Thai and global business case studies, debate decisions with peers, and practice skills live in the room — not just listen and take notes.

Only 25 seats available

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the Next Cohort?

July 18–19 · July 25–26 · August 1, 2026

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The 5-Day Curriculum

Five Dimensions.
One Complete Leader.

Each day builds on the last — from strategy formation to people development to organizational transformation.

Day 1 · July 18

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Strategic Planning & Implementation

From vision to execution — build strategies that actually work in the real world.

  • Mission, Vision & Strategic Direction
  • SWOT & TOWS Analysis
  • OKRs & Execution Frameworks
  • The Navigator's Dilemma: Trade-offs in Strategy

Day 2 · July 19

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Design Thinking for Innovation

Lead innovation with a human-centered framework used by the world's top companies.

  • Empathy Mapping & User Research
  • Problem Framing & Ideation
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Corporate Innovation Case Studies

Day 3 · July 25

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Feedback & Coaching Skills for Leaders

Unlock your team's potential through the most underused leadership skill: great feedback.

  • TGROW Coaching Model
  • Trust-Based Feedback (5:1 Rule)
  • Coaching vs. Managing the 4 Types
  • Live Coaching Practice

Day 4 · July 26

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Strategic Communication for Change

Communicate transformation with clarity and conviction — frameworks used by the world's top change leaders.

  • KFC Communication Framework
  • 4R Executive Communication Arc
  • Real-Life Case Study: Leading Transformation & Restructuring
  • Delivering Difficult Messages to Boards & Teams

Day 5 · August 1

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Stakeholder Management & AI Transformation

Navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and lead your organization into the AI era.

  • Stakeholder Mapping & Influence Strategy
  • AI Landscape for Business Leaders
  • Building an AI-Ready Culture
  • Leading the Transformation Journey

Only 25 seats available

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the Next Cohort?

July 18–19 · July 25–26 · August 1, 2026

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Program Details

Everything You Need to Know

Format

5-Day Intensive

Across 3 weekends — full-day sessions, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Dates

July 18–19 · July 25–26 · August 1

2026 · Bangkok, Thailand

Cohort Size

Maximum 25 Participants

Exclusive, small-group learning environment

Who Should Attend

Mid-to-Senior Executives

Department heads, team leaders, C-suite executives, and high-potential managers ready to level up their leadership impact

What's Included

Full Learning Experience

LION Playbook (exclusive), all slides, case study materials, certificate of completion, and lifetime alumni network access

Investment

฿144,000 Early Bird

Regular price ฿180,000 THB

20% early bird discount — limited time. Contact us at 081-649-7470 or register below.

Registration

Reserve Your Seat

25 seats. 3 weekends. One leadership development program that changes how you lead. Submit your interest and we'll be in touch within 24 hours.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is LION designed for?

Senior managers, directors, and C-suite executives in Thailand with 5+ years of leadership experience. Ideal for HR teams investing in high-potential leaders.

Is LION taught in Thai or English?

Primarily Thai with English materials — fully accessible for Thai executives while using international frameworks and case studies.

How is LION different from other executive training programs in Thailand?

Practitioner-led, not academic. Every framework comes from Tong Kaweewut's real experience — AI transformation, VC investment, and C-suite coaching. Small cohort (25 seats), cross-industry, interactive workshops with real case studies.

Can my company send multiple employees?

Yes. Corporate HR teams regularly enroll 2–5 leaders together. Contact 081-649-7470 for group pricing and corporate enrollment options.

When and where does LION take place?

3 weekends in Bangkok: July 18–19, July 25–26, and August 1, 2026. Weekend format minimizes disruption to work schedules.

What is the investment?

฿180,000 THB regular price. Early bird: ฿144,000 THB (20% off). Includes LION Playbook, all materials, certificate, and lifetime alumni network access.

What topics does LION cover?

5 days across 3 weekends, each building on the last:

  • Day 1 (Jul 18) — Strategic Planning & Implementation: Mission, Vision, OKRs, SWOT/TOWS, Execution Frameworks
  • Day 2 (Jul 19) — Design Thinking for Innovation: Empathy Mapping, Problem Framing, Rapid Prototyping, Corporate Innovation Case Studies
  • Day 3 (Jul 25) — Feedback & Coaching Skills for Leaders: TGROW Coaching Model, Trust-Based Feedback, Coaching vs. Managing
  • Day 4 (Jul 26) — Strategic Communication for Change: KFC Framework, 4R Executive Communication Arc, Real-Life Transformation & Restructuring Case Study
  • Day 5 (Aug 1) — Stakeholder Management & AI Transformation: AI for Business Leaders, AI-Ready Culture, Leading the Transformation Journey

Is there a certificate of completion?

Yes. All graduates receive an official LION certificate from 8half Academy, recognized across Thailand's corporate and financial sectors.

How practical is the content — will I use it immediately?

By design. Every framework is stress-tested in real organizations — what you learn Saturday, you apply Monday. No academic theory, no generic slides.

What happens after LION ends?

Graduates join a lifetime LION alumni network — a cross-industry community of executives who continue to share insights, collaborate, and support each other long after the program.

What makes the instructor's credentials world-class?

Tong Kaweewut holds three of the most respected credentials in leadership and innovation:

  • Stanford MBA (GSB) — Ranked the #1 MBA program in the world, Stanford GSB accepts fewer than 6% of applicants — the most selective business school on the planet. To put that in perspective, Harvard accepts 11%, Wharton 12%. Alumni include CEOs of Google, Nike, and Gap, and founders of LinkedIn and Instagram. Getting in requires not just exceptional academics but demonstrated leadership impact and rare personal distinction.
  • Stanford d.school (Hasso Plattner Institute of Design) — The global birthplace of Design Thinking, adopted by Apple, IDEO, SAP, and hundreds of Fortune 500 companies. The d.school does not grant degrees — it is by invitation and selective enrollment only, drawing practitioners already at the top of their fields. Tong Kaweewut completed the program as part of his Stanford experience, bringing this methodology directly into LION.
  • BECI (Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute) — Affiliated with UC Berkeley, BECI is one of the most rigorous executive coaching certifications in the world. The multi-month program requires intensive coursework, supervised coaching hours, and a final assessment — fewer than 1 in 10 who begin complete the full ICF-accredited certification. BECI-certified coaches serve C-suite leaders at global corporations and top-tier consulting firms.

Together, these credentials mean LION participants receive a program grounded in the world's most validated frameworks — not adapted from generic training content.

How do I apply?

Fill in the registration form above or call 081-649-7470. Seats are limited to 25 — we'll confirm your place within 24 hours.