Our Council Members 2025 – 2026

CBD is made up of eminent members appointed by the Minister for Social and Family Development, with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam as its patron. As leaders with strong networks across boards of the private, public and people sectors, the Council is well positioned to lead the board diversity agenda and influence their respective sectors.

MR THARMAN SHANMUGARATNAM​

Patron

“Building diverse leadership and teams are not about ticking boxes, but about unlocking our full collective potential. They also engender a culture where every individual is respected for what they can contribute, and where diverse views are sought.”

Patron, Council for Board Diversity, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam

Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam

Patron

“Building diverse leadership and teams are not about ticking boxes, but about unlocking our full collective potential. They also engender a culture where every individual is respected for what they can contribute, and where diverse views are sought.”

Members