Dimpy Kongsiri assumed a central and crucial role as the Treasurer of the Textile Society of Thailand (TTS) starting in December 2021. Her responsibilities rapidly expanded to encompass comprehensive financial management and significant administrative and strategic initiatives.

Key Contributions:

• Financial Management:

  • She meticulously handled the checkbook, rubber stamp, and bank account management for both the current (working) and savings accounts.

  • She spearheaded the modernization of the society's financial operations, successfully obtaining electronic bank statements and streamlining payment processes, including exploring PayPal for overseas members.

  • She ensured the financial health of the TTS by transferring funds between accounts to maintain sufficient liquidity and by regularly providing detailed financial reports to the committee.

  • She managed the annual audit process, coordinating with auditors and addressing discrepancies. She also actively sought to find a new, more cost-effective auditor.

• Administrative Streamlining:

  • She was instrumental in updating bank signatories, navigating complex banking procedures to ensure smooth transitions.

  • She collaborated with Claudine Kohler to establish new dedicated email addresses for various committee positions, including the treasurer's.

  • She took on the task of streamlining receipt and payment slips to improve financial record-keeping.

• Digital and Communications Enhancement:

  • She played a key role in the redesign of the TTS website alongside Ake Rittinaphakorn and Claudine Kohler, providing translation support and assisting with content uploads.

  • She was put in charge of ordering hard copies of the "Pah Thai" e-magazine and managed its sales.

  • She initiated the creation of a WhatsApp account for the committee to facilitate communication.

• Event Coordination and Fundraising:

  • Dimpy was deeply involved in planning and organizing numerous TTS events, including trips to Chiang Mai and Surin.

  • She became the primary coordinator for the Textile Bazaar, managing table bookings, financial aspects, and publicizing the event.

  • She successfully led an excursion to Hua Hin.

• Strategic Contributions:

  • She was a strong advocate for using TTS funds to support textile-related projects and scholarships for Thai students and actively oversaw donations, such as to Victoria Vorreiter's Cross Roads project.

  • She played a crucial role in the formal registration of new TTS board members with the government, ensuring compliance with Thai regulations.

Dimpy Kongsiri's consistent dedication, financial acumen, and proactive engagement in various administrative and digital initiatives have been instrumental in the TTS's modernization, financial stability, and enhanced operational efficiency since joining the Thai Textile Society in 2021.