Best Directors To Watch In 2026

Best Directors To Watch In 2026

The “Best Directors to Watch in 2026” honors the dynamic leaders shaping the next era of corporate excellence. These Directors are more than decision-makers—they are strategic architects steering organizations toward innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation. With a forward-looking approach to governance, culture-building, and strategic alignment, they play a pivotal role in navigating complexity and inspiring high-performance teams. Their vision is redefining modern leadership, demonstrating that true organizational progress stems from bold thinking, disciplined execution, and an unwavering commitment to transformative impact. This edition celebrates the Directors who are set to influence 2026 and beyond.

KAUSIK MANDAL

Director
ETQ GLOBAL
HIMANSHU PAREKH

HIMANSHU PAREKH

Partner and Head of Tax (West)
KPMG in INDIA
VIVIEN LI

VIVIEN LI

Senior Director- HR
VERALTO & WATER QUALITY SEGMENT
EDRIC KURNIADI

EDRIC KURNIADI

CFO
PT Global Infotech Solutions
ALBERTO F. BACANI

ALBERTO F. BACANI

Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer
Sumifru (Philippines) Corporation