News and Insight

New Board Members Appointed in Australasia and Southeast Asia

05 May 2026

We are pleased to announce that new members have been appointed to RICS Regional Advisory Boards across Asia Pacific and Australasia following recent appointment campaigns.

The Australasia Regional Advisory Board has appointed Mark Powell FRICS and Benjamin Gill MRICS as new members.

In Southeast Asia, the Regional Advisory Board has appointed six new members: David Jackson FRICS, Khoo Sui Lai FRICS, Rynor Jamandre MRICS, Ho Oanh Thi Kim MRICS, Marissa Benitez FRICS, and Tan Chee Heng FRICS.

Find out more about the new Board Members here - Asia Pacific World Regional Board.

We would like to thank all those involved in supporting the appointment processes for their time and commitment. Members are encouraged to explore future engagement and governance opportunities as they arise, with current opportunities available here - Join a Board, Committee or Engagement Group.

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