News, Awards & Recognition
As a global thought leader, Sonita’s work has been featured and recognized by respected publications and organizations such as The White House, the US State Department, the Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, Forbes, MIT and others.
The Financial Times recognized Sonita Lontoh as a Future 50 Director
The Financial Times Agenda recognized Sonita Lontoh for one of the Future 50 Board Directors for her future-forward governance skills in AI, technology disruptions, and sustainability.
The Wall Street Journal invited Sonita Lontoh to join the inaugural Board of Directors Council
Sonita Lontoh was invited by the Wall Street Journal’s Leadership Institute to join its inaugural class of Board of Directors Council.
Bloomberg features Sonita Lontoh on the Future of AI
Bloomberg Technoz features Sonita Lontoh on an article focusing on the future of AI amidst technology disruptions.
Bloomberg features Sonita Lontoh on AI governance
Bloomberg Technoz features Sonita Lontoh on an article focusing on AI challenges and opportunities.
San Francisco Business Times recognized Sonita Lontoh as Woman to Watch 2025
Sonita Lontoh recognized by the San Francisco Business Times as a Woman to Watch in 2025.
Sonita Lontoh recognized as Woman Leaders 2015 by Career Mastered Magazine
Sonita Lontoh recognized as one of the 2015 National Women Leaders by Career Mastered magazine.
Fast Company: From algorithm to boardroom, how AI and governance are reshaping business strategy
Sonita Lontoh shared perspective in an exclusive main interview with Fast Company on how boards can balance AI opportunities and risks for long-term value creation.
Sonita Lontoh quoted by Fortune for Diligent’s Modern Board on AI Risks and Opportunities
Sonita Lontoh was quoted in an article written by Matt O'Grady for the Fortune/Diligent's Modern Board newsletter on AI risks and opportunties.
Sonita Lontoh quoted by Fortune for Diligent’s Modern Board on CEO Successions and Culture Fit
Sonita Lontoh was quoted in an article written by Matt O'Grady for the Fortune/Diligent's Modern Board newsletter on the importance of culture fit in CEO successions.
Sonita Lontoh quoted by Fortune for Diligent’s Modern Board on Cybersecurity Good Governance
Sonita Lontoh quoted by Fortune for Diligent's Modern Board article on cybersecurity good governance.
Sonita Lontoh featured by Manufacturing Today for her positive impact for women in manufacturing
Sonita Lontoh was featured by Manufacturing Magazine for her positive impact to women in manufacturing.
Sonita Lontoh on ABC7 News: APEC 2023 and Sustainability
During APEC 2023 in San Francisco, which was attended by 21 Heads of State, including President Joe Biden of the USA and President Xi Jinping of China, Sonita Lontoh was interviewed by ABC7 News to share perspectives on innovation and sustainability.
Sonita Lontoh : San Francisco Business Times 2023 Most Influential Women in Business
Sonita Lontoh was recognized as one of the 2023 Most Influential Women in Business by the San Francisco Business Times for her work in technology, innovation, and climate/sustainability.
NACD/CGI/World Economic Forum launches Climate Advisory Council at Climate Week 2023
During a panel discussion at the launch of the Climate Advisory Council during Climate Week 2023 in New York City, D'Anne Hurd and Sonita Lontoh, non-executive directors and members of NACD’s Climate Advisory Council, shared insights on various aspects of climate oversight and ESG integration in boardrooms.
Sonita Lontoh named as 2023 Directors to Watch
Sonita Lontoh was recognized as a 2023 Directors to Watch by Directors & Boards magazine.