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"Policy & Markets: Building Confidence in Thailand’s Investment Climate"
Deputy Minister of Finance
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Dr. Paopoom Rojanasakul
Deputy Minister of Finance
Education Background:
- Ph.D. Economics, University of Illinois Chicago, US.
- MA. Economics, University of Illinois Chicago, US.
- MBA, University of Massachusetts, Boston, US.
- Bachelor of Engineering, Kasetsart University, Bangkok.
Work Experiences:
- Secretary to Minister of Finance (Mr. Srettha Thavisin)
- Deputy Secretary General of Pheu Thai Party
- Director of Policy Center of Pheu Thai Party
Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi
Secretary General of Thailand Board of Investment
Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi became Secretary General, Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) since October 2022. Previously, he had been serving as Deputy Secretary General (2017-2022), Senior Executive Advisor of the BOI (2016-2017), Executive Director of Investment Strategy and Policy Bureau (2015-2016), and Executive Director of Management Information Systems Bureau (2014-2015).
He began his career at the BOI in 1995, working as Investment Promotion Officer in various divisions such as Investment Services Center, International Affairs Division, and Planning and Development Division. He also served as Executive Assistant to two Secretaries General of the BOI. After that he became Director of Economic and Investment Strategy Division and concurrently Director of Center for Development of New Investment Promotion Strategy and Policy.
Mr. Therdsteerasukdi’s work experience includes a secondment to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs during 2001 – 2002 and 2004 – 2006. Meanwhile, he was appointed to be Deputy Director of One Tambon, One Product (OTOP) Program Coordination Office, the Prime Minister’s Office. He was then assigned to be Head of the Secretariat of Economic Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister during 2009 – 2011.
He is currently the Vice President of Chulalongkorn University’s Economics Association, a board member of Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research, a board member of National Nanotechnology Center, a member of the Public Sector Development Sub-Committee, a member of the Civil Service Commission Sub-Committee and a member of Special Task Force for Building New Priority Industries (PMO Team) under the supervision of Deputy Prime Minister.
Mr. Therdsteerasukdi earned his Bachelor of Economics (Honors) from Chulalongkorn University, Bachelor of Law from Ramkhamhaeng University, and M.A. in Economics from Boston University, USA. Additionally, he received a certificate in Economic Management for Development from Curtin University, Australia and an advanced certificate in Public Administration and Public Law from King Prajadhipok’s Institute.
He was the author of two books, titled “Next Generation Leaders” and “Global Village”, and a co-editor of the “Thailand Stand-up” book. Furthermore, he was a columnist of “Investment for the future” and “Smart EEC” in the newspaper and magazine. He was also Chairman of the working group for “50th Anniversary of the Board of Investment” memorial book in 2016.
He has also been the recipient of numerous awards such as “Outstanding Extracurricular Activist in 1994” from the Faculty of Economics, Chulalongkorn University, and “Outstanding Civil Servant in 2015” from the Prime Minister.
Mr. Suphachai Chearavanont
Chief Executive Officer of Charoen Pokphand Group
Mr. Suphachai Chearavanont is the Chief Executive Officer of Charoen Pokphand Group, one of Asia’s largest and most diversified conglomerates, with operations in over 23 countries spanning agri-food, retail, and telecommunications. As a visionary leader, he also serves as Chairman of True Corporation PCL and C.P. Axtra PCL, driving innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability across the Group. In alignment with C.P. Group’s “Three Benefits” philosophy of benefiting the country and the people before the company, he is dedicated to creating economic value for the nation and delivering social impact that uplifts communities.
Furthermore, Mr. Suphachai is committed to education and youth empowerment, he champions initiatives such as ConnextED and the True CSR program, which have benefited thousands of underprivileged students across Thailand. He also holds key roles in advancing public-private collaboration, including serving as Chairperson of the UN Global Compact Network Thailand, Senior Chairman of the Digital Council of Thailand, and a Global Advisory Board Member of One Young World.
Dr. Chawapol Jariyawiroj
President of Huawei Technologies (Thailand)
Professional Experiences
- President of Huawei Technologies Thailand Co., Ltd. (2021–Present)
- Country Manager of Amazon Web Services, Thailand and Vietnam (2016–2021)
- Senior Regional Director of VMWare, Asia Pacific Emerging Markets (2011–2016)
- Managing Director of Motorola, Thailand and Indochina (1998–2011)
Education
- Ph.D. Engineering Management, University of Missouri-Rolla
- M.S. Engineering Management, University of Missouri-Rolla
- B.Eng. Industrial Engineering, Chulalongkorn University
Dr. Pipat Luengnaruemitchai
Chief Economist of Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group
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Dr. Pipat Luengnaruemitchai
Chief Economist of Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group
Pipat is Managing Director and Chief Economist of Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group. Joining the research team in 2010, he started out by covering the Thailand banks and the financial sector. He was later the cohead of Chief Investment Office of Kiatnakin Phatra Wealth Management. Before joining Kiatnakin Phatra Securities, he was an economist at the International Monetary Fund, Washington, DC. Subsequently, he was a senior research analyst in the Global Asset Allocation Team at Mellon Capital Management, San Francisco.
Pipat received his PhD in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley and BA in Economics from Thammasat University. He was a Global Fellow of Eisenhower Fellowships in 2018.
Secretary-General of The Office of Securities and Exchange Commission, Thailand
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Dr. Pornanong Budsaratragoon, PhD, CFA, CIA
Secretary-General of The Office of Securities and Exchange Commission, Thailand
Other positions:
- Commissioner and Board Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission (Thailand)
- Chairperson of the Capital Market Supervisory Board, Securities and Exchange Commission (Thailand)
- Board Member, Bank of Thailand Board
- Member of the Financial Institutions Policy Committee, Bank of Thailand
- Commissioner, Office of Insurance Commission
- Commissioner, National Digital Economy and Society Commission
- Board Member, International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)
Experience and Education:
Pornanong Budsaratragoon is a distinguished professional with a robust academic background and extensive academic and regulatory experience. She holds a BBA in quantitative analysis from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, an MBA in management of information systems from the University of Dallas, the United States, and a DBA in finance from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. Her tenure at the Securities and Exchange Commission showcases her leadership, serving as the board member of the capital market supervisory board, chair of the sub-committee on consideration of regulations on issuance and offering of debt securities, derivatives, and structured products, chair of the sub-committee on consideration of regulations on supervision of business and market intermediaries, and member of the sub-committee on consideration of regulations on asset management.
Prior to her current role, Pornanong held the position of full-time professor at Chulalongkorn University. In addition to heading the banking and finance department, she chaired the committee of the Master of Science program in corporate governance, faculty of commerce and accountancy. Her academic prowess is evident through the publication of numerous textbooks and research studies. In recognition of her scholarly contributions, she was conferred the title of Full Professor of Business Administration in Finance at Chulalongkorn University, effective June 2021.
Pornanong's influence also extends to key institutions such as the Agricultural Futures Exchange of Thailand, the Stock Exchange of Thailand, the Institute Council Thai-Nichi Institute of Technology, the Office of the Higher Education Commission, and the National Savings Fund. Her multifaceted contributions underscore her integral role in shaping Thailand's academic and economic landscapes.
Asadej Kongsiri
President, The Stock Exchange of Thailand
Mr. Asadej Kongsiri has been the President of The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) since September 19, 2024. He currently serves as a Director of the Capital Market Development Fund and Vice Chairman of the Sem Pringpuangkeo Foundation.
Mr. Kongsiri’s past experiences include serving as Lead Partner for Financial Advisory at Deloitte Thailand, Managing Director of Investment Banking at Finansa Securities Limited, Head of Thailand at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and Vice President of Investment Banking at JP Morgan in Thailand. He has also worked as a Financial Management Officer and Insurance Secretary at Trans Thai-Malaysia (Thailand) Limited. Earlier in his career, he served as a Project Engineer at the PTT Gas Business Unit of PTT Public Company Limited.
Mr. Kongsiri holds a Master of Business Administration in Financial Management from the Sloan School of Management at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA, and a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manchester, UK. He has also completed the Director Certification Program from the Thai Institute of Directors Association.
Mrs. Chavinda Hanratanakool, CFP®
Chief Executive Officer, Krungthai Asset Management Pcl.
Chairman, Association of Investment Management Companies
Mrs. Chavinda Hanratanakool brings over 35 years of experience in the investment field. She joined Krungthai Asset Management PCL. (KTAM) in 2010 as Senior Executive Vice President of the Private Fund & Property Fund Department. After four years in that role, she was appointed Chief Executive Officer in 2014. Since 2022, she has also served as Chairman of the Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC).
Prior to joining KTAM, Chavinda began her career at Citibank Private Banking, Bangkok, as Assistant Vice President - Fund Manager in the Portfolio Management Department. Her extensive background also includes managing Private Funds and Property Funds at other prominent firms, such as Merrill Lynch Phatra Securities, Ayudhya Investment and Trust PCL, and ING Fund (Thailand).
She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Thammasat University and a Master's degree in Business Administration with a major in Economics from the University of Missouri Columbia, USA.
Songpol Chevapanyaroj
Secretary General, Government Pension Fund
Songpol Chevapanyaroj is currently working at The Government Pension Fund (GPF) – Thailand as Secretary General. He has worked almost 25 years in both global and local banks; Citi, Kasikornbank and Krung Thai Bank.
Prior to joining GPF, he was President of Deposit Protection Agency – Thailand. He also used to perform his directorship roles in many listed and state enterprises.
He holds an MBA in Finance from the Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University.
Mr. Alex Manoonpol
Executive Director and Head of Thailand Research
of UBS Securities (Thailand)
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Mr. Alex Manoonpol
Executive Director and Head of Thailand Research, UBS Securities (Thailand)
Mr. Alex Manoonpol is Executive Director and Head of Thailand Research at UBS Securities (Thailand), where he has been with the firm since 2018. He leads coverage of Thailand strategy and the ASEAN consumer sector.
Mr. Manoonpol brings over 13 years of experience in the finance industry across both buy-side and sell-side roles. Prior to joining UBS, he was an investment analyst at Franklin Templeton Investments, where he worked within the Emerging Markets Equity team as a generalist with a focus on ASEAN banks.
He holds a Master’s degree in Finance from Chulalongkorn University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Mathematics from Boston College.
Deputy Governor of Financial Institutions Stability of
Bank of Thailand
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Dr. Roong Poshyananda Mallikamas
Deputy Governor, Financial Institutions Stability, Bank of Thailand
Dr. Roong Poshyananda Mallikamas brings a wealth of expertise and experience in economics and financial policy to her role as Deputy Governor of the Bank of Thailand. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and an A.B. (magna cum laude) in Economics from Harvard University.
Her career at the Bank of Thailand has been marked by significant leadership roles, including Deputy Governor for Corporate Development, Assistant Governor overseeing Financial Institutions Policy, and responsibilities in Financial Stability and Corporate Strategy. Dr. Mallikamas has also served as Senior Director of Financial Markets and played a crucial role as Senior Director for Macroeconomic and Monetary Policy, contributing to the central bank’s strategic direction and policy formulation.
Dr. Mallikamas has also contributed to the financial sector through her roles on the Board of Directors at Krungthai Asset Management and as Senior Executive Vice President for Global Business and Strategy at Krungthai Bank PCL.
Her dedication to economic stability and expertise in financial markets continues to shape Thailand’s economic policies under her leadership at the Bank of Thailand.
Dr. Luxmon Attapich
Chief Executive Officer of National Credit Bureau
Dr. Luxmon Attapich is an accomplished economist and leader with over 20 years of experience in economic policy, development finance, and corporate governance. She is currently Chief Executive Officer of the National Credit Bureau Co., Ltd., following her tenure as President earlier in 2025.
Her career spans senior roles in both the public and international sectors, including Advisor to the Country Manager at the World Bank and IFC, Deputy Secretary-General of the Eastern Economic Corridor Office of Thailand, and Senior Economics Officer at the Asian Development Bank. She has also served in key policy-making positions at Thailand’s Ministry of Finance, Revenue Department, and Government House.
Dr. Luxmon serves on the Eastern Economic Corridor Investment Incentives Committee and is an Independent Director at WHA Utilities and Power Public Company Limited. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in South East Asian Studies (Economic Development) from the University of Hull and the University of Cambridge, along with a Diploma and B.A. in Economics and Public Finance from Chulalongkorn University.
Chief Executive Officer of Krungthai Bank and Chairman of The Thai Bankers Associations
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Payong Srivanich
CEO, Krungthai Bank PCL
Mr. Payong Srivanich has extensive experience in banking and capital markets, with a career spanning leadership roles in both domestic and international financial institutions.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Arizona and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. He also received an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business Administration from Khon Kaen University.
Mr. Payong currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Krungthai Bank PCL. He also holds several prominent roles, including Chairman of the Thai Bankers’ Association (TBA), Chairman of the Board of National ITMX, Chairman of National Digital ID (NDID), Co-Chairman of the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB), and Chairman of the Nominating Committee and Independent Director at PTT Public Company Limited.
Before becoming CEO in November 2016, Mr. Payong served as Senior Executive Vice President, Head of Global Markets Group at Krungthai Bank beginning in 2015. Prior to that, he held the position of Managing Director, Head of Global Markets & Country Treasurer at Citibank N.A., Thailand.
Chief Executive Officer of Bangkok Commercial Asset Management
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Dr. Rak Vorrakitpokatorn
Chief Executive Officer of Bangkok Commercial Asset Management PCL
Dr. Rak Vorrakitpokatorn is currently the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bangkok Commercial Asset Management Public Company Limited (BAM). With a strong background in sustainable finance, debt management, and SME development, he plays a key role in steering BAM toward becoming a leader for transforming distressed assets into economic opportunities. His leadership reflects a commitment to financial innovation and social responsibility, with a strategic focus on resolving non-performing loans (NPLs) and non-performing assets (NPAs) in ways that support long-term economic stability.
Over the course of his career, Dr. Rak has held several key positions in the Thai financial sector, including leadership roles at the Dhanarak Asset Development Company Limited, the Islamic Bank of Thailand, and the Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG). Most recently, he served as Managing Director of the Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Bank), where he led strategic initiatives to promote sustainable exports, green finance, and economic resilience.
Dr. Rak earned a doctorate in business administration (economics) from the University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom; an MBA from the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom; and a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. His academic foundation bridges analytical rigor with practical business insight, which has become a hallmark of his leadership style.
Ms. Peach Patharavanakul
Executive Director of UBS Securities (Thailand)
Ms. Peach Patharavanakul has joined UBS Securities (Thailand) as an executive director in the UBS Investment Research since January 2022. She currently cover Thai banking and financial sector.
Ms. Peach worked as a sell side equity research analyst for over 20 years, covering the banking & financials, life insurance, consumer and hotel sectors. Her past experiences include serving as Head of Research at Macquarie Securities (Thailand) and Deutsche Tisco Investment Advisory. She started her career as an auditor at Arthur Andersen in 1999 and was the lead analyst to implement EVA® (Economic Value Added developed by Stern Stewart) at Mitrphol Sugar Corporation.
Ms. Peach holds a Master degree in Finance & Management from University of Exeter, and a Bachelor of Accountancy from Chulalongkorn University.
William E. Heinecke
Founder and Chairman of Minor International
William E. Heinecke is the founder and chairman of Minor International, a Thailand-based multinational spanning the Minor Hotels and Minor Food groups. He launched the company in Bangkok with $1,200 dollars in borrowed funds at the age of just 17, naming it “Minor Holdings” to reflect his status as a legal minor. Over six decades, he has transformed this small startup into a USD 5 billion hospitality empire with over 78,000 employees in 65 countries.
Known as one of Asia’s most inveterate entrepreneurs, Mr Heinecke’s maverick style, keen business acumen, and passion for experiential hospitality propelled Minor Hotels into one of the world’s largest hospitality groups – home to brands like Anantara, Avani, Elewana Collection, Tivoli, and NH Hotels and boasting over 640 properties in 65 countries.
Mr Heinecke launched Minor Food in 1980 with a single pizza outlet, introducing the American fast-food concept to Thailand. The group now boasts 2,700 stores, including The Pizza Company, The Coffee Club, and Burger King, across 24 countries. Minor Lifestyle also operates nearly 300 retail stores in Thailand.
In his role as Chairman of the Board, Heinecke now focuses his energy on long-term strategy, philanthropy, and forging new partnerships. A Thai citizen since 1991, he is an avid adventurer, pilot, vintage car collector, and co-owner of Mjets – Thailand’s first and only private jet FBO.
Mr. Chai Eamsiri
Chief Executive Officer, Thai Airways International
Mr. Chai Eamsiri joined Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) in 1985 and was promoted to Manager of Fuel Department in 1997, then Director of Corporate Insurance in 2003 and Director of Petroleum and Fuel Management in 2006 consecutively. In 2014, Mr. Eamsiri was appointed Vice President of Petroleum, Corporate Insurance and Aviation Environment Department. His most recent position was Chief of Financial Officer.
With Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Assumption University and Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Kasetsart University as well as over 40 years of working with THAI, Mr. Eamsiri has accumulated experiences and skills of airline business in important key areas of the company’s operations including financial and accounting literacy which is highly significant in achieving the Rehabilitation Plan amendments. Mr. Eamsiri has worked with international organizations and has been entrusted to be in a special working group of the business restructuring initiatives in 2020. He has played a vital role in the company’s Rehabilitation Plan implementation and transformation since 2020.
Mr. Chai Eamsiri was appointed THAI Chief Executive Officer on 1 February 2023.
Damien Pfirsch
Chief Commercial Officer of Agoda
As Chief Commercial Officer, Damien leads Agoda’s efforts in building strategic relationships with stakeholders across a diverse range of industries and functions. He oversees Rocket Travel by Agoda our Strategic Partnerships business unit, Key Accounts and Government Affairs.
In his role, Damien develops product driven partnerships to create long term values for both parties and leads agile sales teams in accelerating go-to-market initiatives.
Damien joined Agoda in 2012 as Regional Director. He has since held various positions of increasing responsibility, including VP of Strategic Partnerships & Programs, as well as VP of Product, where he led front end product innovation and strategy, including desktop, mobile and app.
Prior to Agoda, Damien was Director at companies such as Minor International, Exotissimo Travel and Keen Media.
Damien holds an MBA in Management, Marketing from Toulouse Business School.
Nantika Wiangphoem, CFA
Vice President of DBS Vickers Securities
Nantika Wiangphoem, CFA, is a Vice President in the Research Department at DBS Vickers Securities (Thailand), where she covers Thailand’s tourism and consumer sectors. She brings over 10 years of experience in equity research and financial analysis. Prior to joining DBS Vickers, she served as Associate Director in the Research Department at CLSA Securities (Thailand). Her career also includes roles at EY Corporate Services Limited and PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited.
Dr. Kongkiat Kespechara
Executive Committee of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services
Dr. Kongkiat Kespechara is the CEO of Group 3 and Group 6 at Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited (BDMS), overseeing 15 hospitals in the Eastern and Southern regions of Thailand. He also serves on multiple boards, including the Healthcare Accreditation Institute, the Faculty of Nursing at Chiang Mai University, the Faculty of Medicine at Naresuan University, and the Pridi Banomyong International College at Thammasat University.
He is also a Clinical Instructor at Oregon Health Science University in the United States. In addition to his medical leadership, Dr. Kongkiat has a strong commitment to social impact and education. He founded Kalapatana School in Phuket to promote innovative learning and created Hospital OS, an open-source hospital informatics system that has transformed operations in small rural hospitals across Thailand. He also serves as Secretary General of the Sodsri-Saridwongsa Foundation, driving educational reform initiatives nationwide.
His work has earned numerous accolades, including the Outstanding Performance in Internal Medicine Training Program (1995), the Thai Research Fund Award for Excellence in Research (2003), and the Thai Hospital Management Association’s Hospital Management Award (2007). Hospital OS has received international recognition, including the 3rd IT Princess Award in 2008. In 2009, he was elected to the Ashoka Fellowship as a Social Innovator, and in 2022 he was honored with the Outstanding Alumni Award from Prince of Songkla University.
Chief Executive Officer of RISE and
Managing Partner of SeaX Ventures
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Dr. Kid Supachai Parchariyanon
Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of RISE
Dr. Kid Supachai Parchariyanon is the CEO and Co-Founder of RISE, a corporate innovation powerhouse with a mission to drive 1% of GDP growth and reduce 1% of carbon emissions for Southeast Asia. RISE has worked with over 400 large conglomerates and government agencies to build innovation capabilities, accelerating more than 2,000 startups with a combined valuation of over $2 billion.
He is also the Managing Partner of SeaX Ventures, a US-based DeepTech VC fund that invests in exponential technologies globally. With $70 million in AUM, SeaX Ventures has backed several HealthTech and Life Sciences startups, including Qvin, Bariendo, Eigen, RyboDyn, Hepta Bio, alongside unicorns like Solana and Band Protocol.
With an MD from Mahidol University and an MS in Biomedical Informatics from Oregon Health and Science University, Dr. Kid has a deep passion for HealthTech and a strong belief in the transformative potential of emerging technologies—such as AI, advanced diagnostics, and personalized therapeutics.
He is an alumnus of the Stanford GSB Executive Program and has been recognized as a Gen.T List Honoree, Tatler’s The Futurist, Prestige’s 40 Under 40, and Eisenhower Fellow 2025.
Vice Dean for Research and Innovation
Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, of
Mahidol University
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Prof.Dr. Sith Sathornsumetee
Vice Dean for Research and Innovation Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
Sith Sathornsumetee, MD, is a Professor of Neurology and Vice-Dean for Research and Innovation at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University in Bangkok, Thailand. He also serves as Vice-Chair of the Education and Outreach Committee of the Asian Society for Neuro-Oncology (ASNO).
Dr. Sathornsumetee earned his medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. He completed research training in neuro-immunology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, followed by neurology residency and neuro-oncology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, USA. After completing his training in 2007, he returned to Siriraj Hospital to pursue a career as a physician-scientist and was promoted to Professor in 2018.
His clinical expertise focuses on the treatment of patients with brain tumors and neurological complications of cancer. His research interests include the preclinical and clinical development of novel therapeutic strategies, such as targeted drug delivery systems and precision medicine approaches for brain tumors. He has authored over 100 full-length manuscripts, invited reviews, and international book chapters.
Beyond his clinical, teaching, and research roles, Dr. Sathornsumetee served as Director of the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence Management (SiCORE-M) Unit from 2018 to 2022. In this role, he and his team identified key challenges and developed strategic initiatives—guided by the international Research and Innovation Advisory Committee—to strengthen biomedical and health science research. Their work led to the implementation of several support mechanisms aimed at accelerating Siriraj’s signature research programs and advancing the institution’s goal of becoming a world-class medical center through high-impact research and innovation.
Since October 2022, Dr. Sathornsumetee has served as Vice-Dean for Research and Innovation, overseeing research support systems, personnel, space and infrastructure, and funding strategies across the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital.
Dr. Num Tanthuwanit
Senior Advisor, Healthcare Strategy and Transactions
of EY-Parthenon
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Dr. Num Tanthuwanit
Senior Advisor, Healthcare Strategy and Transactions, EY-Parthenon
MBBS (Melbourne), FAFRM(RACP), MScM (Stanford)
Other positions:
- Independent advisor to healthcare organisations, investment firms, and health technology start-ups
Experience and Education:
Num was a Partner with EY-Parthenon’s Healthcare Strategy and Transactions group, covering the ASEAN region based in Singapore. He still acts as a Senior Advisor to the group, as well as independently advising healthcare organisations, investment firms, and health technology start-ups.
Before joining EY-P, he was the President Director/Group CEO of OMNI Hospitals Group in Indonesia, and prior to that was the Medical Director and CEO of Bumrungrad International Hospital, Thailand.
Num graduated with an M.B.,B.S. from the University of Melbourne, Australia, undertook a residency in Internal Medicine at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, and completed a Fellowship in Rehabilitation Medicine through the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. He practiced as a specialist physician in both public and private hospital settings in Australia, the UK, and Thailand.
He was an Alfred P. Sloan Fellow at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, USA, from July 2013 to June 2014, and received an MSc. in Management after this time.
Manop Sangiambut
Chief Financial Officer, SCB X PCL
Manop Sangiambut has served as Group CFO since 2020, playing a pivotal role in formulating the Group’s strategic direction and navigating the highly competitive, fast changing financial services. Manop has taken the leadership in cultivating an AI-first mindset and driving various AI initiatives within the SCBX Group. He received Asia’s Best CFO Award by Corporate Governance Asia (2023), Best and Outstanding CFO Awards by the Investment Analyst Association (2024, 2021), and the Issuer of the Year Award by the Thai Bond Market Association (2024).
Prior to his CFO appointments, Manop led SCB’s International Banking Business and China Business, pioneering the development of regional banking platforms in key markets including China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, Myanmar, and Cambodia. Under his leadership, SCB was the sole Thai bank to receive the “Best Local Bank in ASEAN for Belt & Road Award” from Asia Money for three consecutive years (2017–2019) and the “Best Belt & Road Bank for Thailand Award” from FinanceAsia in 2018.
Before joining SCB, Manop served as Head of China A-share Research at CLSA in Shanghai and Hong Kong from 2004 to 2012, specializing in China macroeconomic strategy and infrastructure sector investments. Earlier in his career, he worked at the Thai Ministry of Finance, focusing on state-owned enterprise development policies.
Manop holds an MBA in Finance from Carnegie Mellon University, USA, under the Royal Thai Government scholarship, and a Bachelor of Accounting Information Systems from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. Manop attended the CFO Leadership Program at Harvard Business School (2024) and Advanced Strategic Management course at IMD (2015). He is a certified public accountant (Thailand) and had served as a part-time lecturer at both Chulalongkorn University and Fudan University (Shanghai). In recognition of his academic and professional achievements, he received the “Thai Government Scholar Rising Star Award” in 2018.
Head of Lending, Ascend Money & Head of Business Development - Business Lending Product, Ascend Nano
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ITHINAN WATSUKSANTI
Head of Lending, Ascend Money & Head of Business Development - Business Lending Product, Ascend Nano
Ithinan currently leads Ascend Money’s digital lending business, focusing on expanding access to credit for underserved retail and MSME segments across Southeast Asia. He joined Ascend Money with over 15 years of experience in financial services, bringing a unique blend of credit risk expertise and product innovation to drive financial inclusion.
Prior to joining Ascend Money, Ithinan held key credit risk and portfolio management roles at leading Thai financial institutions including Kiatnakin Bank, TMB, and the Bank of Ayudhya. Throughout his career, he has specialized in designing inclusive loan products and utilizing alternative data such as e-wallet, telco, and retail transactions to underwrite thin-file customers.
At Ascend Money, Ithinan has played a key role in the development of proprietary credit scoring models and automated decision engines, helping the team achieve over 95% straight-through processing while maintaining robust risk control. His deep understanding of credit risk, combined with a passion for AI and data-driven lending, has positioned him at the forefront of responsible innovation in fintech.
Ithinan holds an MSc in Finance from Henley Business School, UK, and graduated with First Class Honors in Bachelor of Economics from Thammasat University. He is also a Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and is committed to using technology to close the financial access gap in emerging markets.
Ms. Sarachada Sornsong
Assistant Managing Director of Kiatnakin Phatra Securities
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Ms. Sarachada Sornsong
Assistant Managing Director of Kiatnakin Phatra Securities
Sarachada Sornsong is an Assistant Managing Director in Research group and joined Kiatnakin Phatra Securities in August 2025.
She covers banking and finance sectors. Sarachada has received IAA Award for Best Analyst 2024 in the banking sector.
Sarachada received her MSc. Economics from University of Essex, UK and Bachelor of Economics from Chulalongkorn University.
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