Terachai Yaoprukchai
Sustainability Business Manager SGS

A highly motivated and results-driven professional with 21+ years of experience spearheading impactful sustainability initiatives and managing business operations across diverse industries. Proven expertise in developing and executing sustainability strategies, conducting audits, managing certification processes, and fostering stakeholder engagement. Background in mechanical engineering, he possesses the technical knowledge essential for understanding energy use and GHG emissions within complex industrial settings.

Tipnapa Damrongvatanapokin (Tip)
Business Development Director, Thai Hoover Industry

Tipnapa Damrongvatanapokin is the Business Development Director at Thai Hoover Industry, a leading cosmetic packaging manufacturer in Thailand. With extensive experience in business development and strategic partnerships, she plays a key role in expanding Thai Hoover’s global presence and strengthening relationships with international clients

Her expertise spans market expansion, client engagement, and driving sustainable growth in the cosmetics packaging industry. Representing Thai Hoover at major industry events, Tipnapa is dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration within the global beauty and packaging sectors.

Dhitaya Thanomwong is a recognized expert in packaging development & design, innovation, and sustainability, with over 30 years of experience leading global initiatives for brands such as Johnson & Johnson, Unilever and Colgate-Palmolive. She has driven packaging strategies for personal care, home care, and cosmetic products across the Asia-Pacific region—delivering solutions that combine functionality, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility.

Dhitaya is known for advancing circular design, material innovation, and sustainable supply chain practices. She works closely with marketing and design teams to create packaging that enhances both brand identity and the consumer experience.

Since 2014, she has served as a guest lecturer at Kasetsart University, teaching global cosmetic and luxury packaging development strategy with a focus on design thinking, materials, and sustainable technologies.

With a collaborative and inclusive leadership style, Dhitaya has built and led cross-functional teams in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Turkey, and Australia. Today, she continues to inspire the industry as a mentor, speaker, and strategic advisor—championing ethical and sustainable packaging as a key driver of innovation and brand value in the beauty and personal care world.

Denice Sy is the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer (CSMO) for Ever Bilena Cosmetics, Inc. (EBCI). Before joining Ever Bilena, she graduated with honors from University of California Berkeley in 2014 where she obtained a simultaneous degree in B.S. Business Administration at the Haas School of Business and B.A. South & Southeast Asian Studies. She was also a recipient of the prestigious Fashion Scholarship Fund in New York, and is currently a regular lifestyle columnist at Manila Bulletin.

As the CSMO of EBCI, the company behind beauty brands Ever Bilena, Careline, Spotlight Cosmetics, Hello Glow, Ever Organics, Hyaloo and Blackwater, Denice has a bold vision of elevating Filipino beauty across all categories, market segments, and retail channels. Ever Bilena is the #1 local color cosmetics brand in the country, and aims to continuously innovate and expand its product portfolio and reach for every beauty.

BIOGRAPHY 

Assistant Professor Dr. Kulabutr Komenkul (Tam) is Co-founder of ArokaGO, a Thai Medical and Wellness Tourism Platform, and serves on the Committee at TMWTA (Thai Medical and Wellness Tourism Association). With a Ph.D. in Finance and an M.Res. in Finance from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh United Kingdom, and an M.B.A. (Finance) from Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand, he brings a wealth of academic and practical expertise to his roles. 

Currently,Asst.Prof.Dr. Komenkul holds positions as the Lecturer of Finance, Investment, and FinTech at Dhurakij Pundit University, Thailand, and as a lecturer for IBMP and Conc Thammasat University, Thailand. His teaching portfolio encompasses Data Analytics, Corporate Finance, Derivatives, Financial Modelling, and Quantitative Business Research. Noteworthy accolades include receiving the Erasmus+ fund in 2017 to teach Corporate Finance at Karlstad University, Sweden, and numerous prestigious awards such as the Best PhD Student Paper Award at the British Accounting and Finance Association (BAFA) Conference 2014. 

Dr. Komenkul’s research delves into corporate finance and market microstructure, with his work published in esteemed journals such as Applied Economics, Investment Management and Financial Innovation Journal, Journal of Financial Regulation and Compliance, and Inquiry: Journal of Healthcare Organization, and Provision and Financing. His dedication to academia and contributions to the field underscore his commitment to advancing knowledge and practice in finance. 

Assistant Professor Dr. Kulabutr Komenkul (Tam) is Co-founder of ArokaGO, a Thai Medical and Wellness Tourism Platform, and serves on the Committee at TMWTA (Thai Medical and Wellness Tourism Association). With a Ph.D. in Finance and an M.Res. in Finance from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh United Kingdom, and an M.B.A. (Finance) from Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand, he brings a wealth of academic and practical expertise to his roles. 

Currently,Asst.Prof.Dr. Komenkul holds positions as the Lecturer of Finance, Investment, and FinTech at Dhurakij Pundit University, Thailand, and as a lecturer for IBMP and Conc Thammasat University, Thailand. His teaching portfolio encompasses Data Analytics, Corporate Finance, Derivatives, Financial Modelling, and Quantitative Business Research. Noteworthy accolades include receiving the Erasmus+ fund in 2017 to teach Corporate Finance at Karlstad University, Sweden, and numerous prestigious awards such as the Best PhD Student Paper Award at the British Accounting and Finance Association (BAFA) Conference 2014. 

Dr. Komenkul’s research delves into corporate finance and market microstructure, with his work published in esteemed journals such as Applied Economics, Investment Management and Financial Innovation Journal, Journal of Financial Regulation and Compliance, and Inquiry: Journal of Healthcare Organization, and Provision and Financing. His dedication to academia and contributions to the field underscore his commitment to advancing knowledge and practice in finance. 

Dr. Ascha Thangpattanakul

is a Thai Board-certified physician in Preventive Medicine, with certified fellowships in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (DPU) and Moderate Sedation for Cosmetic Surgery (The Royal College of Anesthesiologists of Thailand).

She brings over 15 years of clinical experience in Regenerative Aesthetics, integrating both invasive and non-invasive procedures. She also holds advanced certifications in Blepharoplasty and Reconstructive Rhinoplasty from the Korean College of Cosmetic Surgery (KCCS).

As the Founder and Medical Director of The VOGUE Clinic, a 5-star AACI-accredited institution, Dr. Ascha serves as a Global Trainer and International Speaker. She has been invited to share her insights at AMWC Monaco 2024 and IMCAS World Congress Paris 2025 — two of the world’s largest scientific aesthetic forums, gathering over 20,000 doctors and global experts to explore the latest advancements in beauty and health.

Sittichai Kaewsuriyan (Dash)
Sales Manager, Aztech Innova Co., Ltd.

Sittichai has been part of Aztech Innova’s core team since its early days, playing a key role in expanding the company’s presence in Thailand’s medical aesthetics market. With over 5 years of experience, he specializes in strategic sales, product consultation, and customer service tailored to the needs of beauty clinics and healthcare providers.

He places strong emphasis on Thai FDA compliance and service excellence, developing efficient systems that have earned the trust of more than 1,000 clients nationwide.

Key Strengths:

• Medical aesthetics & device expertise
• Strategic sales & client consulting
• After-sales service & customer retention
• Thai FDA support & regulatory understanding
• Deep insight into Thailand’s clinic market

KinShen is a Principal Analyst who joined Mintel in 2022 and looks after the South APAC region. Prior to Mintel, he spent close to 8 years in R&D at Procter and Gamble, delivering on multiple upstream skincare innovation initiatives. He is a well-rounded expert in the beauty space, possessing extensive knowledge of APAC markets and consumers’ insights across the region

Mallory Huron is the Director of Beauty & Wellness at Fashion Snoops, a global trend forecasting agency. Huron is passionate about beauty, wellness, and food trends, working with the Fashion Snoops Beauty & Wellness team to craft thematic trend stories rooted in cultural shifts. Previous to Fashion Snoops, Huron worked with makeup artist and travel entrepreneur Stephanie Flor for the Around the World Beauty brand. Huron has been featured in Dazed Digital, The Strategist, Vogue, Coveteur, and Glossy, has presented at global trade shows including Cosmoprof North America, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, In Cosmetics, MakeupIn, Clean Beauty London, and more, and is a regular contributor to Global Cosmetic News’ In Conversation With podcast series.

Mr. Corrado Giaquinto
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Rojukiss International Public Company Limited

• Over 30 years of Business Experience​
• ​26 Years with Colgate-Palmolive in 10 markets​
• ​12 Years as CEO of 4 business units, including Thailand and Malaysia​
• ​Accelerated Sales in Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, similar size as Rojukiss​
• ​Launched 100 new Products in Thailand: Colgate, Protex, Care​​
• MBA from Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University​​
• ​Specialty: Strategy, Innovation, Marketing, Sales, International Business​

NATTAPON CHOOJITAROM​
OR HEALTH & WELLNESS Co.​, Managing Director​

​Education​

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (BBA), Marketing, UTCC​
• Master’s Degree of Art in Management , National University, ​San Diego California , USA
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​การอบรมหลักสูตรกรรมการ​

• หลักสูตร Director Certification Program (DCP) รุ่น 379/2025​
  สมาคมส่งเสริมสถาบันกรรมการบริษัทไทย (Thai IOD)
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​Work Experience​

• Manager, Customer Relationship​
• Manager, Digital Marketing​
• Manager, Café Amazon Marketing​
• Manager, Integrated Marketing Communication​
• VP, Corporate Communication​
• VP, Oil Retail Strategy and Marketing​
• VP, Health & Beauty Business Development Project​
• MD, OR Health and Wellness Co.​

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Shelly Lee
Assistant Manager

I’m the Global Sales Director for Amaholic at Firstmarket, while also managing part of the international sales for KOCOSTAR, our company’s flagship brand known for its global mask innovations.

With 9 years of professional experience, I began my career in office administration and sales support in the U.S. and entered the beauty industry in 2019 through international sales at TOLY Korea, part of the global cosmetic packaging group TOLY.

After five years in primary packaging, I transitioned to an eco-friendly secondary packaging company, focusing on molded pulp innovations.

Now at Firstmarket, I lead the global expansion of Amaholic, blending clean beauty principles with strategic brand storytelling.

Andrew has been involved in the Hospitality industry for over 40 years, of which over 20 has been in the spa & wellness sector.  Based in Thailand, his consultancy company Spa Origins Co., Ltd. has worked in Destination, Cruise ship, Day & Resort Spas across the region.   With a background as a chef and holder of a certificate in Kitchen Management, from the acclaimed Regency College of Technical and Further Education (South Australia).  He has worked in Australia, England, Hong Kong and Thailand, where we was recognised for best spa cuisine in the world 1998-2000. His career subsequently morphed into spa operations and ultimately spa & wellness consulting across Asia and as far afield as Europe and South America.  He has been employed by or consulted with spa & wellness facilities across multiple industry sectors both locally and internationally.

Dieter Buchner is the co-founder and retreat leader of Vietnam Detox, the first provider of Buchinger Fasting retreats in Vietnam since 2016. With a background in hospitality and wellness across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, Dieter is a certified wellness coach and Buchinger fasting coach (dfa). He leads transformative retreats in locations such as Hue, Hoi An, and Yen Tu, empowering individuals to achieve sustainable health and well-being through fasting, movement, relaxation, and education. Dieter is dedicated to advancing evidence-based wellness practices and is recognized for his expertise in integrating traditional and modern health approaches. 

Position

• Medical Director of RAKxa International Wellness Retreat (RxW)
• Head of Data and Integrative Wellness Platform Development of RAKxa
• Counselor on Lifestyle medicine for Ministry of Public health, Department of Health
• Committee of Integrative Medicine Faculty of Ramathibodi Medical University

Dr. Puneet Dhawan (BAMS), Founder & Director Of Karma Ayurveda

Holding more than 12 years of expertise, Dr. Puneet is a founder and an Ayurvedic Specialist at Karma Ayurveda and has been serving the society actively and persistently. Offering true and genuine Ayurvedic treatment to people for numerous diseases and disorders, he has consulted 1,50,000+ patients so far and has delivered tremendous results.

His vision & mission remains to prosper every home with best possible health, unequalled vitality, and a stress-free lifestyle.

Asia Liu
As a Thai-born Chinese who has spent her teen years living in China and graduated from the Faculty of Arts in Chinese Studies at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, Asia possesses a profound knowledge of both Thai and Chinese culture. Now she seeks to share one of the most treasured practices from Chinese culture with those searching for organic, natural wellness across the world. That starts by awakening new audiences to TCM’s life-changing powers in a fresh approach. Her deep knowledge of Thailand’s social fabric and business landscape gives her a strong foundation for success within the community.

A second generation of doctor’s family, continues to carry knowledges, rooted from “Balavi’s nature-based healing approaches, and integrate all east-meet-west practices of physical, biological, psychological the rapies with nutrition care to treat and transform our patients into a healthier and better living 

Beginning her journey in equity management, she fine-tuned her strategic expertise in optimizing portfolios for global financial giants. Now, as the Beauty Sector Director at Kantar Worldpanel, she brings over nine years of invaluable experience to the table. Collaborating closely with top companies, she spearheads initiatives that unlock growth opportunities and drive innovation in the ever-evolving beauty landscape.

Fast-tracking international beauty executive with 12 years of experience in US, China and Global markets. Unique career path which includes scaling high-growth “indie”/founder-led brands to multi-billion-dollar legacy brands. Recognized as a visionary leader who inspires and energizes a team to deliver exceptional results.

Barkha Bairagi,  Associate Director of Client Success, Mintel