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Mr Andrew Gan is Past President of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists Singapore, holds an executive MBA with distinction from Aalto University and a B.A. with Honours from the National University of Singapore. For over a decade until the present, he holds an adjunct lecturing position at the Singapore Polytechnic.
Apart from his voluntary roles as President of the CTFAS and Board Member of the ASEAN Cosmetic Association, Andrew is Managing Director of Toshiki International Singapore – a Japanese CDMO which designs, develops and manufactures Medical Devices. His expertise and areas of interests include design thinking, new product development, innovation strategies, personal care products, medical devices, manufacturing and sustainability issues for the Industry.
Dr Preecha-korn received his Master Degree in Management and a PhD in Polymer Engineering from Bradford University in the United Kingdom. He started his career with Unilever in the UK and followed a career path with Unilever for 25 years on international assignments to the Philippines, Ghana, China, Turkey and Bangladesh. He has been involved in Supply Chain, Project Management and Innovations before returning to Thailand in 2004 to take up the position as Regulatory Affairs Counsellor, Unilever Asia PTE.
Since returning to Thailand, Dr Suvanaphen has worked with ASEAN Regulators to set up a Harmonised Cosmetic Regulations for 10 ASEAN Countries. He has served as Secretary of the ASEAN Cosmetic Committee and a President of the ASEAN Cosmetics Association.
In addition, Dr Suvanaphen was a member of Thai FDA Cosmetic Committee, and a Vice Chairman of Thai FDA Liaison Committee. He was also a part-time lecturer on International Business Management at Mahidol University. He is currently an Honorary Adviser of Thai Cosmetic Manufacturers Association, and the Adviser to the Chemical Group and Cosmetics Group of the Federation of Thai Industries.
Jocelyn has current strategic leadership role over the country’s business lines in Consumer and Retail (CRS), Minerals, and GIS in SGS Philippines.
Jocelyn’s mission includes strategic management of the assigned business lines with major focus in achieving healthy and sustainable financial performance, aligned with corporate commitments on operational excellence and operational integrity, and achieving or sustaining market leadership.
She had taken various strategic leadership roles for about 34 years in SGS in several industries namely agriculture, mining, fertilizer, consumer goods and retail, food, electronics and electrical, apparel, and hardgoods, industrial among others between 1997 to date. Her extensive strategic and business management roles in SGS and in various industries exposed her in major competencies of the company, i.e. testing, inspection, verification, certification, audit, and training between 1996 to date.
During her over 25-year career in the analytical laboratory business within SGS, she has developed analytical laboratory expertise, aligned with ISO 17025 requirements and had been instrumental in pioneering the laboratory testing business in the country. Jocelyn was involved in the operation and strategic management of a multi-disciplinary laboratory that serviced several business sectors – food, agriculture, minerals and coal, environment, and consumer products.
Juanita Aditiawan is the President of ASEAN Cosmetics Association and Vice President in charge of External Affairs and Business Development of Indonesian Cosmetics Association (PERKOSMI). She is active in cosmetics business in Indonesia ranging from own brands, contract manufacturing as well as distribution of cosmetics ingredients. She has developed large international as well as national network in the industry during her 20 years of experience.
My lifetime experience and expertise covers a span of more than 30 years in the cosmetic industry through joint-ventures, both in Malaysia and China. Leading these companies in the research, innovation and manufacturing of personal care, toiletries, makeup and skincare cosmetics to serve our most valued brand customers, is a continuous source of learning, achievement and satisfaction.
The Intercosmetic was founded through a joint-venture and technology partnership with a world renowned Italian and Swiss cosmetic group. We were the first and only cosmetic OEM in South-East Asia and China serving Italian and Swiss cosmetic innovation, products, OEM and B2B services to brands and private label owners.
In Malaysia, we have established an R&D center with a modern cosmetic manufacturing facility developing and producing halal-certified cosmetic products for our customers.
Ever still passionate in the cosmetic business, I enthusiastically endeavor to serve our customers with continuous innovation and improvement, to enhance our total-solution value proposition to our customers and making great products to their consumers.
More than 20 years working in Cosmetics and Foods
Industry with various experiences in R&D, Corporate
Relation and Regulatory Affairs- covering many different
roles.
Mr. Chivanon Piyaphitakskul
Position: Senior Marketing Manager, Kantar Worldpanel Thailand and Malaysia
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:
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
Yang is responsible for enriching regional cross-industry insights on Asia Health and Beauty, working with local analysts and providing high quality market insights to key clients.
She joined Euromonitor International in 2022,and has seven years’ experiences in strategic planning and venture development in the beauty and retail industries.
Her research areas include the Asian beauty market, K-beauty, C-beauty, dermocosmetics, clean beauty, digitalisation and personalisation. Prior to joining Euromonitor, Yang worked at Beiersdor Korea and GS Shop.
Vivek Sistla 就职于联合利华，担任东南亚地区美容与健康部门以及全球旁氏集团的研发主管。他还是曼谷跨职能区域研发中心的现场负责人。他在多个产品类别和地区拥有超过 20 年的研发经验，曾在亚洲、欧洲和非洲市场任职。
他的专长领域包括产品和包装设计、消费者洞察力以及实用的可持续解决方案。他参与了多个与外部合作伙伴和学术机构合作的开放式创新项目。他曾代表联合利华参与多个行业协会和公私合作项目。
他热衷于可持续发展、健康与保健、人员能力发展和协作性生态系统。
Khun Montira Pornprasit 毕业于朱拉隆功大学，获得制药科学学士学位，并在 NIDA（国家发展管理学院）攻读工商管理硕士学位
Khun Montira 毕业后就开始了她在化妆品行业的职业生涯。她的专业强调配方和包装的研究开发。
在Milott任职的14年里，她在护肤、护发、个人护理、彩妆、膳食补充剂、医疗器械、生产工艺、产能扩张和质量等多个领域取得了进步。
目前 Khun Montira 在 Milott 担任技术总监。深入关注当前苛刻客户趋势可持续主题的化妆品配方和包装开发，包括可持续来源的成分、节能节水的制造工艺、可回收包装等
Joanna Liu，1999 年毕业于武汉大学，加入 UDN Packaging 公司超过 15 年，担任客户服务和发货管理主管。
她在这一领域拥有丰富的经验，对生产、工艺、运输等非常了解，善于与客户沟通。
A Lead aesthetic physician and doctor trainer at Romrawin Clinic since 2008. Graduate from College of Medicine, Rangsit University and Associate Degree in Dermatology from Cardiff University, Wales. One of 20 doctor trainer in Mentorship Program to Allergan Medical Aesthetics.
Many certifications such as AMI Masterclass “A New Solution to Better Skin Quality”, Ultherapy S.P.T Treatment Provider, Botulinum Toxin Antibody by Mahidol University, World Congress of Aesthetic Surgery-Medicine, Anti-Aging and Alternative Medicine (WCAM) and Leadership skills in weight management with the science of eating and nutrition by Chulalongkorn University. She’s also a member of Dermatological Society of Thailand, Thai Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and surgery and IMCAS Academy.
PERFUMERY COSMETICS & TOILETRIES
BEAUTY SALON & SPA PRODUCTS
HAIR, NAIL & ACCESSORIES
NATURAL & ORGANIC
NUTRACEUTICALS & DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
OEM & ODM / PRIVATE LABEL
MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT
INGREDIENTS & RAW MATERIALS
PRIMARY AND SECONDARY PACKAGING
PRINT & LABEL
Yang负责丰富对亚洲健康和美容区域的跨行业见解，与当地分析师合作，并向主要客户提供高质量的市场见解。
她于 2022 年加入 Euromonitor International，在美容和零售行业拥有七年战略规划和风险开发经验。
她的研究领域包括亚洲美容市场、韩国美容、中国美容、皮肤美容、清洁美容、数字化和个性化。在加入 Euromonitor 之前，Yang 曾在 Beiersdor 韩国和 GS Shop 工作。
Pramote Dechaboonsiripanich 或 Khun Mote 曾在Proctor & Gamble工作 15 年，领导亚太地区的各个财务和会计部门。 2013 年至 2017 年期间，他曾担任P&G泰国、缅甸和寮国集群的首席财务官。此前，他曾担任新加坡亚太地区皮肤和个人护理部的财务总监。在加入 PAÑPURI 之前的最后一项任务中，他在 2017-18 年间负责了一项扩大销售任务，负责P&G传统贸易渠道（收入规模 40 亿泰铢）。
自 2018 年加入 PAÑPURI 以来，Khun Pramote 一直与私募股权投资者和创始人合作，推动业务和组织转型。特别是在2019冠状病毒期间，他带领公司度过了一系列重大业务动荡，并在两年内扭亏为盈。他的梦想是将泰国奢华健康和生活方式品牌 PAÑPURI 推向全球舞台。
教育背景
2021 – 2022 : 苏南苏南达拉贾巴特大学发展管理哲学博士课程
2018 – 2022 : 都拉吉邦迪大学理学硕士（抗衰老与再生医学
2015 – 2017年：塔玛萨大学工商管理硕士（战略管理
2003 – 2007年：素安都实拉贾巴特大学工商管理（市场营销）学士学位
工作经历
2022 年至今： 首席执行官（所有者），Rolling Loud Thailand
2022 年至今 安永拉面首席执行官（CEO）
2016 – 至今： 2016 – 至今： Revomed（泰国）有限公司首席执行官（CEO）
2013 – 2016: 医疗地图国际有限公司销售总监
2008 – 2013: 2008 – 2013 年： 太平洋医疗保健有限公司全国销售经理
Extensive experience includes auditing diverse sectors like manufacturing, chemical, and energy production. Experienced Lead Auditor and Lead Tutor specializing ISO 50001 (Energy Management). Background in mechanical engineering, he possesses the technical knowledge essential for understanding energy use and GHG emissions within complex industrial settings.
นพ.ธาดา จบการศึกษาแพทยศาสตร์บัณฑิตจากคณะแพทยศาสตร์ มหาวิทยาลัยเชียงใหม่ และศึกษาต่อวิชาโรคผิวหนัง (Dermatology) ที่ Hahneman Medical College ณ ประเทศสหรัฐอเมริกา สอบได้เป็นผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านโรคผิวหนัง และเป็นผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านสาขาตจพยาธิวิทยาหรือสาขาเนื้อเยื่อผิวหนัง (Dermatopathology)
นพ.ธาดา เปิดสอนเทคนิคการรักษาโรคผิวหนังเวชสําอางและ Mesotherapy ให้กับแพทย์ชาวไทย และต่างประเทศที่สนใจ ผ่านทางสมาคมเวชสําอาง และศัลยศาสตร์ผิวพรรณและมหาวิทยาลัยแม่ฟ้าหลวง ทั้งยังได้รับเชิญเป็นวิทยากร ในการบรรยายความรู้ด้านโรคผิวหนัง และความงามในหลายประเทศ เช่น อียิปต์ สหรัฐอเมริกา ละตินอเมริกา และเอเชียตะวันออกเฉียงใต้
นพ.ธาดา เป็นผู้ก่อตั้งสถาบันความรู้ Asian Esthetic Dermatology (AED) เกี่ยวกับเวชศาสตร์ผิวพรรณ เป็นผู้อำนวยการหลักสูตรและเป็นอาจารย์สอนวิชาเวชศาสตร์ผิวพรรณ ณ มหาวิทยาลัยแม่ฟ้าหลวงที่กรุงเทพฯ เน้นด้านการดูแลรักษาสิว ฝ้า ตลอดจนเทคนิคการทำเลเซอร์ต่างๆ การฉีด ฟิลเลอร์ โบทูลินั่มท็อกซิน และทำการวิจัยสูตรรักษาสิว ฝ้า ครีมกันแดด สูตรชะลอริ้วรอย รวมทั้งการผลัดเซลล์ผิว
Thanittra Dokpikul is responsible for regulatory compliance and registration of cosmetic, hazardous substances, medical devices, agricultural chemicals, and other home care products in Thailand. PhD in Environmental Toxicology, specializing in all elements of toxicity data review. Represents the affiliate and the corporation in technical and regulatory and serves the affiliate in all technical matters relating.
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
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
Ms. Baoxia Zhuang is currently the Chairman of Better Way Group and the General Manager of Better Way (Asia) Ltd. Better Way Group is mainly engaged in the research and development, production and sales of cosmetics. It has a Sino-Thai joint venture brand MISTINE, as well as its own brands such as ROPO and ispeak. According to the business attributes of the Group, there are several companies such as Better Way (Asia) Limited, Better Way (Shenzhen) Cosmetics Limited and Shanghai Mistine Marketing Services Limited. Currently, BWG has more 700 employees located in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Vietnam and Indonesia. The Group is committed to providing professional and safe products to our female users. We have 3 major R&D Lab around the world, which are located in Shanghai, China, Bangkok, Thailand and Hamburg, Germany.
MISTINE has been introduced into China since 2016, and opened its flagship store on Tmall Global. In 2017, it has successively entered into mainstream e-commerce platforms and expanded into supermarket and CS channels, and its double-eleven (all channels) sales exceeded the previous year’s sales by 8 times. In 2018, MISTINE Wing’s Powder and 4D Super model Mascara were awarded the Best Base/Eye Makeup Product Award by the China MeiYi TOP List. In 2019, the company had deepened its product R&D layout, foundation formula upgrade; MISTINE won the Tmall Golden Makeup Award, Golden Mai Award in the quality category, China Beauty Brand Footprint Leap Brand and Top 10 Preferred Brands by Consumers, etc. In 2020, the company had jointly organized the online fashion week with ELLE, leading the new trend of Thai makeup and winning many awards. In 2021, MISTINE sunscreen ranked top, cut into the new skin care segment, brand image was also being re-upgraded. MISTINE has become the new leading Chinese and Thai people’s beauty brand. Its Little Yellow Cap sunscreen has been the No. 1 Top seller in China for 4 consecutive years (2021-2024).
In 2021, Better Way Group started to lay out its own brands. Its efficacy skincare brand ROPO, the series of lip care products launched by Better Way Group had gained popularity among consumers upon its launch, and its new make-up brand i speak has also been launched, and Better Way Group is moving towards the direction of multi-brand development.
The company, under the leadership of Ms. Baoxia Zhuang, started from 0 and introduced MISTINE into China to deliver the beauty of tropical youthful energy to Chinese consumers. At the same time, she led the team to develop many innovative products suitable for Chinese consumers, such as sunscreen and air cushion foundation, according to Chinese consumer habits.
With more than 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, Ms. Baoxia Zhuang has great passion and keen insight into the cosmetics industry. She upholds the principles of honesty and mutual benefit, and has won the trust of customers and the love of employees.
Fifi was born in Shanghai, studied psychology and graphic design in Tokyo, and is fluent in English and Japanese. From 1999 to 2004, Fifi worked as the Design Director at SinoMedia and was in charge of the bilingual publication STARDOM for the Starwood Hotel Group. She rose from designer to become Editor-in-Chief of SpaChina Magazine, which this year celebrates its 19th anniversary. As the key opinion leader of China’s spa industry, she has hosted the annual SpaChina Wellness and Spa Summit and Awards and published industry reports for the previous 16 years. In 2009, Fifi won the Most Creative Woman Director award from China Sorority, and also won silver medals at the Hong Kong International Wushu Festival in 2008 and 2009. She is an accredited international nutrition consultant with IARI (International Accreditation and Registration Institute).
Phrapakorn is the Director of the Thai Traditional Medicine Center, Journal of Thai Tinakornnimit Temple, Class 9.
Phrapakorn approaches massage through Contemporary art of Thai massage. He’s also teacher of various massage techniques: Mixed massage, Thai massage mixed with tapping techniques and bending stretching technique.
Katherine Droga is Chair of the Global Wellness Institute’s Wellness Tourism Initiative and founder of several successful global wellness platforms including Well Traveller, Wellness Tourism Industry Summit and Wellness Wander Festival. She is also the Executive Producer of Well Traveller TV. Her consultancy firm, Droga & Co., specializes in wellness and sustainable visitor strategies and capacity building for destinations, tourism experiences, and events worldwide. Katherine has worked for over 25 years, successfully leading teams and brands in the tourism and media sector. She was previously part of the executive leadership team for Tourism Australia and led the organizations international operations, distribution platforms, and partnerships for over a decade.
Michelle is an inspirational hotelier with a passion for connecting people on a purpose, combined with the tenacity to bring pioneering concepts to life. Her background experience includes launching Asia’s first Spa-Inclusive resorts in Vietnam, leading the operations of 15 spas in Thailand and the Maldives, and she also comes with years of international hotel management expertise from across the globe. Her projects have gained global recognition, significant financial returns, and numerous accolades and awards under her forward-thinking leadership. She is also a qualified Practitioner of Systemic Constellations, which is a unique approach to explore the hidden dynamics that influence our lives and aims to restore natural harmony to our systems. Her vision for building an authentic wellness ecosystem embodied within hospitality guides the Lumina Wellbeing brand to be perfectly placed to lead the market with next-generation wellness hospitality concepts that truly deliver ‘return on wellbeing’ for both the guests and the owners/investors.
Dr. Nichamon Samantarat, widely known as Dr. Nicha, is a pioneering US-licensed naturopathic doctor based in Thailand. She holds a doctorate degree in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University and a B.Sc. in biochemistry and pre-medicine from the University of Winnipeg, Canada. With memberships in international professional associations, Dr. Nicha brings a wealth of experience to the healthcare industry in Thailand.
Specializing in hormone imbalances, autoimmune disorders, allergies, and complex chronic conditions, Dr. Nicha adopts a comprehensive treatment approach. Her methods encompass clinical nutrition, medical exercise, lifestyle counseling, botanical medicine, nutraceuticals, IV therapy, hydrotherapy, and physical medicine. By integrating these diverse modalities, her goal is to help patients achieve optimal physical, emotional, and mental health through sustainable approaches.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Nicha is the founder of the Naturopathic Integrative Center for Health & Education (NICHE Natural Health). She is also renowned as a wellness business consultant, university lecturer, speaker, and health columnist. Her expertise extends to pre-opening and training for international wellness retreats.
Driven by her extensive knowledge and unwavering commitment, Dr. Nicha inspires and empowers individuals on their wellness journeys. With a deep passion for promoting sustainable health and wellness, she actively works towards making a positive impact in society.
Direct team and daily operations of M-SPA International, encompassing 45-plus projects across Asia’s hotel spa units and extend support to all other regions and Minor Hotel Brands across Middle East and Europe.
Accomplished and Results-Driven Professional with Over two Decades’ Experience in Luxury Hospitality, Spa, Fitness & Medical Wellness Management.
Winner of multiple awards and recognised as a thought leader in the industry. A strong track record of driving operational excellence and revenue growth across diverse global environments. Known for overseeing multiple spas, fitness, medical wellness, and private club membership facilities, managing diverse and disparate teams, and deep experience in forging strategic partnerships. Unique expertise in pre-opening six hotel/resort properties, demonstrating a proven ability to navigate complex operational challenges and deliver successful launches. Skilled in fostering culture of excellence and delivering unparalleled service, whilst achieving outstanding results in revenue generation and brand development.
Mr. Sunai graduated Bachelor’s Degree from Assumption University, Bangkok in major of General Management in October 1997 and graduated in Master of Science in anti-aging and regenerative medicine from Dhurakit Bundit University, Bangkok. He started to learn wellness business in Suuko Spa Executive as a General Manager (2004 – 2006) Took care of 260 staffs in total and held the responsibilities of planning, developing, and setting up the 10,000 Square Meters of day spa operations. After that he stepped forward as an operation Manager of (South East Asia) of MSpa International Limited (2006 – 2008), he took care of the operations and management of 13 Spas in Thailand, 3 Spas in Maldives, 1 Spa in Vietnam and 1 Spa in India.
After collected experiences in wellness and hospitality business, Mr. Sunai had changed his role to freelance Spa Consultant for Akaryn Management and ESENSw, Mr. Sunai took care of operations strategies, spa rebranding, spa retail development, and human resources development for 2 spas in Phuket and Pranburi. Two years later he operated his own business “Spanovator”. The wellness business consultant that he has been exerted his talent and ability on it. And Mr. Sunai is appointed as Vice President of Spa Professional Association (Thailand) and Vice President of Thai Spa Association as well.
Monika Opoldova is a wellness operator specialized in massages and alternative therapies. A lover of complementary medicine, she is currently a student of Osteopathy. Since 2021, she has been a co-author and teacher of the Gaia rituals protocol and member of EMA scientific committee.
Mr. Uten Lohachitpitaks joins Pruksa in January 2022 with over 28 years of multi-disciplinary experience in banking, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions in technology, telecom and real estate sector, property fund and assets management, tech venture capital, building business and transformation, strategy and execution across Southeast Asia, Australia, United Kingdom and Europe. At Pruksa, he oversees strategic growth of the group, set up Pruksa’s first corporate venture fund to pursue outside-in innovations in proptech, healthtech and sustainability.
Prior to joining the group, he held key leadership positions as Group Chief Investment Officer at Frasers Property, Managing Director at DBS Bank Ltd. (Singapore) and Director of Investment Banking at United Overseas Bank (Thai) Plc.
Wulan Tilaar, a holistic beautifier, visionary in Indonesian beauty, dedicated to enhancing both the outer and inner beauty of Indonesian women. Her 100% home-grown beauty business embodies the motto of beautifying Indonesia while empowering women at its core. Leading the Spa Company, with 40 branches across Indonesia, Brunei, and Sri Lanka, she also spearheads a SPA therapist scholarship for underprivileged girls. Women empowerment is a fundamental principle, transcending typical corporate philanthropy. Wulan’s holistic approach ensures women forge their own paths to development.
Dominique Petruzzi is a Research Expert for Non-food FMCG and Retail at Statista. Specifically, Dominique covers the Beauty, Cosmetics and Personal Care industries, primarily analyzing the main market players and the latest trends. Her recent publications include a data-driven report on fragrances, focusing on the most popular brands for key countries in for perfumes and fragrances. She has also published deep-dive reports on market-leading companies in the beauty industry, and she contributes regularly to Statista’s Consumer Trends reports with beauty and cosmetics insights.
Hold a strong passion in herbal ingredients for health/beauty and sustainable development. 12+years in extraction in health and wellness at Specialty Natural Products and Specialty Innovation with background in chemistry and MBA in finance. I extended my science expertise with PhD. in Biotech Pharmaceutical Sciences on co-research at CMU x Chiba Univeristy x Bionorica SE, Germany. Under my entrepreneurial management, the Company established strong business in Southeast Asia, China, and few European countries and conduct Sustainable sourcing by reaching out to local farmer in Thailand. Currently a President of Society of Cosmetic Chemist Thailand (SCCT), invited lecturer, and the Thai representative at International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC).
Mr. Xie Yizhang has 20 years’ experience in Cosmetics technical area. He joined Mary Kay (China) in 2010 and now serves as Senior Manager, Technical Services and Commercialization to lead Packaging Development, Formula Transfer, Process Development and Stability Analysis in AP region.
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.