Times are changing and whether we like it or not, consumer behaviours are evolving with it. For the beauty shopper, digital today is no longer just a virtual experience but has become a necessity; a default for any purchase. Panelists will discuss leveraging data analytics to generate consumer insights and aid personalisation, the evolution of customers’ needs, and how […]
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.
Brief Biography
With over two decades of experience in the tourism industry, began a career in marketing roles at various hotels in Thailand before being appointed as Sales Manager at Chiva-Som International Health Resort Co., Ltd. in 2001. Currently serves as an Advisor to Mr. Krip Rojanastien, Chairman and CEO of Chiva-Som International Health Resort Co., Ltd., while also holding positions as a Committee Member for Hospitality and Chairperson of the Subcommittee on Wellness Business at the Thai Chamber of Commerce.
Premjit Phothiwaraparn
Regional Director of Spa & Wellness – Minor Hotels
With over 23 years of experience in the spa and wellness industry, Premjit currently serves as the Regional Director of Spa & Wellness for Minor Hotels, where she oversees wellness strategy and development across a diverse portfolio of luxury hotel brands including Anantara, Avani, and NH Collection.
Premjit’s passion lies in creating wellness concepts that harmoniously integrate holistic traditions with modern innovation. She has led the development and implementation of signature wellness programs and strategic brand partnerships- including collaborations with world-renowned institutions such as Clinique La Prairie and VIVID by Verita. She also oversees the creation and execution of Minor Hotels’ in-house wellness brands: Layan Life by Anantara, Anantara Wellness, and AvaniWell- each designed to deliver personalized, integrative wellness journeys tailored to the unique identity of each brand.
Beyond strategic development, she is actively involved in building and nurturing high-performing spa and wellness teams, curating treatment offerings, and sourcing wellness equipment and products that align with global brand standards and local licensing regulations. Her work bridges creative vision with operational excellence, ensuring compliance, consistency, and impactful guest experiences.
Premjit areas of expertise includes wellness strategy, brand development, medical wellness integration, guest journey design, and team leadership. She is committed to elevating wellness across the entire hotel experience- from traditional spa services to advanced, results-driven wellness modalities- while driving long-term business growth and innovation.
Premjit remains dedicated to contributing to the broader wellness community and welcome opportunities for collaboration, dialogue, and collective progress as we shape the future of wellness in hospitality.
Andrew Gan is the past-President and life-time honorary member of the SCSS (Society of Cosmetic Scientists, Singapore). He holds an MBA with distinction from Aalto University and a BA with Honours at the National University of Singapore. For over a decade, he has taught innovation, packaging, product design & development as adjunct lecturer. He draws on his inter-disciplinary background and experience of over three decades in the personal care, cosmetic and medical device industry. Professionally, he co-creates functional cosmetics and medical devices with a team of over seventy R&I scientists and experts in regulatory affairs and quality assurance across three countries.
Robert Brockman is a seasoned Information Technology professional with over 15 years of experience driving digital innovation and transformation. His expertise lies in developing and executing strategic digital initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies, and fostering a digital-first culture to deliver sustainable business growth. Robert also drives research projects within the data analytics centre in Meiyume such as generative AI for consumer insights mining and AI-assisted graphic design . He is currently overseeing cross-functional teams in marketing & data analytics and has built lasting partnerships with stakeholders to align digital strategies with overall business objectives.
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
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.
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.
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.
French cosmetics expert passionate with all things beauty, has built her career in Asian beauty consulting agency Asia Cosme Lab.
Today, she is in charge of South East Asian markets and living part-time in Jakarta.
She participates regularly in international beauty conferences and beauty award selection jury.
Fascinated by the rise of Halal Beauty but also building knowledge on hot topics such as Green & Clean Beauty, West vs East beauty perspective…
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, Board of Trustees of ASEAN Cosmetic Association and the Adviser to the Chemical Group and Cosmetics Group of the Federation of Thai Industries.
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.
Mr. Thant Zaw Ko was the CEO and a member of the Board of Directors at Shangrila-Leap International.
SLIC manufactures skincare, toiletries, and household items. All of these items are manufactured under license by Cosmecreate Items Inc., Osaka, Japan. He has been a visiting lecturer at Yangon University’s IC Department for over a decade, in addition to his volunteer responsibilities as Vice President of the Myanmar Cosmetics Association and President of the Myanmar Barcode Association (GS1 Myanmar). His talents and interests include marketing, new product development, innovation strategies, personal care and skin care products, manufacturing, and industry sustainability.
Christine Michelle Pangilinan-Reyes is a Licensed Pharmacist. She is the Technical Regulatory Manager of the Innovation and Science Department of Amway Philippines, L.L.C.
For 18 years, she has gained vast experience and expertise in the areas of Community Pharmacy, Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Regulatory Pharmacy particularly for Pharmaceuticals, Health Supplements, Cosmetics (Beauty and Personal Care), Durable Products, Home Care Products and Fertilizers.
She currently holds the position as President of the Chamber of Cosmetics Industry of the Philippines and previously led CCIP External Committees such as the Regulatory, Government and Industry Affairs and Professional Development and Education. Christine is also a member of the ASEAN Cosmetics Association Board. She is the Health and Dietary Supplement Association of the Philippines’ Representative to the ASEAN Alliance of Health Supplement Association. Her professional trainings include programs taken locally and internationally. Passionate about work and profession, she ensures that products passed all local regulatory and quality requirements prior release to market.
Monika Opoldova 是一位专门从事按摩和替代疗法的健康经营者。她热爱补充医学，目前是整骨疗法的学生。自 2021 年以来，她一直是盖亚仪式协议的合著者和教师，以及 EMA 科学委员会成员。
Kru Kae 是一名按摩治疗师和 传统泰式按摩老师。 Kru 常驻曼谷，从事泰式按摩多年。
她通过“泰式瑜伽能量疗愈”培训课程宣传泰式按摩的重要性，此课程是一种创新的治疗方法，让接受者享受美好的身体体验，令按摩从业者得到新的沟通方式。
Phrapakorn 是泰国传统医学中心主任，《泰国 Tinakornnimit 寺杂志》（Journal of Thai Tinakornnimit Temple）第 9 级。
Phrapakorn 通过当代泰式按摩艺术进行按摩。
他还教授各种按摩技术：混合按摩、结合敲击技术和弯曲伸展技术的泰式按摩。
Suthep 是曼谷传统泰式按摩与SPA Sirilada 学校的主任兼导师。
Suthep在他多年的经验中教授了按摩从业者许多传统泰式按摩。他在健康和治疗方案的方面更提出了自己的技术和理念。
而实际上，他的泰式瑜伽按摩在泰国曼谷更是一个重要里程碑。
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.
Dr. Sittha Sukkasi is a designer and developer with a deep passion for sustainability. He is committed to enhancing the quality of life by developing innovative and sustainable
design solutions that are both insightful and creative.
Dr. Sukkasi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from Brown University and a Master’s and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States. At MIT, he engaged in research on design methodologies, acquired training in product development, and contributed to the teaching of a product engineering course. Currently, he holds the position of senior researcher at MTEC, a national research center in Thailand.
Dr. Sukkasi has spearheaded and contributed to numerous design and development projects. Prominent examples include an innovative device for treating contaminated drinking water in impoverished regions, upcycled furniture crafted from waste materials, a multifunctional bed designed to promote active aging, fall-prevention devices for hospitalized patients, sensory blankets tailored for individuals with dementia, a concentration-training game, toys that facilitate multigenerational family bonding, toys specifically designed for children with special needs, and home-monitoring technologies that prioritize human well-being. Furthermore, he has developed methodologies for commons-oriented design, environment-community-human-oriented design, and attentive empathetic design. Additionally, he finds fulfillment in multimedia design, encompassing graphics, websites, brand identities, and travel videos.
Dr. Sukkasi is actively involved in research and development that explores the intersection of design and sustainability. Current topics include designing and developing sustainable products, exploring commercial applications of climate-positive and environmentally friendly materials, conducting strategic research on essential skills for organizational sustainability transformation, and analyzing future scenarios for environmental and social sustainability.
Dr. Sukkasi’s research has been published in academic peer-reviewed journals, presented at international design conferences and trade exhibitions, and recognized by organizations such as Grand Challenges Canada and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council
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.
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.
法国化妆品专家对所有美容事物都充满热情，她在亚洲美容咨询机构 Asia Cosme Lab 建立了自己的事业。
如今，她负责东南亚市场，兼职居住在雅加达。
她经常参加国际美容会议和美容奖项评选。
她不仅对清真美容的兴起感到着迷，还对绿色和清洁美容、西方与东方美容观点等热门话题积累了丰富的知识……
Vivek Sistla works with Unilever as Head of R&D for Beauty & Wellbeing SEA and Global Pond’s. He is about Site Leader for the cross-functional Regional R&D Hub at Bangkok. He has over 20 years of experience in R&D across multiple product categories and geographies, having done roles covering Asia, Europe and Africa markets.
His expertise areas are in Product and Packaging design and scale-up, Consumer insights, and practical Sustainable solutions. He has been involved in several collaborative and Open Innovation projects with external partners and academic institutions. He has represented Unilever on several industry associations and private-public initiatives.
He is passionate about sustainability, health & wellness, people capability development, and collaborative eco-systems.
Khun Montira Pornprasit graduated with bachelor degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, from Chulalongkorn University, and advanced her master’s degree in business management at NIDA (National Institute of Development Administration)
Khun Montira has begun her career in the cosmetics industry since her graduation. Her profession emphasizes on research development of both formulations and packaging.
With her 14-year tenure at Milott has made an improvement in several areas, such as skin care, hair care, personal care, color cosmetics, dietary supplements, medical devices, production process, production capacity expansion, and quality.
At present Khun Montira works as Technical Director at Milott. Profoundly focus on the cosmetic formulation and packaging development in sustainable theme of current demanding customer trends including sustainably sourced ingredients, energy & water saving manufacturing process, recyclable packaging. etc
Joanna Liu, graduated from Wuhan University in 1999, and joined UDN Packaging Corporation more than 15 years, working as a head of Customer service and Shipping management.
She has lots of experience in this field, and a very good understanding of manufacturing, process, shipping, etc very well, and is good at the communication with the customers.
ผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านเครื่องสำอางจากฝรั่งเศส ที่มีความหลงใหลในทุกเรื่องที่เกี่ยวข้องกับความงาม เธอได้สร้างชื่อเสียงของเธอด้วยการให้คำปรึกษาด้านธุรกิจความงามกับเอเจนซี่ที่ชื่อว่า Asia Cosme Lab
ปัจจุบัน เธอรับผิดชอบดูแลในส่วนของตลาดในเอเชียตะวันออกเฉียงใต้และอาศัยอยู่ที่ กรุง Jakarta ประเทศ อินโดนีเซีย
เธอเข้าร่วมงานสัมมนาเกี่ยวกับความงามอยู่บ่อยครั้งในต่างประเทศและเคยเข้าร่วมในการประกวดด้านความงามต่างๆ
เธอมีความเขียวชาญโดยเฉพาะในเรื่องของ Halal Beauty ที่กำลังได้รับความนิยมในหลายประเทศอาเซียน รวมถึงหัวข้อน่าสนใจอื่นๆ อย่างเรื่อง Green & Clean Beauty, มุมมอง West vs East beauty อีกด้วย
Tepin Sevaphai (Nan)
iamingredient project manager
experience:
• วิทยากรประจำใน iamacademy และ flex class workshop นอกสถานที่
• ร่วมงานกับบริษัท ไอ พลัส คิว ตำแหน่ง marketing executive
และมีส่วนสำคัญในการผลักดันให้บริษัทไอ พลัส คิว ได้รับรางวัลต่างๆ เชน่ :
– WSWC lifetime leadership award 3 ปีซ้อน
– pm export awards
– อย. ควอลิตี้ อวอร์ด
– Thailand trust mark
education:
• ปริญญาตรีคณะบริหารธุรกิจ จากมหาวิทยาลัยอัสสัมชัญ
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。