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

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.

Aik 在商業談判和亞太市場進入方面擁有 12 年以上的經驗，目前擔任 Meiyume 的高級總監。Meiyume 是馮氏集團旗下的一家 B2B 採購公司，為世界頂級美容品牌開發產品。他還擔任新加坡化妝品、盥洗用品及香水協會 (CTFAS) 執行委員會的名譽財務主管。

Robert Brockman 是一位经验丰富的资讯科技专业人士，在推动数位创新和转型方面有超过 15 年的经验。他的专长在于制定和执行策略性数位计划、新兴技术的应用，以及推行数位优先文化以实现持续性的业务成长。 Robert 也会带动 Meiyume 的资料分析中心内的研究项目，例如用于消费者洞察挖掘的生成式 AI 和 AI 辅助图形设计。他目前负责监督行销和数据分析的跨职能团队，并与利害关系人建立了持久的合作伙伴关系，以使数位策略与整体业务目标保持一致。

KinShen 是首席分析师，于 2022 年加入Mintel，负责南亚太地区的业务。在加入 Mintel 之前，他在Procter and Gamble从事研发工作近 8 年，实行了多项前阶段护肤创新计划。他是美容领域的全面专家，拥有对亚太地区市场和对该地区消费者的广泛了解。

Donald 喜欢以目标为本解决问题，拥有超过十年在亚太地区建立数字业务的经验。他始于渣打银行，然后加入McKinsey，开始创业，带领一家独角兽企业上市，为东南亚顶级的科技公司开发电子商务平台，亦成为一家风险投资公司的一部分，将世界各地的美容和时尚品牌引入亚洲地区。他热衷于在世界上发展得最快的地区继续学习和合作。

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.

Mahek Pachnanda is a knowledge professional with more than 12 years of experience in the consulting domain with expertise in Consumer Goods with a focus on Beauty, Health and Hygiene. She has previously been associated with firms like The Boston Consulting Group and KPMG in similar roles, She holds degrees from Indian Institute of Management Lucknow and IMT Ghaziabad.

A member of the top management of Karmarts Public Company Limited, Ms. Kat Wei from Singapore comes with years of experience spanning across IT, Strategic Planning and General Management fields in various industries including land development, healthcare and most of all, beauty. Ms. Wei is also well versed in legal aspects of businesses with her educational background in business law, and is a valuable member of the company, supporting domestic and international expansions and negotiations. When it comes to GEN Z & Millennials, Kat not only works alongside these generations of young people from various countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, China and Taiwan, but also constantly seeks to engage consumers of such age groups through social media. She quoted that the support of her young, fun and adventurous multinational teams are her pillars to lean on when it comes to social media marketing, but Kat has certainly garnered her personal perspectives regarding how business could or should target the GEN Z & Millennials in Beauty Innovation via new social platforms. With that, Kat shall be sharing her personal points of view in this time’s event.

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.

Christine Michelle Pangilinan-Reyes is a licensed pharmacist and currently serves as the Technical Regulatory Manager for the Research and Development Department at Amway Philippines, L.L.C.

With almost 20 years of distinguished experience in the pharmaceutical and consumer health industries, Christine has cultivated deep expertise in Community Pharmacy, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Regulatory Affairs. Her work spans a wide spectrum of regulated product categories—including Pharmaceuticals, Health Supplements, Cosmetics (Beauty and Personal Care), Durable Goods, Home Care Products, and Fertilizers—demonstrating her breadth of knowledge and unwavering commitment to consumer safety and product excellence.

Christine is currently the President of the Chamber of Cosmetics Industry of the Philippines (CCIP), where she has also led key external committees in Regulatory Affairs, Government and Industry Relations, and Professional Development and Education. She is a Board Member of the ASEAN Cosmetics Association, playing a regional leadership role in advancing industry standards and harmonization across Southeast Asia. Additionally, she serves as a Regulatory Taskforce Member of the ASEAN Alliance of Health Supplement Associations (AAHSA), representing the Philippines in collaborative efforts to shape regulatory frameworks for the health supplement sector.

Her professional development is marked by a distinguished portfolio of advanced training and certifications from esteemed institutions both locally and internationally—further sharpening her ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes with precision, strategic foresight, and a global perspective. A steadfast advocate for regulatory integrity and scientific excellence, Christine remains deeply committed to ensuring that every product under her stewardship meets—and often exceeds—local and regional compliance standards, consistently upholding the highest benchmarks of quality, safety, and consumer trust.

Mr. Thant Zaw Ko

Chief Executive Officer (SHANGRILA-LEAP INT’L CO., LTD.)

Vice President at MCA (Myanmar Cosmetics Association)

President at MBA (Myanmar Barcode Association) GS1 Myanmar 

Board Of Trustees at ACA (ASEAN Cosmetics Association)

Managing Director (AVA PACIFIC Co., Ltd.

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 Executive Committee member 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.

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.

Barkha Narula
Associate Director, Client Success

With over a decade of experience in market research and consumer insights in Southeast Asia markets, Barkha partners with leading FMCG brands to decode consumer behavior and shape innovation strategies that drive real-world impact. She brings deep expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research across food, fragrances, and beauty categories, combining analytical rigor with a deep understanding of cultural and category trends. She has collaborated closely with different business functions to align diverse objectives and translate consumer insights into actionable strategies that shape successful product innovation.

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.

Sharon Kwek, Director of Consulting, South APAC, Mintel Beauty & Personal Care

Sharon Kwek is a seasoned business consultant with over a decade of expertise driving growth for beauty brands in Southeast Asia. Specializing in retail, sales & marketing, and market penetration, she partners with brands and retailers to unlock regional potential. A certified Neurolinguistic Enneagram Practitioner, Sharon leverages deep insights into human behavior and communication to fuel innovation & insights. Known for her curiosity and thought leadership, she delivers fresh perspectives and solutions within the CPG industry.

Yolanda Ching, Head of Global Business Development, EveLab Insight

Yolanda is a Sales and Marketing professional with over a decade of experience in the industry, including more than eight years specifically dedicated to the beauty tech sector. Currently, she plays a pivotal role at EveLab Insight, a company specializing in advanced skin analysis solutions. Before joining EveLab Insight, Yolanda honed her expertise in digital innovation and user engagement while working for an app development company. Throughout her career, Yolanda has collaborated with numerous global brands to enhance their conversion rates and elevate customer experience. Her forte lies in developing and executing robust omnichannel strategies that seamlessly integrate various customer touchpoints, aligning them towards unified brand goals. Yolanda’s dedication and strategic acumen have consistently driven tangible results, positioning her as a key player in the evolving landscape of beauty technology and marketing.

Barkha Bairagi,  Associate Director of Client Success, Mintel

Preecha-kornbSuvanaphen 博士在英国布拉德福德大学获得管理学硕士学位和聚合物工程博士学位。

他在英国的Unilever 开展职业生涯，并在Unilever 工作了 25 年，曾在菲律宾、加纳、中国、土耳其和孟加拉国等地履行国际职务。在 2004 年返回泰国担任Unilever Asia PTE 监管事务顾问之前，他一直从事供应链、专案管理和创新领域的工作。

返回泰国后，Suvanaphen 博士与东协监管机构合作，为 10 个东协国家协定了化妆品规定。他曾担任东协化妆品委员会秘书和东协化妆品协会主席。

此外，Suvanaphen 博士也是泰国 FDA 化妆品委员会的成员以及泰国 FDA 联络委员会的副主席。他也是玛希隆大学国际商业管理的兼职讲师。

他目前是泰国化妆品制造商协会的名誉顾问，东协化妆品协会董事，也是泰国工业联合会化学小组和化妆品组的顾问。

Juanita Aditiawan 是东盟化妆品协会主席和印尼化妆品协会（PERKOSMI）负责对外事务和业务发展的副会长。她活跃于印尼的化妆品业务，包括自有品牌、合约制造以及化妆品原烈的分销。在 20 年间，她在该行业建立了庞大的国际和国内网络。

我在马来西亚和中国的合资化妆品公司工作了 30 多年，积累了丰富的经验和专业知识。领导这些公司研究、创新和生产个人护理、洗浴用品、彩妆和护肤化妆品，为我们最有价值的品牌客户服务，是我不断学习、取得成就和满足感的源泉。

Intercosmetic 是通过与世界知名的意大利和瑞士化妆品集团建立合资和技术伙伴关系而成立的。我们是东南亚和中国第一家也是唯一一家为品牌和自有品牌商提供意大利和瑞士化妆品创新、产品、OEM 和 B2B 服务的化妆品 OEM 企业。

在马来西亚，我们建立了一个研发中心，拥有现代化的化妆品生产设施，为我们的客户开发和生产获得清真认证的化妆品。

我将一如既往地热衷于化妆品业务，以不断创新和改进的精神服务于我们的客户，为我们的客户提升整体解决方案的价值主张，为他们的消费者提供优质产品。

Thant Zaw Ko先生曾任香格里拉-Leap国际公司 (SLIC)的首席执行官兼董事会成员。

SLIC公司制造护肤品、洗涤用品和家用用品,这些产品全部由日本大阪的Cosmecreate Items Inc.公司授权制造。除了担任缅甸化妆品协会副会长和缅甸条码协会(GS1 Myanmar)会长的志愿工作外,他还担任仰光大学IC部门的客座讲师超过10年。他的才能和兴趣包括市场营销、新产品开发、创新策略、个人护理和护肤产品、制造以及行业可持续性。

Christine Michelle Pangilinan-Reyes 是一名执业药剂师。她是Amway Philippines, L.L.C创新与科学部的技术监管经理。

18 年来，她在小区药剂学、质量保证、质量控制和监管药剂学的领域积累了丰富的经验和专业知识，特别是药物、保健品、化妆品（美容和个人护理）、耐用产品、家庭护理产品和化肥。

她目前担任菲律宾化妆品行业商会主席，过往曾领导 CCIP 外部委员会，担任过监管、政府和行业事务以及专业发展和教育。Christine也是东盟化妆品协会董事会成员。她是东盟健康补充品协会联盟的菲律宾健康与膳食补充品协会代表。她曾受过本地和国际的专业训练。她对自己的专业工作充满热情，会确保产品在推出市场之前通过所有当地法规和质量要求。

Andrew Gan 是新加坡化妆品科学家协会的前任主席，以优异的成绩获阿尔托大学的高级管理人员工商管理硕士学位和新加坡国立大学的学士学位。迄今为止十多年来，他一直在新加坡理工学院担任兼职讲师。除了自愿担任 CTFAS 主席和东协化妆品协会董事会成员之外，Andrew 还担任 Toshiki International Singapore — 一家设计、开发和制造医疗器材的日本委托开发制造商的董事总经理。他的专业知识和兴趣领域包括设计构思、产品开发、创新策略、个人护理产品、医疗器材、生产和永续发展的议题。

Dr. Neeranard Jinachai

Professional Experiences:
Executive Advisor for the Thai Cosmetic Manufacturers Association (TCMA)
Former ASEAN Cosmetic Scientific Body (ACSB) Secretariat
President of Thai Soap, Detergents, Household & Personal Care Association (TSDA)
Head of Regulatory Affairs, Johnson & Johnson (Thailand) Ltd. (Kenvue)

Publications:
2016: Exploring Competitiveness of Thailand’s Cosmetic Industry using Porter’s Diamond Model, Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Science
2014: ASEAN harmonization; Compliance of Cosmetics regulatory Scheme in Thailand within 5 years, IOSR Journal in Humanities and Sciences
2003: Global Counsel Handbooks of the Law and Leading Lawyers worldwide for the article of Country Q&A for Thailand in the Life Sciences Industry Report 2003.

Rujira Trakulyingcharoen is an acclaimed perfumer and the co-founder of S&S, a scent design studio renowned for crafting emotionally resonant fragrances that blend artistry, culture, and innovation. With a deep-rooted passion for olfactory expression, her creative excellence has earned international recognition, including an Honorable Mention from the Art and Olfaction Awards, one of the industry’s most prestigious global honors. She is also the Winner of the Aesthetic of Scent Awards and the Beauty Shortlist Awards, affirming her position as a leading voice in the intersection of perfumery, wellness, and sensory branding

Ms.Nathporn Boonbuppa
CEO, MP Group (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

Ms. Nathporn Boonbuppa is a distinguished leader in Thailand’s medical technology and healthcare & wellness industry. She is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of MP Group (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a premier provider of diagnostic laboratory products, medical technologies, and preventive & wellness health care innovations aimed at empowering Thai people live an excellent life.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology from the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, and an Executive MBA from the Sasin Graduate Institute Of Business Administration Of Chulalongkorn University. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Technology and Innovation Management for Entrepreneurs at Chulalongkorn University.

Her commitment to excellence and leadership in the healthcare sector has been widely recognized. In 2025, she was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Medical Technology by Nation University.

Dr. Monthaka Teerachiisakul, Ph. D
Director of Division of Herb Economics
The Department of Thai Traditional
and Alternative Medicine, Thailand

• 2000: Head of Community Pharmacy, Huai Rat Hospital, Buriram Province, Thailand.
• 2011: Pioneer in first set up Homeopathic Clinic in Thailand. (Until now)
• 2013: Director of the Office of Standards and Technology Assessment, Department of Development of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, Ministry of Public Health.
• 2015: Director of the Thai Traditional Medicine Research Institute, Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, Ministry of Public Health.
• 2019: Director of the Herbal Economics Division, Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, Ministry of Public Health. (Until now)
• 2025: Director of Thai Traditional Medicine Knowledge Fund Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, Ministry of Public Health. (Until now)