THE ORGANISERS

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 

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

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.

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.

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.