Thailand to become the wellness hub of Asia: the incredible success of the 2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit 2023
For the second year in a row, the Thailand Top Wellness World Summit (TTWW) has brought together international business leaders in the wellness industry to share their vision for this rapidly growing sector, with the theme “Wellness and Well-Being: Business Investment Opportunities”.
The summit itself is one of the biggest summits about wellness in Southeast Asia with more than 300 participants from +20 countries. Incorporated and supported by the Ministry of Public Health (Thailand), Thailand National Charter of Health, Mahidol University, Life Research Wellness Singapore, B-healthy, European Wellness Biomedical Group, American Accreditation Commission International and Global Healthcare Accreditation, the event is officially sponsored by:
- Main sponsor: i-Baby Fertility & Genetic Center
- Co-Main Sponsor: Life Research Wellness Singapore
The event is also proudly sponsored by esteemed domestic and international organizations, such as The Taiger Media Group, Thonburi Healthcare Group, Jin Wellbeing County, Bumrungrad International Hospital, Ratchaphruek Hospital, Thailand Health • Fitness • Wellness Expo, Panadchada Inter Co., Ltd., Chawispon Co., Ltd., APC Creation JSC, Yose Production Trading Co., Ltd. and MP1 Cosmeceuticals JSC. Supported by esteemed media partners: The Taiger Media Group, Nation Group (Thailand) Public Co., Ltd, Post Today Media Group and Thailand Today News.
The 2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit (TTWW) was held on June 30, 2023, at the prestigious Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55. The seminar session started from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and an exclusive networking cocktail and award ceremony was held in the evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Jacky Ong, chairperson of CISW Holding Group and chairman of CISW European Wellness World Co., Ltd., said during his opening speech that the summit is aiming to demonstrate unwavering support for Thailand’s wellness industry development, and create opportunities for the country to establish itself as a top destination for wellness services and tourism.
‘’As new wellness products and services continue to emerge, investment and business partnership opportunities are skyrocketing,’’ he said.
Following the speech of Jacky Ong, each main distinguished guest has also joined the stage:
- Saowapa Jongkittipong, Public Health Technical Officer (Expert Level)
- Dr. Kampon Sriwatanakul, Chairman of Thailand National Charter of Health
- Dr. Michael Tan, Founder of Life Research Wellness Pte Ltd
- Prof. Dato’ Sri. Dr. Mike Chan, Chairman of European Wellness Biomedical Group
- Rajeev Rajan, Chief Business Development Officer of Bumrungrad International Hospital
- Dr. Teerawat Srinakarin, CEO of Ratchaphruek Hospital
- David Hayes, Chairman & CEO of JAND Group Co., Ltd.
- Dr. Khamsay Detleuxay, Director General, Department of Healthcare and Rehabilitation, Ministry of Health, Lao PDR
- Phạm-Thị-Bích-Phương (Ms. Tracy), Founder of APC Creation JCS (Vietnam)
- Tankhun Jitt-itsara, Advisor to the Ministry of Commerce
- Puwanat Yokchawee, Chief Executive Officer of B-Healthy Asia
This year, the summit offers a range of captivating activities, including various exhibition booths showcasing wellness products, engaging Wellness Talks, dynamic Business Matchmaking sessions, invaluable networking opportunities, and thought-provoking discussions. There were more than 22 international keynote speakers, and 4 panel discussions covering six key topics:
- Thailand Wellness Academy and International Accreditation
- Thailand Wellness Academy Development
- Real Estate Wellness and Wellbeing Projects Investment Opportunities in Thailand
- Medical Wellness Tourism Market and Opportunities in Thailand
- Medical Wellness Tourism Development in Thailand
- Medical Health – Wellness Innovation and Technology
Keynote speakers:
- Dr. Michael Tan, Founder of Life Research Wellness Pte Ltd
- Prof. Dato’ Sri. Dr. Mike Chan, Chairman of European Wellness Biomedical Group
- Dr. Kampon Sriwatanakul, Chairman of Thailand National Charter of Health
- Dr. Simon Yefimov, Medical Advisor, Cell Therapist for the European Wellness Academy Stellar Biomolecular Research, and FCTI Progenitor Stem Cells Europe
- Prof. Chagriya Kitiyakara, MBBS (Lond), FRCP, Assistant Dean for Research, Director, Medical Innovations Development (MIND) Center, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital
- Assoc.Prof.Dr. Thavatchai Kamoltham, Director of Cannabis Health Science Program, College of Allied Health Science, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University
- Prof. Dr. Supa Pengpid, Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University
- Claus F. Nielsen, CTIO & Co-Founder of B-Healthy Asia
- Dr. Christopher Jensen, Executive Medical Director of B-Healthy Asia
- Shivek Sachdev, Vice President of Thai Travel Agents Association
- Dr. Somporn Kumphong, AACI Board of Director, GHA Advisory Board Member
- Mrs. Saowapa Jongkittipong, Director to Health Technical Officer (Expert Level)
- Dr. Pisit Tantiwattanakul, Medical Director and Founder of iBaby Fertility & Genetic Center
- Pornnaris Chuanchaisit, President of the Thai Real Estate Association
- Theerathon Tharachai, Board of Director Executive Committee, Project Planning Service (PPS)
- Dr. Paul Crosio, Partner at Silk Legal
- Dr. Kalyarat Sukruang, MD, CEO GoldenZone Wellness Co., Ltd.
- Dr. Piyamart Sitipredanant, Director of Aesthetic & Hair Wellness Clinic, BDMS Wellness Clinic
- Asst.Prof.Dr. Pansak Sugkraroek, Assistant Professor, Bumrungrad International Hospital
- Timothy Emen Lertsmitivanta, CEO of Thonburi Wellbeing Co., Ltd.
- Tanya Stockdale, Wellpreneur, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Founder of Arura Wellness
- Sunatta Pongcharoen, Foresight Research Director, FutureTales Lab by Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC)
- Chavakij Bhoomibunchoo, CEO of Origin Healthcare Co., Ltd (Special Guest)
During the exclusive networking cocktail session, an official award ceremony was held, recognizing more than 50 experts from all sectors, including public-private entities, institutions, international organisations, associations, educational agencies, real estate, hospitals, hotels, resorts and more.
Five experts in the wellness field were also appointed as wellness world’s ambassadors during the cocktail evening.
- Saowapa Jongkittipong, Public Health Technical Officer (Expert Level)
The World’s Wellness & Wellbeing Ambassador, for the development of public-private partnerships - Dr. Kampon Sriwatanakul, Chairman of Thailand National Charter of Health
The World’s Holistic & Tourism Ambassador - Prof. Dr. Kriengsak Chareonwongsak, Chairman of NBI International (NBII)
The World’s National Economic Wellness Ambassador - Prof. Dato’ Sri. Dr. Mike Chan, Chairman of European Wellness Biomedical Group
The World’s Medical Wellness & Tourism Ambassador - Dr. Michael Tan, Founder of Life Research Wellness Pte Ltd
The World’s Medical Wellbeing Ambassador
With this extraordinary achievement, the summit has triumphantly fostered business connections and opportunities, confirming the optimistic future of the wellness industry in the upcoming years.
We are already looking forward to the 3rd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit 2024, and if you want to follow the next steps of CISW-TTWW, you can follow and contact them via:
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