Southern Isan is not lacking in potential. The key challenge is how to transform the region’s existing strengths into sustainable economic opportunities and long-term growth.

Southern Isan is not lacking in potential. The key challenge is how to transform the region’s existing strengths into sustainable economic opportunities and long-term growth.

The Buriram Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and Bangkok Biznews, invites entrepreneurs, investors, and everyone interested to join one of the biggest seminars of the year:

“Local First, Future Ready: ISAN LANDING”
This event brings together perspectives from the public sector, financial institutions, technology leaders, tourism experts, and successful business leaders to connect the bigger picture of Southern Isan’s economy—from MICE and cultural capital to SME financing, digital transformation, AI, and real-world lessons on taking local businesses to larger markets.

Entrepreneurs will discover new opportunities to grow their businesses. Investors will gain deeper insights into the region’s potential. The younger generation will explore opportunities to build their future closer to home.

Together, we will connect people, capital, technology, and business networks to create income, reduce inequality, and drive the economy of Southern Isan forward.

Thursday, 3 September 2026
09.00 AM – 04.30 PM

Malinee Jutopama Auditorium
Buriram Rajabhat University

Free Admission! Register now and seize the opportunity:
www.bangkokbiznews.com/LocalFirstBuriram

Featured Sessions & Speakers
Opportunities and Challenges of Southern Isan's Economy
Dr. Songtham Pinto
Senior Director, Bank of Thailand, Northeastern Region Office

Creative Economy | ISAN Landing Global Ascent: From Destination to MICE Economy
Dr. Supawan Teerarat
President, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB)

Soft Power: Driving Local Economic Growth
Thapanee Kiatphaibool
Governor, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

Upgrading Regional Economies and Reducing Inequality
Dr. Somchai Jitsuchon
Research Director for Inclusive Development, Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI)

Co-Creating Isan's Future: Unlocking New Opportunities for Local SMEs
Anupong Saengarunthong
Assistant Managing Director, SME Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank)

Dr. Rekha Srisomboon
Assistant Director, Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP)

ISAN New S Curve: Smart Digital & AI
Dr. Non Akkaraprasertkul
Senior Digital Economy Promotion Specialist, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa)

Local Intelligence: A New Force Driving Thailand's Economy
When People, Data, and AI Join Forces to Transform Local Businesses into the Economy of the Future

Dr. Theeradet Damrongplasit
Head of Enterprise Business Group, True Corporation Public Company Limited

The Power of Local Economy to Global
Maruey Tangmitpracha
Executive Director, Dohome Public Company Limited

Darunee Rojanasinwilai
Executive Director, Taweekij Supercenter Company Limited

Panchana Wattanasaethian
Founder of “Pen Lao” Restaurant and President of the Khao Yai Tourism Association

ISAN South Synergy: Connecting Forces to Drive Southern Isan's Economy onto the Global Stage
Dr. Natcha-is Srisukpornchai
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Paijit Manasilp
President, Nakhon Ratchasima Chamber of Commerce

Rattanin Techachaisit
President, Ubon Ratchathani Chamber of Commerce

Sarid Nakwarin
Secretary-General, Lower Northeastern Provincial Chamber of Commerce Group 2 and Chairman of the Advisory Board, Sisaket Chamber of Commerce

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