PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter Host Inspiring Event: Fast Forward Your Career in Tourism
Bangkok, Thailand, 18th March, 2024 - PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter organized a significant event titled "Fast Forward Your Career in Tourism" on March 18, 2024. The event attracted a diverse audience of students and industry professionals alike, featuring information sessions, booth visits, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions.
The event commenced with a warm welcome from student MCs representing the PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter, followed by an opening address by Asst. Prof. Dr. Somyot Wattanakamolchai, Vice President for International Affairs at Bangkok University. Khun Ben Montgomery, Chairperson of PATA Thailand Chapter, further emphasized the event's importance, setting an enthusiastic tone for the day.
The informative sessions included an overview of the PATA Bangkok University Student Chapter's activities and future plans, providing attendees with insights into the chapter's initiatives and achievements over the years. Mr. Eunkyu Chun, Youth Ambassador & Membership Executive at Pacific Asia Travel Association, highlighted internship opportunities within PATA, encouraging student engagement and professional development.
A highlight of the event was a dynamic panel discussion featuring prominent industry figures: Ms. Watcharee Churugsa, Asst. Director-General of DASTA; Mr. Ratchadet Suksin, Head of Operations at Central Department Store's Product and Service Academy; Mr. David Barrett, Consultant Events & Tourism Expert at DBC & Partner Ltd; Dr. Pinnaree Tea-makorn, AI Strategist and Lecturer at Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University; and Mr. Eunkyu Chun, who discussed the evolution of tourism, future trends, and technological advancements shaping the industry over the next three decades.
The "Fast Forward Your Career in Tourism" event was highly successful, providing participants with profound industry insights, networking opportunities, and the chance to learn from seasoned professionals. Attendees gained valuable knowledge about current trends and future prospects in the tourism sector, aligning with sustainable development goals and mainly covering the goals number 4 and 8. Key success metrics included engagement from over 800 attendees, both physical and virtual, underscoring the event's reach and impact on the student community.
The event concluded with enthusiastic feedback from participants, affirming its role in fostering dialogue and preparing future leaders in tourism. "Fast Forward Your Career in Tourism" set a standard on PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter's commitment to bridging academia with industry expertise, equipping students with essential skills for their careers in tourism.
PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter
The PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter, affiliated with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), empowers students pursuing careers in tourism and hospitality through events, seminars, and industry visits. Guided by the motto "Empower Youth, Save the World" and committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we cultivate future leaders dedicated to positive change and a sustainable global impact.
PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PATAThailandBangkokUniversityStudentChapter
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For More Information:
Aung Zwe Wint
President of PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter
aung.wint@bumail.net
