Dusit executive appointed President of the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association

Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is pleased to announce that Ms Prachoom Tantiprasertsuk, Vice President – Operations (Central & Southern Thailand) and Government & Business Relations, has been appointed President of the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (TICA) for the 2025–2026 term.

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TICA, a non-profit organisation established in 1984, plays a vital role in promoting Thailand as a preferred destination for meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions (MICE).

With more than three decades of service to TICA, including her most recent role as Vice President of TICA, and a distinguished track record in Thailand’s MICE sector, Ms Tantiprasertsuk brings deep industry insight, a firm commitment to sustainability, and a collaborative spirit to the role. Her appointment highlights Dusit International’s ongoing contribution to advancing Thailand’s tourism and hospitality landscape through strong leadership and values-driven engagement.

“I feel incredibly honoured to step up from Vice President of TICA and take on the President role,” said Ms Tantiprasertsuk. “At Dusit, I’ve always felt proud to represent a Thai brand on the global stage. Now, as TICA President, I also have the privilege of leading efforts to promote our beautiful country as a world-class MICE destination. Together with our partners across government, private, and international sectors, I will work to ensure Thailand remains top-of-mind for organisers worldwide.”

Drawing on Dusit’s four core pillars of Dusit Graciousness—Service (personalised and gracious), Locality (uniquely linking guests with the local community), Well-Being (delivering wellness experiences beyond the spa), and Sustainability (social, economic, and environmental)—Ms Tantiprasertsuk intends to integrate these values into TICA’s national MICE strategy. 

“My goal for TICA is the same as my goal for Dusit,” she said. “We won’t just keep up with competitors—we will lead them.”

Ms Tantiprasertsuk takes the helm from Mr Sumate Sudasna Ayutthaya, who served as TICA President for 16 years. Inspired by his visionary leadership, she is committed to preserving TICA’s strong reputation while continuing to promote transparency, professionalism, and the empowerment of future leaders.

Her appointment adds to a growing list of Dusit executives making meaningful contributions to the industry at both regional and global levels.

Mr Chanin Donavanik, Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Executive Committee, Dusit International, serves as an Honorary Advisor to the Thai Hotels Association (THA) and as President of the Thai Hotels Standard Foundation, which operates under THA. A former President of the ASEAN Hotel and Restaurant Association and previously an Advisory Board Member and Executive in Residence at the School of Hotel and Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, he continues to champion responsible tourism and education across Southeast Asia.

Ms Suphajee Suthumpun, Group CEO of Dusit International, is a Member of the School International Advisory Board at the School of Hotel and Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. She also serves as an Advisory Board Member for the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia, a leading regional platform for hospitality investment, where she contributes strategic insights to help shape the future of hospitality across Asia-Pacific.

Dusit’s industry contributions also extend through Dusit Hospitality Education, which has been nurturing hospitality professionals for over 30 years. Beginning with the launch of Dusit Thani College in 1993, the company’s education portfolio now includes Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School and The Food School—Bangkok-based institutions that equip students with internationally relevant skills.

Students from Dusit Thani College regularly participate in prestigious international events such as WorldSkills Lyon 2024, the Rising Star Hotelex China International Young Chefs Competition 2025, and the Startup Thailand League, while also hosting global academic forums. Recently, the college welcomed the Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA) for a seminar on “Sustainable Transformations in Asia Pacific”—further reinforcing Dusit’s role as a thought leader in responsible tourism.

“From executive leadership to professional training, Dusit International continues to lead by example—driving innovation, upholding good governance, and uplifting the Thai hospitality industry on the global stage,” said Ms Suphajee Suthumpun. “We actively encourage our team members to contribute beyond our organisation, and we are delighted that, as President of TICA, Ms Tantiprasertsuk will continue to champion these values while advancing Thailand’s position as a premier global destination for MICE and beyond.”