On October 17, 2024 at 09:15, H.E. Varawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Social Development and Human Security presided over the opening of the National Academic Seminar on “Transforming Industrial Businesses with AI and Carbon Credit Management for a Sustainable Future.” He delivered a special lecture on “Directions for Industrial Business Development to Secure a Sustainable Future.”
Prof. Dr. Teravuti Boonyasopon, Chairman of KMUTNB Council Committee gave a warm welcome to H.E. the Minister. Prof. Dr. -Ing. habil. Suchart Siengchin, KMUTNB President delivered a welcome speech and Acting Sub. Lieutenant Sanon Boonmee, Chairperson of the seminar organizing committee gave a report on the activities.
The academic seminar was attended by distinguished guests, H.E. Anukul Peedkaew, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security along with the Ministry’s executives and the University administrators.
Notable speakers were invited from different business sectors, including Dr. Rassarin Chinnachodteeranun, the CEO and co-founder of ListenField; Mr. Jirayut Srupsrisopa, the founder and CEO of Bitkub Capital Group Holdings; and Ms. Kulpornpath Wongmajarapinya, CEO ofThai Smile Bus.
Organized by Faculty of Business and Industrial Development’s doctoral students, the national seminar was held both online and onsite at KMUTNB’s Bencharat Hall, Nawamintharachini Building.
The overall aim of the event is to provide an opportunity for student and new entrepreneurs to develop their potential, so they become well-prepared for sustainability practices in business operations, thus contributing to business efficiency and sustainable competitive advantages.
The seminar focuses on raising public awareness about the use of AI in the enterprise for various purposes, such as to improve efficiency and productivity, to boost effective data management, AI roles in marketing analytics and in streamlining carbon credit management to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The seminar embraces eco-friendly movements for a greener future and business sustainability.
The academic seminar offers an opportunity for attendees to engage with industry experts and successful entrepreneurs for knowledge exchange and entrepreneur skill expansion. The activities help create networks and introduce new perspectives on Thailand’s industrial development initiatives, with the aim of enhancing international competitiveness of Thai industries.
This event, attended by more than 350 participants on-site and virtually, served as an inspirational platform for businesses to be better prepared for global trends and future uncertainties.
