Bangkok: The Dusit Thani board of directors has appointed Chanin Donavanik, acting chairman of the board, as Group CEO, following Suphajee Suthumpun's early retirement from her duties. The board is confident this will not impact Dusit Thani Group operations, emphasizing that Dusit Thani has laid a strong foundation and is ready for steadfast growth in the new context.
According to Thai News Agency, Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT) announced that Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, after being approached by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to assume the position of Minister of Commerce, has accepted the offer. She wishes to retire early from her position as Group Chief Executive Officer of Dusit Thani Public Company Limited to join the economic team that will drive key policies for national development during a time of multifaceted challenges. To ensure the company's continued and stable operations, the Board of Directors approved the appointment of Mr. Chanin Donavanik as Group Chief Executive Officer, concurrently. This will ensure smooth management and policy implementation during the transition period.
Mr. Chanin Donavanik, Acting Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer of Dusit Thani Public Company Limited, revealed that as an organization that conducts business alongside social and national responsibility, Dusit Thani is honored and proud that Ms. Suphajee has been given this important opportunity, which will demonstrate her dedication to the benefit of the nation during this crucial transition period.
"The company would like to thank Khun Suphajee for her dedication, leadership, and vision that have shaped the organization throughout the years. This has led to the successful completion of the mission of laying the foundation for Dusit Thani Group's strong growth. At a time when the country's economic outlook urgently requires a talented individual to drive the group forward, given the limited time available, Dusit Thani Group is delighted to have Khun Suphajee utilize her expertise and skills to serve the nation and its people. This is a short period of time, and once the national mission is successfully completed, Dusit Thani Group stands ready to welcome her back. On this occasion, I would like to congratulate and wish her great success in this honorable mission for the sustainable benefit of the nation and its people," said Mr. Chanin.
Ms. Suphajee revealed that throughout her nearly 10 years as Group CEO of Dusit Thani Public Company Limited, she has been honored and proud to have played a part in building the Thai brand to global recognition, making Dusit Thani a significant destination for travelers from around the world. She expressed her gratitude to everyone involved in the work, including shareholders, directors, executives, employees, customers, and Dusit Thani's business partners, for their unwavering dedication to overcoming crises and challenges, enabling the Dusit Thani brand to grow with strength, elegance, and pride. Regarding Dusit Thani Group's operations going forward, nothing will change from the original plan, which has been firmly established over the past nearly 10 years, including the hotel, education, food, and real estate businesses. The Dusit Central Park project, valued at over 46 billion baht, will continue to achieve strong growth in line with the original goals, thanks to the Dusit Thani Group's highly qualified personnel who continue to work diligently as always. Therefore, we would like to extend our best wishes to investors, customers, business partners, business allies, and all related parties. Confident and confident in what Dusit Thani has always done.
"I want everyone to be assured that what will be handed down to the management and staff of the Dusit Thani Group from now on will be the strongest growth in Dusit Thani's history, built on the solid foundation that I and the entire Dusit Thani team have built together. This is what we have strived for over the past 10 years: no matter what challenges or changes we face, we can be confident that the Dusit Thani Group's organizational, business, and financial structures will be able to withstand them reliably. Finally, I would like to thank Mr. Chanin Thonawanik, Acting Chairman of the Board, for giving me the opportunity and entrusting me with this important mission. He was also willing and eager to allow me the opportunity to use my knowledge and skills to serve the country and its people. I firmly believe that Dusit Thani will be able to stand strong as a Thai brand on a global scale in a sustainable manner," said Ms. Suphajee.