Central Food Retail Group, a consumer goods business under Central Group, comprises three companies: Central Food Retail Company Limited which runs food stores and premium supermarkets in Thailand, Central FamilyMart Company Limited which operates convenience stores, and Central & Matsumoto Kiyoshi Company Limited, the no. 1 health and beauty business from Japan. Central Group has recently announced the appointment of Stephane Coum as Chief Executive Officer of Central Food Retail Group, alongside his position as President of Central Food Retail Company Limited. Concurrently, Alistair Taylor has been appointed President of Central FamilyMart Company Limited effective from 1st August, 2019. These moves are designed to drive the company’s New Central, New Retail strategy forward in an era of borderless retail and digital technology. Stephane Coum has more than 20 years of experience in the global retail industry and joins from Carrefour Italia where he was Director of Operations. He brings with him extensive international experience gained in countries including China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, and France. His expertise in retail has equipped him with strong management skills, sharp business vision, and an ability to inspire his teams from store management and procurement to business negotiations and planning. He brings valuable experience in retail development and a deep understanding of the importance of the local economy, culture, and consumer behavior, gained from his work around the world. |
Taipei Tourism Bureau Director LiuYi-Ting Teams Up with Travel Expert Yankee Yang, Star Chef Max Yang and Thai Top Blogger I Roam Alone to Share Travelling Tips in Taipei Taipei is pretty, fun, delicious and super therapeutic! Taipei City’s Department of Tourism and Information is teaming up with China Airlines, boutique hotels, F&B and souvenir businesses to join the effort to promote Taipei City to Thailand. Today the “Undiscovered Taipei Power-Up Meet and Greet” was held at Hotel Indigo in Bangkok. Commissioner of the department Liu Yi-ting invited Thailand’s top travel blogger I ROAM ALONE, Taiwan’s famous travel show host Yankee Yang, culinary star chef Max Yang to share their therapeutic and popular spots, special itinerary and gourmet foods in Taipei City during the press conference. Thai people are invited to take the opportunity to come and experience Taipei and the amazing energy boost the city offers.
The festival will run from 27 September - 29 September 2019 at Quartier CineArt, 4th Floor, EmQuartier The inaugural Nordic Film Festival 2019 will take place in Bangkok from 27 September to 29 September 2019 at Quartier CineArt, 4th Floor, EmQuartier to highlight the success of Nordic films and celebrate Nordic culture. This year the festival will shed light on sustainability and climate change, issues that are high on the agenda of all the Nordic countries. We will do so by making the logistics of the festival as environmentally friendly as possible. This modern film fest features eight movies selected to represent the quality of films from Nordic countries for Thai people to enjoy; across a variety of genres that show the arts & culture and way of life in the Nordic part of Northern Europe. Movies will be free for visitors to view and will be offered with English subtitles. Reservation can be made at Quartier CineArt, half an hour before each screening. Tickets are made available on a first-come-first-served basis.
BDMS Wellness Clinic joins hands with 8 smart female icons of different styles to launch “Women Empowered” campaign aimed at inspiring women to take care of their health.
It also introduces ‘Yaya Urassaya Sperbund’ as a new ambassador representing lively and healthy women who play every role to the fullest. Women are also invited to join the BDMS Wellness Clinic Virtual Run “Women Empowered” project, running for physical and mental health. The income after deduction of expenses will be donated to Vejdusit Foundation’s project for needy patients.
AJ Advance Technology Public Company Limited (AJA), well known home electrical appliances and home entertainment in Thailand that has a strong focus on the development of high-tech products and great services, today officially launches “EZ-OK application karaoke by AJ”. Developed by Thais, this application embraces the “Fun Singing Everywhere & Easy Karaoke” concept. Its launch reaffirms AJ’s status as the No. 1 karaoke brand in Thailand and seeks to revive family happiness for everyone.
Mr. Apisit Taisedtawatkul, chief executive officer of AJ Advance Public Company Limited (AJA), reveals that, “AJ has invested more than Bt100million in developing Karaoke Cloud system and the perfect karaoke app. Stunning in both audio and visual features, this is the first smart karaoke application. We now introduce the "EZ-OK application karaoke” to the market as an easy-to-use application. Working on a Mobile Karaoke Cloud, this application is outstanding for many reasons. For example, it enables a Voice Command on song and artist searches. Moreover, it is the only application to allow offline karaoke singing and Key-Melody adjustments during an ongoing song. Use this application and you can also record and share your singing on social media”. EZ-OK application is compatible with the platforms of all cell-phone service providers. Legally featuring copyrighted songs, the application boasts a great range of music genres with regular updates to ensure its users can always enjoy new hits. For each account, Login can be download via cell phone, tablet, and TV. Enjoying EZ-OK application, just download EZ-OK from App Store and Google Play or www.ez-okthai.com It is time for Brad Pitt’s fans to get ready for his return in 20th Century Fox action blockbuster movie of the year, Ad Astra. Moviegoers will be taken on a new adventure that follows Roy McBride (Brad Pitt) as he travels to the outer edges of the solar system to uncover the truth about his missing father (Tommy Lee Jones) and his doomed expedition that threatens human existence and its place in the cosmos.
Before setting about the journey to solve this mystery, however, let us look at four big reasons to see Ad Astra in theaters, which will intensify everyone’s desire to be part of the mission across the solar system when this movie hits Thai theaters on September 19! 1. Starring Hollywood heavyweight Brad Pitt as astronaut who will take you to outer edges of solar systemThis is one of the best performances by Brad Pitt in his first-time role as an astronaut, Roy McBride, who is on a decisive mission across an unforgiving solar system to find his missing father and unravel a mystery that threatens the survival of humans on Earth. To prepare for such a demanding leading role, he had to work hard physically and mentally, ensuring the best portrayal of a character who shoulders the destiny of mankind. Brad Pitt received rave reviews from film critics for his performance when Ad Astra premiered at Venice International Film Festival, with many suggesting that this is one of his bests that will likely land him another Oscar nomination. 2. A-list cast In addition to Brad Pitt in the leading role, Ad Astra brings together a robust line up of the most seasoned Hollywood stars led by Tommy Lee Jones, Liv Tyler who is best known for her role in the renowned space adventure film Armageddon, Donald Sutherland who played President Coriolanus Snow in The Hunger Games, and the likes of John Ortiz, Jamie Kennedy and Ruth Negga—an ensemble that makes this movie a must-see. ONYX Hospitality Group is proud to announce the appointment of Jenni Hartatik as the new General Manager of Oriental Residence Bangkok.
Prior to her appointment at Oriental Residence, Hartatik has held the title of General Manager at prestigious hotels across China, including the Radisson Blu Forest Manor Shanghai Hongqiao and the Hilton Dali Resort & Spa. Hartatik is a well-travelled multi-lingual hotelier with a passion for discovering new places and learning languages. She is fluent in English, Mandarin and Indonesian, and has studied Japanese, Cambodian and German. During her rise into management, while working in several high-revenue markets, Hartatik has attended overseas buyers meetings and trade show trips in countries around Asia, Africa, Europe and North America. With her worldly experience, Hartatik is excited to usher Oriental Residence Bangkok towards further success. “I am truly honoured to take this position,” said Hartatik. “The Oriental Residence Bangkok is a distinguished luxury property known for its privileged location as well as a truly unique positioning in terms of modern service and sleek architecture and design. I am looking forward to introducing the hotel to more valued guests from around the world and guiding the award-winning Oriental Residence team to reach new objectives in service quality, maintenance and operational standards.” If you're a lover of all things fashion, staying up to date on the latest fashion trends to keep your look stylistically is crucial. The month of September is officially the start of a new season that fashionistas have to watch out what is becoming the “latest” seasonal hot.
“OneSiam”, the collective forces of Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery, is pleased to offer the extraordinary experiences to all fashion lovers and emphasize its role as an international fashion hub and a leading supporter of Thai fashion by organizing “OneSiam World Fashion Trend 2019”. The Autumn/Winter 2019 collections from super luxury brands, international and Thai designers and street fashion labels are unveiled with a magnificent fashion parade of over 100 models. Fashionistas can stay abreast of what is new and what is in to mix and match outfits, bags, shoes and accessories for the trendy styles. Exclusive activities and special promotions are also on offer from now until October 3, 2019 at Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery. Chanisa Kaewruen and Pailin Umphuj marked the opening of “OneSiam World Fashion Trend 2019” and greeted all leading fashionista and celebrities in the event including Thawin P Seawtong, Padapassorn Padapiladdhanun, Melanie Yoovidhya, Pannita Snidvongs na Ayudhaya, Vareenithi Kanpaibool, Kanyarat Akradejdechachai , Pimdao Panichsamai, leading actress and model Urassaya “Yaya” Sperbund, Friend of Louis Vuitton, together with Naphat "Nine" Siangsomboon who appeared in chic look by Fendi. Also present at the event were Kanyawee “Tha Naerng” Songmuang in Gucci look, Thanapob “Tor” Leeratanakajorn in Prada look, Chonlathorn “Captain” Kongyingyong in MCM look, and Thiti “Bank” Mahayotaruk in Off-White look. There was also a fashion parade by over 100 models to show off the latest collections by other international and Thai designers as well as street fashion brands led by top model Khemanit “Pancake” Jamikorn and a team of up-and-coming stars including Tawan “Tay” Vihokratana, Thitipoom “New” Techa-apaikhun, Warisara “Jingjing” Yu, and Maylada “Bow” Susri. The event was packed by top fashionistas and celebrities to watch out the new trends. Throughout the month of September, OneSiam comes up with a new bang for the fashion lovers with “OneSiam World Fashion Trend 2019” organized at the three malls as follows. The 2019/2020 academic year has officially started today. To new students and parents, welcome! To returning students and parents, welcome back!
We are delighted to see the smiling faces of our young future global leaders and DBS extended families. After a long break, it is time for some active learning! Teachers welcomed EY1 to Year 9 students at the playground in the morning, before taking them to their classrooms. Oh, how they had fun saying hello to new and old friends. Today was more special than usual because the youngest of our family have finally joining us at DBS Mini Dragons. The year has started very well indeed! Enrolling now from Pre-EY to Year 9 School tour appointment register at http://bit.ly/2OVTg9g Visit https://www.dbsbangkok.ac.th Tel.02 666 1933 Email: admissions@dbsbangkok.ac.th #DBSBangkok #DBSMiniDragons #NurturingGlobalLeaders |