B.Grimm Opens its Fourth Branch of PrimoCare Medical Clinic

area, as well as the general public. The concept of PrimoCare Medical Clinic is different from other clinics, with a focus on providing comprehensive healthcare services centered around the patient, rather than just treating specific symptoms or illnesses.”

B.Grimm has opened its fourth branch of PrimoCare Medical Clinic at La Villa Ari to provide holistic healthcare services and establish a strong foundation of sustainable health for the Thai people.

Ken Yamachi, Senior Vice President for Medical Services, stated “The company aims to expand its services to new customers, focusing on office workers and young professionals in the surrounding

In terms of services, PrimoCare Medical Clinic covers general disease screening and treatment, as well as chronic disease screening and risk assessment for conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood lipids, and allergies. Additionally, the company provides psychiatric therapy, physical therapy, and nutritional therapy, along with personalized health advice and annual health checkups.

The company believes that PrimoCare will change the way Thai people take care of their health, raising awareness for disease prevention, which will help Thai people achieve sustainable good health.” said Mr. Ken Yamajichi, regarding PrimoCare’s mission.

Joint Education & Digital Economy Committees

Demystifying ChatGPT and AI - May 10

Speakers: Dr Pinnaree Tea-makorn of Sasin School of Management; Ronnapong Kamnuanthip of Mind AI SEA; Anne Cheng of Superchange Lab; Chaolvalit Rattanakornkrisri of Microsoft Thailand.

Moderator: Dean Outerson of Sasin School of Management; Lyn Kok of Mula-X; Jason Shipman of Tata Consultancy Services.

Organized by: Joint Education and Digital Economy Committees.

Event Highlights:

Speakers shared their insights on the impact of OpenAi on human life and corporations and provided valuable perspectives on adapting to new technologies. The panel discussion centered around the history of AI and its relationship with machine learning. The potential for AI to replace human workers in the future wasaddressed during the question-and-answer session. The event was followed by networking at Wine Connection.

“Critical Thinking is important when it comes to validating information that ChatGPT gives you.” – Dr Pinnaree Tea-makorn

Multi-Chamber Eastern Seaboard Networking hosted by AMCHAM – May 19

On May 19, 2023, the American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM) held the Multi-Chamber Eastern Seaboard Networking event at Holiday Inn Pattaya. The event was organized by AMCHAM in collaboration with the Australian, British, Canadian, Belgian, German, Irish, Netherlands, South African, Singapore Thai Chambers of Commerce, and the Thai-Taiwan Business Association. It offered members from Bangkok and the Eastern Seaboard a valuable opportunity to network and establish business connections.

AMCHAM Executive Director Heidi Gallant stated, “the Multi-Chamber Eastern Seaboard Networking serves as an excellent platform for AMCHAM members and participants from other chambers to explore new business opportunities and foster ongoing business connections.”

Prior to the networking event, AMCHAM’s Legal, Human Resources, and Manufacturing Committees hosted a business briefing on the topic of “From Hiring to Firing - Important Considerations and Updates for Employers in Thailand.” The briefing featured Parada Saibua, Senior Associate of DLA Piper, and Suruswadee Jaimsuwan, Counsel of Tilleke & Gibbins, who shared valuable insights and tips for manufacturers on attracting skilled candidates, retaining valuable employees, and fostering employee loyalty and engagement within manufacturing operations.

The hotel’s outdoor space overlooks the beach at sunset and was the perfect spot for chamber members to enjoy themselves, network, and delight in fine food and drink. With great service and hospitality from the venue, everyone had a fantastic time.

Auto Council

Auto Industry Update - May 31

Speakers: Jessada Thongpak, Research and Analysis Manager, ASEAN Light Vehicle Production Forecast, at S&P Global Mobility

Moderator: Navarerk Kaewphakdee, Vice President, Global Corporate & Investment Banking, Bank of America

Organizers: Auto Council

Event Highlights:

The speaker delivered a comprehensive update and forecast on the auto industry across Southeast Asia, with a primary focus on Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam. He presented statistics and numbers, highlighting the upward trajectory of the auto industry in Thailand and the ASEAN region. The manufacturing of battery vehicles (BEVs) is expected to significantly increase as a result of the government’s tax scheme and subsidies for BEVs. It is expected that Thailand will continue to be known as the “Detroit of Asia” in the coming decade.

AMCHAM Corporate Social Impact Awards 2023 Information Session – May 25

Speakers: Panomporn Yapakai of Kenan Foundation Asia; Kulawal Supesuntorn of PricewaterhouseCoopers ABAS; Jacob Holder of The Möbius Agency; Khachiphan Bunsiri of Harmless Harvest (Thailand); Apinya Khuharueangrong of WHA Industrial Development Plc; and Alvin Liew Voon Siong of PCS Security and Facility Services Limited.

Event Highlights:

Since the start of the AMCHAM Excellence Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards over fifteen years ago, companies have expanded the scope of their sustainability programs from simple CSR projects, now embedding Environmental. Social, and Governance (ESG) principles more broadly in corporate strategy and operations. To reflect this evolution, AMCHAM has renamed our signature awards program the AMCHAM Corporate Social Impact Awards. The format and process remain the same, but the name now better matches the true scope of what our participating companies are doing in the communities where they live and work.

In this event, AMCHAM Committee leaders provided attending members with the opportunity to learn everything they needed to know to apply for this year’s Awards, sharing details about the special award theme and submission process. We were also delighted to welcome last year’s Special Award winners from Harmless Harvest, WHA Group, and PCS Security and Facility Services to share information about their own award-winning CSR projects and experience with the awards process.