BCCT x Junior Achievement Asia Pacific Business Dinner 
"Empowering the Next Generation"

BCCT, in collaboration with Junior Achievement Asia Pacific, is pleased to invite you to an exclusive business dinner bringing together leaders from the private sector, education, and international organisations who are shaping the future of work for the next generation.

Held in conjunction with the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) Youth Forum 2026, the evening will feature a dinner  to celebrating the collaboration between Junior Achievement (JA) and Southeast Asia Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) alongside presentations from leading national and international organisations, including Vivek Kumar, the President of Junior Achievement Asia Pacific, as well as representatives from the World Bank Group.

The presentation will explore how entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy can help prepare the next generation for the future workforce. Attendees will gain insights into future skills, opportunities, and challenges facing youth in a rapidly changing world, while connecting with business leaders and international organisations driving youth development and future-ready talent.

Event details: 

Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026

Time: 18:00 - 20:30 PM (Registration from 17:30 PM)

Venue: Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit, Grand Ballroom [MAP]

Cost:  THB 1,600, including a 4-course Thai set dinner and soft drinks.

Booking: 

• BCCT members please book online as normal or contact us at events@bccthai.com for assistance.
• Non-members who would like to join this event, please email - greg@bccthai.com

Payment:

• Online Payment options are available when confirming your booking (recommended). Online payment when you book is the simplest way to do this.
• Bank Transfer is also available to Kasikorn Bank 709-2-36464-4 and email finance@bccthai.com to verify for a receipt.

Programme

17:30 – 18:30 Registration & Networking Reception

18:30 – 19:10 Guests Invited to Be Seated / Dinner Served

19:10 – 19:15 Welcome Remarks by the British Chamber of Commerce Thailand (BCCT)

19:15 – 19:35 Opening Remarks and Introduction :“Preparing the Next Generation Through Entrepreneurship, Work Readiness, and Financial Literacy” by Mr. Vivek Kumar, President & CEO, Junior Achievement Asia Pacific (JA Asia Pacific)

19:35 – 19:55 Presentation “Empowering the Next Generation” by the World Bank Group

19:55 – 20:20 Plaque Presentation Ceremony by Junior Achievement Asia Pacific (JA Asia Pacific)

20:20 – 20:30 Closing Remarks by Khun Thada Savetsila, Chairman, Junior Achievement Thailand

Cancellation Policy:

• Advance Payment is required to confirm your registration and if the payment is not made 24 hours before event, your place will be passed on to the waiting list. No walk-ins.
• Cancellations received less than 24 hours (1 day) and no-shows are NOT able to receive neither a refund nor credit.
• Payment is required at the time of booking. At any other time will incur a higher fee

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