Sundowners – AustCham Thailand's monthly business networking function – is the most successful networking event in Bangkok. It is a great opportunity for members and guests of the Chamber to meet, network and exchange views in a social environment.
Date:
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Wednesday 3 September 2014
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Time:
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18:00 - 21:00 (last drinks served at 20:30)
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| Cost: |
Baht 550 for members
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Baht 1,100 for non-members |
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Sambal Bar, Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers, Charoen Krung Road Soi 30
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| BTS: |
Saphan Taksin
The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle boat which runs every 30 minutes from Taksin pier and is only a 10 minute trip to the hotel. The last boat for the evening will leave the hotel pier at 22.00 returning to Taksin pier.
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AustCham wishes to thank its sponsors for their support.
Corporate Sponsor: The Beaumont Partnership Foundation
Samitivej Hospital Catering and Venue Sponsor: Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Bangkok
The Beaumont Partnership Foundation
The Beaumont Ruam Pattana School in Chaiyaphum was conceived as a means of re-dressing some of the inequalities in educational opportunities between Bangkok and the rest of Thailand. The Beaumont Partnership has been in business here for over the 23 years. Over that period of time the continuing drift of young people from rural areas to urban centres has remained clearly apparent. Typically the reason for this drift is the search for an improved standard of living for themselves and their families.
A recognition that the opportunity to improve standards of living is largely driven by access to education is what drove The Beaumont Partnership to establish the TBP Foundation with a focus on establishing a school in Chaiyaphum province. In some way this is intended as a means of contributing back to the community that has supported the company over many years. With the assistance of its extended network of fellow consultants, building suppliers, developers and generous individuals, the initial phase of the school is now open. The school opened with 128 students from kindergarten one through to grade two. The school will be progressively built out as the children grow through the school.
Continuing economic sustainability is one of the fundamental principles embraced by the school’s board. On that basis the intention is that income derived from a construction industry focussed business park, a hospitality college and an organic farm, situated on land close to the school, will eventually provide for the ongoing financial needs of the school. It is anticipated that the establishment of this support base will take between five to six years, and in the interim financial support is sought from the broader community.
www.tbp-foundation.com
Samitivej Hospital
HIFU - New Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer gives no warning signs before becoming aggressive. Screening should start at the age of 50 for all men and 40 for men with higher risks. Current standard treatments like surgery or radiotherapy are effective but there is a high chance that it comes accompanied with side effects. Now, there is a robotic assisted High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU), a viable alternative for the treatment of prostate cancer without surgery. It’s extremely precise and harmless to adjacent tissues. There is minimal incontinence and impotence, no radioactive and takes only 1-3 days to recover. HIFU is now available at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital.
http://smtvj.com/HIFUAusCham
Samitivej Public Company Limited
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133 Sukhumvit 49, Klongtan Nua,
Vadhana, Bangkok 10110
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Tel:
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+66 (0) 2711-8181
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Fax:
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+66 (0) 2391-1290
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E-mail:
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info@samitivej.co.th
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Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Bangkok
Located on the legendary "River of Kings," the hotel offers an irresistible combination of warm Thai hospitality and professional service in a modern setting. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Chao Phraya River from all 726 of our spacious guest rooms and suites. Pamper yourself with a variety of treatments by professional therapists at the Royal Orchid Mandara Spa. If you’re feeling a bit more energetic, take a dip in one of two outdoor pools or enjoy a workout in our 24-hour Sheraton Fitness Programmed by Core Performance. A wide range of cuisine, from traditional Thai to delicious Italian to a stylish new bar & grill by the riverfront, is served in our four award-winning restaurants. Two bars offer expertly mixed cocktails, fine wines, and live entertainment. Find inspiration for your next event in our 22 function spaces, most of which feature natural light and river views. For especially grand events, enjoy the 11, 626-square foot Royal Orchid Grand Ballroom.
www.royalorchidsheraton.com