Business Advisory Board

Ms. Chandvipa Pipatanakul is a marketing expert with a Master of Business Administration from Michigan State University (ranked 105, THE 2026), the USA. She has spent over 35 years successfully leading marketing and management strategies and practices for major multinational companies like Samsung, PepsiCo, Unilever, McDonald's, Colgate-Palmolive, and Associated British Foods. As the head of marketing departments and a key member of many boards of directors, she drove business turnarounds, significant growth in sales and profits, brand-image uplifting, and successful marketing campaigns for many products under her responsibilities.

Ms. Pipatanakul's strengths extend beyond her marketing expertise. Her solid analytical skills and ability to take a holistic view of the business, financial management, organization structure, and work processes enable her to develop strong business strategies and plans that lead to astonishing business results.

Currently, Ms. Pipatanakul is a marketing consultant for Chaosua Foods Industry PCL, one of Thailand's leading food producers, and a member of the board of directors for YDM (Thailand), a digital transformation marketing agency. She also conducts executive training for many organizations.

In addition to her work in the business sector, Ms. Pipatanakul was a part-time instructor for Chulalongkorn University's Bachelor of Arts Program in Economics, teaching the Business & Modern Practice course from 2014 to 2020. She was also a Prosci's change management certified advanced instructor and consultant from 2018 to 2021.

Ms. Pipatanakul’s extensive qualifications and experiences in business and academia make her the perfect fit to ensure the relevance of articles published in GEMS to business practitioners.

Ms. Anita Maria Chanrasmi is a celebrated business woman in Thailand with a Master of Business Administration from the esteemed Sasin School of Management (ranked 23, QS Global MBA 2026: Asia), Chulalongkorn University (ranked 221, QS 2026). She worked for 10 years at Siam Commercial Bank, one of the top banks in Thailand. Then, she spent five years as Managing Director at SCB Advisory LLC and another five years as Senior Vice President of Finance at Padaeng Industry PLC. 

In 2012, Ms. Chanrasmi took the bold step into the future by founding PhithanLife Co. Ltd., a manufacturer and distributor of international standard health and beauty products made from genuine Thai bird nest. She has since been PhithanLife's Chief Executive Officer. But that is not all — she is also an expert, empathic, and benevolent leader, having managed her other family businesses for over 30 years. 

Ms. Chanrasmi’s extensive qualifications and versatile experiences both as senior executives at leading corporations and as Chief Executive Officer of her highly successful company make her the perfect fit to ensure the relevance of articles published in GEMS to business practitioners.

With a distinguished career spanning nearly three decades in finance and corporate leadership, Ms. Wannee Juntamongkol brings a wealth of expertise highly relevant to the fields of marketing, international business, and hospitality. As Chief Financial Officer and Senior Executive Vice President of Finance and Investment Business at Home Product Center PCL, she has developed a profound understanding of financial strategies that drive successful marketing campaigns, support international expansions, and optimize investment decisions. Her ability to align financial resources with strategic business objectives has equipped her to offer critical insights for organizations operating in dynamic, competitive environments.

Her extensive experience includes directorships at prominent subsidiaries such as Market Village Co., Ltd., Home Product Center (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., Mega Home Center Co., Ltd., and DC Service Center Co., Ltd., where she has been deeply engaged in the retail and distribution sectors. These roles have provided her with hands-on expertise in consumer behavior, brand management, and cross-border operations—foundational aspects of marketing and international business. Additionally, her early career as Associate Director of Finance at Colgate-Palmolive (Thailand), a global consumer goods leader, honed her skills in executing marketing strategies across international markets and navigating complex global landscapes.

Beyond these areas, her strategic oversight in companies with diverse portfolios—potentially encompassing hospitality elements like shopping centers with integrated hotels or dining facilities—has enriched her understanding of the financial and operational strategies vital to the hospitality industry. Holding a Master of Business Administration from the prestigious Sasin School of Management (ranked 23, QS Global MBA 2026: Asia), Chulalongkorn University (ranked 221, QS 2026), Ms. Juntamongkol surely blends academic rigor with practical know-how, making her an exceptional advisor for scholarly journals like GEMS. 

Dr. Leon Hong serves as General Manager of Guangdong Longhu Sci. & Tech. Company Limited, a prominent leader in China’s construction additives industry. The company is distinguished for its technology-driven marketing services and bespoke solutions tailored to sectors such as mortar, coatings, and infrastructure engineering, reinforcing its esteemed reputation.

Possessing a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from Heriot-Watt University (ranked 287th by QS World University Rankings 2026), a Master’s in Sustainable Energy Technologies from the University of Warwick (ranked 74, QS 2026), and a PhD from Loughborough University (ranked 225, QS 2026) focused on catalyst development for ethanol fuel cells and hydrogen electro-reforming, Dr. Hong integrates advanced technical knowledge with strategic business proficiency. His extensive academic credentials from the United Kingdom underscore his capability to drive innovation and sustainability in a competitive market.

Besides, as Vice President of the Shantou Jinping District Overseas Chinese Youth United Association, Dr. Hong facilitates cultural exchange and fosters international connections between Shantou and Chinese communities worldwide. His global education, executive leadership, and dedication to community outreach uniquely qualify him as a discerning business advisor for GEMS, providing authoritative insights into marketing, international business, innovation, and sustainability for its worldwide readership of scholars, leaders, and professionals.

As a three-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, start-up investor, and award-winning sales leader, Mr. Gary C. Laney has led Success Masters LLC as CEO for over 20 years, investing in industries such as high-tech intellectual property, business networking, online media, and e-commerce—experience that aligns seamlessly with GEMS’ commitment to cutting-edge marketing insights and global business perspectives.

With 35 years in sales, marketing, training, and professional services, Mr. Laney offers a deep understanding of sales process, customer relationship management (CRM), leadership development, and business process management, honed across sectors like retail, e-commerce, financial services, and telecommunications. His expertise in fostering strategic relationships and driving business growth directly supports GEMS’ goal of equipping international business leaders and scholars with practical, research-driven tools to excel in dynamic markets, including the hospitality industry.

A proven leader, Mr. Laney has influenced over 20 businesses, including leading worldwide sales for Eloquent (Open Text). He has interviewed numerous top executives from outstanding companies like UPS and Oracle. Mr. Laney’s reputation as a dynamic speaker—inspiring tens of thousands of business people with topics like mastering the 13 competitive competencies of influential leadership; the six building blocks of a trusted partnership; sales performance and leadership; and identifying and leveraging your competitive competencies— enhances GEMS’ mission to bridge academia and practice. His insights into leadership and trust-building are invaluable for our readership of scholars and professionals seeking to innovate within marketing and hospitality on a global scale.

Equipped with a MBA in Finance, Marketing, and Policy from Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University (ranked 30, THE 2026), Mr. Laney blends a robust scholarly foundation with strategic vision. He is poised to elevate GEMS’ global influence, delivering insights that inspire and resonate with our international community.

Explore further Mr. Laney’s impressive journey on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyclaney) or his website (https://garyclaney.com).

Dr. Pornteera Pawijit brings exceptional strategic and scientific expertise to her role as a business advisor for Global Empirical Marketing Studies (GEMS), offering critical insights into marketing, international business, healthcare marketing, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. With over seven years in venture capital, consulting, and medical device sectors, she drives innovation and entrepreneurial growth. 

As Senior Associate at Heritas Capital Management (Singapore), she fuels healthcare and technology startups, advancing healthcare marketing and sustainable ventures. Her roles as Senior Life Science Specialist at L.E.K. Consulting (Singapore) and Head of Business Development at Vivo Surgical and Vivo Diagnostics (Singapore) honed her ability to launch marketable solutions, aligning with GEMS’ mission to bridge research and practice. Dr. Pawijit’s global and entrepreneurial expertise guides GEMS’ scholars and professionals in crafting impactful marketing and business strategies.

Her education—a PhD in Biology and MBA in Strategy and Organisation from the National University of Singapore (ranked 8, QS 2026), paired with a BSc in Biotechnology, First Class Honours from UCL (ranked 9, QS 2026)—underpins her contributions. Her PhD equips her to review neuromarketing and healthcare marketing papers, ensuring methodological rigor. Her MBA and stakeholder engagement deliver insights for practitioners and entrepreneurs in healthcare branding and global markets.

Dr. Pawijit also serves on GEMS’ editorial board, strengthening its focus on healthcare marketing, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Her ability to assess neuromarketing and healthcare methodologies enhances academic quality, while her Asia-spanning partnerships enrich cross-border marketing and startup discourse. With scientific precision and entrepreneurial acumen, Dr. Pawijit redefines GEMS’ global impact, catalyzing transformative innovation in marketing, healthcare, and sustainable entrepreneurship.

Dr. Lina Song is the CEO & Founder of Doogooda Company Limited, an innovative Seoul-based startup dedicated to “doing good with good data.” By democratizing advanced quantitative tools from operations research, econometrics, industrial engineering, and data science, Doogooda empowers policymakers and citizens to make smarter, evidence-based decisions for societal equity and public good.

A former Assistant Professor at School of Management, UCL (ranked 9, QS 2026), Dr. Song holds a a BS in applied and computational mathematics from California Institute of Technology (ranked 7, THE 2026), an MA in statistics from Yale University (ranked 10, THE 2026), and a PhD in decision science and health policy from Harvard University (ranked 5, THE 2026). She also worked as a researcher at Massachusetts General Hospital and the World Bank, and received the Best Research Award in Methodology from AcademyHealth, U.S., the Best Paper Award in Healthcare Management from the Production and Operations Management Society, U.S., as well as the prestigious Lee Kun-hee Scholarship from the Samsung Lee Kun-hee Foundation. This rare blend of world-class academic training and entrepreneurial leadership brings cutting-edge rigor and practical insight to the intersection of data-driven decision-making, marketing strategy, and social impact.

Dr. Song’s vision and expertise make her an outstanding addition to the GEMS Advisory Board as a business advisor. We are delighted to welcome her guidance as the journal continues to bridge rigorous scholarship with meaningful real-world application.

Learn more about Dr. Song and Doogooda: https://www.doogooda.ai/en 

Dr. Fang Zhao (PhD in management, Western Sydney University, ranked 301–350, THE 2026) is a globally recognized leader in sustainability, innovation, and digital entrepreneurship. The founder and CEO of Strategy&Ops Consultancy in Melbourne, Australia—a social enterprise leading a transdisciplinary team of 120+ sustainability experts—Dr. Zhao drives transformative strategies for inclusive and sustainable growth worldwide. 

Her distinguished academic career includes:

• Adjunct Professor, Institute for Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities, Victoria University (ranked 501–600, THE 2026), Australia.

• Professor and Associate Dean, Staffordshire University, UK.

• Senior Lecturer and Honorary Professor, Graduate School of Business and Law, RMIT University (ranked 125, QS 2026), Australia.

• Professor of Management and Associate Dean, Edith Cowan University (ranked 351–400, THE 2026), Australia.

• Professor of Management, American University of Sharjah (ranked 272, QS 2026), United Arab Emirates.

• Professor of Management and Head of the School, The University of the South Pacific, Fiji.

Dr. Zhao has published in leading journals such as Academy of Management Learning and Education (ABS 2024: 4*), Internet Research (ABS 2024: 3), Information and Management (ABS 2024: 3), Information Technology and People (ABS 2024: 3), and Journal of Environmental Management (ABS 2024: 3). With 4,379 citations (https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=UFc7oRgAAAAJ, December 28, 2025) and pioneering research in smart cities, digital entrepreneurship, e-government, and cross-cultural innovation, Dr. Zhao brings a rare fusion of cutting-edge scholarship and real-world impact. Her global perspective and commitment to sustainability perfectly align with GEMS’ mission to bridge rigorous empirical research with practical application in marketing, international business, and sustainable development.

This milestone is especially meaningful for GEMS: Dr. Zhao is the 100th member of the GEMS Gold Guild! 

Learn more about Dr. Zhao and Strategy&Ops Consultancy: https://strategyandops.net/

Dr. Gurmeet Singh (MPhil and PhD in marketing from University of Jammu, India) currently serves as Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research & Innovation (Acting) and Head/Dean of School of Business & Management at The University of the South Pacific in Fiji. With nearly 30 years of dedicated service in teaching, research, consultancy, and executive training, he brings extensive experience in academic leadership, research strategy, internationalization, and postgraduate development.

A prolific and highly cited researcher, Professor Singh has authored a substantial body of publications in marketing, consumer behavior, electronic marketing, services marketing, artificial intelligence convergence, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. He is ranked among the world’s top 1.33% scholars (ScholarGPS, 2025) and top 2% scientists (Stanford/Elsevier, 2020–2025). His work has garnered 7,467 citations (https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=hmYP_hoAAAAJ&hl=en, as of January 20, 2026), appearing in leading journals, including:

• Asia Pacific Journal of Management (ABS 2024: 3)

• European Journal of Marketing (ABS 2024: 3)

• International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management (ABS 2024: 3)

• Journal of Business Research (ABS 2024: 3)

• Personality and Individual Differences (ABS 2024: 3)

• Psychology & Marketing (ABS 2024: 3)

• Current Issues in Tourism (ABS 2024: 2)

• European Business Review (ABS 2024: 2)

• International Journal of Consumer Studies (ABS 2024: 2) 

• International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ABS 2024: 2)

• International Journal of Tourism Research (ABS 2024: 2) 

• Journal of Global Information Technology (ABS 2024: 2) 

• Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management (ABS 2024: 2)

• Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services (ABS 2024: 2)

• Journal of Travel & Tourism Marketing (ABS 2024: 2)

• Tourism Management Perspectives (ABS 2024: 2)

• Tourism Planning & Development (ABS 2024: 2)

He also serves as Associate Editor (South Pacific Islands) for the Journal of Global Marketing (ABS 2024: 1). As a mentor to numerous PhD, MPhil, and Masters scholars, and with his proven track record in fostering research excellence and regional academic advancement, Professor Singh adds invaluable strategic insight to GEMS.

Learn more about Professor Singh: https://www.usp.ac.fj/graduate-school-of-business/staff/gsb-staff/

Dr. Tippawan Lorsuwannarat is Professor and President (Rector) of the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA), one of Thailand’s leading graduate-level public universities specializing in business, public administration, and development studies. She holds a PhD in administrative studies from Schulich School of Business, York University (ranked 151–200, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Business & Management Studies), Canada. 

Her distinguished leadership career at NIDA includes serving as Dean of the Graduate School of Public Administration, Director of the International Doctoral Program in Governance and Development, and numerous other roles. She has also served as a reviewer for reputable international journals, such as Heliyon, Foresight, and Economic Research.

Furthermore, she has been an advisor and a member of several key national committees on public sector reform and governance in Thailand. Her experience encompasses high-level policy negotiations with international organizations (e.g., International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and Asian Development Bank), as well as regional academic collaborations, such as her role as Adjunct Professor at Universitas Airlangga (Airlangga University, ranked 287, QS 2026), Indonesia. Earlier in her career, she held the position of Acting Section Chief at Thailand’s Bureau of the Budget.

Professor Lorsuwannarat brings invaluable insight into leadership, public administration, and sustainable development in Southeast Asia—perfectly aligning with GEMS’ mission to bridge rigorous empirical research with real-world impact in marketing, hospitality, sustainability, and beyond. 

Learn more about Professor Lorsuwannarat:

• Official NIDA profile: https://nida.ac.th/en/teams/tippawan-lorsuwannarat/

• Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=gAJiVRAAAAAJ&hl=en

Dr. Premkumar Rajagopal is Professor and President (Rector) of Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST), where he has led strategic growth, academic partnerships, and industry-aligned programs for over a decade. Prior to that, he served as Professor of Management at INTI International University (ranked 509, QS 2026), Malaysia, and Vice Chancellor at Asian Institute of Medicine, Science and Technology (AIMST University), Malaysia. He currently also serves as President of the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA) Malaysia.

He earned his PhD in supply chain management from Universiti Sains Malaysia (ranked 134, QS 2026), an MBA from Universiti Utara Malaysia (ranked 491, QS 2026), and a Bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from RMIT University (ranked 125, QS 2026), Australia. He has also completed executive training at Harvard University.

With 13+ years in higher education leadership and prior global experience as Regional Supply Chain Planning Manager at Intel Technology, Malaysia, Professor Rajagopal is internationally recognized for expertise in supply chain integration, operations, logistics, sustainability, and digital transformation. His research focuses on supply chain theory, implementation, and performance, with publications in leading journals such as Supply Chain Management (ABS 2024: 3; SJR: Q1), International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management (ABS 2024: 2; SJR: Q1), and Benchmarking (ABS 2024: 1; SJR: Q1).

His strong leadership and practical insights into supply chain, operations, and sustainable business processes make him a perfect fit for GEMS, enhancing our mission to connect rigorous empirical research with real-world impact in marketing, international business, hospitality, sustainability, and wellness.

Learn more about Professor Premkumar Rajagopal:

• MUST: https://must.edu.my/about_presidents-message/

• Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=hJQMn8MAAAAJ&hl=en