Prestige Thailand Celebrates 20th Anniversary at 8th Annual 300 High Flyers Gala

Prestige Thailand Celebrates 20th Anniversary at 8th Annual 300 High Flyers Gala

Prestige Thailand marked a monumental milestone on the evening of 26 November 2025 – celebrating two decades of Prestige at its eighth annual 300 High Flyers Gala. The event was held against the backdrop of the Chaophraya River at The Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, in partnership with UOB Privilege Banking, Martell Cognac, Land Rover, and Utopia Corporation.

To celebrate the milestone, the 2025 edition of Prestige Thailand’s 300 High Flyers Gala was held under the theme World of Wonder, bringing together the kingdom’s most influential trailblazers, movers, and shakers.

The evening began with a grand arrival experience, with distinguished guests chauffeured to the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok in Land Rover’s Range Rover SV. Notable arrivals included Alisa “Ja” Phanthusak Kunpalin & Puwanart “Un” Kunpalin; Komson “Tee” Thanachotipu & Piyarom “Aom” Bunnag; Ratirod & Ruj Chulajata; Napon “Poy” Janetumnugul; and Ekachai “Jay” Sukumvitaya, setting the tone for a night of sophistication.

The formal programme commenced with a welcome speech by Björn Rettig, CEO, BurdaLuxury, who emphasised the significance of Prestige Thailand’s 20th anniversary.

“Tonight we celebrate two decades of community,” said Rettig. “For twenty years, Prestige Thailand has been dedicated to telling the stories of the individuals who are shaping the socioeconomic landscape of this country. In 2024, we launched Prestige Southern Thailand, further demonstrating our commitment to reaching new audiences and building a resilient community of like-minded individuals. Prestige remains committed to expanding and growing in this ever-evolving landscape and to continue building a community of influence.”

Rettig’s speech was followed by a speech from UOB Thailand’s Deputy CEO & Country Function Head of Wholesale Banking, Khun Vira-anong Chiranakhorn Phutrakul, who shared in Rettig’s message about the importance of community.

Björn Rettig
Vira-anong Chiranakhorn Phutrakul
Björn Rettig, Jaikar Singh Manchanda, Patrick Castanier, Vira-anong Chiranakhorn Phutrakul, Venita Prommaporn, Charnchai Mahantakhun, Christoph Pagel, François Oosthuizen

Later in the evening, guests were able to immerse themselves into the World of Wonder, which featured a culinary experience prepared by Chef Andrea Accordi, the Sky of Wonder lounge presented by UOB Privilege Banking and UOB KrisFlyer Mastercard, The Spirit of England, presented by Land Rover and Beefeater Gin, The Paris Suite by Martell Cognac, and The Phuket Cove, presented by Utopia Corporation.

The evening concluded with a DJ performance by DJ KRAIZ.

Notable attendees at Prestige Thailand’s 20th anniversary celebration included Charnchai Mahantakhun, Managing Director, Inchcape Thailand; Patrick Castanier, Managing Director, Pernod Ricard APAC; and Jaikar Singh Manchanda, Executive Director, Utopia Corporation; amongst many others.

For more information about Prestige Thailand’s 300 High Flyers, please click here.

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Piradej Monga

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