Asia Connect + The C9 Sessions: Phuket Property Pulse

This session offers a unique chance to engage with Dr. Allan Zeman, a pivotal figure in luxury hospitality in Phuket. He will share insights stemming from his substantial contributions that have attracted global attention.

Participants can expect a dynamic 90-minute program focused on the Phuket property market, with particular emphasis on mid-year 2025 trends and a forward-looking perspective. Topics of discussion will include Thailand's Leasehold Ownership and essential tax information for developers and real estate owners, using data-driven metrics.

The session is a collaborative effort by PropertyGuru Thailand Property Awards, C9 Hotelworks, Delivering Asia, and Sudara Residences, featuring insights from notable experts associated with Lan Kwai Fong Holdings, Hughes Krupica, and HLB Thailand.

The C9 Sessions serve as an ongoing campaign by C9 Hotelworks, aimed at enhancing education within the hospitality and real estate sectors, encouraging innovation and promoting entrepreneurial concepts.

Professionals involved in property development, real estate marketing, the hospitality and tourism industry, as well as service providers, will find this session particularly beneficial.

Schedule

Date: Wednesday 7th May 2025

Venue: Andara Resort & Villas Kamala Phuket, SILK Restaurant

Registration: 3:00 pm onwards

Session: 4:00 to 5:30 pm

Networking Drinks: 5:30 to 7:00 pm

Program

Introduction to the Thailand Property Awards – 20th Anniversary Edition

Jules Kay, Managing Director, PropertyGuru International (Thailand)

Why Phuket? An Investor's Perspective

Dr. Allan Zeman, Chairman, Lan Kwai Fong Holdings

David Johnson, CEO, Delivering Asia

Phuket Property Market Trends Update - Midyear

Bill Barnett, Managing Director, C9 Hotelworks

Inside Thailand’s Leasehold Property Ownership

Desmond Hughes, Senior Partner, Hughes Krupica

Tax Primer on Leasehold Property for Developers and Property Owners

Paul Ashburn, Co-Managing Partner, HLB Thailand

Moderators

Jules Kay, Managing Director/PropertyGuru International (Thailand)

Sumi Soorian, Founder, Mrs B Group and Judge Thailand Property Awards (Phuket)

Attendance is complimentary, but advance registration is necessary.