KH Academy, in collaboration with leading private sector partners, financial institutions, and top educational establishments, officially held the closing ceremony for the sixth cohort of the ‘Prep for Financial Advisor’ program on September 17, 2026, at the KH Academy Ratchathewi Campus. The event marked the culmination of an intensive program designed to prepare university students with both theoretical and practical knowledge before embarking on professional journeys in finance and investment.
The closing ceremony was honored by the presence of Mr. Chanchai Sanguanwong, Director of Kaohoon Turakij; Mr. Supachai Pokpong, Deputy Executive Editor of Kaohoon Turakij; and Mr. Tawesak Bhutton, senior journalist. Executives from prominent financial advisory organizations were also in attendance, including Mr. Rewin Pataibunlue, Chief Executive Officer of PrimeStreet Group; Mr. Nattakul Arunyakasem, Director of Investment Banking at PrimeStreet Group; Ms. Maturos Saraneeyatham, Director of Asset Pro Management Co., Ltd. (APM); and Ms. Nuanphan Vivithanaporn, Senior Deputy Vice President at APM, as well as several expert instructors who came together to celebrate and witness the achievements of this new generation.
Ms. Maturos Saraneeyatham, Director of APM and a key supporter who provided instructors for the course, delivered a motivational address to the students. She emphasized the value of learning directly from industry professionals, which broadens perspectives and builds readiness to choose a career path. Ms. Maturos highlighted the increasingly important role of financial advisors in today’s environment and encouraged participants to utilize the practical skills developed during the training for their personal and organizational benefit in the future.
Reflecting on the journey of the ‘Prep for Financial Advisor’ program from its first to sixth cohort, Ms. Maturos noted APM’s appreciation of the participants’ enthusiasm. “Learning from real experts in twelve classes is a precious opportunity that will aid in your career decision-making. Though financial advisory is not an easy profession, dedication can overcome its challenges. We hope to see the participants become future colleagues in this field,” she stated.
A highlight of the ceremony was the announcement and presentation of awards for the investment plan workshop activity. Teams competed by developing and presenting business group structures and enterprise valuations for a scholarship prize of THB 50,000. Out of eight teams (A–H), Team G, mentored by Mr. Pakawat Tulyanitikul, Senior Vice President at Finansia Syrus Securities, demonstrated exceptional investment planning and presentation skills and won the top prize.
Team G was composed of eight outstanding students from various leading universities. The team members included Ms. Thiyada Peerawach, a fourth-year student from the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy at Chulalongkorn University; Mr. Puriwat Khemkhaeng, a fourth-year student from the Faculty of Business Administration at Kasetsart University; Ms. Yada Klinjan, a third-year student from the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy at Chulalongkorn University; Ms. Ornrumpa Sattana, a third-year student from the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy at Thammasat University; Mr. Sirapat Liukhum, a third-year student from the Faculty of Business Administration at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce; Ms. Patthamawan Yunan, a third-year student from the Faculty of Business Administration for Society at Srinakharinwirot University; Ms. Ananya Kiewprasert, a second-year student from the Faculty of Business Administration for Society at Srinakharinwirot University; and Mr. Phacharaphon Salthima, a second-year student from the Faculty of Business Administration at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce.
The 50,000-baht scholarship award was presented to the winning team by Mr. Rewin Pataibunlue, CEO of PrimeStreet Group. Following the awards, certificates were presented to all 63 graduates of the sixth cohort from five universities: Chulalongkorn University, Thammasat University, Kasetsart University, Srinakharinwirot University, and the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Chanchai Sanguanwong, Director of Kaohoon Turakij, presided over the certificate presentation.
During the event, Mr. Chanchai congratulated the students, stating that the ‘Prep for Financial Advisor’ curriculum not only imparts knowledge and experience in the financial advisory profession but also serves as ‘finance education outside university.’ He highlighted the value of learning directly from experts, enabling students from various disciplines to apply new knowledge in both their future careers and entrepreneurial endeavors. Mr. Chanchai also noted the program’s role in establishing a vital network among young people who will become key contributors to the nation’s future.
The ‘Prep for Financial Advisor’ program, now in its sixth cohort, offered participants twelve classes over the span of one month, providing a blend of theoretical and practical training. The faculty comprised experts from leading organizations such as Asset Pro Management Co., Ltd. (APM), PrimeStreet Advisory (Thailand) Co., Ltd., OptAsia Capital Co., Ltd., Finansia Syrus Securities Public Company Limited, as well as professors from the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy at Thammasat University and the Finance Department of Mahidol University International College (MUIC). The curriculum was designed to build foundational knowledge, enhance systematic analytical thinking skills, and thoroughly prepare students to enter the finance and investment advisory profession as future professionals.
KH Academy was established to carry on the mission of Kaohoon Turakij in nurturing a new generation of university students for careers in finance and investment, with no charge to participants. The institution works in close collaboration with private sector partners and supporters, including B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited (BGRIM), PrimeStreet Advisory (Thailand) Company Limited, BCPG Public Company Limited (BCPG), PSG Corporation Public Company Limited (PSGC), Charoen Pokphand Group Company Limited, BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited (BTS), Krung Thai Bank Public Company Limited (KTB), Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT), Millennium Group Corporation (Asia) Public Company Limited (MGC), Srinanaporn Marketing Public Company Limited (SNNP), SKY ICT Public Company Limited (SKY), TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Company Limited (TOA), Smothong Group Public Company Limited (SMO), G-Able Public Company Limited (GABLE), Petchsrivichai Enterprise Public Company Limited (PCE), and TQM Insurance Broker Company Limited (TQM).
