i-genius Asia Summit on social entrepreneurship, Bangkok, 1st – 2nd March 2012 under the theme, ‘Is Asia up to the challenge?’ will examine the potential for social innovation in the fastest growing region in the world and explore how it can be raised to an even higher level over the coming decade.

Professor Kriengsak Chareonwongsak will open the Summit with a lecture on ‘What the future holds for Asia’ and participants will then address seven challenges over the two days.

i-genius Asia Summit – 7 Challenges

Challenge 1: Swot Asia – identifying regional strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats

Challenge 2: Customers First! Expanding markets for sustainable growth

Challenge 3: Skills and Knowhow – making training and development relevant

Challenge 4: Finance and Investment – getting the cash to flow

Challenge 5: Designing a Legal and Regulatory Framework for Governments

Challenge 6: Developing Networks, Partnerships and Engaging Stakeholders

Challenge 7: Good Communications – awareness raising and generating media profile