Prof. Dr. Kriengsak Chareonwongsak is President of the Institute of Future Studies for Development and a former AIT Board of Trustees member. He is a distinguished Thai scholar, economist, and public policy expert known for his long-standing contributions to national development and regional thought leadership. He serves as a Senior Fellow at Harvard University and is the President of the Nation-Building Institute (NBI), where he leads research and capacity-building initiatives aimed at strengthening governance, innovation, and sustainable development. With academic training spanning economics, public policy, and futures studies, Dr. Kriengsak brings a multidisciplinary perspective to addressing complex socio-economic challenges.

Over several decades, he has advised government agencies, private sector leaders, and international organizations on policy reform, strategic planning, and economic competitiveness. His extensive experience includes roles as a member of the Thai Parliament, senior executive positions in leading institutions, and contributions to national strategy formulation.

Dr. Kriengsak is also a prolific author and public speaker, known for translating academic insights into practical guidance for policymakers and practitioners. His work consistently reflects a commitment to ethical leadership, long-term thinking, and inclusive development, making him one of Thailand’s most respected voices in governance, economics, and future studies.