Exploring Academic Collaborations: Chiang Mai University Delegation Meets with Yougoy Company in Kunming, P.R. China
On June 13, 2024, a delegation from the International College of Digital Innovation at Chiang Mai University, headed by Assistant Professor Dr. Benjamas Suksatit, Deputy Dean of the college, visited Yougoy Company in Kunming City, Yunnan Province. Yougoy Company, a startup established in 2018, specializes in a variety of beverage products including milk tea and fresh fruit tea. During the visit, the delegation engaged in discussions with Yougoy Company's management team to explore potential academic collaborations.
The delegation from Chiang Mai University included:
1. Asst. Prof. Dr. Benjamas Suksatit, Deputy Dean of International College of Digital Innovation
2. Dr. Tanarat Ratanadamrongaksorn, Lecturer at International College of Digital Innovation
3. Dr. Aniwat Phaphuangwittayakul, Lecturer at International College of Digital Innovation
4. Mr. Attapon Tipsribud, Student Quality Development Officer of International College of Digital Innovation, and Interpreter
5. Ms. Thanyaphorn Sriwichailamphan, International Relations Officers of International College of Digital Innovation
6. Ms. Usanee Pongsawaleesi, Secretary of Chiang Mai International Engineering School (CM-IES), Faculty of Engineering
7. Mr. Jinming Zhang, Research Assistant at International College of Digital Innovation
Representatives from Yougoy Company included:
1. Mr. Shou Yang (CEO, Brand Founder)
2. Ms. Jianying Cen (Manager, Yunnan Small and Micro Enterprise Entrepreneurial Park)
3. Ms. Lin Cheng (Deputy General Manager, Yunnan Small and Micro Enterprise Entrepreneurial Park)
4. Ms. Cemei Li (Overseas Manager)
5. Mr. Fei Huang (Brand Deputy General Manager)
During the visit, the delegation gained insights into Yougoy Company's organizational structure and diverse product range. Subsequently, discussions were held to explore potential future collaborations, such as facilitating student internships from Chiang Mai University at Yougoy Company to broaden their international work experience and enhance their proficiency in the Chinese language.