THAI SELECT
VIP DINNER
Time 2025
Location New York, NY
Role Project Manager
Brand Partnership, Media Relations
Thai SELECT, a certification program by the Royal Thai Government recognizing authentic Thai restaurants worldwide, partnered with Velvet.Co to host the Thai SELECT Dinner 2025 – A Culinary Celebration of Isan Cuisine on July 8 in New York. The event featured five certified restaurants and welcomed 38 guests, VIPs including the Consul General of the Royal Thai Consulate and representatives from the Thai Trade Center. The activation generated social media and press exposure while celebrating Thai culinary culture.


Highlight
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Featured 5 Thai Select NYC restaurants and chefs, showcasing the diversity and cultural excellence of Thai cuisine.
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Hosted an exclusive dinner for 38 high-profile guests, including Thai dignitaries, top-tier media, and mega-level food influencers.




Lisa Wong Macabasco
Natalia Gonzalez
Chloe Sorvino
Vogue
Michelin Guide
Forbes
Ms. Somjai Taphaopong
Ms. Ketsuree Vijaranakorn
Executive Director, Thai Trade Center New York
Consul General, Royal Thai Consulate General in New York

Generated 3M engagements and 14M social impressions, significantly amplifying visibility and audience reach





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Led the event end-to-end, overseeing strategy, concept, venue, and production.
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Coordinated partners, chefs, media, influencers, and VIP guests to ensure seamless execution.
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Managed post-event communications and reporting to capture key outcomes and insights.
Execution





