The Experiential Design Authority (TEDA), an international organization dedicated to experiential design, has officially announced the appointment of 32 distinguished jury members from six continents to serve as judges for the World Expolympics 2025, part of the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. Among the global experts, Ms. Umaree Charnnarong has been selected as the sole representative from Thailand, marking a significant recognition of her expertise and contributions in the field of experiential design.
As the Creative Business Development Director at Index Creative Village, Thailand’s leading event and exhibition company with an international reputation, Umaree brings over 20 years of experience in strategy, design, and project management. She has been actively involved in the planning and execution of the Thailand Pavilion across four editions of the World Expo, all of which achieved global acclaim and international awards: Expo 2010 Shanghai (China), Expo 2012 Yeosu (Korea), Expo 2017 Astana (Kazakhstan), and Expo 2020 Dubai (UAE). Each pavilion under her involvement received outstanding recognition from millions of visitors worldwide and prestigious awards.
Awards and Achievements of Thailand Pavilion
World Expo 2010: Shanghai, China
- Won the Event Marketing Gold Award at Adman Award 2010
- Won the MAT Award 2010 for Marketing & Brand Building Campaign of the Year
- Ranked among the Top 7 most popular pavilions (out of 240 countries) with record-breaking visitors
- Named as one of the “Most Popular Pavilions” by Shanghai Daily
Expo 2012: Yeosu, Korea
- Ranked among the Top 3 most popular pavilions (out of 110 countries) with over 1 million visitors worldwide
- Won the Editor’s Choice Award from Exhibitor Magazine, USA
Expo 2017: Astana, Kazakhstan
- Ranked among the Top 4 most popular pavilions (out of 115 countries)
- Voted as the 2nd most popular pavilion for children and families by Astana Expo TV
- Won the Honourable Mention in the People’s Choice Award category from Exhibitor Magazine, USA
- Won the Silver Award for Marketing & Brand Building Campaign of the Year from the Marketing Association of Thailand (MAT)
Expo 2020: Dubai, UAE
- Ranked among the Top 3 most popular pavilions (out of 190 countries worldwide)
- Won the Editor’s Choice Award from Exhibitor Magazine, USA
- Named one of the “Five Unmissable Experiences” at Expo 2020 Dubai
- Ranked 4th most popular pavilion on Google Reviews, reflecting strong global visitor satisfaction
“Every success of the Thailand Pavilion has been the result of the dedication and collaboration of the Index Creative Village team, our partners, and the host from government ministries. With years of continued contributions to World Expo projects, I am deeply honored to have been recognized and appointed as a jury member for this global panel. This achievement is not only a personal honor but also a true recognition of Thailand’s creativity on the world stage.” Umaree said
Umaree’s appointment as a jury member for World Expolympics 2025 is not only a testament to her personal achievements but also a proud milestone for Thailand’s creative industry, highlighting its growing presence and recognition on the international stage.
The World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, themed “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”, runs until October 13, 2025, Osaka Japan and is expected to attract more than 28 million visitors from around the world.
