Supachai Tantikom Former Chief Resilience Officer of Bangkok

Dr. Supachai Tantikom is the former Chief Resilience Officer of Bangkok. He developed the first Bangkok Resilient Strategy, which was launched for implementation in February 2016. The Strategy, which offers over 70 initiatives, is composed of three strategic areas, which are: increasing quality of life, reducing risk and increasing adaptation, and driving a strong and competitive economy. Prior to taking the position of Bangkok Chief Resilience Officer, he joined Bangkok Metropolitan Administration as advisor to the governor for over 6 years. He was assigned to take responsibility and oversee the infrastructure developments, climate change, sustainability development and green growth. The position gave  him the opportunity to take part as a speaker in various meetings and conferences in the world.

Dr. Supachai got his PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Alabama. He is a professional and experienced civil engineer with ability in design and project management by practicing in structural, foundation, and civil engineering design and project management in private sectors for over 25 years.

He believes that with his background and all the experiences he gained from all his work he can develop Bangkok to be a livable and moreresilient city. To do so, he decided to race for Bangkok’s office. He was one of the candidates for Bangkok governor in the recent Bangkok governor election in May 2022.