Staporn Kavitanon passes away
Famous technocrat Staporn Kavitanon passed away today after 6 days of hospitalisation, at the age of 72.
He was the most remembered secretary-general of the Board of Investment, holding the position for 10 years (1991-2001) and playing an influential role in reviving the government agency. Under his guidance, the agency was turned to a one-stop service centre and a true investment-promoting agency.
Politically, he served several governments as a deputy government spokesman, secretary to the prime minister, advisor to the prime minister.
After his retirement, he joined Bangkok Bank as vice chairman. He was also chairman of Bangkok Bank Bhd. He had extensive experience in the management of companies with directorship and membership of committees at various companies, such as Amata Corporation Plc and Kanyong Electric Plc.
The bathing rite will take place on Feb 3 at 4pm, at Wat Saket. Religious ceremony is scheduled during Feb 4-9. Special request: no wreaths. Donations are welcomed, for the Thammasat Hospital Foundation.
