Khon Kaen University successfully hosted the “DE OUTBOX: Digital Entrepreneur Showcase – The Concept to Concrete 2025” event, aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurial skills among students to prepare them for the challenges of the digital business era. The event concluded on April 1, 2025, at Central Khon Kaen shopping mall, with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, President of KKU, presiding over the closing ceremony and presenting awards to the winning teams.
Dr. Charnchai praised the creativity and ingenuity of the participating students, emphasizing that their projects reflect the university’s mission to produce graduates equipped to navigate the rapidly evolving digital business landscape. “The innovative ideas presented here demonstrate the students’ ability to transform classroom knowledge into tangible outcomes, showcasing their readiness to become future leaders in digital entrepreneurship,” he remarked.
The event featured 16 student business teams competing in three categories: Cosmetics, Platform & Services, and Food & Goods. Winners received cash prizes and opportunities to collaborate with business partners and funding sources, with total prizes exceeding 30,000 baht.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Pongsutti Phuensane, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration and Accountancy, highlighted the event’s broader impact, stating, “This platform not only allows students to showcase their potential but also facilitates networking with industry professionals, providing invaluable insights and experiences that will drive sustainable growth in innovation businesses.”
The two-day event, held from March 31 to April 1, 2025, was a collaborative effort involving six faculties. It featured key activities such as the DE Outbox Pitching competition, where students presented their business ideas to a panel of experts and investors, and the DE Outbox Exhibition, which showcased over 20 innovative projects, including online platforms, cosmetics, and food products tailored to modern consumer needs. Additional activities, such as talk sessions and live folk music performances, attracted over 500 attendees.
The event underscored KKU’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial talent and fostering innovation, paving the way for future collaborations between students, industry experts, and investors.
Innovation Business Competition Results
Revenue Rocket Award: Team Kiipu
Members:
Ms. Chayada Srilawong
Mr. Anecha Mesa
Mr. Nakarin Ngamprom
Mr. Wachirawit Kongkaew
Trailblazer Award: Team bur
Members:
Ms. Kanisorn Woranetsudathip
Ms. Patcharin Chaleethaisong
Ms. Kulpariya Ketkam
Ms. Jarinyalak Onkam
Ms. Pawichaya Chuenchomkit
Rising Star Award: Team Gaiety
Members:
Ms. Atitaya Sopa
Ms. Supalak Chailert
Ms. Rawipa Wansa
Ms. Suchada Jaimun
Mr. Burapa Toso
Pitch Mastery Award: Team synlor
Members:
Ms. Arisa Laowongsri
Ms. Yuwatida Bunsri
Ms. Wannipa Warahon
