Dr. Veeranut Rojanaprapa (Dr.Mai)
Regenerative Economy • Systems Leadership • Sustainability • Inner Development • Strategic Foresight
Dr. Veeranut Rojanaprapa, also known as Dr. Mai, specializes in regenerative economy, systems thinking, mindful leadership, sustainability, inner development and strategic foresight. Based in Thailand and working internationally, he is a thought leader, author, speaker, researcher and strategic advisor helping leaders and organizations navigate systemic transformation and build regenerative, sustainable futures.
His work integrates Buddhist philosophy and human development with systems thinking, business innovation and future strategy, exploring how inner transformation can shape leadership, organizations, economies and society.
About Dr. Mai
Dr. Veeranut Rojanaprapa, widely known as Dr. Mai, is a Thailand-based thought leader, author, speaker, researcher and strategic advisor whose work focuses on regenerative economy, systems thinking, sustainability, mindful leadership, inner development and strategic foresight.
His work connects human development with organizational transformation, business innovation and systemic change. Drawing on Buddhist philosophy, social sciences and emerging technologies, he explores how leaders and organizations can respond to complexity while creating more regenerative, sustainable and human-centered futures.
Dr. Mai has also contributed to initiatives in mental health development, social innovation and experiential learning, translating complex ideas into practical frameworks and meaningful learning experiences for individuals, organizations and society.
A lifelong global learner, he has travelled to more than 90 countries and territories, studying diverse cultures, societies, philosophies, technologies and approaches to development. These experiences inform a multidisciplinary perspective that integrates political science, social policy, technology, philosophy, religion, sustainability, organizational transformation and human development.
Across his research, writing, speaking and advisory work, Dr. Mai examines a central question: how can transformation within individuals and leaders contribute to meaningful transformation in organizations, economies and society?
Global Impact & Recognition
90+ countries and territories explored; 100+ organizations and institutions; 100+ global media features; media coverage in 40+ countries; 10+ books published; and more than 1,000 articles written.
Professional Credentials
Dr. Mai's multidisciplinary professional profile spans leadership, sustainability, innovation, human development, technology, social impact and strategic transformation.
Education Background
Ph.D in Political Science; Ph.D in Philosophy and Religion; Master's Degree in Social Policy and Development; Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering.
Pioneering Work & Leadership
Founder and Director of the SustaInnovation Leadership Program and SustaInnovation in Action Program; Founder of IDGs Bangkok Community Hub; author of Buddhist IDGs; creator of pioneering awareness, media, learning and social innovation initiatives.
Ideas Into Impact
Dr. Mai's initiatives include Baan Aree Foundation, Baan Pun Rak Association, Kid Mai Death Awareness Café, The Last Prison Escape Room, and จักรวาลนฤมิต Foundation for Society.
Areas of Expertise
Explore Expertise for Leaders Building the Future
Explore Mindfulness & Buddhist Wisdom for Modern Life