One of Thailand’s most knowledgeable and experienced hoteliers, Eric Hallin, has been presented with the Malai Sakolviphak Award by the President of Skål International Bangkok, Dale Lawrence.
The award is presented annually in memory of Malai Sakolviphak, a well-known and highly respected tourism industry figure in Thailand. He passed away in 2011 after many years of distinguished service to Skål – the world’s largest travel and tourism industry networking organisation – at city, national and international level.
At the presentation to Eric Hallin, general manager of the Rembrandt Hotel in Bangkok, Skål International Bangkok President Dale Lawrence said that Hallin has showed tremendous support and commitment to Skål for many years.
Skål International Bangkok President Dale Lawrence (left) presents the prestigious Malai Sakolviphak Award to Eric Hallin.
“Our organisation continues to thrive because of the selfless, enthusiastic support by Skål members such as Eric Hallin,” said Dale Lawrence. “Eric has served Skål in Thailand and the tourism industry with distinction for more than 20 years and it was with considerable pleasure that I nominated him for this very special award.” The Award was presented during the recent Skål Bangkok monthly networking luncheon held at Aloft hotel, Bangkok.
Commenting on the award Andrew J Wood, National President of Skål International Thailand said, “In our annual award we remember Khun Malai and pay tribute to the ‘father’ of Skål in Thailand. We miss his sage advice and his knowledge of all things Skål. In 1993, August I believe, I first joined Skål Intl and became a member of the Bangkok club, at the behest of Khun Malai.
“Skålleague Eric Hallin is a worthy recipient of the Malai Sakolviphak Award this year. A gracious and fine hotelier, Eric has been a staunch supporter of Skål throughout his illustrious career,” said President Andrew.
Skål International Bangkok is part of the global Skål organisation, formed in 1934, that has some 18,000 members in 85 nations and regions. In addition to providing platforms for discussion, debate and networking opportunities Skål International Bangkok also promotes the work of NGOs (including ECPAT International and World Vision’s Project Childhood Prevention Pillar) fighting against child exploitation in the region.
