Management

Our Professional Advisors

 
Real Estate Advisor
John Shenk
John is the most senior advisor working for Century 21 Lanna. He has lived in Thailand for over 43 years and has held a large number of responsible positions in various companies over the years including the position of President in a major Thai public listed company.  John has been a partner in several real estate developments in Chiang Mai. His fields of expertise include construction, oil and gas, and power industries. He has substantial experience in equipment rental, manpower contracting, nondestructive testing, operation and maintenance of utility systems and contracting, and joint venture operations. He has directed the preparation of over 200 major proposals for various types of work throughout Southeast Asia and the Middle East of which, many were successful. John is experienced in and has participated in substantial business activities in Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the USA.

John currently holds positions of Chairman of the Board of Directors for 3 companies, President of 1 company, Managing Director of 2 companies and serves on the Board of Directors of 4 other companies.

 
Real Estate Advisor
Ed Schroeder
 

With over thirty years of multi-disciplined business experience and successful diverse roles in finance, sales, field engineering, strategic management, executive positions and also co-founder and CEO of a software company in the US, Ed is one of Century 21 Lanna leading Senior Advisors here in Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand. Ed has been involved in real estate sales and marketing for 5 years in Chiang Mai. 

Ed is well traveled and is thus able to analyze and help you understand the advantages and risks when dealing with property ownership in Thailand and the various means open to foreigners to acquire property in Thailand.



 
Real Estate Advisor 
Gilles Maguin

A 25 years resident of Thailand, Gilles brings a Swiss touch to Century 21 Lanna. Gilles has successfully participated in various business activities in both Southern and Northern Thailand and can assist you on living and settling in Chiang Mai. Besides Gilles fluency in his native French, Gilles is fluent in German, Italian, and Thai as well.



 
Real Estate Advisor 
Somporn Sonthiporn

Somporn Sonthiporn (Kai) graduated in Norway and was a long term resident of the United Kingdom, Somporn is fluent in English, Norwegian, Danish, and Thai. With a background in the hospitality sector, she is a full service-minded person and will do her utmost to assist you in searching for your dream home. Somporn was working for a UK property developer in Pattaya prior to moving to Chiang Mai.

 
Real Estate Advisor 
Payungsak  Faikao

Payungsak  Faikao (Seum) graduated from Yonok University with a Business English major. He has experience as both a real estate and business broker. With over 3 years of experience in Chiang Mai real estate, Seam provides professional and amiable service. He can help you get things done quickly and professionally. He speaks both Thai and English.

 
Real Estate Advisor 
Pichaya Manich

Pichaya  Manith (Paew) graduated from Rajamangala Institute of Technology in Chiangmai with a Business English degree. Paew has 10 years of sales and marketing experience in the export business and a few years of experience in Chiangmai real estate.  Being a Chiang Mai native, Paew knows many local people in different businesses and organizations, both Thai and foreign.  Call or e-mail Paew, she will be happy to help you buy / sell your property or advise on other Chiang Mai opportunities as well.

 

Real Estate Advisor 
Bobie Kang

 Bobie Kang is a native of South Korea , educated in Korea and the USA.  She has worked in Asia over 20 years specializing in the import & export business in Hong Kong and Korea. She started her career with Cathay Pacific as a flight attendant and previously held a management position with Schroders Securities in a joint venture with Poonpipat Securities in Bangkok. She is fluent in Korean and English and also conversant in Cantonese. She has recently returned to Thailand to settle in Chiang Mai.



Real Estate Advisor 
Steve Gardner

Steve received his Bachelor degree in Philadelphia (USA) and did graduate work in Florida.  He has more than 25 years of business, financial and real estate experience (buying, selling, and owning) at all levels.. He has lived in Chiangmai 5 years and has traveled extensively throughout Southeast Asia. Steve is a lifetime member of the Chiangmai Expats Club as well as a Chiang Mai Tourist Police volunteer. An avid tennis player and marathon runner, Steve looks forward to actively satisfying your needs with professionalism and integrity.