Our Financial Education Journey
From a small team passionate about financial literacy to Thailand's leading budgeting education platform – discover how we've grown alongside our community of learners.
The Beginning: A Simple Idea
What started as weekend workshops in a small community center has evolved into something much bigger. Back then, we noticed too many people struggling with basic money management – not because they didn't earn enough, but because no one had taught them how to handle what they had.
- First budgeting workshop with 12 attendees
- Created our signature "30-Day Budget Challenge"
- Established core teaching methodology
- Formed partnerships with local community centers
Digital Transformation & Growth
The pandemic pushed us online, and honestly, it was the best thing that could have happened. We discovered we could reach people across Thailand who needed these skills but couldn't access traditional financial education. Our online platform launched with interactive tools and personalized learning paths.
- Launched comprehensive online learning platform
- Developed mobile-friendly budgeting tools
- Reached over 5,000 students nationwide
- Introduced personalized financial coaching sessions
Looking Forward: Expanding Horizons
Today, we're not just teaching budgeting – we're building a comprehensive financial literacy ecosystem. Our upcoming programs will cover everything from emergency fund planning to long-term financial goal setting, all while maintaining our hands-on, practical approach that actually works in real life.
- Launching advanced financial planning courses in August 2025
- Developing AI-powered budget tracking tools
- Expanding to include family financial planning
- Creating specialized programs for young professionals
Why We Do What We Do
Financial stress affects every aspect of life – relationships, career choices, even health. We've seen firsthand how learning to manage money properly can completely transform someone's confidence and opportunities.
Our approach isn't about complex investment strategies or get-rich-quick schemes. We focus on the fundamentals that actually matter: understanding where your money goes, planning for both expected and unexpected expenses, and building sustainable habits that stick.
Siriporn Nakamura
Co-founder & Lead Educator
Former bank financial advisor who got tired of selling products people didn't need. Siriporn developed our core curriculum and believes that everyone deserves access to practical financial education, regardless of their current income level.
Maya Chen
Platform Developer & UX Specialist
Tech background meets financial education passion. Maya ensures our digital tools are actually usable by real people, not just tech-savvy users. She's constantly testing and improving our platform based on user feedback.
What's Next for ConnectDesktopPlus
We're working on something exciting – a comprehensive learning program that launches in September 2025. It will combine our proven budgeting methods with advanced financial planning concepts, all delivered through interactive workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions.
The program isn't about promising overnight changes or unrealistic financial goals. Instead, we're focusing on sustainable, practical skills that work for people with regular jobs and real-world constraints.
- Make financial education accessible to working professionals across Thailand
- Develop tools that actually fit into busy lifestyles
- Create a supportive community where people can learn from each other's experiences
- Expand our reach while maintaining the personal touch that makes our approach effective