Wisanu Subsompon

Wisanu Subsompon is a Thai academic and politician, currently serving as a Deputy Governor of Bangkok. Prior to his appointment, Wisanu was Vice President for Property and Physical Management a Chulalongkorn University and an associate professor of civil engineering.

Early life and education

Wisanu received a bachelors of engineering from Chulalongkorn University, and an MS and Ph.D in civil engineering from Carnegie Mellon University.

Career

Wisanu is charged with Bangkok Metropolitan Administration infrastructure, water drainage and traffic. He has helped to coordinate emergency preparation and response to flooding in Bangkok, including from Typhoon Noru.