Kyaw Thu, the Patron of MRBEA, transitioned from the Ministry of Transport & Communication to private business in 1989, focusing on rattan exports. He founded Classic Home Co., Ltd. in 2005, a thriving family business exporting rattan and bamboo furniture. Kyaw Thu co-founded MRBEA in 2014, elevating it to national recognition in 2015. He also initiated the Myanmar International Furniture Expo (MIFE) in 2015, a prominent industry platform. Additionally, as a co-founder of GREEN MOVE Co., Ltd., Kyaw Thu manages over 150 acres of bamboo farms in Yangon and the Pego region. Kyaw Thu’s leadership and commitment have been the driving force in propelling the rattan and bamboo industry in Myanmar, shaping its trajectory towards sustainability and growth.

Mr. Nay Htun Min served as Chairman of the Myanmar Rattan and Bamboo Entrepreneurs Association from 2018 to 2022, significantly contributing to its growth. During his leadership, he formalized collaborations by signing a Letter of Agreement with the Department of Research and Innovation and a Memorandum of Understanding with Asia Crafts Link for cooperative project implementation. Throughout his leadership, he demonstrated dedication and commitment to fostering growth and development within the Association, spearheading initiatives that led to of rattan and bamboo industries in Myanmar. He provided guidance and participated in organizing the Myanmar International Furniture Expo ( MIFE ) events to help raise funds for the MRBEA association. Additionally, he took the lead in the establishment of the Rattan and Bamboo Training School under the Myanmar Rattan and Bamboo Entrepreneurs Association, with the aim of promoting the development of rattan and bamboo crafts in Myanmar. Rattan and Bamboo basic craft courses were also held in cooperation with relevant organizations. He fulfilled the tasks to be carried out to develop the team.