Key skills and expertise

With 15 years of experience, the expert is skilled in agriculture economics, agribusiness, and supply chain management. They have led projects with international donors like IFAD, AIIB, and ADB, focusing on market development, climate resilience, and food security. As a Founder of Azaylla, they raised USD 2 million in impact capital. Key roles include Chairperson of the Supply Chain Working Group and Director at Accelerinno Tech Co Ltd. They have successfully implemented strategies for improving supply chains, enhancing market access, and fostering private sector collaboration in Cambodia and beyond.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience with international donors, the expert has collaborated with IFAD, AIIB, ADB, USAID, and the European Union. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in agriculture, climate resilience, and sustainable energy. They have worked on national and regional projects in Cambodia, focusing on enhancing food security, improving agricultural value chains, and promoting climate-adaptive practices. Their roles have spanned various thematic areas, including market development and infrastructure enhancement, contributing significantly to international development cooperation efforts.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors including food security, social development, trade, ICT, SME and private sector development, program and resource management, and agriculture. They have held leadership roles such as Founder, Director, and Chairperson, focusing on supply chain management, market development, and policy advocacy. Their interdisciplinary expertise spans digitalization in agriculture and infrastructure development in rural settings. The expert's work has primarily been in Cambodia, with additional experience in India and Malaysia, contributing to both regional and country-specific projects. They have significant geographic experience in these countries, with deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in agriculture and supply chain development.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and has used this language extensively in professional settings, including in-country work in Cambodia, India, and Malaysia, as well as in multilingual teams for international projects. Additionally, the expert has basic proficiency in Khmer and Nepali, enhancing their ability to engage with local communities and stakeholders in diverse cultural contexts. The expert holds a Master of Science in Agriculture Economics from University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia, obtained in 2012, and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Agribusiness from Assam Agricultural University, India, completed in 2009. These academic qualifications provide a strong foundation in agricultural economics and agribusiness, supporting the expert's extensive professional experience in related sectors.