Key skills and expertise

With 13 years of experience in education, training, and public sector governance, the expert has demonstrated strong skills in policy analysis, research, and capacity building. Career highlights include expanding a branch from 1 to 300 partners and managing training programs for 25 new associates monthly. Leadership roles have included founding International Youth for a Better World and serving as Vice President of Phi Theta Kappa. The expert has contributed to international trade policy research and presented findings to state leadership.

Project experience and donor exposure

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across sectors including education, public sector governance, and commerce. Responsibilities have included policy analysis and research in the U.S., focusing on economic and education policies. In Cambodia, previously held roles such as branch vice-manager, overseeing business expansion and training programs. This cross-sector experience is complemented by leadership in international youth initiatives, showcasing interdisciplinary knowledge in governance and capacity building. The expert has extensive geographic experience in the United States, particularly in Rhode Island and Virginia, focusing on policy analysis and public sector governance. Additionally, significant experience in Cambodia includes expanding business operations and engaging in regional development initiatives. This diverse geographic exposure has provided a strong understanding of both American and Cambodian cultural and governance dynamics.

Languages and education

Bringing native proficiency in Cambodian/Khmer and fluency in English, the expert demonstrates strong communication skills in both languages. English proficiency is evidenced by academic and professional engagements in the United States, including policy analysis and research roles. Additionally, translation experience between Cambodian and English for educational contexts highlights capability in multilingual environments. The expert holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Philosophy, Policy and Law from the University of Virginia, USA, completed in May 2019. Additionally, an Associate of General Studies with a concentration in Business was obtained from the Community College of Rhode Island, USA, in May 2017. The academic focus included areas such as antitrust policy, commercial law, political economy, economics of public policy, marketing, and financial accounting.