Key skills and expertise

Bringing over forty years of experience in consulting and ICT industries, the expert is a senior international strategy, management, and information systems specialist. Key skills include digital transformation, digital infrastructure, and smart city program strategy. The expert has extensive experience in national and regional digital initiatives, advising governments and enterprises in emerging economies. Career highlights include leadership positions in digital governance and transformation projects with significant accomplishments in aligning business and technology strategies for Southeast Asia markets. Responsibilities have included providing advisory services to high-level government offices and multinational corporations.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and USAID. Involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in governance, infrastructure, and financial management. Worked on national and regional projects across various countries, including Vietnam, Thailand, Brunei, and Mali. Contributions have supported digital governance, e-government initiatives, and strategic financial management systems.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including urban development, public administration, ICT, program and resource management, and transport. Previously held roles have included leadership positions and strategic advisory services in digital transformation, smart city programs, and national financial systems. Cross-cutting expertise includes aligning business and technology strategies, with a focus on digital infrastructure and governance. The geographic scope of work spans regional and country-specific projects, particularly in Southeast Asia, contributing to both public and private sector initiatives. The expert has extensive geographic experience across Asia, Africa, and Latin America, with significant work in countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. This experience has provided a comprehensive understanding of cultural dynamics and governance challenges in these regions.

Languages and education

With a background in language competences, the expert is fluent in English and French, with basic proficiency in Vietnamese and Thai. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work across multiple regions and collaboration with multilingual teams. The educational background includes a Master's degree in Technology of Management from The American University, USA, and a Bachelor's degree in International Studies from George Mason University, USA.