The Cambodian Institute of Directors (Cam-IoD) has officially launched its first-ever Council on Planning and Oversight, a key milestone in its mission to elevate corporate governance and board leadership across the Kingdom.
Announced on May 22 during a member gathering at Rosewood Phnom Penh, the Council is composed of 12 prominent figures from Cambodia’s business and professional community, each bringing a depth of expertise in governance, finance, strategic development, and risk management. The new leadership group is expected to provide strategic guidance and ensure long-term accountability as Cam-IoD evolves toward becoming a standalone national institution.
Council Members Include Industry Leaders
The inaugural Council includes:
- Trevor Sworn, Executive Director, Enduring-Consultancy
- Daniel Simon, General Manager, Rosewood Phnom Penh
- Currie Lee, Senior Associate and Head of Korea Desk, BUN & Associates
- Matthew Rendall, Managing Partner, Sok Siphana & Associates
- Subhadeep Chowdhury, Founder & Director, Profitence (Cambodia) Co., Ltd.
- Kevin Lam, Chairman, Key Real Estate Co., Ltd.
- Tommy Boukhris, Senior Consultant, Devenco Development
- Torsten Kleine Buening, Chief Risk Officer, ABA Bank
- Andrea Godfrey, Partner, Tax and Corporate Services, KPMG Cambodia Ltd.
- Teong Hoon Ong, Shareholder Representative, Phillip Capital Group Cambodia
- Ashley Irving, Principal, IDP Cambodia
- Hugh Darwell, Managing Director, Acclime
This group will support Cam-IoD’s strategic planning, enhance institutional oversight, and contribute to program development, particularly in its core focus areas such as director training and governance advisory.
Strengthening Cambodia’s Governance Framework
Established by the International Business Chamber (IBC), Cam-IoD has quickly positioned itself as a hub for professional development for board directors. Its flagship Certified Directors Course has drawn increasing interest from executives and board members seeking internationally recognized governance credentials.
The creation of the Council marks a crucial step toward Cam-IoD’s goal of becoming a fully independent and nationally recognized institution. The body will guide the Institute’s growth while maintaining alignment with its founding mission to build a strong foundation of ethical, transparent, and effective leadership in Cambodia’s corporate sector.
Founding Sponsors and Continued Development
Phillip Capital Group and Acclime have been instrumental in supporting Cam-IoD’s early development, serving as Founding Sponsors. Their contribution reflects a shared commitment to advancing corporate governance practices and promoting business integrity in Cambodia.
As part of its next phase of development, Cam-IoD is prioritizing meaningful engagement with both public and private sector stakeholders. The Council is expected to lead efforts to further professionalize board practices and create an environment conducive to sustainable business growth and investor confidence.
Interested candidates can visit cambodian-iod.com or contact Ms. Ginny Wolfe, Head of Program, at manager@cambodian-iod.com or +855 23 964 455.
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Cam-IoD was founded with support from the IBC and now operates as Cambodia’s primary body focused on director education, policy advocacy, and governance reform.
