Cambodia Leadership Review
As Compliance Director at Wing Bank, Sreypoch Heng plays a key role in strengthening governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management within one of Cambodia’s leading digital banks. With more than 16 years of experience, she has helped guide organisations through transformation, regulatory change, and continued growth.
Passionate about responsible banking and inclusive leadership, Sreypoch believes strong governance is fundamental to building trust, supporting innovation, and expanding financial access across Cambodia. Through her work, she has championed a culture of integrity while supporting initiatives that empower women entrepreneurs and strengthen communities through greater financial inclusion.
Throughout her career, Sreypoch has witnessed Cambodia’s banking industry evolve into one of the region’s most dynamic financial sectors. In this edition of 50 Khmer Women Voices 2026, Sreypoch reflects on the importance of women’s empowerment, financial inclusion, leadership in a rapidly evolving banking sector, and her advice for the next generation of women leaders.
Women’s Empowerment To Cambodia’s Long-Term Economic and Social Development
CLR: Across Cambodia, women are increasingly becoming key drivers of business, technology, and entrepreneurship. From your perspective, how important is women’s empowerment to Cambodia’s long-term economic and social development?
Sreypoch: From my perspective, women’s empowerment is fundamental to Cambodia’s long-term development, both economically and socially. As more women step into roles across business, finance, and technology, they are not only contributing to growth but also strengthening governance and decision-making within organizations.
At the same time, empowerment goes beyond participation. It is about creating enabling environments where women can lead, influence outcomes, and build sustainable impact. Over time, this contributes to stronger institutions and a more inclusive and resilient economy.
Creating More Opportunities For Women Entrepreneurs and Future Leaders
CLR: Wing Bank has partnered with organisations such as the Cambodia Women Entrepreneurs Association and Cambodian Children’s Fund to support women and communities across Cambodia. Why are partnerships like these important in creating more opportunities for women entrepreneurs and future leaders?
Sreypoch: Partnerships play a critical role in creating more opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
While access to finance is important, many women also need mentorship, skills development, and strong networks to grow their businesses effectively. By working with organizations such as the Cambodia Women Entrepreneurs Association and Cambodian Children’s Fund, we are able to support women more holistically and across different stages of their journey.
I believe these collaborations help bridge gaps from starting a business to scaling it, while also creating space for women to learn, connect, and build confidence. In the long run, this contributes to a stronger pipeline of capable women leaders.
Supporting Women-Owned SMEs and Helping More Women Participate In Cambodia’s Growing Economy
CLR: Digital banking and financial technology are helping expand access to financial services across the country. How important is financial inclusion in supporting women-owned SMEs and helping more women participate in Cambodia’s growing economy?
Sreypoch: Financial inclusion is essential for enabling more women, especially those leading small and growing businesses to participate fully in the economy, and as digital banking expands.
It is steadily reducing access barriers and equipping women with the tools to manage finances confidently, scale their businesses, and contribute more actively to Cambodia’s economic growth.
Leadership and Compliance in Banking
CLR: As Compliance Director at Wing Bank, how do you approach leadership within a banking sector that is becoming increasingly digital, regulated, and fast-moving?
Sreypoch: Leadership in today’s fast-evolving and highly regulated banking environment requires balancing innovation with strong governance, and my approach is to position compliance not just as a control function but as an enabler of sustainable growth by embedding accountability and risk awareness into everyday operations while ensuring frameworks remain practical, adaptable, and aligned with ongoing digital transformation to maintain trust and integrity.
Advice for the Next Generation
CLR: What advice would you give to young Cambodian women who are looking to build careers in banking, compliance, business leadership, or entrepreneurship?
Sreypoch: Young Cambodian women at the beginning of their careers should focus on building strong foundational skills while staying open to different paths and opportunities. Early on, it is important to stay curious, explore various experiences, and be willing to step outside of one’s comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally.
Challenges are part of any journey, but they help build confidence, resilience, and perspective over time. With consistency, discipline, and a positive mindset, there are many opportunities to develop into leadership roles and contribute meaningfully to Cambodia’s future.
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