OUR TEAM

SFP is established and managed by a group of track record investment professionals and entrepreneurs in Cambodia that shares the same vision in contributing to the sustainable development of the local economy.

OUR CORE TEAM

Sarak Duong

Founder and Managing Partner

Mr. Sarak has 25-years working experience in private sector development, including 15 years experience with International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group. Sarak was appointed as Cambodia’s Country Head of IFC from 2014 until 2019, and a regional advisory lead for Agribusiness for the Mekong Region until 2022. Sarak is also currently serving as an Independent Board Director at BSF Finance, FWD Life Insurance, and a Rating Committee Member at Rating Agency of Cambodia (RAC), and Country Advisor for some local and international firms in Cambodia and in the region.

Fiona Whyte

Associate Partner/Senior Banking Sector Specialist

Fiona Whyte is a senior governance, regulatory, and business advisory professional with 25+ years of experience across financial services, public sector regulation, international development, and sustainable finance, and has served on boards in both New Zealand and Cambodia since 2013.

Based in New Zealand, Fiona works with businesses, financial institutions, boards, and development organisations to strengthen governance, improve strategic decision-making, and support sustainable and inclusive growth. Her experience spans commercial banking, regulatory engagement, climate risk, sustainability related investment, stakeholder management, and organisational capability building.  

Fiona currently serves as an independent board member and Chairs the Audit Committee for a Cambodian commercial bank. Her advisory approach combines strong governance discipline with practical commercial insight, helping organisations navigate complex regulatory environments, strengthen operational and financial performances.

Tilen kheng

Chief Corporate Finance Officer  

Mr. Tilen has 20+ years experience in financial sectors at Commercial Banks, Microfinance Deposit-Taking Institutions (MDI), and Financial Leasing Industries and served as General Manager, Vice President, Chief Business Development Officer, and Head Departments. He was a Board Member of Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA) and Chairman of Financial Leasing Club. He holds Master in Management from Burapha University, recognized as Chartered Banker by Experience by the UK’s Chartered Banker Institute, and completed Organizational Leadership program from Harvard Business School.

Puthineat Seu

Senior Financial Analyst

Ms. Puthineat has 5-years working experience in financial analysis and financial modeling, including the last nearly three years experience with KPMG Cambodia, Co. Ltd. as a Senior Auditor. Puthineat holds dual degrees in Accounting & Finance, and International Economics, and is currently pursuing MA in Financial Analysis at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), Australia.

Sophavystephanie Chan

Investment Analyst

Ms. Stephanie began her career as an external auditor at Grant Thornton (Cambodia) Limited and Fii & Associates Co., Ltd. She spent over two years auditing companies across various industries, gaining in-depth exposure to diverse business models and sharpening her ability to evaluate financial health and risk. Holding a degree in Accounting and Finance with CAT certification, she channels her expertise to deliver well-informed financial insights and support investment projects.

Monikachhna Huot 

Investment Analyst
Ms. Kachhna is an Investment Analyst at SME Frontier Partners, promoted for her exceptional performance in investment and financial analysis. She has worked directly and indirectly with over 10 pipelines and clients across sectors like technology, healthcare, education, entertainment, and agro-processing, delivering detailed financial models, breakeven analyses, and sustainable business plans. Ms. Kachhna holds a degree in Accounting and Finance with a CAT qualification.

Chanmonyroth Lao

Accountant & Board Secretary
Ms. Monyroth joined SME Frontier Partners in 2023 after graduating from the University of Economics and Finance with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance. She is responsible for financial reporting, bookkeeping, and compliance matters. In addition, she serves as Board Secretary, coordinating board meetings and maintaining official records. With her strong background in finance and governance, she contributes to the firm’s operational efficiency and growth.
Our Associate Partners

Viryak Sem

Senior Industry Specialist (Food Safety & Value Chain Development)

Jason Shin

Senior Industry Specialist (M&A and Equity Structuring)

Lundi Keo

Senior Industry Specialist (Health, Education, and retail sector)

Sereivathana Pak

Senior Industry Specialist (Financial and Banking Sector)