Eurocham Team

Martin BRISSON

Executive Director

After almost 4 years as Executive director of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Cambodia (CCIFC), Martin Brisson joined EuroCham Cambodia as Deputy Executive Director in December 2022.

From 2015 to 2017, Martin worked as an economic and commercial attaché (VIA) at the French Embassy in Cambodia, in connection with Business France Vietnam. As the only representative of Business France in Cambodia, he successfully accompanied more than thirty companies (SMEs and multinationals) on the Cambodian market with prospecting and market research missions.

Still at the Embassy, where he was also in charge of macroeconomic and sectoral studies for the French Treasury, Martin had the opportunity to produce numerous notes covering a variety of subjects: microfinance, energy, construction, food security, automotive...

Martin holds a bachelor's degree in International Business from Neoma Business School, France, and a master's degree in Marketing and Communication from Toulouse Business School, France.

Stew POST

Senior Communications Officer and Market Analyst

Stew Post manages outreach, communications, and digital strategies for the chamber as well supporting the services team in market research, analysis and business development.

He joined EuroCham Cambodia in 2024 after cutting his teeth in the nation’s media industry reporting for the Southeast Asia Globe and serving as a project editor for Brains Communication. During his time with the firms, he interviewed key stakeholders in the Cambodian government as well leaders from the private sector and civil society organisations, gaining important insights into the Kingdom’s business and governance landscapes. 

Raised in Bellingham, Washington in the United States, he attended Western Washington University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Cultural Anthropology.

Léa GALERNE

Membership Officer

Léa recently joined Eurocham in the role of Membership Officer. Her career journey includes two significant work experiences, one within an NGO in South Africa and the other at the European Chamber of Commerce in Singapore.

Léa's holds a master’s degree in international business and Strategy with a specialization in the Asia Pacific region. She further enriched her global perspective through a 6-month exchange program at IIMK in India.

Zandre VAN STRATEN

Services Coordinator

Zandre is the Services Coordinator and has lived and worked in Southeast Asia for the majority his career - with learning and working experience in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Thailand, Vietnam, and now Cambodia. 

As a research and communications professional, he has ample experience with manufacturing federations, solar power projects, sustainable development, disasters and climate change, and UN agencies in the region. He has also co-published articles on ASEAN's economic integration and Covid-19 resilience with regional media outlets.       

He earned his bachelor's in International Business at James Cook University in Singapore in 2014, honour's in Communications Management from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, and his master's degree in International Relations from Webster University in Bangkok, Thailand.   

Joachim DAUTAIS

Advocacy Coordinator

Joachim has been in charge of the Advocacy department within EuroCham Cambodia since January 2023, following a successful first 6-month tenure within the Chamber. His core mission is to coordinate the public-private dialogue between the members of EuroCham and the Royal Government of Cambodia to develop a more business-friendly legal framework. To fulfil this mission, Joachim coordinates the actions of the 12 Advocacy committees of EuroCham. These initiatives include organising events, consultations, and most importantly, the release of the White Book and the Advocacy Compass - an online and interactive version of the White Book to follow up live on all the advocacy progress made by the chamber.

He holds a Master's Degree in International Law from the University of Lille (France), specialising in European Union Law, completed with a thesis on "Challenges and Opportunities of the Future European Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence in the Cambodian Garment, Footwear, and Travel Goods Industry." He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Law and Political Sciences from the Catholic Institute of Lille (France).

Joachim originates from the Pays de la Loire, France, and La Réunion. He can speak French, Réunion Créole, English, and German, and is in the process of learning the Khmer language.

Mey Ching CHAN

Advocacy Officer

Dani RENFREW

Event & Partnership Coordinator

Dani Renfrew moved to Cambodia in 2016 in search of career development opportunities after completing her MSc in Economic Development and has since held positions at Future Forum and Globe Media Asia.

Over the past six years, Dani has been developing a vast skill set in project management roles and has honed skills in communication and event management, planning and executing events such as book launches, networking events, film festivals, music festivals, and more.

"After six years, Cambodia has become my home away from home. I am excited to see what this new chapter brings!" 

Dinuttama CHHAY

Senior Events Officer

Samuel SCHLEIPMAN

Responsible Business Hub Coordinator

Sam Schleipman is excited to be joining the EuroCham team as the new Responsible Business Hub (RBH) Coordinator. As an international development professional, Sam appreciates the critical initiatives of the RBH to make Cambodia’s key industries more environmentally friendly and socially conscious. These goals are a win-win; Cambodia’s natural and human resources will be protected while making the country more appealing to international buyers and investors. 

Sam is looking forward to working with stakeholders across Cambodia as the next phase of his diverse career in the realm of development. He has lived in Phnom Penh since 2020 and has served as a Business Development and Partnership Manager for International NGOs focusing on the Asia region. Prior to coming to Cambodia, he lived and worked across sub-Saharan Africa as a development program manager in the realms of livelihoods, environmental protection, education, water, and agriculture.

Massimiliano TROPEANO

Sustainability and Garment Expert

Massimiliano Tropeano moved to India 20 years ago, successfully heading 3 buying offices for major Italian brands with responsibilities in buying, sourcing, production, quality, merchandising, CSR, etc.  passing through hard goods and children care items, including sourcing in markets like Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Moved to Cambodia in 2016 with a major German retail chain, Massimiliano recently joined the EUROCHAM as integrated Expert of GIZ Fabric Project, where he is trying to bridge the gap between private enterprises and development world, bringing them together to a further level of cooperation and sustainability.

Sivheng HOENG

Responsible Business Hub Officer

Sivheng has three years of experience working at the International Business Chamber of Cambodia (IBC) as a Relationship Officer and Project Coordinator for the Education Working Group Committee, where she interacted frequently with both internal and external stakeholders. 

Recently, she joined Eurocham as a Junior Responsible Business Hub Officer (RBH). Her role is to enhance the private sector's capacity to comprehend and get ready for new sustainability requirements and new Human Rights & Environmental Due Diligence (HREDD) laws. In addition to aiding the Eurocham and RBH teams with services and administrative chores, she will oversee the planning of events, webinars, and seminars. 

 "I am confident that joining the RBH project will provide me the chance to gain invaluable knowledge to understand sustainability and responsible business practices in Cambodia". 

Chenda CHHUM

Senior Accountant, and Finance, Admin and Logistic Coordinator

Noeurn Sreynoch TENG

Accountant

Yumi THY

Junior Finance Officer

Siev An KHIEM

Junior Admin Officer

Sok Im LIM

Senior Graphic Designer

Myrte Elise SCHRAGE

National Chapter Officer

Myrte is excited to be joining the EuroCham team as the new National Chapter Officer. With a solid background in the public sector, she most recently worked for the Netherlands Consulate General in Atlanta, GA, USA, and previously for the Government of Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Myrte moved to Cambodia in the summer of 2023 and is eager to contribute to the growth of the national chapters: German Business Cambodia (GBC), NordCham, and Benelux. In her role, she supports their activities, including membership, communication, and events.

Panhaboth PHAT

Junior Market Research Analyst

Mikavaty SALY

Market Research Intern

Vannrithy VAN

Junior Training Academy Officer

Sascha RIETHMACHER

Market Research Intern

Thavy BUN

Office Assistant