KB PRASAC BANK - Key Persons
Dr. Choi is currently serving as a Visiting Professor teaching finance and investment theory to students at Dongguk University in Seoul, Korea. He also served as a Visiting Professor at Inha University and Aoju University in Korea from 2017 to 2021 and the National University of Management in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from 2015 to 2017.
Dr. Choi served from 2015 to 2017 as an Advisor and TA at the National Bank of Cambodia in Phnom Penh. He served in the Bank of Korea, which is Korea's central bank, for more than 30 years. While working at Bank of Korea, his career was centered on FX reserves management, including planning, risk management, trading, portfolio management, settlement and even IT projects. Between 2009 and 2012, he was the Chief Investment Officer at Bank of Korea in New York and managed USD 45 billion, part of Korea's national FX reserves, investing in fixed-income securities such as Treasuries, Agencies, Supra-nationals, Sovereigns, Corporates and MBS denominated in USD and CAD.
Dr. Choi holds an M.B.A. focusing on international finance from Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA, USA and Ph.D. in finance from Dongguk University in Seoul, Korea.
Job Titles:
- Independent Director
- Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Studies
Mr. Chan Sophal is currently Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Studies (CPS), a Cambodian think tank providing research and consulting services in the areas of economic development, mainly in agriculture, land and labor issues.
For a progressive career over the past 28 years, he has been researcher and manager in various institutions including World Bank, Leopard Capital, USAID funded project called HARVEST, World Food Programme, Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI), and Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
Mr. Sophal received an MSc in Agricultural Economics from the University of London, Imperial College at Wye, UK, after he completed Bachelor courses in Agribusiness from University Queensland, Gatton College, Australia and Diploma in Hydrology from National Institute of Agriculture Prek Leap.
Job Titles:
- Chief Human Resources Officer
- EVP
Mr. HOEUN Honey holds a Master's degree of Public Administration and a Bachelor's degree in General Management. He has attended several professional development training courses in human resources in both local and oversea.
He has more than 20 years' experience in human resources development. He started working for PRASAC as a Credit Officer Trainer and Supervisor from 1996 to 1998. In 2008, he has rejoined PRASAC as a Senior Branch Support Officer; and he was promoted to the position of Personnel Unit Manager in 2009; to Vice President and Manager of Personnel Department in 2011.
Job Titles:
- Deputy Chief Executive Officer
- Director
- EVP
Mr. Hyeun Jong KIM holds MBA in Finance from Sogang University and Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Jeonbuk National University. He is a professional banker with over 30 years of experience and is known as an expert in sales management.
After joining KB Kookmin Bank in 1991, he has been promoted to the various management positions. In 2020, he was in charge of the entire overseas business operations of KB Kookmin Bank based on his successful performance in individual/corporate banking business management and overseas business in Vietnam. He continued showing his leadership in KB Kookmin Bank Cambodia in 2021 as a Chief Executive Officer until he joined PRASAC MFI Plc. In 2022.
Job Titles:
- Independent Director
- Independent Director of the Board of Directors
Mr. Jaehong PAK is an Independent Director of the Board of Directors of KB PRASAC Bank Plc. He is working as an auditor and senior consultant at a Korean accounting firm in Cambodia. He will be sharing his expertise in auditing and consulting with his knowledge and experiences gained from working with a variety of industries.
He studied in the USA from the early years getting secondary education in Western New York State region and tertiary education there in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York State capital region. He has MBA degree from Charles Sturt University, New South Wales, Australia.
He has been living in Cambodia for more than 13 years, with his experience and understanding of Cambodia will work for the better of KB PRASAC Bank
Job Titles:
- Chief Risk Officer
- EVP
- the Financial Risk Manager
Mr. Ju Hwan YI is the Financial Risk Manager certified by the Global Association of Risk Professionals and holds a Bachelor's degree in English. He has attended several training courses related to overall risk management activities on credit, interest rate, liquidity and operational risk, as well as BASEL standards and financial crisis management.
He has held various roles in the risk management department of Kookmin Bank and KB Financial Group Inc. for more than 10 years and has accumulated various experience in risk management for bank and non-banking affiliates, contributing greatly to establishing KB's risk management system as it is today. He joined PRASAC in 2020 and currently holds the position of EVP & Chief Risk officer of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.
Job Titles:
- Chairman
- Che Is a Chairman of the Board of Directors
Mr. Kang Nam Che is a Chairman of the Board of Directors of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.
Mr. Kang completed B.S. Degree courses in Business Administration from the University of Southern California, United States. He has amassed an impressive career within the banking industry, marked by significant leadership roles and a strategic vision.
Beginning his career at KB Kookmin Bank, Mr. Kang served as the Deputy General Manager of the New York Branch from 2007 to 2012, where he honed his skills in International Finances and Operational Management. He then was promoted to the position of Team Head of the Treasury Department from 2012 to 2016, demonstrating keen expertise in financial strategy and risk management. Following this, he was appointed the Head of Global Growth Support Division from 2022 to 2023, where he strategically supported the bank's international operations and growth initiatives.
He is currently a Senior Executive Vice President and Head of the Global Business Group, where he now oversees the bank's global strategy and business development, aiming to strengthen KB Kookmin Bank's position in the competitive International Banking.
Job Titles:
- Chief Operations Officer
- EVP
Mr. KONG Sean holds a Master's degree in Business Administration specializing in Management and also holds a Bachelor's degree in Management. Since 2001, he has attended several training courses related to microfinance and banking operations and management in both local and abroad.
He used to work as Head of Financial Institution Department at a commercial bank until early 2001. Then he joined PRASAC as Vice President and Manager of Product Development Department. In mid-2012, he has been assigned as Vice President and Manager of Treasury Department.
He currently holds the position as EVP & Chief Operations Officer of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.
Job Titles:
- Independent Director
- Independent Director of the Board of Directors
Mr. Kyung Cheon LEE is an Independent Director of the Board of Directors of KB PRASAC Bank Plc. As a foreign legal consultant, Mr. Lee has provided legal and strategic consulting services for the several Banks and Financial institutions in Cambodia and overseas.
Mr. Lee also served as a Deputy President of the Korean Chamber of Commercial in Cambodia and a legal advisor for the Korean Embassy in Cambodia and Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency in Cambodia.
Mr. Lee received a B.A. and Master degree in Law from Seoul National University in Korea, and LL.M. from Law School of the University of Minnesota and M.B.A. from the Business School of College of William Marry in U.S.A. Mr. Lee also has a license of attorney-at-law in New York State Bar in U.S.A.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Director
- President
Mr. OUM Sam Oeun holds a Master's degree in Business Administration specializing in banking and finance and obtained a Diploma in Accounting and Commerce in 1988 and also holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management in 1995. He has attended several training courses related to microfinance operations and management.
In 1995, he started working with the PRASAC credit program. He was promoted to Deputy General Manager of​ PRASAC MFI in early 2007. He was also a member of the Board of Directors of PRASAC Microfinance Institution from 2004 to 2017. Since 2011 he has worked in the position of Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer.
He currently holds the position of President & Chief Executive Officer of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.
Mr. PEN Sovannsoksitha holds Master's degree in Development Management, and completed course work of Master in Business Administration. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economic Science, specializing in Banking Finance. He has gained more than 15 years of experience in field of microfinance and bank, product development, marketing management, customer service, client protection, and financial literacy.
He started his career as Credit and Marketing Officer, then moved to other positions such as Access to Finance Specialist, Senior Credit Advisor, Social Performance Specialist, and Project Manager in both local and international firms. He has joined PRASAC since early 2014 in the position of AVP & Deputy Manager of Marketing and Communications Department. He was promoted to Vice President and Manager of Marketing and Communications Department in 2016.
He currently holds the position of EVP & Chief Product Officer of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.
Mr. PHOK Vandy holds a Master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Royal University of Phnom Penh. Since 2001, he has attended several training courses and workshops related to IT development, project management, core banking solutions, microfinance and banking operations both local and abroad.
He has gained more than 20 years of experience in various fields such as application development, IT infrastructure and database management, cyber security and risk prevention, core banking implementation, system migration and upgrade, mobile banking development, and IT business management and strategy.
He has started his professional career as Software Developer in early 2000; then promoted to be a Head of Developer before joining the microfinance industry in 2004 as an IT Manager. Then he joined PRASAC in June 2010 as Deputy IT Manager and Core Banking Support. He was promoted to VP & Manager of IT and Core Banking Department in July 2013.
He currently holds the position of Executive Vice President & Chief IT Officer of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.
Job Titles:
- Chief Business Officer
- EVP
Mr. RY Vanna holds Master's degree in Business Administration, major Finance and Banking; and holds Bachelor's degree in Business management. He has attended numerous local and international training courses and workshops related to microfinance operations and management.
He has more than 20 years of experience in sales and branch management. He has started his professional career as a Credit Officer in 1999; then promoted to be a Chief Credit Officer, Branch Manager, Regional Manager Social and Environmental Coordinator, a member of Board of Director in a microfinance institution. He has joined PRASAC in 2011 as Vice President and Sales Support Manager and then moved to Vice President and Manager of Credit Department in 2012.
He currently holds the position of Executive Vice President & Chief Business Officer of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.
Job Titles:
- Chief Financial Officer
- EVP
Mr. Soo Yeon WON holds a Master's degree in Business Administration majoring in finance and accounting, and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Philosophy. He has attended several training courses related to banking operations and management in both Korea and abroad.
He has gained more than 20 years of experience in various fields such as financial planning & management, loan product development & pricing and overseas business in Kookmin Bank. He has worked as Team head of Global Planning Department taking charge of overseas business strategy. Then he has joined PRASAC since early 2022 in the position of Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer.
Mr. SUM Sinath holds a Master's degree of Business Management in 2007, Bachelor's degree of Business Management in 2005 and High Diploma of Accounting in 2003. He has attended several training courses and workshops that contribute to building his role in the banking and financial sector such as Effective Management Skill for MFIs, MBA Financial Management from Hong Kong, Risk Management of MFIs, Strategic Planning and Management (EDA), Effective Staff Performance Appraisal, Certificate of Management Course (ITC Boulder Italy), Saving Mobilization, Funding Management in Financial Institutions and other courses both local and overseas.
He has gained more than 20 years of experience in banking and financial sector. He first started his professional career at PRASAC Microfinance Institution from September 2002 to 2015 as Credit Officer, Branch Manager, Branch Support Manager, and Operations Manager. Then he moved to other MFI as General Manager from April 2015 to June 2017, as Chief Operations Officer (COO) from June 2019 to March 2023. He rejoined PRASAC in April 2023.
He currently holds the position of EVP & Chief Credit Officer of KB PRASAC Bank Plc.