Senior international professional with 15+ years of experience across operations leadership, strategic projects, organizational structuring and cross-functional coordination in complex, multicultural environments. Proven track record in managing operations, aligning multi-entity teams and driving execution across high-stakes projects involving governments, international financial institutions, contractors and cross-functional stakeholders. Recognized for bridging Finance, HR, IT, Operations and external partners to improve execution, manage risk and support strategic decision-making.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Legal Affairs & Compliance Director
PTL HOLDING CO., LTD
Vientiane
01.2019 - 01.2023
Led legal, compliance and cross-functional strategic coordination across a 20-company, multi-sector conglomerate spanning energy, infrastructure, logistics and petroleum.
Acted as a central interface between executive leadership, Finance, Operations, HR, technical teams and external stakeholders, driving alignment, decision-making and execution across complex international projects.
Led cross-functional coordination across internal teams (Finance, Operations, HR, technical) and external stakeholders (government, lenders, contractors).
Drove alignment between financial, operational and regulatory actors in complex, multi-party environments.
Improved cross-functional operating frameworks to strengthen execution, coordination and organizational efficiency.
Enabled decision-making across stakeholders with competing constraints.
Led legal, compliance and cross-functional strategic coordination across a 20-company, multi-sector conglomerate spanning energy, infrastructure, logistics and petroleum.
Key Projects: Thanaleng Dry Port (US$67M IFC financing): Led legal and contractual structuring, major contract negotiations and the IFC due diligence process, coordinating government entities, lenders, contractors and operational teams through financing, construction and operations.
Boualapha Power Plant (US$3.2B): Facilitated multi-party negotiations and alignment across international partners and government stakeholders.
Additional large-scale infrastructure and energy projects involving cross-border coordination.
Strengthened contractual and operational frameworks to reduce risk exposure and improve execution.
Supported teams through training, coordination and knowledge transfer.
Managed external advisors while ensuring internal alignment.
Operations Manager
LAOS ASSISTANCE CO. LTD
Vientiane
01.2015 - 01.2022
Managed operational coordination between international clients, insurers, medical providers, local partners and internal teams, ensuring service quality, rapid execution and effective crisis response.
Led 24/7 operational and crisis coordination, including medical evacuations, repatriations and emergency response.
Managed complex, time-critical cases involving multiple countries and stakeholders.
Improved operational workflows and cross-border coordination to support service delivery.
Led day-to-day operations in a high-pressure, multi-country environment delivering medical assistance and insurance claims services across Southeast Asia.
Infrastructure & Strategic Projects Advisory
Independent Consultant
Vientiane
01.2012 - 01.2019
Coordinated cross-border stakeholders (investors, contractors, public entities).
Supported project structuring from early-stage to execution.
Facilitated alignment between financial, technical and regulatory actors.
Advised investors and stakeholders on infrastructure and energy projects, supporting structuring and coordination in complex, multi-actor environments.
Key projects: Hydropower Project (US$89.97M), Transmission Line Project (US$269M).
Executive Manager
JV-ACAS & SSC CO., LTD
Vientiane
01.2012 - 01.2014
Coordinated headquarters, local teams and external partners.
Developed internal processes and organizational frameworks.
Supported alignment between execution and strategic objectives.
Operated at the intersection of operations, project delivery and organizational structuring.
Consultant
T&C LAOS CONSULTING SOLE CO., LTD
Vientiane
01.2010 - 01.2011
Structured internal knowledge systems and tools.
Improved processes and operational consistency.
Led coordination between stakeholders.
Supported international investors in market entry and project setup.
Regional Knowledge Manager
DFDL
Phnom Penh
01.2008 - 01.2009
Reviewed internal processes, IT systems and communication frameworks.
Assessed roles, responsibilities and organizational efficiency across teams.
Developed a regional knowledge management strategy to improve information sharing and coordination.
Contributed to the implementation of systems and tools supporting collaboration.
Conducted cross-office audits and supported organizational structuring across multiple Southeast Asian offices.
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