Our Team

Jenni has worked with other NGOs before devoting all her energies to making a difference in Cambodia by founding Cambodian Community Dream Organization, Inc. She works remotely with the team on the ground in an advisory capacity and is the link between the BOD and donors. She regularly travels to Cambodia to oversee the progress on the ground.

Ksenija, an educator, writer, and blogger has been traveling around the world and supporting grass roots organizations. She is passionate about women's and children's issues.

Isabel is a lawyer and public policy analyst. She specializes in agricultural insurance and finance. Currently, she is an agricultural policy analyst for a federal research agency. In CCDO projects Isabel sees development theory put into practice resulting in lasting positive effects for the community.

Carol Duster has a degree in education, and certification in both elementary and special education. Over the last decade she has traveled to Vietnam, Laos, Bhutan and Cambodia to teach ESL. She annually visits our projects in Cambodia and is an inspiration to our team on the ground.

Paul retired from Citibank where he was a Senior Vice President for Global Data Governance. He has an extensive background in finance, data, project and operational management. He travels annually to Cambodia to work with CCDO. During these visits he has developed an on the ground understanding of our operations and provided insights for streamlining and improvements.

Andrew retired from Standard Chartered Bank where he was a Director. He has over 35 years of experience in Trade Finance, Banking Operations and Risk Management. Andrew visits CCDO in Siem Reap on an annual basis.
Andrew currently is our CFO responsible for our financial transparency and he works closely with all board members as well as CCDO local management team.

Cecilia, born in Venezuela, is a professional in the field of communications, public relations and social media, for the past 25 years. During her career, she has lived and worked in 9 different countries holding positions in all sectors: public, private and Non-Profit. Since 2016, she has developed a platform for supporting NGOs around the world with the backing of a group of donors. Bastion.life, finds funds and allocates them in projects related to children's health and education, women empowerment and rural infrastructure projects.

Kathy is a corporate and securities attorney with 40 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is a partner in the global law firm, Proskauer Rose, and a professor at Fordham Law School. Kathy is also a board member and treasurer of New York Lawyers for the Public Interest, a leading New York nonprofit civil rights firm, and board member of the Auschwitz- Birkenau Foundation. After a visit to Siem Reap, Kathy was struck by the similarities between the Holocaust and the Genocide in Cambodia and is determined to help rebuild.

Jenn is a Businesswoman who has a passion for travel and philanthropy. Her background includes Hotel & Restaurant Management, Training & Hospitality Consulting, Wellness Coach, Fitness and Pilates. Jenn and her daughter are active in their local 4H group and raising pigs. All her family is passionate about the future of Cambodian families.

Sokun, director of the Memoire Hotel & Resort Group, grew up in the villages and knows the effect of education to break the cycle of poverty. He encourages our students to study hard for success. He is able to influence travelers to support our programs. He is a tremendous support to our team on the ground.

After years of experience with various NGOs in Cambodia, combining his nursing and WASH backgrounds with his managerial skills Leangseng rises to the highest challenge of effectively leading and inspiring our team on the ground. He is the heart and soul of CCDO.

With a bachelor's degree in Business and Finance and nine years of working with local NGOs Sophorn uses her organizational and accounting skills to ensure smooth office processes and the meticulous upkeep of our financial records. Sophorn is the glue that keeps the CCDO running smoothly.

Sovoan oversees our extensive education programs from reschool to university. She is the line of communication between CCDO and the school directors. She is on the advisory board of the Department of Education. She deftly manages to ensure the quality of our programs

Pin previously worked for CCDO for 4 years and we welcome him back to help expand our WASH program. He is responsible for training the community leaders in health and hygiene. Under his watch, we have expanded the programs to 36 villages.

Uon previously worked for CCDO for 4 years and is back working in the field, to ensure the success of our Social Enterprise Program. He is responsible for Soap Sellers, Piglets, Safe Houses and Agroforestry Programs. He has the total respect of the community.

Sitha is an inspirational teacher and trains the new English Teachers in 26 Primary school and a Secondary/High School in Angkor Thom district. He is responsible for 9,000 students.
His Phonetics techniques have been adopted by the Government to spread to 507 schools.

Bunsrak inspires the 11 preschool teachers of our Early Child Education Program in Angkor Thom Commune to aspire to greatness. He oversees the 2 preschools in Ampil Commune.
He is dedicated and can be proud of his achievements.

Mr. Say drives the tuk tuk out to the villages and our schools and helps where necessary.
He was the first employee of CCDO and is very valued and loyal.

Salorm, is the mainstay of our community development. She is involved with the various workshops in the field. She is also in charge of our dental program to ensure the kids are keeping up their hygiene practices.

Sothea is primary an English teacher who transition to manage the growing Scholarship Students. He is responsible to inspire their career choices and he also works on our Data Management.

Instructs the students in the use of basic office software. He also fixes any IT problems on campus. Kosal has a degree in IT Management.

Sombon is creative with her story telling. She stimulates the students' imaginations with arts and crafts. She proudly has transferred to become and English teacher for the starter and level 1 classes. She continues her own university studies at night and weekends.

Vesna proudly graduated from sports to English after completing his university degree.
He has an innovative teaching methodology and is passionate about his students' progress.

Chan Tour graduated from sports to English teaching. He is an exceptional teacher and captures the attention of his students. He is also our main photographer on the ground.

She has a natural gift for inspiring curiosity and enthusiasm in our preschoolers. Phary has been instrumental in expanding our early education program to 11 new preschools.

Samnang helps keep the preschool munchkins in order at Tapang school. Her diligence in dental hygiene ensures healthy smiles.

Sochhinh keeps order and inspires our 3-5 years old munchkins at Kiriminoen. She is particularly interested in the library and reading programs.

Sao ensures that no preschoolers escape during bathroom breaks at Kiriminoen.
She is strict with the kids and keeps the classroom clean.

Choeurm is our new passionate English trainer. He graduated with a BA in TESOL. He has found his dream job of working in the education field at the CCDO. He travels to remote area schools increase the literacy rate in Cambodia and has a vision to improve healthy lifestyle of Cambodian children.

CCDO's energetic executive director has a passion for improving the living standards of his fellow Cambodians. He has been instrumental in initiating sustainable programs in the education and agricultural fields. He embodies the CCDO vision of a Hand Up and not a Hand Out. He has a nursing degree and is currently studying for his PhD in Educational Management. We have increased our level of commitment to the community tenfold since his arrival 4 years ago.

CCDO was blessed to have Sokun as our CEO for Cambodia for 7 years. Sokun grew up in the rural area around Siem Reap and knows how important education is to improving one's life and breaking the cycle of poverty. Sokun recently retired from the CCDO Cambodia Board but still sits on the advisory panel.

Under grad degrees in Chemistry and Zoology from Miami University, 1980. Medical Degree from Baylor College of Medicine in 1983. General Surgery training at Bethesda Naval Hospital 1986-1990. Served in US Navy and Marine Corps units 1985-1992. Private practice in General Surgery 1992-2017. Retired in 2017 but accepted a job teaching and doing surgery as a volunteer in Cambodia with Surgeons for Cambodia. Joined Rotary Club Phnom Penh Metro 2018 and is the President for 2020-2022.

Ron Khoo is an accountant by training with a passion for fine wine and gourmet food. His journey of more than 19 years of entrepreneurial experience includes running businesses involved in wine importation, retail, wholesale and restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He then spent 3 years running a social business which helps feed children in need and continues to be active in The Food for Good Project during his free time. Ron currently lives in Hong Kong and works for Cathay Pacific where he manages the wine & spirits program.

Chu Yang Keng is a registered architect based in Singapore who practices actively in the Asia region. Chu has led a few social projects of which one is a Library for Kiriminoen School in Siem Reap and another is a 100 latrines project for Bos Tatrav Village in Siem Reap.Chu is a believer in Empowering People, Enriching Lives. He devotes a large amount of energy to inspire his colleagues to live a purposeful life in enriching that of others.

Robin lives and works in Singapore. He is mainly in Healthcare Industry with medical diagnostic equipment distribution and management and has a passion for the wellness program.
He is Past President of RC Sentosa Singapore and is still involved in many health and education projects. He is committed to making a difference in Cambodia.

Mary Mendoza from Macau is the managing director of The Platinum Ltd, a consulting firm. For the past twenty years, she has been known as an established thought leader in marketing for the gaming, hospitality, tourism, and retail sector within Asia and the USA. She is passionate about women empowerment, education.

Sophorn has been working at The CCDO as an Admin & Finance Coordinator for 4 years. She is the glue that keeps CCDO together. She never gives up her vision to help her communities. She puts all her efforts to support the CCDO team on the ground to reach the mission and vision of the Organization.