Dr Chheat Sreang—Managing Director and Founder
Dr Sreang Chheat is a Cambodian researcher, educator, and policy analyst with over 15 years of experience in research, education, institutional development, and consultancy. He holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Queensland, Australia, and master’s degrees in Global Studies and Cultural Studies. His expertise spans public policy, market intelligence, data analytics, political economy, governance, project management, economic development, social protection, and value chain analysis. He has worked with leading research institutions and international organisations, including the Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI), the International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations Development Program (UNDP), Cambodia’s Arbitration Council, Center for Khmer Studies, Paragon International University, Univesrity of Cambodia, University of Queensland, and Griffith University. With extensive experience in university teaching, research leadership, and policy advisory work, Dr. Chheat is committed to advancing knowledge, developing human capital, and delivering evidence-based insights and practical solutions that support sustainable development and informed decision-making in Cambodia and the region.
Dr Heng Kimkong—Senior Research Fellow
Dr. Kimkong Heng is a lecturer, researcher, and policy analyst with a PhD in Education from The University of Queensland, Australia. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Cambodian Education Forum and the Cambodian Journal of Educational Research. With extensive experience in teaching, research training, and academic publishing, he is committed to advancing research capacity and strengthening scholarly publishing in Cambodia. His research interests include TESOL, teacher education, higher education, and research engagement. He has published extensively on social, educational, and political issues in Cambodia, contributing to scholarly discussions and policy debates on the country’s development. Through his academic and editorial work, he is dedicated to promoting a vibrant research culture and expanding opportunities for knowledge production and dissemination in Cambodia.
Kosal Nith— Economist
Kosal Nith is a macro-development economist and fiscal policy research fellow at Future Forum. He also coordinates the East Asia Working Group of the Institute for New Economic Thinking’s Young Scholars Initiative. He holds a double bachelor’s degree in economics from Lumière University Lyon 2 and the Royal University of Law and Economics, both awarded in July 2019. He previously served as a research associate at the Center for Development Economics and Trade at the Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI). Before that, he held a series of research and program roles at Future Forum, including young research fellow, junior research fellow, program coordinator, and research fellow, and he remains affiliated with the organization. He was also a Blueprints for a New Economy Fellow, part of an international program for emerging public intellectuals from the Global South that advances transformative economic ideas and tackles extreme inequality. A pluralist economist, Kosal conducts research at the intersection of macroeconomics and development economics. His work covers economic growth and development, monetary and fiscal policy, institutions, income distribution, economic uncertainty, and resilience.
Cheam Chanthy — Accounting Professional and Finance Manager
Cheam Chanthy is a Cambodian accounting professional with an educational background in finance and accounting. He is associated with Smiling Gecko, reflecting his professional engagement in Cambodia’s organisational and development sector. With a foundation in accounting education, he brings a professional perspective to financial management and organisational operations. He is committed to applying his knowledge and skills to support effective financial practices and contribute to organisational performance.
Sroeu Mouy Hor — Accounting and Finance Assistant
Sroeu Mouy Hor is a sophomore at Vanda University in Phnom Penh. She is pursuing a bachelor degree in Accounting and Finance. Mouy Hor has experience in assisting with book keeping and tax return for small and medium size enterprises.