International delegation beneath the golden Cambodia mural
About & Global Network

The credibility behind the chapter.

GE1% Philippines operates within a wider entrepreneurial ecosystem built to connect business leaders with investment access, partnerships, business matching, capability development and international exchange.

Overview

Built to move
entrepreneurs
beyond borders.

The Association of Global Entrepreneur 1% was established as a platform connecting Cambodian entrepreneurs and businesses with local and international investors, partners, suppliers and new markets.

Its operating model goes beyond networking: identify opportunity, build relationships, create business matching, support negotiation and help entrepreneurs navigate local, regional and global business environments.

Investment AccessOpportunity and investor pathways.
Business MatchingRelevant introductions and partnerships.
Global Market AccessRegional and international connectivity.
Regional business forum and entrepreneurial network
Our Story

From feasibility study to an
international entrepreneurial network.

The organization developed step by step: first understanding what entrepreneurs needed, then building participation, activity and formal structure.

June 2022

Feasibility Study

Explored how Cambodian entrepreneurs could be better connected with international investors and opportunity.

December 2023

Industry Participation

Engaged local business associations to better understand entrepreneur needs and engagement patterns.

January 2024

Establishment

Began activities linking entrepreneurs with investors, partners and wider stakeholders.

10 May 2024

Formal Kick Start

Official kick start of the Global Entrepreneur 1% Club.

Vision

Bridge local enterprise with global opportunity.

Build a dynamic and inclusive ecosystem that connects Cambodian entrepreneurs with global investors and partners while advancing sustainable economic growth and innovation.

Mission

Turn connectivity into business growth.

Connect businesses with investors, partners and suppliers through networking, strategic partnerships, market access, resources and practical support.

InnovationEmpowermentInclusivitySustainabilityIntegrityCollaborationExcellenceAccessibility
Central Leadership

Leadership and stewardship behind the network.

The official GE1% profile identifies the Founder / Chairman and Central President alongside an international advisory and board layer that contributes business, investment and institutional perspective to the wider organization.

H.E. Sarath Ying, Founder and Chairman
Founder / Chairman

H.E. Sarath Ying

Established GE1% as a platform for entrepreneurial ambition, cross-border opportunity, innovation and collaboration, with an emphasis on credibility and long-term business success.

Entrepreneurs rise further when ambition is matched by collaboration, adaptability and access beyond borders.
Mr. Vuthea Heang, President Central Head Office
President · Central Head Office

Mr. Vuthea Heang

Leads the central entrepreneurial community with a focus on empowerment, support, idea exchange, new opportunities and meaningful business connections.

A stronger entrepreneur community is built by sharing ideas, learning together and creating opportunities together.
Honorary Board Advisors

International perspective at the advisory level.

Anthony Galliano
United States

Anthony Galliano

Honorary Board Advisor

Advisory and professional business service.

Tan Sri Michael Yeoh
Malaysia

Tan Sri Michael Yeoh

Honorary Board Advisor

Founder / Group Chairman · KSI Group.

Lionel C. Johnson
United States

Lionel C. Johnson

Honorary Board Advisor

President · PPI – Pacific Pension Investment.

Board Members

Business leaders contributingsector and market depth.

Kevin W. Lee
South Korea

Kevin W. Lee

Board Member

Group Chairman · KS Group & W-Foundation.

Dato Jessie Tang
Malaysia

Dato Jessie Tang

Board Member

Group Chairwoman · Asia Platinum Capital, Sovereign Wealth Capital & Agro-Wealth Capital.

Kevin Khoo
Singapore

Kevin Khoo

Board Member

Group Chairman · SCVC Group of Companies · Entrepreneur Retail, F&B and Franchising.

Chase S. Hoon Cho
South Korea

Chase S. Hoon Cho

Board Member

Group Chairman · KS Group & W-Foundation.

Alicia Lim
Cambodia

Alicia Lim

Board Member

Founder and Director · Himawari Hotel.

Dr. Simon David Vancliff
United Kingdom

Dr. Simon David Vancliff

Board Member

Director · Global Mind Agriculture PTE.

Country & Regional Presence

International leadershipacross multiple markets.

The central profile identifies national presidents across Asia, Europe, Australia and the United States, supported by ASEAN & APAC regional leadership.The Philippines chapter also reflects newer working-network updates as the international footprint continues to develop.

🇲🇾 MalaysiaDato Choi Wei Yee · National President
🇮🇩 IndonesiaHenki Utama · National President
🇹🇼 TaiwanChen Han En · National President
🇰🇷 South KoreaSeunghyun Lee · National President
🇳🇱 NetherlandsPaul Jordaan · National President
🇸🇬 SingaporeKevin Khoo · National President
🇺🇸 United StatesLionel C. Johnson · National President
🇵🇭 PhilippinesJ. Heng · National President
🇦🇺 AustraliaRasmay Sokmongkol · current network coverage
🌏 ASEAN & APACDora Mok · Regional President
🇪🇺 European UnionDr. Alexander Evengroen · regional leadership
🌍 AfricaFranklin Ifezue · regional leadership
Our Four Pillars

A broader ecosystem

The official GE1% profile organizes the association around four complementary pillars covering business connectivity, next-generation entrepreneurship, investment support and social impact.

Global Entrepreneur 1% Club pillar logo
Pillar 01

Global Entrepreneur 1% Club

The core business network: investment access, business matching, partnership collaboration, corporate meetings, forums, missions, entrepreneur training and international market connectivity.

Investment · Matching · Partnerships · Missions · Capacity
Next Generation Entrepreneur Program logo
Pillar 02

Next Generation Entrepreneur Program

Entrepreneur development through placement, innovation challenges, incubator and accelerator activity, boot camps, skill development, pitch opportunities, exchanges and funding accessibility.

Next-gen entrepreneurs · Skills · Innovation · Exchange
Visionary Ventures and Incubators Fund logo
Pillar 03

Visionary Ventures & Incubators Fund

An investment-oriented pillar built around local and international fundraising, project prioritization and support for promising entrepreneurial ventures and financial-readiness initiatives.

Investment · Fundraising · Venture support
AGE Foundation logo
Pillar 04

AGE Foundation

The social-impact pillar covering scholarship support, vulnerable youth, child welfare, youth empowerment and environment and climate-related initiatives.

Youth · Welfare · Scholarship · Environment
Entrepreneur Support Architecture

More than networking:a practical support stack for entrepreneurs.

The official GE1% profile combines investment access, business matching,market-entry support, capability development and hands-on assistance into one entrepreneurial ecosystem.

01

Investment Access & Readiness

Opportunity identification, investment-readiness programs, funding access and investor-pitch environments.

02

Business Matching & Partnerships

Networking, tailored partnership collaboration and structured introductions around compatible business interests.

03

Market Entry & International Exchange

Market-entry support, global market access, trade missions and inbound, outbound and local business exchanges.

04

Capacity, Mentorship & Advisory

Mentorship matching, business workshops, training, advisory support and research or market insight.

05

Franchise, Dealership & Industry Access

Franchise and dealership support plus industry partnerships that can create new commercial pathways.

06

Negotiation, Legal & Ongoing Support

Negotiation assistance, legal and compliance learning, administrative guidance and continuing business support.

Signature Program Portfolio

Platforms designed to move entrepreneurs from learning to opportunity.

The GE1% profile outlines a broad program portfolio. These are selected high-value platforms most relevant to business credibility and cross-border activation.

01

Investment Readiness Development

Business model, financial model, corporate profile, investment pitch deck, teaser and implementation strategy development.

02

CEO & Entrepreneur Forums

Recurring forums, networking nights and executive environments for business dialogue, visibility and relationship-building.

03

Business & Investment Missions

Outbound, inbound and local missions designed to expose entrepreneurs to markets, investors and partner ecosystems.

04

NextGen Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneur development, boot camps, innovation programs, working-space concepts and exchange opportunities.

05

Pitch & Fundraising Journey

Business and investment pitch programs paired with fundraising support and venture-readiness pathways.

06

Awards, Recognition & Global Exposure

High-level recognition platforms, international events and visibility opportunities across the wider ecosystem.

Strategic Partnership Ecosystem

A visible network of international and local collaborators.

The official organization profile documents a broad ecosystem of strategic partners, local partners, donors, funders, sponsors and supporters. Rather than compressing dozens of marks into one wall, the website presents the profile pages as a browsable visual archive.