Feasibility Study
Explored how Cambodian entrepreneurs could be better connected with international investors and opportunity.
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.
OverviewBuilt to move
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.
Our StoryFrom feasibility study to an
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.
Industry Participation
Engaged local business associations to better understand entrepreneur needs and engagement patterns.
Establishment
Began activities linking entrepreneurs with investors, partners and wider stakeholders.
Formal Kick Start
Official kick start of the Global Entrepreneur 1% Club.
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.
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.
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.
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.
United States
Anthony Galliano
Honorary Board AdvisorAdvisory and professional business service.
Malaysia
Tan Sri Michael Yeoh
Honorary Board AdvisorFounder / Group Chairman · KSI Group.
United States
Lionel C. Johnson
Honorary Board AdvisorPresident · PPI – Pacific Pension Investment.
Board Members
Business leaders contributingsector and market depth.
South Korea
Kevin W. Lee
Board MemberGroup Chairman · KS Group & W-Foundation.
Malaysia
Dato Jessie Tang
Board MemberGroup Chairwoman · Asia Platinum Capital, Sovereign Wealth Capital & Agro-Wealth Capital.
Singapore
Kevin Khoo
Board MemberGroup Chairman · SCVC Group of Companies · Entrepreneur Retail, F&B and Franchising.
South Korea
Chase S. Hoon Cho
Board MemberGroup Chairman · KS Group & W-Foundation.
Cambodia
Alicia Lim
Board MemberFounder and Director · Himawari Hotel.
United Kingdom
Dr. Simon David Vancliff
Board MemberDirector · 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.
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
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
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
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 · EnvironmentEntrepreneur 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.
Investment Access & Readiness
Opportunity identification, investment-readiness programs, funding access and investor-pitch environments.
Business Matching & Partnerships
Networking, tailored partnership collaboration and structured introductions around compatible business interests.
Market Entry & International Exchange
Market-entry support, global market access, trade missions and inbound, outbound and local business exchanges.
Capacity, Mentorship & Advisory
Mentorship matching, business workshops, training, advisory support and research or market insight.
Franchise, Dealership & Industry Access
Franchise and dealership support plus industry partnerships that can create new commercial pathways.
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.
