2025 Asia Region Meeting

Young Ham

Partner, MGI Hanmi Accounting Corporation

 

Young Ham is Managing Partner of MGI Hanmi Accounting Corporation baed in Korea and a member of the MGI International Committee representing the Asia region.

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Audrey Danasamy

Regional Director, Asia, Africa and MENA Regional Secretariat

 

My role is to co-ordinate the activities of the Asia, Africa and MENA Regions for the benefit of members, listening to and understanding their needs and add value to their businesses by helping them to grow, compete, win and work collaboratively with other MGI members.

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Veasna Chann

Managing Partner, APV (Cambodia) Co., Ltd.

 

Veasna Chann is a Managing Partner at APV (Cambodia) Co. Ltd., a member of MGI Worldwide in the Asia region.

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Sothany Chun

Director - Advisory and Merger & Acquisition, APV (Cambodia) Co., Ltd.

Ms Southany is currently Director of Advisory and Merger & Acquisition at APV. Previously, as CEO and CFO of First Finance Plc, she was instrumental in shaping strategic direction, driving busines growth, securing funding, and enchancing risk management. Her focus on operational excellence and financial discipline led to significant organisational growth and elevated client service standards. Committed to a positive corporate culture, she actively promoted integrity, transparency, diversity, and social responsiblity. Sothany's pursuit of lifelong learning and her dedication to professional excellence are demonstrated by her DBA, MBA and BBA in accounting.

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Vissoth Nam

CEO, AirAsia Cambodia

 

Vissoth had a strong background in the Cambodian economy policy and key economic analysis from his 5 years’ as Deputy Section Chief at Economic Research & International Cooperation department at the National Bank of Cambodia and 2 years as an economist at the IMF.

He is also the founder of Menaka Hospitality, among them Bar Menaka that won major awards in the entertainment industry in Cambodia. Thanks to his good knowledge in the Cambodian Economy and his experience in the Hospitality Business, Vissoth is tasked to lead and govern AirAsia Cambodia.

in the field of economy, as well as a master’s in management, specialized in Global Financial Management from ESCEM Business School.

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Cathy Zhang

Cathy Accounting Firm

 

Cathy Zhang is a Partner at Cathy Accounting Firm, a member of MGI Worldwide in the Asia region.

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Dale Pearson

Enterprise Advisor Sales & Partnerships - APAC , Intuit

 

Dale Pearson is a recognized technology leader with expertise in AI, big data, and digital transformation in the accounting sector. He played a key role in launching Intuit Australia in 2013, helping scale the business from a start-up to over 140 staff and securing its place among Australia’s Top 20 Best Workplaces. Today, Dale drives AI-powered partnerships with Top 100 accounting firms across APAC, helping them leverage data and automation to transform client service and unlock new growth.

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Chankiriroth Sim

Founder & CEO, BanhJi

 

Founder & CEO of BanhJi an award-winning inclusive FinTech startup providing MSMEs’ financial platform and applications.

Chankiriroth has 17+ years of experience in strategy and finance at senior levels both as an executive and in an advisory capacity as well as being a tech entrepreneur. He serves as a technical advisor to the accounting and auditing regulator and a driving force in shaping Cambodia’s financial landscape.

He has also served in various positions as the vice president of Young Entrepreneur Association of Cambodia and Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), member of ASEAN MSMEs Advisory Board, member of ACCA Global Forum for SMEs, and an advisor to the secretariate of the Cambodia Digital Economy and Business Committee.

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Maxine Brock

CEO, MGI Worldwide

As CEO, Maxine leads the organisation for the members, guided and directed by the Executive Committee and the International Committee. She also directs the marketing and communications activity which supports MGI Worldwide. 

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Divya Somani

Partner, Rangamani Associates

 

Divya Somani is a seasoned Insolvency Professional and practicing Chartered Accountant with over 18 years of rich professional experience. She currently heads the Ajmer branch of Rangamani Associates, a reputed Chartered Accountants firm.

Divya has built a remarkable career grounded in excellence, leadership, and service. She was the first female Chairperson of the Ajmer Branch of ICAI (2023–24), breaking new ground for women in the profession.

She is also an empanelled SEBI SMART trainer, actively promoting investor education and financial literacy. As a faculty member for the AICA Level 1 Artificial Intelligence Certificate Course conducted by ICAI, she contributes to building digital competency among professionals.

She currently serves as the President of the Female Wing (Ajmer) of Laghu Udyog Bharti, a pan-India trade organization supporting MSMEs.

She is the only female executive member of the Rajasthan Tax Consultants Association for the term 2025–27, a testament to her influence and leadership within the professional community.

She is a sought-after speaker and regular faculty at national and regional forums, where she delivers impactful sessions on diverse topics such as Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), Company Law, Income Tax, Code of Ethics, Business Laws, Investor Awareness, and Women Empowerment.

 

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Dusun Chong

Partner, Kevin How & Co PLT

Dusun Chong is a partner at Kevin How & Co in Sabah, with over 30 years’ experience in audit and business advisory, including 12 years as a partner at Ernst & Young Malaysia. A member of the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) and the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), he currently chairs the MIA Sabah Chapter and is Deputy President of the Sabah Association of Professional Accountants.

Passionate about technology and automation, Dusun has spearheaded the integration of Power Automate into the firm’s ISQM processes, streamlining operations and reducing manual work. He actively promotes the adoption of AI tools to improve audit documentation and deliver enhanced advisory services, playing a key role in the firm’s digital transformation journey.

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Amit Chopra

Founder & Managing Partner, GCA Associates Private Limited

Amit is the Founder Partner of GCA Associates Private Limited, a leading firm in New Delhi, specialising in strategic consultancy, international taxation, and cross-border structuring. With expertise in taxation, regulatory compliance, and financial advisory, Amit has guided businesses through complex domestic and international financial landscapes.

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Sujan Kafle

Managing Partner, Sujan Kafle & Associates

Sujan Kafle is a Fellow CA and Member of ICAN and ICAI. He has over 22 years of post-qualification experience in the area of auditing, accounts, finance and taxation and having EMBA from Pokhara University. He was the past President of ICAN (2023-24), Executive Member of Auditing Standard Board of Nepal (AuSB/N, 2015-18) and served both in the government and private sectors. He played a key role for automation of the ICAN during his presidency at ICAN, worked on policy development level for using the AI and role of the accountants and participated on different seminar and workshop organised by IFAC, CAPA and SAFA.

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Ankith Shetty

Partner, B C Shetty & Co

Ankith is a Partner at B C Shetty & Co., where he helps multinational companies establish subsidiaries in India and ensures compliance with central and local regulations, including GST, income tax, labour laws, and company law. He advises startups on organisational structuring, regulatory compliance, and provides value-added services such as maintaining books and preparing specialised reports to support business decision-making.

His experience spans industries including information technology, hospitality, real estate, contracting, manufacturing, and BFSI.

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Sarah Squires

Partner, MGI Midgley Snelling LLP

Sarah Squires is a Partner at MGI Midgley Snelling, a founding member of MGI Worldwide, proudly celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Sarah began her career in aerospace engineering, before transitioning into accounting in 2005. Since then, she has gained a wealth of client experience across accounts, tax, audit, and general business support, including company setups, retirements, relocations, and strategic business advice.

With a strategic focus on innovation and sustainable growth, Sarah brings a forward-thinking perspective to the evolving role of technology in professional services. She is currently leading efforts to embed practical AI across the firm to enhance efficiency, drive growth, and strengthen risk management.

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Nick Torres

CEO, TVP Consulting Group Inc.

Nick Torres is a CPA, business strategist, and entrepreneur with expertise in finance, taxation, consulting, and investments. As Chairman & CEO of TVP Consulting Group, he leads one of the Philippines’ fastest-growing business consulting and outsourcing firms, helping MSMEs and startups scale through end-to-end business solutions.

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