Mr. Charles Cheo is Group Executive Chairman of Forte. Charles has beenserving and advancing the insurance industry for more than 2 decadesupon establishing Forte in Cambodia in 1999. He covered multiple roles atForte, most recently as Group CEO, where he was instrumental in growingForte into the largest insurance company in Cambodia and initiating theexpansion into Southeast Asia.
Charles holds a BA in Communication from Boston University and anAdvanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) from the Chartered InsuranceInstitute (CII), UK.
Mr. Youk Chamroeunrith is a visionary leader and the Group CEO of Forte, an insurance icon in Cambodia. With over three decades of expertise, he has been a driving force behind the evolution of Cambodia’s insurance industry and Forte’s transformation into a respected regional brand.
Since joining Forte in 1999, Mr. Chamroeunrith has risen through key roles—including General Manager (2001–2014) and Managing Director (2015–2020)—before becoming Chairman. Under his leadership, Forte expanded regionally, accelerated digital transformation, and pioneered inclusive insurance solutions. Honored as Executive of the Year – General Insurance (Cambodia) at the Asian Management Excellence Awards 2024, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and is a Fellow of the Malaysian Insurance Institute (FMII).
Mr. Sergei Korol is Group Chief Insurance Officer of Forte. He joined Forte in 2025 to lead a hands-on operational leadership strategy aligned with the Group’s vision for profitable growth and attractive valuation. His mandate focuses on directing strategic and capital planning, driving operational rigor across Sales, Underwriting, Claims, and IT, and strengthening governance through executive committee leadership and regulatory reporting.
He brings over 20 years of international experience from senior roles in New York, Hong Kong, and Singapore, including Managing Director at Grab Financial Group, where he built the fintech segment’s financial infrastructure and led a strategic reset. Previously, he served as Group CFO/COO at ACR Capital Holdings, modernizing operations and enabling a successful PE exit, and as Regional CFO at Chubb Life Asia Pacific, driving double-digit growth and profitability.
He holds an INSEAD Global Executive MBA, a Master’s from Johns Hopkins SAIS, and is a CFA charterholder.
Mr. Pin Nirorn is the Chief Financial Officer of Forte, leading all finance functions to drive financialexcellence, strengthen governance, and support long-term sustainability.
Nirorn brings over 16 years of progressive experience within Forte, establishing a strong trackrecord of operational efficiency and financial discipline. Prior to his current role, he held keyleadership positions, including Assistant General Manager, Corporate Secretary, and Assistant VicePresident of Finance. He plays a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and optimizing capitalmanagement.
Nirorn holds a Master of Finance from the Australian National University, a Bachelor of BusinessAdministration (Honors) from the National University of Singapore, an Advanced Diploma inInsurance (Chartered Insurer) from the UK, and is a CFA Level III candidate.
Ms. Hazel Zhao is the Chief Overseas Business Officer, leading Forte’s international business development and strategic regional expansion. She brings over 35 years of extensive experience across the general and life insurance sectors, as well as import-export industries, spanning both Cambodia and China.
Since joining Forte in 2003, Hazel has held senior leadership roles, making significant contributions to the diversification of the commercial portfolio and driving cross-border initiatives. Recognized for her pragmatic, relationship-focused leadership style, she excels in cultivating strategic partnerships that support sustainable growth.
Hazel holds the Chartered Insurer designation and an Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) from the UK, alongside an Associate (AMII) qualification from Malaysia and diplomas from China.
Ms. Keo Chenda is the Chief Human Resource Officer, bringing over 15 years of professional experience across the banking and insurance industries. She has held senior leadership roles at leading financial institutions, including Hong Leong Bank as Deputy CEO, HumanResources, alongside management positions at Maybank and ANZ Royal Bank.
At Forte, she leads people strategy to drive organizational performance, strengthen leadership capabilities, and align talent initiatives with business growth. A strong advocate for women’s empowerment, Chenda has accelerated gender diversity through leadership pipelines and mentorship to foster an inclusive, high-performance culture. She holds degrees from IFL and Pannasastra University (PUC).
Mr. Ny Lyhoung is a seasoned insurance executive with two decades of leadership experience across Cambodia’s general, life, micro, and agriculture insurance sectors—all with Forte. As Chief Partnership Officer, he leads the development of the company’s partnership strategy, expands distribution ecosystems, and builds strategic alliances to drive sustainable growth.
Lyhoung played a foundational role in establishing Forte Microinsurance and Forte Life Assurance, pioneering Cambodia’s first weather index insurance, microinsurance products, and comprehensive employee benefit programs.
An advocate for industry development, he serves as Chairman of the Education Committee of the Insurance Association of Cambodia. Lyhoung holds ACII (UK), AMII (Malaysia), ALMI, and FLMI (USA) designations, alongside a Master’s degree in Finance from Charles Sturt University.
Mr. Chandana Jayasooriya is the Chief Technology Officer, leading enterprise-wide technology strategy, digital transformation, and operational excellence. He brings over 20 years of C-level management experience spanning the banking, insurance, and telecom sectors.
A strong advocate for process efficiency, Chandana integrates technology with human talent to drive innovation and enhance customer experiences. He has successfully influenced strategy and led key projects at major regional institutions, including Banque Indosuez, UnionAssurance, Ezecom Cambodia, and AIA Insurance, where he established start-up operations inCambodia.
He holds an MSc in IT from Keele University (UK), a Banking Diploma from Sri Lanka, and CISM and PMP professional certifications.
