Dara Ouk
About Dara Ouk
Dara Ouk serves as the Country Director at Kiu Global and has a strong background in managing relationships with stakeholders in Cambodia. With experience in international development and a focus on financial inclusion, Ouk has worked with various organizations and industries to advance digital transformation and business development.
Work at Kiu Global
Dara Ouk has served as the Country Director at Kiu Global since 2019, contributing to the organization's mission in Cambodia for five years. In this role, Ouk has established and managed relationships with both local and international stakeholders, enhancing the company's presence and impact in the region. His leadership focuses on advancing financial inclusion initiatives, particularly for un-served and under-served communities.
Current Role at Agros
In addition to his position at Kiu Global, Dara Ouk has been working as the Technology Director at Agros since 2023. This role, which he has held for one year, involves a hybrid work model in Cambodia. Ouk's responsibilities include leveraging technology to support the organization's goals and initiatives in the region.
Education and Expertise
Dara Ouk earned a Bachelor’s of Mathematics (BMath) degree in Computer Science from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in technology and business development. Ouk has developed expertise in advising on policies and regulatory frameworks, particularly in the FinTech industry, collaborating with organizations such as UNDP.
Professional Background
Dara Ouk has a diverse professional background in business development across various organizations. He worked as a Regional Business Development Manager at VDB Loi from 2015 to 2018 and at HRINC (Cambodia) Co., Ltd from 2018 to 2019. His experience includes recruitment, training, and strategic business development for start-ups in Southeast Asia, as well as advising businesses on change management and digital transformation strategies.
Collaborations and Impact
Throughout his career, Dara Ouk has collaborated with notable international development organizations, including USAID, IFC, and the World Bank. His work has focused on advancing financial inclusion for communities that are often overlooked. Ouk has also gained experience working with various industries, such as agriculture, manufacturing, financial institutions, government ministries, and telecoms in Southeast Asia.