Amcham Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City announces new executive director

Travis has eleven years of experience working in Southeast Asia, helping US businesses thrive. Travis served as the executive director of the American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia, where he connected the Royal Government of Cambodia with the private sector, created opportunities for growth and investment, and cultivated ties between members of the American and Cambodian business community.

He also worked as an advisor to Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, secretary general of ASEAN. His professional research background, combined with his work on policy advocacy, public health, and community activism, has helped him to promote the development of trade, investment, and human resources in the region. He was selected as one of the top 50 international voices of Cambodia in 2024 by Cambodia Leadership Review.

Travis shared that, “My previous role at AmCham Cambodia and my experience with the AmChams of Asia-Pacific allow me to enter this position with unique insight on running a chamber and ensuring that we capitalise on the incredible opportunity that we have here in Vietnam. To be an effective chamber, it is imperative to have a unified voice for our members. I am looking forward to working closely with the American business community, the government of Vietnam, the US Consulate General, AmCham Hanoi, and other partners.”

Ramachandran A.S. (RamC), chairperson of AmCham Vietnam – Ho Chi Minh, said, “We are pleased to announce Travis’ appointment as executive director. His perspective, professional background, and expertise in US-Vietnam trade and investment will enable him to deliver significant value for our members. As we commemorate AmCham Vietnam’s 30th anniversary this year, we thank the members who have supported us over the years and look forward to Travis’ leadership to realise our organisation’s full potential.”

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