Phnom Penh (FN), Dec. 20 – Khmer Enterprise (KE) today unveiled the triumphant teams and companies across three categories: High School Awards, Startup Awards, and SME Awards, at the Khmer Enterprise Awards Night 2023.
Presided over by Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Khmer Enterprise, the award ceremony celebrated 11 outstanding winners out of 403 applicants, marking yet another significant milestone in Cambodia's entrepreneurial culture.
“As a catalyst to build Cambodia's entrepreneurial landscape, Khmer Enterprise has implemented diverse programs benefiting students, startups, and SMEs. Over the past three years, KE has played a crucial role by identifying gaps, fostering trust among stakeholders, co-creating programs with partners, and enhancing co-financing mechanisms,” Hem Vanndy said. “As we celebrate the 11 winners today, I encourage aspiring entrepreneurs to embrace high standards, cutting-edge technology, and efficiency, contributing to the flourishing entrepreneurial ecosystem of our nation.”
At the same time, Chhieng Vanmunin, Chief Executive Officer of Khmer Enterprise said," After years of implementing this flagship program, Khmer Enterprise has observed that this program has contributed to the promotion of entrepreneurship in Cambodia. The program has built a more interconnected and strong entrepreneurial ecosystem by creating a vibrant environment for entrepreneurs to learn, pilot their businesses, explore investment opportunities, and expand their businesses.”
The Khmer Enterprise Awards Competition, now in its third year, involves rigorous stages, including screening, business presentations, mentoring, and final pitches. The 11 winners across the three categories are:
SME Awards:
1st Winner: 28,000,000 Riel (7,000 USD)
Krousa Lotcha Nomkouchhay
2nd Winner: 24,000,000 Riel (6,000 USD)
Svay Angkor Enterprise
3rd Winner: 20,000,000 Riel (5,000 USD)
Much Mobile Healthcare Co., LTD
4th Winner: 16,000,000 Riel (4,000 USD)
Dam Dous AlvinSME Awards
Startup Awards:
1st Winner: 20,000,000 Riel (5,000 USD)
Organic Sheep Farm
2nd Winner: 16,000,000 Riel (4,000 USD)
Wonderpass Technology Company Limited
3rd Winner: 12,000,000 Riel (3,000 USD)
Jobify (Cambodia) Co., LTD.
4th Winner: 8,000,000 Riel (2,000 USD)
Sabara Best Food Co., LTD
Highschool Awards:
1st Winner: 8,000,000 Riel (2,000 USD)
Kon-Nichiwa
2nd Winner: 6,000,000 Riel (1,500 USD)
The 3R-Youths
3rd Winner: 4,000,000 Riel (1,000 USD)
Bubblegum
Khmer Enterprise Awards Competition aligns with the organization's vision to be a national platform, providing opportunities for networking, cash prizes, mentoring sessions, national and international competitions, and other support programs to foster growth and success among Cambodian entrepreneurs.
For more information, please contact:
Name: Phann Rathanakvichea
Position: Officer
Telephone: +855 (0) 12 32 09 19
E-mail: [email protected]
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