Passion through management and design, bringing innovation and creative experiences to life.

Sokoun has been involved in the hotel and restaurant business for more than fifteen years, which might seem like a short time, but in that time his concepts have garnered a host of awards and accolades, and his properties are recognized as leaders in their regions. However, Sokoun is more than his corporate avatar, his concepts are also garnering attention for their positive social and environmental impact.

Sokoun is primarily responsible for seeking out opportunities to expand the Shinta Mani and Hôtel de la Paix brands across Asia. Raised in Bangkok, with roots in Cambodia, Sokoun is a native son to Southeast Asia, but received his BA at Boston University. His experience extends to hotel property, restaurant and bar development.

As founder of HMD Asia, Bed Management, Hôtel de la Paix, Shinta Mani, Bed Supperclub and other concepts Sokoun brings a wealth of industry knowledge to the boardroom table.

Oversight of all the HMDAsia owned and managed portfolio of hotels being Shinta Mani Hotels, TRIBE Phnom Penh Post Office Square , La Residence Phou Vao,   Sofitel Luang Prabng, 3 Nagas Hotel - MGallery Collection Luang Prabang, and JATI Koh Russey.
 
Born in Australia, Anthony started his 3-decades long career in hospitality in Sydney, including the opening the Regent (now Four Seasons), before moving to Thailand as opening General Manager of Amanresorts first and flagship resort when he was 27 years old, running Amanpuri for 12 years, with responsibility for the openings/operations of Aman properties in Bali and Myanmar.
 
Anthony then partnered with the owners of Trisara to help design, develop and manage the operations of the resort and the sale of 30 large villas, including Phuket’s first and only Michelin Star restaurant, PRU.
 
He also established and was founding President of the Phuket Hotels Association.
 
Anthony now leads the operations of HMD’s hospitality management business, where his passion for sustainability and education combine with his love of creating exceptional hospitality experiences for our staff and guests.
 
Anthony is married with 4 sons.

Founder, Mekong Funk

Sanya Souvanna Phouma, a scion of Lao royalty, is a key figure in Bangkok’s nightlife. Known for creating the iconic Bed Supperclub, he later collaborated with designer Ashley Sutton to launch hotspots like Maggie Choo’s and Sing Sing Theatre. Today, through his company Mekong Funk, Sanya develops his Lao eatery, Funky Lam Kitchen, across the region. He also serves as Chief Brand and Heritage Strategist for HMD Asia, managing properties in Laos and Cambodia.

Benjamin Lehmann is a hospitality leader with over 10 years of experience across Southeast Asia, having held senior operational and commercial leadership roles in Cambodia and Thailand. As Chief Commercial Officer, Cambodia, he leads the commercial strategy for HMD Asia’s Cambodian portfolio while continuing in his role as General Manager of Shinta Mani Angkor.



His experience spans hotel operations, sales and marketing, revenue management, distribution, digital performance, brand positioning, and business development. With a strong focus on commercial performance, Benjamin works closely with property leadership teams to identify opportunities, strengthen market positioning, and drive sustainable revenue growth across the portfolio.



Prior to his current role, Benjamin held General Manager, Cluster General Manager, and other senior leadership positions with international and independent hospitality groups in Thailand and Cambodia. His career has included city hotels, resorts, luxury hospitality, and purpose-driven tourism projects.

Originally from Switzerland, Benjamin has spent more than a decade living and working in Southeast Asia and brings a combination of international hospitality experience and deep knowledge of the Cambodian market.

With over two decades of dedicated experience in human resources management and leadership in the hospitality industry, Sokros, our Group Director of People and Culture, excels in HR strategic objective setting, crafting impactful HR policies, nurturing inclusive corporate cultures, and spearheading initiatives to enhance HR proficiency and growth.
Sokros holds a Master's Degree in General Management and a Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of both HR principles and industry-specific dynamics.
 
He has been recognized for his outstanding contributions and was honored with the Asia Pacific Marriott HR Leadership Award. Additionally, he holds certifications as a Certified Strategy and Business Planning, Certified KPI Professional, Certified HR Manager, Certified Trainer, and Marriott Talent Acquisition Champion in Cambodia, further highlighting his commitment to excellence and innovation in the field of Human Resources.

Mun Chan Socheat is the Group Director of Finance at HMD Asia, bringing nearly two decades of experience in financial management, accounting, and taxation. He has a proven track record of enhancing financial operations in diverse industries, including hospitality, telecommunications, and trading & distribution.

Socheat began his career as an Accountant in the telecommunications sector, before advancing to the role of Auditor at one of the Big Four audit firms in Cambodia. He then held key leadership positions in both local and international companies, where he adeptly managed financial operations and implemented robust financial controls and reporting systems.
In his current capacity at HMD Asia, Socheat oversees the accounting and finance functions for multiple hotels and restaurants.

Socheat holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting and Finance. He has also completed the ACCA qualification and achieved CFA Level I, II, and III. As an ACCA member since 2009, he remains committed to professional excellence and continuous improvement in financial management.

With 14 years of experience in the hotel and restaurant development industry, Deaw has built a strong foundation in procurement and day-to-day operations at the corporate level. She brings a focus on creating smooth, efficient workflows that empower teams to deliver exceptional service while maintaining cost control. From sourcing materials and equipment to negotiating with suppliers, arranging logistics, and coordinating across departments, Deaw ensures that everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes.
In her current role, Deaw works closely with diverse, multicultural teams and values collaboration and clear communication as essential drivers of success. Whether she’s improving processes, solving operational challenges, or supporting team development, she is passionate about delivering results that make a meaningful impact on both the guest experience and the overall business.

Steven Hsu is a digital marketing and technology professional with over a decade of experience across hospitality, travel, healthcare, technology, consumer goods, and digital media. As Head of Digital Performance at HMD Asia, his expertise spans digital strategy, performance marketing, SEO, analytics, MarTech, CRM, web development, UX, and digital transformation.

Steven specializes in connecting marketing strategy with the technology and systems required to deliver measurable commercial results. His experience covers customer acquisition, paid media, websites, analytics infrastructure, platform integrations, conversion optimization, and data-driven decision-making.
Throughout his career, Steven has worked across complex digital ecosystems, from building large-scale audience and organic search growth to delivering high-performing digital campaigns. At HMD Asia, he focuses on strengthening digital performance across the portfolio and ensuring that marketing, data, technology, and customer experience work together to drive sustainable growth.