About ITACHAM
The Italian Business Chamber Cambodia (ItaCham)
ItaCham is the Italian national chapter of the European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia since 2017. We focus on connecting people, ideas, and businesses to foster deeper economic, cultural, and creative exchanges between Italy and Cambodia.
- ItaCham is an independent, non-political organization, and works closely with the European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EuroCham), benefiting from its infrastructure and legal status. This partnership allows us to provide our members with the resources, networks, and expertise needed to succeed in both the Cambodian and Italian markets. Together, we are creating a thriving community that brings together businesses, entrepreneurs, and cultural leaders from both countries to build lasting relationships and shared opportunities.
At ItaCham, we focus on connecting people, ideas, and businesses to foster deeper economic, cultural, and creative exchanges between Italy and Cambodia. Our core activities center around creating platforms for meaningful dialogue and collaboration while promoting Italian culture and values within the Cambodian context.
What We Do
ItaCham, under EuroCham Cambodia, supports Italian-Cambodian collaboration in culture, business, and trade, aligning with key member benefits:
Cultural Exchange and Celebration
Organizes cultural events like exhibitions, culinary programs, and festivals to highlight Italian and Cambodian traditions. Provides members opportunities to connect with audiences and promote their businesses through cultural initiatives.Business Connections and Trade Facilitation
Bridges Italian and Cambodian businesses by fostering trade partnerships, investments, and market exploration. Offers members resources, market insights, and platforms to navigate opportunities in Cambodia. Supports advocacy efforts through EuroCham, engaging with authorities to address business challenges.Membership Growth and Networking
Hosts networking events to connect members with decision-makers, professionals, and partners from Italy and Cambodia. Provides platforms for members to promote their expertise and gain visibility through ItaCham and EuroCham networks.Collaboration with EuroCham
Works with EuroCham to manage event logistics, provide regulatory guidance, and offer resources to members, ensuring tailored support for Italian-Cambodian businesses.
Who We Are
Gabriele Faja
ItaCham Interim Chairman
Gabriele Faja is an Italian entrepreneur, having graduated from the Royal College of Music in London. He is the founder and director of several ventures including Soundskool Music, The Piano Shop Cambodia, US-based software company Blue.cc, Bellini Bistro and ItalianCambodianArts.org. He was the director of production of the Opera Madama Butterfly in 2023, and has been strongly associated with Italian arts and culture in Cambodia.
Riccardo Corrado
ItaCham Interim Vice-Chairman
With a Ph.D. in Information Engineering, Master’s in Telecommunications Engineering and Bachelor’s in Electronics Engineering, from the University of Trieste (Italy), a Master’s in Education from the University of Johannesburg (South Africa), and an MBA in Business Analytics from Abertay University (UK), his research focuses on IT for sustainable development, telecommunication regulations, digital transformation, and the new space economy.
Riccardo has a strong passion for enhancing the ties between Italy and Cambodia, through culture, education, fashion, and business opportunities across strategic sectors.
Haseeb Daudani
ItaCham Interim Secretary General
Haseeb Daudani has over 15 years of experience in financial services, Agri-business, and ICT across East Africa, in Papua New Guinea, and in Cambodia.
He is the Executive Director and co-founder of Discovery Group in Uganda, where he built partnerships in the commodities sector and played a pivotal role in establishing the infrastructure for coffee processing and trading.
Haseeb holds an MBA in Global Business and Sustainability from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan, Italy, and a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Religion and Finance from York University in Toronto, Canada.
Ms. Hoang Vu Thach Thao (Zoe)
ItaCham Interim Treasurer
Zoe was born and raised in Vietnam and holds a degree in International Business Administration from the International University of Ho Chi Minh City.
She began her career in the logistics and supply chain industry in 2015, gaining valuable experience in customer service, procurement, and business development roles across Vietnam and Cambodia.
Since early 2024, Zoe has been serving as the Branch Manager for Savino Del Bene Cambodia, a leading Italian multinational company specializing in international shipping and logistics.
Pierre Tami
ItaCham Interim Board Member
Pierre Tami, also known locally as Sen Seila, is a distinguished social entrepreneur with over 40 years of transformative experience across Asia, focusing on pioneering initiatives in Cambodia since the early 1990s.
As the founder of multiple international organizations spanning non-profit and commercial sectors, Pierre has dedicated his career to driving social development and fostering sustainable economic growth. In 2016, he established the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia, a prestigious institution committed to training and empowering the next generation of culinary professionals in the region and beyond.
In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Pierre serves as an advisor to Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia. Since September 2024, he has also contributed as an interim board member of ItaCham (Italian Chamber of Commerce).
Pierre’s remarkable contributions have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards. These include a recognition from former U.S. Secretary of State the late Colin Powell, the Royal Order of Sahametrei conferred by His Majesty the King of Cambodia, honors from the Prime Minister of Cambodia, and Switzerland’s prestigious Brandenberger Prize.
Pierre is married to Simonetta, and together they are proud parents of three daughters and grandparents to six grandchildren.
Ung Khemara Bormeychan
ItaCham Interim Administrative Assistant
Ung Khemara Bormeychan is an undergraduate at CamEd Business School, pursuing double degrees in Accounting and Finance and International Economics. She was a YSEALI Fellow for the 2024 YSEALI Academic Spring Fellowship at the University of Texas Austin, focusing on Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development.
Khemara is also a campus ambassador for KPMG Cambodia and has held leadership roles in university clubs. Her involvement in Cambodian youth-led groups has led her to participate in international events across the US, Japan, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Passionate about public speaking and debates, she has presented at major events in Cambodia, the US, Thailand, Singapore, Japan, and Vietnam.
She is currently an admin assistant apprentice at the Italian Business Chamber Cambodia (ItaCham), gaining real-world experience while continuing her academic and professional development.
