The people behind the work.

Tou is one of Lao PDR’s leading facilitators, with experience spanning leadership development, strategic retreats and complex stakeholder discussions. Working in Lao and English, he helps business leaders, government officials and development partners work through difficult questions, challenge assumptions and reach decisions they can act on. His presence, warmth and creative approach engage participants while keeping the work focused and productive. A co-founder of Lao New Wave Cinema Group, Tou won Best Actor at the 2012 Lao Entertainment Awards for At the Horizon. His background in film, design and communication brings a distinctive strength to his work with people.

Keo combines a track record of building businesses with more than 20 years of experience across business, economics and private sector development. The founder of 108.jobs, he leads Katalyst’s MSME work, supporting enterprise growth, innovation and entrepreneurship. His work with government agencies and development partners spans regulatory reform, institutional strengthening and economic development, including facilitating dialogue between government and business. He brings commercial judgment, economic expertise and extensive networks to assignments that require an understanding of both business realities and public policy, helping clients translate their priorities into practical programs and partnerships.

Tony brings four decades of experience across business, management and professional development and is one of the region’s most experienced learning designers. His career spans Asia, Australia, Europe and North America, combining direct management experience with consulting, program design and facilitation. At Katalyst, his work encompasses corporate learning, government capacity building and development sector programs—from developing frontline managers and senior leaders to strengthening enterprises and institutions. As Chief Learning Officer, he connects the bigger picture with the detail that makes development work: understanding the client’s challenge, designing the right approach, creating practical tools and supporting effective delivery and application.