CACCWA Team
Meet our 2024 staff and explore their individual journeys, goals, and passion for contributing to CACCWA. Read on to learn more about what drives them in their dedicated work.
Sambath Eat
Executive Director
Sambath Eat, a member of the Cambodian American community, with a diverse and rich educational background comprising a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Ceramics from the University of Montana, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Asian Studies from the University of Oregon, and a Master of Arts degree in International Studies from the University of Washington. He currently serves as the full-time Executive Director of CACCWA, managing four concurrently funded projects and a team of seven staff members.
He ensures transparent and accountable governance by regularly presenting detailed reports to both the Chairperson and the Executive Committee. His unwavering commitment to realizing CACCWA's vision and mission is a driving force behind the organization's efforts to uplift and empower the community.
Nathalie Chan
Assistant Executive Director of Finance
Nathalie Chan, originally from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, moved to the United States as a child in pursuit of a better education. She graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Finance and Marketing. Nathalie's primary goal is to support her community and reconnect with her Cambodian roots while assisting older generations facing language barriers and challenges in a new country. In her role with the Small Business Resiliency Network (SBRN) and the Equity In Education Coalition (EEC), Nathalie focuses on creating programs that simplify access to business resources and technology for her community. She is also responsible for social media and email marketing, promoting the Cambodian American Community Council of WA (CACCWA) and its initiatives. As a member of the financial committee, Nathalie plays a crucial role in maintaining CACCWA's budget and ensuring financial stability. Her journey from Cambodia to the U.S. and her dedication to her work exemplify determination, cultural reconnection, and a strong commitment to making a meaningful impact through financial stewardship and community support.
Chanphally Tan
Senior Program Coordinator
Chanphally Tan held a Master of Psychology and Bachelor of Business Administration degree in management in Thailand. She is a former Program assistant for United Nation Development and Executive Director for Girl Guides of Cambodian. She had 10 years of experience teaching and 20 years of experience with community organization in Thailand and Australia.
She is currently reciting in Seattle and working with CACCWA as Senior Program Coordinator. Provided support to the Cambodian Senior community with digital work. This work has increased the technical knowledge for these marginalized seniors and given access to the current digital world and opened new opportunities in their lives. At the same time we have built a technology knowledge base in our seniors, we have also opened a new market of tech-savvy people.
Pakun Sin
Senior Advisor
Pakun Sin is a Cambodian American community member with a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering and 27 years of experience as a lead engineer at Boeing. He is a community organizer with a strong passion for community development. He is the former president of the United Cambodian Development Association of WA. He dedicates his time to ensuring the quality of CACCWA’s decision process and that work priorities match CACCWA’s mission and values. He chairs CACCWA’s Finance Committee and provides guidance and advise on financial and programmatic priorities to the executive director.
William Oung
Senior Advisor
William C. Oung is a Cambodian American retiree with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and a Master of Business Administration degree in management. He has over 30 years of experience in public and private sector finance, community organizing and non-profit operations, and bi-lateral governmental relations. He has held various titles including fund manager, international in-house technical advisor, finance supervisor, and economist. Former employers include King County, the World Bank, City of Seattle, Security Pacific Bank, and Seattle Public Schools. One of his roles in CACCWA is to advise CACCWA’s executive director.
Leakh Peach
Senior Program Coordinator
Leakh Peach is a Cambodian American community council member with a Bachelor of Psychology and Teaching strategy of Phnom Penh UW, Cambodia, teached at Kampong Cham teacher vocational school for 8 years, Certified Nursing Assistant In WA. She is currently working as a CNA and Caregiver for 19 years. She is an assistant of digital navigator and hotline services. Her role is to reach out to the Cambodian community, organize workshops, assist teaching during workshops and provide DNP services one on one through hotline and in person.
Tricia Khun
Youth Development Program Coordinator
Tricia Khun is Cambodian American with a diverse cultural background and experience, having spent her childhood years in California and her youth and adulthood in Hawaiʻi. She graduated with a Masters in Public Health (MPH), specializing in Social & Behavioral Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Molecular Cell Biology from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She has worked closely with the Cambodian American community in Hawaii to help create and maintain sustainability of a home garden network program that has provided resources and space for the community to heal, learn, grow, share, and be inspired. She has also created the short documentary film, “The Tree of Life” that helped spark discussions with youth and the Hawaiʻi community on identity and helped several small business owners in the Cambodian American community in Washington to navigate the loan process and access information and resources for their operations. She currently works as a youth program coordinator at CACCWA to provide activities, discussions and resources to help Cambodian youth to navigate issues on mental health, identity, and college and job readiness through digital navigation.
Ryan Sok
Youth Development Program Coordinator
Ryan Sok is a second-generation, Cambodian American from Washington state. Graduated from Seattle University with a Bachelor's in Communication Studies and Minor in Business Administration. Currently working for CACCWA, as a program coordinator for the digital outreach program. His duties include but are not limited to, providing direct assistance with community members for technological assistance and education, development of the digital navigation program, and technological support for CACCWA.
Maxine Tonty
Program Coordinator
I'm Maxine Tonty, a Program Coordinator with CACCWA and a student at UW. My primary focus is on empowering and uplifting the community through education on technology, digital equity, and safety. I'm dedicated to helping small businesses thrive and fostering unity among our community members so that together, we can build a stronger, more connected community.
Sreymom Pech
Assistant SBRN Program Coordinator
Srey Mom Pech is a member of the Cambodian American community with Cambodian and Chinese roots. She is a graduate of Ada Developers Academy, where she specializes in Full Stack Web Development. In her role as an Assistant Program Coordinator for the Small Business Resiliency Network (SBRN), she plays a pivotal role in supporting businesses by providing direct technical assistance. Her expertise includes helping with license renewals, facilitating SBRL and other application processes, sharing valuable grant opportunities, translating documents into Khmer, and working on website development. Her diverse skill set and dedication make her an invaluable resource for the community she serves.
Roatha Sa
Assistant Senior Program Coordinator
Roatha Sa serves as an assistant with the digital navigator service, offering direct technological assistance and education to community members. Her work focuses on helping individuals improve their digital skills and access online services, which is crucial for those who may struggle with technology. Roatha is dedicated to bridging the digital divide by providing personalized support to community members, ensuring they can effectively use digital tools in their daily lives.
In addition to her hands-on assistance, Roatha plays a significant role in developing the digital navigation program to better engage the Cambodian community. She helps organize and facilitate workshops, offering guidance and support during these events to empower participants with digital literacy. Roatha's contributions are key to the program’s mission of promoting digital inclusion and making technology more accessible to all.
Ryan Teal
Assistant Youth Development Program Coordinator
Ryan Teal has been involved with engaging youth in life skill development and athletics starting 2004 with the YMCA. Since then, he has experience with providing after school program education with the Associated Recreation Council of Seattle Parks and Recreation. Ryan grew up heavily influenced by the Martial Arts. Being a 2nd generation Cambodian American, he inherited generational trauma that he has steadily been able to find peace with through the rigorous training methods of Martial Arts. It is no surprise that he has spent almost 2 decades in training because of this, and has found life purpose and a calling to help elevate his community in return. Currently, Ryan works in Physical Therapy as and Recovery Specialist, and is continuing his life calling with CACCWA in empowering, elevating and strengthening Cambodian Americans.
John Tran
Accounting Manager
John Tran works with CACCWA's Board Members and Staff to ensure financial and accounting integrity. His goal while here is to help CACCWA build the necessary internal controls and other financial infrastructures to best carry out its mission. He has lived in the Seattle area for close to two decades and is pursuing his Ph.D. in history at the University of Washington. He holds a MA in Southeast Asian studies, also from UW, MS in Taxation from Golden Gate University (San Francisco, CA), and a BA in Accounting from Portland State University.
Nara Kong
Senior Accountant
Nara Kong is a first-generation Cambodian American who now calls beautiful Washington home after first immigrating to Long Beach, CA with her family. Nara holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Project Management certificate from the University of Washington. She has over 20 years of experience in finance and accounting operations working across various sectors including nonprofits, startups, small businesses and large corporations. Nara joined CACCWA because she wants to get more connected with the Cambodian American community again. In her role as the Senior Accountant she will be supporting and managing CACCWA’s financial and accounting operations and practices. Outside of work Nara enjoys cooking, adventure traveling and exploring the great Pacific Northwest outdoors.
Poline Pak
Finance & Payroll Administrator
Poline Pak is a seasoned financial professional, proudly leading PAK TAX SERVICE LLC since 1992. His extensive expertise covers basic accounting, bookkeeping, payroll services, income tax preparation, and business licensing, catering to a diverse clientele in service-based and retail industries. Specializing in areas like landscaping, adult home care, hair salons/barber shops & spas, wholesalers, and other retail services, Poline has become a trusted advisor. Additionally, he serves as the Finance & Payroll Administrator at CACCWA, bringing his financial acumen to enhance the organization's efficiency and stability.
