About Us
Company Background
Company Background
Company Background
Nexus Capital & Investment Advisory is a boutique firm based in Phnom Penh, specializing in capital raising, mergers & acquisitions, and investment advisory services.
Born from the frustration of witnessing Cambodian businesses struggle to secure funding from strategic institutional investors and achieve scale, Nexus was established on 18
Nexus Capital & Investment Advisory is a boutique firm based in Phnom Penh, specializing in capital raising, mergers & acquisitions, and investment advisory services.
Born from the frustration of witnessing Cambodian businesses struggle to secure funding from strategic institutional investors and achieve scale, Nexus was established on 18 January 2022. Driven by the passion of a seasoned corporate executive, Nexus aims to bridge this gap.
We leverage our deep local understanding and global connections, coupled with our core value of "TRUST," to connect Cambodian companies with strategic institutional investors, fostering collaboration and value creation.
We believe in co-creating value through capital raising, M&A, and investment, empowering Cambodian companies to thrive.
Vision
Company Background
Company Background
To be the value-added financial solutions partner within Cambodia's capital market ecosystem.
Mission
Company Background
Core Values
To bridge the gap between Cambodian businesses and strategic investors by leveraging deep local expertise and global networks.
To drive co-value creation through capital raising, M&A, and investment advisory, while promoting ESG principles within Cambodia's business community.
Core Values
Value Proposition
Core Values
We deeply value TRUST, which permeates every facet of our operations. It serves as the foundation for building enduring relationships with our stakeholders. Our commitment to TRUST is grounded in our five core values."
Trust: We hold Warren Buffett's wisdom: "It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it." We deepl
We deeply value TRUST, which permeates every facet of our operations. It serves as the foundation for building enduring relationships with our stakeholders. Our commitment to TRUST is grounded in our five core values."
Trust: We hold Warren Buffett's wisdom: "It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it." We deeply understand that we are in business for generations to come, which is why we are dedicated to not only building trust but also safeguarding it at all times.
Respect: We foster an inclusive environment where all individuals we engage with, regardless of their background, are treated with respect. We firmly believe that mutual respect forms the cornerstone of effective communication and understanding.
Understanding: We engage with our clients, partners, and stakeholders with deep respect, actively listening to comprehend their unique needs, allowing us to craft tailored solutions.
Stakeholders: We prioritize creating value and fostering positive impacts on all stakeholders, including our team, clients, partners, and the environment.
Transparency: We conduct all our interactions with clients, partners, and stakeholders with a commitment to transparency.
Value Proposition
Value Proposition
Value Proposition
Nexus believes in going beyond traditional advisory services. We leverage our deep-rooted understanding of the local businesses, cultivated over 12 years of experience, and a wide-reaching global network of a substantial number of institutional investors. This allows us to connect our clients with not just capital, but with strategic part
Nexus believes in going beyond traditional advisory services. We leverage our deep-rooted understanding of the local businesses, cultivated over 12 years of experience, and a wide-reaching global network of a substantial number of institutional investors. This allows us to connect our clients with not just capital, but with strategic partners who bring invaluable expertise, extensive networks, and a strong reputation. This synergistic approach empowers our clients to achieve growth potential. We are proud to share two inspiring stories of impact.
Empowering Pharmaceutical Growth: Nexus assisted a pharmaceutical trading company with developing a business plan. Recognizing the client's potential, we leveraged our network to introduce them to a Singaporean venture firm specializing in healthcare. This potential collaboration will enable the client to secure exclusive distribution rights for medical equipment and devices, transforming their business portfolio and growth potential.
Unlocking Opportunities for an MFI: Nexus successfully secured $2.95 million in debt financing from a local commercial bank for a microfinance institution (MFI) with assets over $25 million. In addition to raising capital, Nexus has connected the MFI with several institutional investors, including development finance institutions (DFIs) and ESG-focused investors. These connections provide the MFI with access to a broader investor network, opening doors to new opportunities. By actively engaging with these investors, Nexus obtained valuable feedback on their investment mandates. This critical insight allowed both Nexus and the MFI to refine strategies, enhancing the MFI’s investment readiness and positioning them for future access to blended finance solutions.
These examples demonstrate how Nexus goes beyond traditional advisory roles. We act as catalysts, connecting clients with the right opportunities and empowering them to achieve their full potential.
Our Advisory Services
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory
Provide comprehensive M&A advisory services, acting as both sell-side and buy-side advisors. We guide clients through the entire M&A lifecycle, from initial target identification and valuation to due diligence, negotiation, and post-merger integration.
Capital Raising Advisory
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory
Provide tailored strategies to help clients secure debt and equity financing from a wide range of sources, including banks, development finance institutions (DFIs), private equity firms, family offices, and fund management companies. By leveraging our expertise and extensive network, we ensure clients access the right funding solutions to meet their growth and operational needs.
Corporate Advisory
Investment Advisory
Investment Advisory
Offer tailored corporate advisory services to prepare your company for investment readiness, whether for capital raising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), or general corporate purposes. Our services include developing project proposals, business plans, confidential information memoranda, and company profiles, ensuring your business is stra
Offer tailored corporate advisory services to prepare your company for investment readiness, whether for capital raising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), or general corporate purposes. Our services include developing project proposals, business plans, confidential information memoranda, and company profiles, ensuring your business is strategically positioned to attract strategic investors and achieve its goals.
Investment Advisory
Investment Advisory
Investment Advisory
Provide strategic guidance on investment opportunities in Cambodia, leveraging deep market expertise to identify and optimize high-value prospects. We also offer fund and portfolio management services, catering to the unique needs of high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors
Industry Focus & Criteria
Focused Industries
Focused Industries
Focused Industries
We specialize in providing advisory services across a diverse range of sectors, including but not limited to:
- Financial Services: Commercial banks, microfinance institutions and financial leasing institutions
- Healthcare: Hospitals, specialised clinics
- Education: International schools (K-12)
- Real Estate: Commercial real estate development, residential real estate development and hospitality (hotels)
While specializing in these key industries, Nexus remains sector-agnostic, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of clients across all sectors, including infrastructure (such as SEZs, transport & logistics).
Geographic Focus (Cambodia):
- Phnom Penh
- Other major provinces such as Siam Reap and Battambang
Criteria
Focused Industries
Focused Industries
Capital Raising Advisory
Financial institutions:
- Commercial banks: Asset / loan book: $150+ million; tick size: $10+ million
- MFIs & financial leasing: Asset / loan book: $15+ million; ticket size: $5.0+ million
Non-financial institutions:
- Asset / turnover: $2.0+ million; ticket size: $1.0+ million
M&A and Equity Financing Advisory
- Financial institutions (MFIs & financial leasing): Asset / loan book: $2.0+ million
- Non-financial institutions: Asset / turnover: $2.0+ million
Investment Advisory
- Offer fund and portfolio management services for high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors with a minimum investment of $1 million.
Team
SIM Sisavuthara | Founder & CEO
SIM Sisavuthara | Founder & CEO
SIM Sisavuthara | Founder & CEO
Sim Sisavuthara, Founder & CEO of Nexus Capital & Investment Advisory, is a seasoned financial professional with over 14 years of experience. He has held senior leadership roles in the financial sector, including serving as CEO and advisor at two trust companies and head of planning & strategy at a commercial bank. Prior to this, he honed
Sim Sisavuthara, Founder & CEO of Nexus Capital & Investment Advisory, is a seasoned financial professional with over 14 years of experience. He has held senior leadership roles in the financial sector, including serving as CEO and advisor at two trust companies and head of planning & strategy at a commercial bank. Prior to this, he honed his analytical and financial modeling skills as a senior analyst at two reputable securities firms for seven years. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the Cambodian financial landscape and a strong foundation in trust business, strategic planning, research & analysis, company valuation, capital raising (including IPOs, private debt, private placements, and bank loans), and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).
Since founding Nexus in January 2022, Thara has spearheaded its growth, achieving significant milestones. These include securing $2.95 million in debt financing for a microfinance institution and developing a robust pipeline of high-value projects, such as raising $50 million for a hospitality project, and serving as a sell-side advisor for M&A transactions involving a hospital, an international school, and two microfinance institutions.
Thara’s vision extends beyond transactions; he believes in creating value for clients by connecting them with strategic investors who bring not only capital but also expertise, networks, and reputational strength. This approach has enabled Nexus’s clients to unlock new opportunities and achieve growth potentials.
Thara actively contributes to Cambodia's business community. He serves as a member of the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce and has been actively involved in various initiatives, including serving as a judge and trainer on SME investment readiness for Khmer Enterprise and participating in a panel discussion on green financing challenges for the Cambodia Microfinance Association.
Thara holds a Master of Management (Finance) from the University of Melbourne, Australia, and a Bachelor's Degree (Honours) in Economics from Pannasastra University of Cambodia. He also successfully completed an 8-month management trainee program at OSK Investment Bank Berhad in Malaysia.
Timol PEN, ACCA | Partner Firm
SIM Sisavuthara | Founder & CEO
SIM Sisavuthara | Founder & CEO
Nexus Capital & Investment Advisory has partnered with ATAP & Partners Company Limited for accounting, tax, and audit advisory services since 2022. ATAP & Partners Company Limited is a professional consulting firm having registered as a professional accounting and audit firm with license from National Accounting Council; KICPAA's license
Nexus Capital & Investment Advisory has partnered with ATAP & Partners Company Limited for accounting, tax, and audit advisory services since 2022. ATAP & Partners Company Limited is a professional consulting firm having registered as a professional accounting and audit firm with license from National Accounting Council; KICPAA's license No. C-00064; tax agent license No. TA 201802001; Trademark Agent license with license with Ministry of Commerce.
Timol is Founder & Partner of ATAP & Partners Company Limited. He has more than 10 years of professional experience. His skill set is a dynamic combination of audit, finance, investment analysis, and complicated tax application. He started his professional career in the Assurance and Risk & Control Solution divisions at one of the globally recognized “Big Four” firms. He then became a representative of a Japanese investment fund, overseeing the performance of investment portfolios in Cambodia and India before founding ATAP & Partners. He has also acted as a judge and mentor for several startup programs, namely DBS Social Venture Challenge Asia, WeCreate, MOC 101, Impact Hub Phnom Penh Mentoring Program, and Khmer Enterprise Financial Assistance Package.
During his academic life, he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance & Banking from PaññāsāstraUniversity, with additional undergraduate programs at Hong Kong University (2009), UniversitiSains Malaysia (2010), and DankookUniversity (South Korea, 2011). Personally, he is optimistic and humble and always looks for positive change in every aspect of life. He is also a member of ACCA, a member of KICPAA, and a licensed Tax Agent.