When Mr. Pech Ny first joined HEINEKEN Cambodia 30 years ago, he had nothing but ambition in his pockets and dreams in his heart. Back then, he was a single man with humble beginnings; today, he is a husband, a father and a homeowner, with a future built on hard work and hope – all of which he credits to his 30-year journey with HEINEKEN Cambodia.

In a special video commemorating the occasion, Ny reflects on his remarkable journey. Watch Pech Ny’s story on HEINEKEN Cambodia’s Facebook page.

As one of the brewer’s longest-serving employees, Ny has had a hand in everything from selling and marketing beer to ironing out some of the logistical dificulties associated with a country in the midst of rebuilding.

“[Back then] we had to deliver beer by boat to our customers,” he says. “It was quite the operation – and with the warehouse located far from our main markets, getting beer to consumers often felt like [navigating] an obstacle course.”

Ny recalls how, in 1994, delivering beer was no easy feat. He explaines that the Chroy Chongvar Bridge had just been completed – which helped with the transportation of stock – but it was still a challenge to deliver the product to consumers in the surrounding areas, especially Prek Leap.

He highlights that he has delivered HEINEKEN products to some of the most remote provinces, including Mondulkiri – a journey that tested not just his endurance, but also his determination.

“The roads were barely there,” he shares. “We had to navigate bumpy tracks, animal carts and footpaths. During festive occasions like Pchum Ben, the journey from Phnom Penh to Mondulkiri would take 12 to 14 days.”

Besides providing Ny opportunities to use his initiative to solve problems, HEINEKEN Cambodia has also opened other doors, helping him to explore new horizons and make new friends.

“It was my first time on a plane,” Ny says of his first-ever trip to Hanoi to attend a seminar with two HEINEKEN Cambodia colleagues. “The company supported us all the way – they helped us get passports, arranged accommodations and made sure we had everything we needed.”

“That trip wasn’t just about the seminar,” he emphasises. “It was about meeting new people and learning from each other. HEINEKEN Cambodia was willing to invest in me, and it made me feel part of something bigger.”

In 2012, Ny began to push the boundaries of his ambitions, moving from his role as country sales manager – where he led half of the national sales team – into event management as Event Operations Manager. There, he was able to put his creativity to use, coordinating events and activities on behalf of HEINEKEN Cambodia’s brands. 

One event that he is particularly proud of is the Tiger Street Football competition. The tournament brought people together over football – one of Ny’s passions.  Ny is also proud of being recognised for his years of contribution to the brewer.

Ny was married in November 1994 and is now a father of four daughters with one grandchild. His oldest daughter is employed in the banking industry, another is a medical student and the remaining two are still in general education.

From riverboats to business trips in Vietnam, from working with local distributors to collaborating with international colleagues, Ny’s journey with HEINEKEN Cambodia is a testament to growth, resilience and dedication. As Ny himself says, “HEINEKEN Cambodia isn’t just a globally recognised brand – it’s family.”

HEINEKEN Cambodia currently employs over 700 people across the country while supporting a further 66,000 jobs nationwide, according to a socioeconomic impact report conducted by impact measurement consultancy firm Steward Redqueen, to study the company’s contribution to local society and the Cambodian economy.

The report was presented by HEINEKEN’s Regional President for Asia Pacific, Jacco van der Linden, to Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet during a recent visit marking the brewer’s 30 years of contributions to the Kingdom.