InternationalProject ManagementConference 2026
Future of Project Leadership:Delivering Value
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© 2013-2026 PMI Mongolia Chapter. All rights reserved.
Future of Project Leadership:Delivering Value
© 2013-2026 PMI Mongolia Chapter. All rights reserved.
The group of companies under her management are in various business sectors of Mongolia including mining,mineral explorations, rehabilitation, construction and production of building materials consisting close to 1000+ employees. Monpolymet Group is recognized nationally for leading the industry’s standards for land rehabilitation by taking seriously the environmental responsibility of its mining activities holding the “Best Rehabilitating Company of the Year” award fourteen years in a row and listed as Forbes top 15 local group companies. With a vision to help build her country’s fundamental infrastructure, her latest accomplishment was implementing Mongolia’s first technologically advanced and environmentally friendly cement plant that set new quality standards for Mongolian construction sector. As a result, MonCement project was recognized as EBRD’s “the first project of Mongolia with Gender and Social action plans” in 2016 and “Environment & Social Best Practice – Sustainability award” in 2017.
She has been selected as the one of the leading entrepreneurs for Forbes 30 under 30 list and also as the first female entrepreneur representing Mongolia at EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women Asia-Pacific. Currently serving as Board director of American Chamber for Commerce, Business Council of Mongolia, a member of Who's Who of Professionals Historical Society, Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society and former Chapter chair of YPO Mongolia. As a mother of four, she’s a passionate supporter of women in business and children’s health through her family’s foundation to against poverty.
Монполимет Группын Гүйцэтгэх захирал байх хугацаандаа тэрээр Монгол улсдаа анх удаа хамгийн орчин үеийн техник технологитой, бүрэн автоматжсан, байгаль орчинд ээлтэй, импортыг орлох ЭКО цементийн үйлдвэрийн төсөл болох Монцемент үйлдвэрийн төслийг хэрэгжүүлсэн юм. Үүний дүнд Европын Сэргээн Босголт Хөгжлийн Банкнаас Монцемент төслийг 2016 онд “Жендэр ба нийгмийн үйл ажиллагааны төлөвлөгөөтэй Монголын анхны төсөл”, 2017 онд “Байгаль орчин, нийгмийн хариуцлагын шилдэг төсөл-Тогтвортой хөгжлийг хангагч” төслөөр тус тус шалгаруулав.
Тэрээр Форбес сэтгүүлийн 30-аас доош насны шилдэг 30 бизнеэс эрхлэгчдийн нэгээр сонгогдож, Ази Номхон далайн бүс нутагт Монгол улсыг төлөөлсөн анхны эмэгтэй болсон юм. Н. Мөнхнасан нь Монголын Бизнесийн зөвлөлийн ТУЗ, YPO, Who's Who of Professionals Historical Society, Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society зэрэг байгууллагуудын гишүүн юм. Дөрвөн хүүхдийн ээжийн хувьд тэрээр эмэгтэйчүүдийн хөдөлмөр эрхлэлт, хүүхдийн эрүүл мэнд, ядуурлын эсрэг төслүүдийг идэвхитэй дэмжигч нэгэн юм.
Тэрээр тус банкны Зүүн Азийн газарт Байгаль орчин хариуцсан Тэргүүлэх мэргэжилтнээр ажиллах хугацаандаа Улаанбаатар хотын агаарын чанарыг сайжруулах хөтөлбөр зэрэг бодлогын дэмжлэг, зээлийн санхүүжилтийн үйл ажиллагааг тэргүүлж байв. Ноён Рамачандран нь Ази болон Номхон далайн олон улс оронд бодлогын шинэтгэл хэрэгжүүлэх, санхүүжилтийн хүртээмжийг нэмэгдүүлэх, чадавхыг бэхжүүлэх төсөл хөтөлбөрүүдийг манлайлан ажилласан туршлагатай нэгэн. Тэрээр АНУ-ын Коллеж Парк хот дахь Мэрилэндийн Их сургуулийг Төрийн Удирдлагын магистрын зэрэгтэй, Энэтхэг Улсын Делигийн Эдийн Засгийн Их сургуулийг Хөгжлийн социологийн магистр зэрэгтэй төгссөн.
Азербайжаны иргэн ноён Руфат Алимарданов анх 1997 онд Олон Улсын Санхүүгийн Корпорацийн Вашингтон дахь оффист нэгдэж, үйлдвэрлэл, үйлчилгээ болон санхүүгийн зах зээлийн салбарыг хариуцан ажиллаж байв. Улмаар 2004 онд Москва дахь оффист томилогдон, Олон Улсын Санхүүгийн Корпорацийн Зүүн Европын бизнес хөгжлийн багийг удирдаж, үйлдвэрлэл, үйлчилгээ (улмаар хөдөө аж ахуйн бизнес), нефть, хий, уул уурхайн салбарын асуудлыг эрхэлж байжээ. 2011 онд Киев, 2017 онд Истанбулд томилогдон ажиллаж байсан ноён Алимарданов 2019 оноос ОУСК-ийн Монгол дахь үйл ажиллагааг тэргүүлэхээр Суурин төлөөлөгчөөр томилогдсон юм. ОУСК-аас өмнө тэрбээр Азербайжан, Орос, Туркт арилжааны банкны секторт, мөн АНУ-д харилцаа холбооны салбарт ажиллаж байсан туршлагатай.
LuAnn Piccard, PMP
PMI Board of Directors Chair
LuAnn Piccard, PMP, is the Chair of the Board of Directors of Project Management Institute. She served on the PMI Board from 2019 to 2021, and again from 2022 to the present.
Piccard is a professor and chair of the Project Management Department at the University of Alaska Anchorage, USA. In addition to her career in academia, Piccard has more than 20 years of experience in technology-sector project and portfolio management, including 10 years as a senior executive for Hewlett Packard, Agilent Technologies, and Advanced Energy Industries, where she led complex, profitable, and cross-functional businesses serving customers worldwide.
She is a regular speaker at events and conferences around the world and has served as a volunteer director for 11 non-profit boards, including 10 years as an officer and director for Habitat for Humanity of Anchorage.
Piccard holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Engineering, both from Stanford University, USA. She is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
Pierre Le Manh, PMP
PMI President & CEO
Pierre Le Manh has been serving as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Project Management Institute since September 2022. A global executive with a multicultural background and experience in leading companies across multiple knowledge industries, he has a proven track record of delivering results and guiding organizations through complex transformations and globalization. He is passionate about leading teams to innovate with purpose and to create new ways of disseminating specialized knowledge, upskilling, and education.
Before joining PMI, Pierre led the preparation for the expansion into North America of Galileo Global Education, a leading global provider of higher education and education technology platforms, in which he is an investor.
Previously, he served as Chief Executive Officer for North America and as Global Deputy CEO at Ipsos, one of the world’s largest data, analytics, and insights companies. Pierre played a crucial role in transforming Ipsos from a primarily European-focused organization with $700 million in revenue in 2004, to a $2.5 billion global industry leader by 2021, and in growing the company to more than 18,000 employees operating in 90 countries, successively leading various regions and global business lines.
Earlier in his career, Pierre was the CEO of Consodata, a leader in first and third-party consumer data, precision, and digital marketing. He began his career at the consulting giant Accenture, subsequently serving as CFO of the performing arts nonprofit, Adami, CEO of digital publisher, Encyclopaedia Universalis, and CEO of CFL Holding, a family office with various assets in direct-to-consumer marketing services and the real estate industries.
Born and raised in France to a Vietnamese father and a French mother, Pierre has lived in several countries before settling in New York City in 2013. He is fluent in English, French, and Italian. His interests include traveling the world to visit his large family and friends, watching Paris Saint-Germain soccer games, and exploring Manhattan on his electric scooter. He has two sons who reside in Paris and London.
SoHyun Kang, CAPM, PMP
PMI Regional Managing Director, Asia Pacific
SoHyun Kang is the Regional Managing Director of PMI’s Asia Pacific region. SoHyun is responsible for growing markets and delivering positive values to individuals, organizations, and societies in the Asia Pacific region.
In 2014, she joined PMI to establish the PMI Asia Pacific office in Singapore. Since then, she has led teams for chapter engagement, volunteer development, corporate engagement, channel sales, marketing & communications, and events.
With close to 20 years of experience in professional association management, SoHyun previously led the development of regional growth strategies and implementations for growing communities of MDRT (Million Dollar Round Table) and ISPE (International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering) in the Asia Pacific region.
SoHyun holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from Korea University and graduated executive program at the National University of Singapore. She is a certified PMP (Project Management Professional) and DASM (Disciplined Agile Scrum Master). SoHyun lives in Singapore with her husband and daughter.
Mr.Tumentsogt (Tumen) Tsevegmid currently serves as the President of the Project Management Institute (PMI) Mongolia Chapter, Board Chairman of the Business Council of Mongolia (BCM), and Board Member of the Future Energy Mongolian Hydrogen Council (FEMHC).
He is manager with 28 years of professional experience of working for public and private sectors, including serving as a CEO at Erdenes Mongol company - Mongolia’s largest sovereign wealth fund responsible for managing Government strategic mining assets, Board Director at the world class copper & gold asset - Oyu Tolgoi, team leader for investment lending projects at the World Bank - international financial institution, executive responsible for Mongolia operations at the global multinational company - General Electric, serving as a Commissioner at the Energy Regulatory Commission in Mongolia, managing and implementing projects with multiple clients and donors.
Mr.Tumentsogt has extensive experience in infrastructure sector and has been involved in developing Mongolia’s first grid connected - Salkhit wind park 50 MW; representing shareholders’ interests at the Oyu Tolgoi (OT) Board and dealing with complex issues of power supply, financing, construction of the OT underground mine, discussions with the Government on benefits sharing; managing and co-managing investment lending projects in renewables, power sector, water and contributing to analytical work and studies at the World Bank/IDA.
Mr.Tumentsogt holds Master of Sciences (MSc) degree in Electrical Engineering from Moscow Power Engineering Institute (Russia), and Master of Public Affairs (MPA) in Public Administration from the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University (USA).
Mr.Tumentsogt is a reliable team player with strong communications skills, extensive network and connections at the different branches of the Government of Mongolia, business community and expat community in Mongolia, with passion for learning and strong sense of ethics and integrity. Key areas of expertise include project management, investment lending, project preparation, development and implementation, project finance, power sector regulation, regional energy cooperation, renewable energy, energy efficiency, urban infrastructure development, project social and environmental safeguards.
Dr. Danny Chung, PMP
PMI Region Advisor
Dr. Danny Chung is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in international business and technology leadership. He has held senior global roles at Chubb Life, AIG, Cathay Pacific, and Sun Life. His expertise includes global strategy, business transformation, mergers and acquisitions, and program management. Dr. Chung has been a long-term PMI volunteer with over two decades of experience in various countries and chapters. He is also a longtime friend of the PMI Mongolia Chapter, which he supported during its formation and early conferences.
Munkhtuya Tseveenbayar
Munkhtuya Tseveenbayar is a highly skilled Transformation and System Analyst with over 15 years of experience in Management and Business Transformation Consulting, working with leading organizations like Accenture, Deloitte, and Mongolian governmental entities. She specializes in System Analysis, Business Analysis, and Change Management, with significant contributions to international projects with UNDP, ADB, USAID, and WWF. Currently a Ph.D. candidate in Strategic Transformation, Munkhtuya Ts. is also a faculty member at the Mongolian University of Science and Technology, teaching Digital Transformatation, Project Management and related subjects. Known for her strategic thinking, mentorship, and leadership, she actively engages in various advisory and mentorship roles, supporting women and youth in technology and resource sectors.
Prof. Dr. Kelvin WAN, PMP
EMBA Professor (in Practice)
City University of Hong Kong
Prof. Wan is a professional master-trainer and coach in IT/IS field. He has been providing live training and coaching services to more than 19,000 executives in last 25 years coming from US, UK, Middle East, Asia Pacific regions and. The average working experience of learners is 15 years.
Prof. Wan possesses a growth mindset. He demonstrated the continuous learning attitude of graduate that he set a very good example in front of our project professionals. He is the youngest Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) and graduate in the history of CityU (City University of Hong Kong, Global Top 50 university (QS2021 Ranking)).
Recently, during pandemic period, Kelvin organized a ground-breaking large-scale training over Zoom virtual platform. More than 3,500 working professionals attended with more than 30,000 PDU (Continuous Professional Development Unit) issued. It breaks the myth that soft-skill training could only be delivered in physical room by adopting high-touch technologies e.g. virtual break-out room, virtual white-board, virtual collaboration tools … etc. He is nominated to the Government’s Pandemic Innovation Award.
He is also a practitioning-scholar. His recent research paper about Soft Competence for project executives has been accepted by a renowned US forum and published on major search engines. This research results were particularly relevant for all project talent employment under the AI Era in coming decades.
Kelvin is an experienced project professional. He has been the Global Head of PMO in HSBC to roll out a multi-million USD learning projects to 78 countries world-wide
Prof. Wan set up his own training and consulting company in 2019 as the Chief Consultant and Global Master Trainer. In his current role, his main responsibilities are overseeing the working professionals upskilling, PMO-setup, talent management, capability assessment and curriculum development for the listed companies.
Roche Van Der Merwe
Roché leads the establishment of the MPDO at Rio Tinto Mongolia LLC and will be pivotal to building collaborative partnerships with the Studies and Oyu Tolgoi teams, maximising synergies across our OT growth projects.
Roché is currently working for the Defence Force in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) overseeing multiple projects to build capability within defence services. Roché brings a wealth of global experience in both greenfield and brownfield projects, with experience in mining, aviation, military, commercial, smelter and hydro-metallurgical projects.
Purevdulam Jamiyansuren
Purevdulam Jamiyansuren is a Chief Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at USAID-funded BEST Program implemented by Development Solutions NGO.
Purevdulam Jamiyansuren is a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research Specialist with over 15 years of experience in private sector and international development, specializing in SME development, socio-economic research, and program evaluation.
Currently, as the Chief Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for the USAID-funded Business Excellence for Sustainability and Transparency (BEST) Program in
Mongolia, she leads strategic learning and impact evaluations, overseeing the program’s effectiveness across 12 rural provinces and Ulaanbaatar. Purevdulam J. has actively contributed to disseminating research findings through various platforms, including facilitating workshops and conferences to promote data-driven advocacy and to drive evidence-based decision-making and policy-making practices.
Munguntuya Otgonjargal, PMP
Munguntuya Otgonjargal is a program and project management professional with over 15 years of experience. She has a diverse practice in mining, urban development, placemaking and community building, and social sectors of Mongolia. She served as a board member for PMI Mongolia Chapter between 2016-2017 and has been an active member of PMI since 2015. Munguntuya is a Fulbright Fellow and a graduate of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a degree in urban and regional
planning and a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
Takeshi Hayama, Ph.D., PMP, President of PMI Japan Chapter
Takeshi Hayama is the President, PMI Japan Chapter/ Technology Strategist, NTT DATA Group Corporation. He has been a member of the PMI Japan Chapter Board of Directors since 2006, earning the prestigious PMI Chapter Leadership Impact Award in 2023. With over 30 years at NTT DATA Corporation, he served as Vice President of Quality Assurance, championing governance and risk management for system development projects. He has also taught project management at the Tokyo Institute of Technology’s School of Computing for many years.
Davaadalai Tumendalai, Director, "Tavantolgoi Coal Terminal stock" project, Bodi International LLC.
Davaadalai Tumendalai possesses deep academic knowledge and extensive experience in project management, mechanical and electrical engineering, organizational management, human resources, advertising, marketing, business, and international business.
He is currently working as a director in charge of the "Tavantolgoi Coal Terminal stock" project at Bodi International LLC. Davaadalai has contributed to the social projects “Children and Smoke”, “Mitigating the Impact of COVID-19 through Community Participation”, “Knowledge Products to Support Community
Livelihoods”, and “Systematic Research on Clean Air”, as well as to the engineering projects “Oyu Tolgoi Heat System Calculation Control and Improvement of Waste Storage Operations”, and “Sainshand Wind Turbine Park.”
Davaadalai T. earned his Master’s degree in Engineering and Management from the University of Queensland in 2017 and a Bachelor’s degree in Locomotive Engineering from the Russian Transport Engineering University in 2011.
Kazushio Hazama, PMP, Board Director, PMI® Japan Chapter
Mr. Kazushio Hazama is a certified Project management professional (PMP®) as well as a Certified Practitioner MSP® Axelos, Practitioner PRINCE2® Axelos5 and CSM®. He has been consistently involved in IT software project works for the insurance industry for over 30 years, and has been responsible for many system development projects, from planning to architecting new system development and project promotion management.
From 2015 to 2017, He has planned a large-scale SCRUM development project that also used a hybrid model of both SCRUM and waterfall, and led the project from start to finish development release. The scale of this project is Approximately 34 million USD in 19 months.
He is currently in charge of planning and implementation support for Japan Post Insurance's next-generation system as PMO. He is one of the directors in the PMI® Japan Chapter.
Ulziibadrakh Amgalan, Director of Data Management Division, Golomt Bank JSC
Ulziibadrakh Amgalan works as a Director of Data Management Division at Digital Transformation Department, Golomt Bank JSC.
He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer
Science from the Mongolian University of Science and Technology in 2013.
His work experiences include:
2013-2017 Software engineer of System Department, Information Technology Division of Golomt Bank
2017-2020 Senior engineer of System Department, Information Technology Division of Golomt Bank
2020-2021 Senior Data analyst, Data Architect of Data Management Department of Golomt Bank
Since 2024 Director of Data Management Division of Golomt Bank
Experience working on Projects:
2013 First in-house developed ERP system
2014 Finacle Core Banking system from Infosys
2015 Custodian Banking Solution (ICS/EIG)
2016 First in-house developed credit scoring system
2017 AML & FCDMS system from 3i-Onfo Tech
2018 DMBoK based data governance model – Defined resolution process of BI system issue and data models-based issues
2019 COBIT5 IT governance framework – Implemented following processes to level-3, including change management, incident management, problem management, capacity management
2022 Card Management system replacement – Managed to integrate ETL jobs to newly implementing card system, migrate all data models of BI reports from previous system to new system
2024 Automation of IFRS9 – Led the project team as Project Manager, designed high-level data architecture for the project.
Erdenebayar Sainjargal CEO, TESO Investment LLC
Erdenebayar Sainjargal brings extensive leadership experience to TESO Group, where he has successfully spearheaded the implementation of numerous innovative initiatives. He has overseen the introduction and management of new projects across various sectors, including technology, construction, and production.
As the head of TESO Investment, an investment group within TESO, Erdenebayar S. actively supports start-up and social projects, providing guidance and mentorship to emerging entrepreneurs and organizations.
Altantsetseg Buyanaa Head of PMO, Golomt Bank JSC
Altantsetseg B. is the Head of PMO at Digital Transformation Department of Golomt Bank JSC, since February 2024. She graduated with a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the School of Economics and Business (SEZIS) in 2017. Altantsetseg B has built a robust career in project management spanning over 15 years.
From 2007 to 2017, Altantsetseg B. served as a Project manager at IT Zone LLC, subsequently, she worked at Golomt Bank from 2017 to 2022, as a Project management specialist at PMO and then as a Business Analyst at the Strategy and Collaboration Department.
In 2022-2023, she worked as Director of the Project Management Department at Astvision LLC, then returned to Golomt Bank in February 2024.
From 2010 to 2015, Altantsetseg.B served as a project manager for software projects in government organizations, overseeing contract management and control.
In 2016-2017, she acted as a Project manager and Business analyst for the GreenERP
implementation project, responsible for implementing the organization's human resources, supply chain, contract, and CRM subsystems based on client requirements.
In 2022, Altantsetseg B. worked as a project manager for the Card System upgrade, leading international tender operations, contract management, project documentation, and team management."
Erdenebayar Sainjargal
CEO, TESO Investment LLC
Erdenebayar Sainjargal brings extensive leadership experience to TESO Group, where he has successfully spearheaded the implementation of numerous innovative initiatives. He has overseen the introduction and management of new projects across various sectors, including technology, construction, and production.
As the head of TESO Investment, an investment group within TESO, Erdenebayar S. actively supports start-up and social projects, providing guidance and mentorship to emerging entrepreneurs and organizations.
Uranchimeg Munkhbold, PMP, PBA
PM/SM, Chimege Systems LLC
Uranchimeg Munkhbold is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) and
Professional Business Analysis (PBA®) with over 7 years of experience in project management across banking, finance, and ICT sectors. She currently works as a Scrum Master at Chimege Systems LLC, where she leads software teams in developing AI and NLP-based digital products.
Previously she worked as an IT Business Analyst, PMO Expert, and Project Manager at XacBank LLC, as well as a Software Developer at Skytel LLC. Uranchimeg's background in software engineering combined with her expertise in business analysis and project management, allows her to effectively align stakeholder needs with technological solutions and implement efficient deliverables in IT projects that meet business goals.
She is passionate about promoting business analysis methodologies and is volunteering as an instructor for Business analysis online training at the PMI Mongolia Chapter.
Saruul Buyanjargal, CEO of Infinite Solutions LLC
Saruul Buaynjargal currently serves as the CEO of Infinite Solutions LLC and is a board member of Nest Education IS School."
He has approximately 20 years of experience working in information technology and startups.
Saruul Buyanjargal has worked on over 200 projects and more than 20 startups. He primarily worked on fintech sectors the USA, Japan, the Philippines, and Mongolia markets, collaborated with domestic banks and financial institutions and implemented over 10 successful fintech projects in Mongolia, such as Smart Bank and Social Pay, since 2011.
He continues to work with his team on how to successfully implement technology-based projects in the short and long term, with multinational and culturally diverse teams.
Saruul B. is a professional in system analysis, change analysis, and project management, with a focus on effectively managing stakeholder relationships.
Colin Murphy
Founding member of PMI Mongolia Chapter
Colin Murphy has extensive experience in the Information Technology (IT) industry, including 25 years of Project & Program Management experience. He was the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the PMI Mongolia Chapter when it was officially chartered in 2014. He has also served on the Board of Directors of PMI Queensland (Australia). For the past 15 years, Mr Murphy has worked extensively in the mining sector including a 4-year assignment at Oyu Tolgoi. Subsequently, he has held various roles and managed programs/projects at Rio Tinto, BHP and Roy Hill. Colin Murphy is passionate about sharing his skills and experience with the next generation of IT professionals, Project/Program Managers and Organizational Change Managers.
MENDBAYAR BUDEE Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, and Grant Portfolio Director at Mongolia Energy Governance Program, USAID Contractor Abt Associates Inc
Mendbayar Budee is Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, and Grant Portfolio Director at Mongolia Energy Governance Program, USAID Contractor Abt Associates Inc. She is experienced in monitoring, evaluation, project designing, transformational management, design thinking facilitation, organizational management analysis and Internal audit in various mining activities in public and development projects with WB, UNESCAP, UNDP, AUSAID and USAID. She credited with its contribution to the Responsible Mining Transformational framework of Mongolia and its benchmark evaluation which enabled leading mining companies to take a commitment to be responsible and increase stakeholder understanding in society.
She believed in providing project design experience and resource optimization is enabling organizations to bring collaboration through inclusiveness and an integrated approach. She graduated from the School of Foreign Service and Public Policy Master in National University of Mongolia and was honored to be one of the Young professionals among 50 female roles, who made a change in the mining sector.
Julien Lawrence
CEO of O2 Mining
Julien Lawrence founded and is presently leading a growing Mining Services business (www.o2mining.com) headquartered in HK and delivering projects across Asia. Julien is a qualified Mining Engineer graduating with first class honours from the University of Queensland and is a qualified Project Manager, completing a Masters degree in Engineering Science specializing in Project Management.
With more than 20 years of industry experience, Julien has worked in project development and operations throughout Australia and Asia across multiple commodities including gold and most base metals, iron ore, industrial minerals such as fluorspar and coal. Notable mine development projects with significant technical, leadership and/or project management contributions from Julien include working on projects in Australia, Mongolia, China, Philippines and Kazakhstan.
In addition to technical and or project management leadership, Julien often plays a key role in strategically positioning the businesses he works with for growth.
His strengths include building and leading successful organisations and project teams, project management and execution, strategic mine planning, project and business evaluation, contract management, construction and operations management, commodity marketing and business strategy.
Enkhbileg Gonchig, MBA, CPA, CPTA
Chief Finance Officer and PMO Director of APU Group company
Enkhbileg Gonchig has been working as Chief of Finance Officer at APU Group company since 2018. At the same time he is serving as a Board member of APU Dairy LLC and an Advisory Board member of PMI Mongolia Chapter. Enkhbileg G. is an experienced Chief Financial Officer, specializing in Digital Strategy, Business Intelligence BI, Enterprise Resource Planning ERP, Strategic & Financial Planning, Tax & Transfer Pricing Strategy and Management Accounting, and Project Management.
In 2022, a new Project Department was established to be responsible for the implementation of large and medium-level projects of the group, as well as to support medium and small projects in cross functions. Currently, Enkhbileg G. is leading this Project Department.
Enkhbileg G. was appointed in different prestigious positions like Head of Finance at APU Trade Company (2002-2006), Chief Financial Officer at Capital Group Company (2008 – 2009), Chief Operating Officer at APU Company (2012 – 2017) and Chief Executive Officer of APU Dairy LLC (2017 – 2018). He holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from La Trobe University, Australia, and completed the Executive Leadership Program at Oxford University in 2021.
Christine YAU
President of PMI Hong Kong Chapter
Christine Yau is the President of Project Management Institute Hong Kong Chapter (PMIHK) (2023 – 2025) and she has been volunteering at PMIHK since 2007. During her volunteer role at PMIHK, she has helped the chapter in various roles and responsibilities to provide services to the chapter members. She helped to establish the first special interest group, PMIHK IT Club for PMI HK Chapter in 2007, and also took on the Organizing Chair role for the first PMI Asia Pacific Congress in HK, held at Cyberport HK. She has also helped to develop a series of soft skills training programme offered by PMIHK to both members and non members.
Ms. Yau was the HKCS Council Member (2017 to 2023), with responsibilities in membership and talent cultivation. Christine was the Chairperson (2020-2024) of HKCS FACE, which is the first IT women club in Hong Kong established in 2015, with objectives To ATTRACT more FEMALE to choose ICT as their career; To CONNECT existing HKCS female members; and To provide opportunities to our female members to ENGAGE in Hong Kong ICT and HKCS activities. Christine was also appointed as one of the judges representing Hong Kong for Asia Pacific Information and Communications Technology Alliance (APICTA) Awards in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023 with participants from around 15 to 20 competing members’ economies. Christine has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Departmental Advisory Committee (DAC) for Department of Computer Science of City University of Hong Kong from Jan 2023 to Dec 2025. Christine has been appointed as the Co-Opted member of Haven of Hope Hospital (HOHCS) and a member of HOHCS. The Secretary for Innovation and Technology has also appointed Christine Yau as a member of Innovation and Technology Fund Research Projects Assessment Panel (2021-2024) and Enterprise Support Scheme Assessment Panel (2021-2025).
She has held various roles at different companies including Head of Communication Industry, managing revenue & P&L of the industry; and Chief Technology Officer of LPS where she was in charge of new technology exploration, solution reviews, solution offerings, eco systems (partnership alliance) and strategy of the company. Prior to that, her last position at MTR was the acting Chief Information Officer at the MTR Corporations Ltd, HK. She was with PCCW Solutions for more than 15 years before joining MTR where her last position was Senior Vice President managing the revenue and P&L for the Public Industry. Apart from that, she has also held various roles during her career life, including Project Director, Programme Manager, Business Process Reengineering Manager, Database administrator, Analyst and Programmer. She was also involved in opening new regional market and helped the company to expand into South East Asia region.
Ms. Yau graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree major in Computer Science from The University of Melbourne, Australia; a Master in Information Technology Management degree from the University of Wollongong, Australia; an Executive Diploma in Finance & Corporate Accounting from HKU Space, and Master of Applied Business Research degree from Swiss Business School. She is currently a doctoral candidate of Doctor in Business Administration degree at Swiss Business School.
Buyanbat Batkhishig
Analyst, EBRD
Buyanbat Batkhishig is a business and financial analyst with over 10 years of experience with small
and medium enterprises, start-ups, mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors. Currently oversees
advisory and policy dialogue projects at the EBRD, promoting digital transformation and
environmentally friendly solutions for local businesses in Mongolia. Held leadership roles in
organizing international business conferences, workshops, and exhibitions in Mongolia and Canada.
Has MBA with specialization in finance from Cardiff University.
Dashnyam Bayarjargal
Principal Advisor Media and Communications, Rio Tinto Mongolia
Dashnyam boasts a career spanning nearly a decade in journalism, with a significant tenure as a
News Anchor and Editor at Bloomberg Television, and later as Editor-in-Chief at Tenger TV.
Educated in Global Commerce and Macroeconomics, he went on to apply his skills, contributing
in diverse capacities, including roles as Chief Marketing Officer and Creative Director at well-
respected companies. Now, as the Principal Advisor for Media and Communications, Dashnyam
leverages his multifaceted background to contribute to mining sector development and help
drive open, active communications around major Corporate Social Responsibility projects.
Munkhdalai Tumendalai
Project manager, Ulaanbaatar Metro Project, Governor’s Office of Ulaanbaatar
Mr. Munkhdalai is currently working as a Project manager in charge of the Ulaanbaatar Metro
Project at the Governor’s Office of Ulaanbaatar. He graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering in
Civil Engineering at Kyoto University in 2019. After his graduation, Mr. Munkhdalai has gained
experience working at Oriental Consultants Global, as a Junior Design Engineer, Assistant to
Project Manager, Assistant to the Project Director, Associate Project Director, Acting Project
Manager (During Covid 19) at Colombo LRT, Dhaka Mass Rapid Transit Line-1, and Cairo
Metro Line-4. Moreover, he worked as a Resident Engineer at the Hokkaido Shinkansen
Construction Project, Sasson Tunnel Package at Japan Railway Transport Technology Agency.
Temuulen Bayaraa
Digital economic policy advisor, Smart Governance II project, World Bank
Temuulen Bayaraa serves as a Digital economic policy advisor for the Smart Governance II project at the
World Bank and a consultant in charge of National branding and international cooperation at the
National Committee for Promoting Mongolia Internationally. She is a Board member of the Mongolian
Business Council. Previously, while working as an advisor to the Minister of Digital Development and
Communications, she led foundational research on e-economic policy through the "Mining to Mind"
initiative and played an essential role in the market entry of global tech firms like SpaceX and Google
into Mongolia by defining the policy environment and managing relations and partnerships.
Earlier in her career, Temuulen B. worked as a Project manager for data and technology at the
Innovation4.0 consortium of the National University of Singapore, where she obtained an intellectual
property patent and facilitated its commercialization. Temuulen B. has also provided consultancy
services to multinational corporations such as Sanofi and Singapore Government’s SkillsFuture Agency
for lifelong learning and the Centre for Liveable Cities under the Ministry of National Development.
Additionally, she has served as a public-private partnership consultant for the World Bank's
infrastructure hub in Singapore.
Battulga Norolkhoojav
President of Mogul Group and CEO of IT Zone LLC
Mr. Battulga Norolkhoojav is the President of Mogul Group and CEO of IT Zone LLC. He
graduated with a degree in Electronics Engineering from the National University of Mongolia.
Mr. Battulga is a professional with over 26 years of experience in the IT sector and has spent
the last decade focusing on management and strategic leadership.
He led the management privatization of IT Zone in 2013. Mr. Battulga is also passionate about
strategy, portfolio management, and project management. He is focused on concrete
development of startups, entrepreneurship, and export businesses. In addition to his executive
roles, he has held significant professional leadership positions, including serving as a member
of the Board of Directors for the Mongolian Software Producers Association since 2015 and as
the President of the PMI Mongolia Chapter from 2017 to 2019.
Mr. Battulga’s leadership and contributions have been recognized with multiple awards,
including twice receiving the Labor Honor Medal and being named "Manager of the Year" by the
Management Association. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys golfing and exploring the
landscapes of Mongolia through travel.
Jargalsaikhan Alyeksandr
Superintendent Operational Systems & Projects team, Underground Operations
Technology department, Oyu Tolgoi LLC
Jargalsaikhan Alyeksandr currently working as Superintendent Operational Systems &
Projects team at Underground Operations Technology department at Oyu Tolgoi LLC.
His team works alongside leading global partners in mining, equipment and technology
to drive Digital Transoformation and develop data-driven decision support solutions.
They utilize modern DevOps and Agile Hybrid project management methodologies to
enhance mining operations efficiency, people and asset safety, and production
sustainability.
With over 13 years of experience in Mining Operational Technology, he specializes in
Master Data Management, Business and Systems Analysis, Solutions Design,
Stakeholder Engagement, Change and Product Management, System Localization and
Software Development, Proof of Concept to Production Technology Implementation,
Technology Maintenance Strategy and Continuous Business Improvement in Copper
and Coal business.
Prior to the mining, he gained experience Education Sector, Internet Service, Digital
Marketing and Content Development, Telecommunications, Government Agency
projects in Road, Transportation and Construction.
He holds MSc/BSc in Software Engineering from Mongolian University of Science and
Technology, a Mining Business Certificate from Curtin University in Western Australia,
PMI Agile Hybrid Project Professional Micro Credential, and International Project
experience in Switzerland and Australia.
Undrakh Battulga
Head of the IT Business Governance Department, Khan Bank
Undrakh Battulga is the Head of the IT Business Governance Department at Khan Bank and
she is responsible for four areas within the main job functions: technology risk, audit,
compliance, project and program management, IT procurement, finance, and IT resource
management. She holds certifications in COBIT19 Foundation, COBIT19 Implementation,
PSMI-Professional Scrum Master I, SAFe® Agilist, SAFe® Practice Consultant.
Certifications:
Work Experience:
• 2019 – Project Specialist
• 2021 – Program Manager
• 2022 – Project Portfolio Manager
• 2024 – Head of IT Business Governance Department
Highlight: Established the IT PMO structure and implemented the Scaled Agile methodology
across all project components in the bank.
Mr. Americo Pinto, PMI-PMOCP, PMP, is the Managing Director of the PMO Global Alliance (PMOGA), PMI’s worldwide PMO community, and one of the leading global voices in the field of Project Management Offices. With more than 25 years of experience as a consultant, executive, researcher, and international speaker across four continents, Americo has worked with organizations of different industries and sizes, helping them transform their PMOs into strategic assets.
Throughout his career, he has combined hands-on executive leadership with a strong academic and research background, which has positioned him as a trusted reference in the global PMO community. Americo led the development of the PMI PMO Practice Guide, PMI’s first global standard for PMOs, and was a key driver in the creation of the PMI-PMOCP certification (PMO Certified Professional), now one of the most relevant credentials for PMO leaders worldwide.
Ms. Kathleen Walch is Director, AI Engagement and Community at Project Management Institute (PMI). In this strategic role Kathleen is focused on advancing AI-driven innovation in project management education as an expert practitioner and thought leader.
Kathleen joins PMI from the Cognilytica acquisition. At Cognilytica, Kathleen co-developed the Cognitive Project Management for AI (CPMAI) methodology that is in use by Fortune 1000 firms and government agencies worldwide to successfully run and manage their AI and advanced data projects. Adopted by dozens of multinational organizations, dozens of government agencies, and NGOs, CPMAI is quickly becoming the standard methodology for AI project management best practices. Kathleen is CPMAI+E Certified.
As an experienced data-focused analyst with a background in marketing, Kathleen’s expertise and experience in project management issues around organizational adoption of data led to the development of the CPMAI methodology. Kathleen is a dynamic presenter, researcher and thought leader on emerging technology best practices. She is a sought after keynoter and presenter speaking to audiences worldwide. Kathleen is also host of the AI Today podcast, regular Forbes contributor, TechTarget SearchAI columnist, and SXSW Innovation Awards Judge.
Prior to her work at Cognilytica, Kathleen helped to grow TechBreakfast, a national technology-focused innovation demo series. Kathleen founded tech startup-up HourlyBee, an online scheduling system for home services where she quickly became an expert in grassroots marketing, networking, and employee management. Before that, Kathleen was a key part of the direct marketing operation for Harte Hanks managing large scale direct mail campaigns for clients including Bed Bath and Beyond and BuyBuyBaby. Managing big data analytics, she created efficiencies in the process saving thousands of dollars and days of processing time from each campaign. Kathleen graduated from Loyola University with a degree in Marketing.
Jerry Li is Co-Founder and CEO at ET DAO.
Mr. Li is a C-level executive and entrepreneur with extensive management experiences in business and technology transformations. He was CEO of PCCW Solutions, the largest System Integrator and technology service provider in Hong Kong. MR. Li was previously Deputy Director at MTR Corporation, responsible for the corporation’s corporate strategy, innovation, technology, new business ventures, and transformation programs. He was a Managing Director with Accenture, covering Telecommunication, Media and High-Tech as well as Public Service industries across APAC. Prior to that, MR. Li was a Lead Software Engineer at Siebel Systems in California. MR. Li is a co-founder of ET DAO, a specialized private equity firm investing in enterprise-ready solutions that help companies with AI+ transformations
Temuul Batnyam (PMP®, PMI-ACP®, PMI-PBA®)
Ms. Temuul Batnyam currently serves as the General Secretary of the PMI Mongolia Chapter for the 2024–2025 term. Since 2022, she has also been an active volunteer instructor, delivering project management training.
She holds multiple professional certifications, including Project Management Professional (PMP®), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP®), Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA®), and SAFe 5 Agilist.
Since September 2024, Temuul has been leading the Automation and Development Division at Premium Nexus JSC. Prior to this role, she worked at Khan Bank as a Technical Product Manager and previously as a Portfolio Manager. Her career in the financial and banking sector began in 2011, and she has held various roles including Head of PMO, Project Manager, Business Analyst, Quality Engineer, and System Developer at XacBank.
Mr. Anthony Tsui, PMP, is a seasoned Project & Program Management Practitioner, Senior Manager & Consultant with 25+ years international experience in the Information Technology and Professional Services / Consulting sector, with delivery experience for MNC clients in IT, Financial Services, Banking, Wealth & Pension, Insurance, Government , Telecommunications, Airlines, Education and non for profit industries.
In addition, through his involvement as a PMI member, certification holder, local and global volunteer, speaker & facilitator, elected executive committee member and President of PMI Hong Kong Chapter, Anthony has extensive experience and deep insights into the professional growth and value that PMI can bring to Project Management professionals and the PM community.
Anthony graduated with a Masters in Information Technology from Macquarie University, Sydney and Bachelor of Science from University Sydney and is a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification holder.
Ms. Christine Yau was the President of the Project Management Institute Hong Kong Chapter (PMIHK) from July 2019 to Aug 2025, having dedicated her volunteer efforts to the chapter since 2007. In her role, she has significantly contributed to enhancing member services by spearheading networking events and leading a 16-member Executive Committee. Christine has successfully initiated corporate collaborations aimed at uplifting staff skills while boosting PMIHK's membership and revenue.
In addition to her leadership at PMIHK, Christine served as a council member for the Hong Kong Computer Society (HKCS) from 2017 to 2023, focusing on membership and talent development. She was the chairperson of HKCS FACE, the first IT women’s club in Hong Kong, which aims to attract more women to the ICT field, foster connections among female members, and provide engagement opportunities within the industry. Christine has also represented Hong Kong as a judge for the Asia Pacific Information and Communications Technology Alliance (APICTA) Awards across multiple years (from 2018 to 2023) with more than 16 countries from Asia Pacific participated.
Christine's contributions extend to academia, where she has been appointed Chairperson of the Departmental Advisory Committee for the Department of Computer Science at City University of Hong Kong from January 2023 to December 2025. Her community involvement includes serving as a co-opted member of Haven of Hope Hospital and being part of various innovation and technology assessment panels appointed by the HKSAR Secretary for Innovation and Technology.
Professionally, Christine has held multiple significant roles, including Head of Communications and Chief Technology Officer at LPS, where she managed revenue and P&L and was instrumental in developing strategic initiatives to drive business growth. As Chief Technology Officer, she focused on new technology exploration, solution reviews, and ecosystem partnerships, aligning technology strategies with overall business objectives to enhance competitive advantage. Christine was the acting Chief Information Officer at MTR Corporation Ltd., the public transport that serves Hong Kong, a city ranked by international surveys as the world’s leader in public transit before she joined LPS. Prior to joining MTR, Christine led the development and delivery of comprehensive information system strategies and architectures, ensuring alignment with organizational goals at PCCW Solutions Ltd. Her strategic oversight included managing cross-functional teams to drive innovation and optimize project outcomes across diverse industries and international markets. With a strong foundation in strategic planning, Christine has successfully guided teams in bidding for tenders and expanding operations into Asia Pacific markets, including opening offices in Singapore and Malaysia. Her ability to craft and implement effective strategies has been pivotal in navigating complex business environments and fostering sustainable growth.
Christine holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from The University of Melbourne, a Master in Information Technology Management from the University of Wollongong, an Executive Diploma in Finance & Corporate Accounting from HKU Space, and a Master of Applied Business Research from Swiss Business School. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at Swiss Business School.
Mr. Javkhlant Ganbaatar (PMP®, PMI-ACP®, PMI-PMOCP®, Agile Hybrid Project Pro Micro-Credential, DASM™, DASSM™)
Mr. Tumentsogt (Tumen) Tsevegmid currently serves as the President of the Project Management Institute (PMI) Mongolia Chapter, Board Chairman of the Business Council of Mongolia (BCM), and Board Member of the Future Energy Mongolian Hydrogen Council (FEMHC).
He is a manager with 28 years of professional experience working for public and private sectors, including serving as a CEO at Erdenes Mongol company - Mongolia’s largest sovereign wealth fund responsible for managing Government strategic mining assets, Board Director at the world class copper & gold asset - Oyu Tolgoi, team leader for investment lending projects at the World Bank - international financial institution, executive responsible for Mongolia operations at the global multinational company - General Electric, serving as a Commissioner at the Energy Regulatory Commission in Mongolia, managing and implementing projects with multiple clients and donors.
Tumentsogt Ts. has extensive experience in the infrastructure sector and has been involved in developing Mongolia’s first grid connected - Salkhit wind park 50 MW; representing shareholders’ interests at the Oyu Tolgoi (OT) Board and dealing with complex issues of power supply, financing, construction of the OT underground mine, discussions with the Government on benefits sharing; managing and co-managing investment lending projects in renewables, power sector, water and contributing to analytical work and studies at the World Bank/IDA.
Tumentsogt Ts. holds Master of Sciences (MSc) degree in Electrical Engineering from Moscow Power Engineering Institute (Russia), and Master of Public Affairs (MPA) in Public Administration from the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University (USA).
Tumentsogt Ts. is a reliable team player with strong communications skills, extensive network and connections at the different branches of the Government of Mongolia, business community and expat community in Mongolia, with passion for learning and strong sense of ethics and integrity. Key areas of expertise include project management, investment lending, project preparation, development and implementation, project finance, power sector regulation, regional energy cooperation, renewable energy, energy efficiency, urban infrastructure development, project social and environmental safeguards.
Ms. Tuul Zorigoo is the Manager of the Handset Business Unit at Unitel Group. She began her journey at Unitel in 2017 as a Product Development Specialist in the Business Planning and Development Department and has since advanced through several leadership roles. Her previous positions include New Business Project Manager in the Enterprise Business Department and Manager of the Mobile Product Development Unit, where she was responsible for strategic planning, product development, and international partnerships within the mobile business portfolio.
Alongside her corporate career, Tuul is committed to knowledge sharing and professional development. Since 2022, she has been a trainer in Agile Project Management at MCS Academy. She also contributed as a Project Management Trainer for the “Grow with Google Mongolia” program.
Mr. Gombo-Erdene Bayartsogt is a rising leader with experience in finance, banking, and business development. He held the position of Head of the Cards Division at Golomt Bank from 2017 to 2021, contributing to the advancement of innovative banking products and services. Since 2021, he has been serving as Director of Business Development at Shunkhlai Holding LLC, focusing on driving strategic growth and diversification. In 2024, he was appointed as a Member of the Board of Directors of APU JSC.
Dr. Luvsanjamts Ganzorig is a Member of the State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia, and a Member of the Standing Committee on Economics and the Standing Committee on Industrialization Policy. He has chaired two parliamentary working groups, is a member of two national committees, and 24 working groups.
He earned his PhD (2021) and a Master’s degree (2018) in Urban Planning from the University of Tokyo, Japan, and a Bachelor of Architecture (2011) from Tokyo Polytechnic University. His academic research has focused on comparative planning systems in Mongolia, China, and Vietnam, as well as an urban planning system in post-socialist countries.
Before being elected as a Parliament member, Dr. Luvsanjamts G. worked as Deputy Manager at Nippon Koei Co., Ltd., Japan’s largest engineering consulting company, where he contributed to major development projects in national and local government agencies in Japan, the Latin American Region, and Turkey. His professional career also includes advancing urban master plans and environmentally resilient housing projects in Mongolia.
As the Parliament member, Dr. Luvsanjamts G. has chaired a parliamentary working group to optimize state support for reducing air pollution through insulation and led the adoption of forward-looking reforms, including the establishment of a green financing system and legal reforms with directives to the Government and the Bank of Mongolia. Furthermore, developed the “20-Minute City” concept for parliamentary submission, aimed at reforming urban development standards and building a people- and child-centered, accountable planning system.
Dr. Luvsanjamts G. brings a rare combination of international academic research, global consulting experience, and the national law-making level. At the International Conference 2025 “Hybrid WoW: In the Era of AI,” he will present on “Introducing Results-Based Planning: The 20-Minute City,” sharing insights into how results-driven approaches can transform viable cities in the evolving era.
Ms. Batchimeg Jadambaasuren is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) with nearly two decades of professional experience spanning the energy, construction and mining, banking, insurance, and public service sectors. Her expertise centers on the establishment of Project Management Offices (PMOs), the design and delivery of project management training programs, and the advancement of organizational capability in project governance, strategic planning, and process optimization.
As Chief Executive Officer and Co-Owner of Project Management Consulting LLC, she has provided tailored project management consulting and capacity-building services to more than twenty organizations. In this role, she has facilitated the institutionalization of structured project management frameworks, enabling the successful delivery of large-scale and complex initiatives across diverse industries.
Her professional portfolio includes extensive contributions to infrastructure and development projects, with a particular focus on strengthening project governance mechanisms, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and embedding both traditional and agile methodologies to improve organizational performance.
Beyond her executive responsibilities, Batchimeg is deeply engaged in professional development and knowledge transfer. She has designed and conducted project management training programs for more than one thousand participants and has served in leadership positions within professional associations, contributing to the growth of project management as a discipline in Mongolia.
Through the integration of global standards and locally relevant practices, Batchimeg advances the professionalization of project management and supports the development of sustainable organizational systems capable of delivering long-term impact.
Mr. Munkhbaatar Bayasgalan is the Head of PMO at the Integrated Project Implementation Unit for Reducing Ulaanbaatar City Traffic Congestion and a seasoned Civil and Industrial Engineer with more than 21 years of professional experience.
He is the founder of HOUSE.MN Consulting LLC, a residential housing consultancy established in 2019, and a prolific writer, having published over 90 articles on topics such as residential housing planning, energy efficiency, high-rise construction, green development, occupational health and safety, and the future of the construction sector in Barilga.MN magazine. He also co-authored the House Design magazine in 2022 and 2023.
Munkhbaatar B. has been working as a Project Manager in charge of the Engineering and Technical Division at the Integrated Project Implementation Office for Reducing Ulaanbaatar City Traffic Congestion, and currently works as Head of PMO, overseeing the Ulaanbaatar Metro, Cable Car, Tunnel, and Light Rail BRT projects since April 2024.
Beyond his project leadership, Mr. Munkhbaatar B. is deeply engaged in advancing the profession. He serves as a Board Member of the Mongolian Association of Civil Engineers, leading its Public Relations and Membership Committee, and is an active member of the Engineering Management Club, where he promotes collaboration and knowledge exchange among engineers. He has conducted research in more than 20 areas—including public procurement, energy efficiency, and the quality of publicly funded construction projects, delivering recommendations and thought leadership to industry specialists.
A Certified Engineer of Mongolia, Passive Building Specialist, and Procurement Expert, Mr. Munkhbaatar B., is also a member of the ‘’Builders’ Association for Development NGO’’ and the ‘’Mongolian Association of Civil Engineers’’. His career reflects a commitment to sustainable housing, innovative building solutions, and the professional development of the engineering sector in Mongolia.
Ms. Enkhdulguun Bayanduuren currently coordinates the Smart Government II Project, a World Bank financed project to expand Mongolia’s digital transformation, digital governance and digital economy to deliver more efficient, user-friendly online public services to citizens and businesses.
Previously, she supported the implementation of the Mongolia Water Compact under Millennium Challenge Account—a program to expand Ulaanbaatar’s water supply by over 80 percent, build new advanced water purification plant and enact institutional reforms to ensure water security over the long term.
She also contributed to the Ulaanbaatar Green Affordable Housing and Resilient Urban Renewal Project backed by ADB, which seeks to create eco-districts in vulnerable ger areas, reduce emissions, and improve urban resilience through climate-sensitive infrastructure and sustainable housing models.
Through these projects, Ms. Enkhdulguun applies her project management expertise—especially in coordinating across government agencies, international donors, and technical teams—to ensure that large-scale, multi-stakeholder investments deliver measurable social, environmental, and institutional impact.
Ms. Enkhdulguun holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of British Columbia, with a concentration in development policy. Her academic background in sustainable policy development has shaped her approach to tackling nationwide challenges through carefully designed projects, each contributing to long-term solutions. This foundation not only guides her in managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives but also supports advancing and implementing policies that drive Mongolia’s sustainable development.
Ms. Tsend-Ayush Sambuu is a Senior Analyst in Project Operations at Rio Tinto and a recently certified Project Management Professional (PMP®). In her current role, she supports project delivery in the South African region through vendor engagement, resource utilization, project monitoring, contractor management, governance controls, and preparation of key project documentation, working closely with project managers to align customer expectations with Information System and Technology priorities.
Previously, Tsend-Ayush worked as a project manager in education, IT, and tourism, with over seven years of experience in development projects funded by the EU, UNESCO, and GIZ. Her portfolio includes leading the Gender Awareness Through Theatre initiative, supporting the WorldSkills Mongolia team for international competitions, and facilitating collaboration between the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection and HRD Korea on skills development programs.
She holds a Master’s degree in Development Studies from the University of Melbourne as an Australian Awards scholar, where she also gained practical experience with Save the Children Australia and Community Works, strengthening her international project management expertise in the social sector.
Beyond her professional career, Tsend-Ayush actively engages in social impact and volunteer initiatives. As an active team member, she helped implement the “Dear Mum” project, which aimed to improve hygiene facilities for new mothers in public hospitals. She has also participated in youth leadership programs organized by the Zorig Foundation.
An experienced public speaker and Toastmasters leader, she has served as President and Vice President of Education for UB Toastmasters in Mongolia and as Vice President of Public Relations at Leng Kee Advanced Toastmasters in Singapore, helping others build leadership, public speaking and communication skills.
Ms.Uyanga Batmunkh holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Gloucestershire in United Kingdom and currently works as Superintendent Underground Technology project delivery team, closely managing complex technology programs in the Underground Operations.
She began her journey at Oyu Tolgoi LLC in 2018 as a Senior Advisor Contract in Underground Project and developed strong expertise in contract management and stakeholder collaboration for one of the world’s most complex mining environments.
In 2024, she was transitioned to the Underground Technology Department, where deliver project management services and lead PMO functions for the Underground Operations. This includes implementing worldwide modern technologies which are often applied for the very first time globally into the underground mine. Many of these initiatives are closely linked to artificial intelligence, enabling smarter tools, enhanced risk management, and advanced safety practices.
Ms. Battsetseg Enkhbold is a Strategic Advisor and Business Psychologist who leads the Strategic Management Division at Capitron Bank. In this role, she supports strategic planning, project management, and business process management to help the organization grow steadily and sustainably.
She is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB), and holds a Master of Science in Business Psychology from the University of Leeds, as well as a Master’s in International Economics and Business from Corvinus University of Budapest. This interdisciplinary background enables her to connect people, processes, and strategy in practical ways.
Her career spans both corporate and international development sectors, including experience with ExxonMobil and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). These roles shaped her appreciation for diverse perspectives and strengthened her belief in the importance of collaboration to achieve meaningful results.
Mr.Erdenebayar Sainjargal is the PMI Mongolia Chapter’s Advisory Board member and Chief Executive Officer of TESO Investment LLC.
Erdenebayar S. brings extensive leadership experience to TESO Group, where he has successfully spearheaded the implementation of numerous innovative initiatives. He has overseen the management of new projects across various sectors, including technology, construction, and production, and successful introduction to the market.
As the head of TESO Investment, an investment group within TESO, he actively supports start-up and social projects, providing guidance and mentorship to emerging entrepreneurs and organizations.
Mr. Bilegsaikhan Bayarsaikhan holds a degree in Artificial Intelligence from Osaka University, Japan, and has over 10 years of professional experience in the field of information technology. He is passionate about applying AI technologies to solve real-world problems and drive innovation.
In Ulaanbaatar, he founded the "Machine Learning UB" NGO to foster an AI-focused community and develop practical solutions to societal challenges. Through this initiative, he has contributed to projects that bridge research, innovation, and social impact, helping to grow the AI ecosystem in Mongolia.
Currently, Bilegsaikhan B. is the Founder and CEO of Rookie Systems LLC, a company specializing in artificial intelligence, with a strong focus on video analytics solutions. Under his leadership, the company develops advanced computer vision systems and AI-driven tools that provide actionable insights for businesses, government, and public services. His work continues to expand the role of AI in practical applications while promoting technological development and innovation in Mongolia and beyond.
Join us to hear directly from Mr. Bilegsaikhan Bayarsaikhan, a leading AI innovator driving real-world impact and technological advancement in Mongolia and beyond.
Mrs. Oyunbileg Erendoo is a distinguished professional with over 35 years of progressive experience spanning human resources management, procurement, project management, corporate governance, and compliance. Since January 2025, she has been serving as the PMI Region 9 Mentor, supporting one of the most diverse regions in the Project Management Institute network—comprising chapters from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Mongolia. In her role, she provides strategic guidance, leadership, and mentorship to chapter leaders, fostering collaboration and alignment between PMI Global and local chapters. From 2021 to 2024, she served as the Membership Director of PMI Mongolia Chapter, contributing to the Chapter’s growth and member engagement initiatives.
Throughout her extensive career, Oyunbileg E. has held several senior leadership roles in Mongolia’s leading corporations and international organizations. She served as Corporate Governance and Compliance Executive and Corporate Secretary at Petrovis Group, where she established the company’s compliance framework and ethics programs, significantly strengthening governance practices across the group. Prior to that, she spent over a decade at Khan Bank, Mongolia’s largest commercial bank, where she led multiple support functions, including HR, Legal, Compliance, and Procurement. As a key member of the senior management team, she played a pivotal role in the bank’s transformation from a state-owned entity into the country’s most profitable financial institution.
Oyunbileg E. also brings more than ten years of experience working with international development institutions, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Her work with IFC’s Corporate Governance and ESG teams has contributed to numerous governance assessments and training initiatives across Mongolia and the Asia-Pacific region, including Bhutan, the Solomon Islands, and Indonesia.
She currently serves as an Independent Director on several corporate boards, including Mongolian Mortgage Corporation (MIK SPC Board Member), Monlogistics Holding JSC, Agula Insurance LLC, and Clear Lake Capital Beech LLC.
A certified Project Management Professional (PMP®), Oyunbileg E. also holds an MBA from the joint program of Handong Global University (Korea) and the Institute of Finance and Economics (Mongolia), and a Graduate Diploma from the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking (USA). She has earned a Certificate in Family Business Advising from the Family Firm Institute (USA) and a Bachelor’s degree in International Economic Relations from Leningrad State University (Russia).
Fluent in English, Russian, and Polish, Oyunbileg continues to dedicate her expertise to advancing governance excellence, ethical leadership, and professional development across both corporate and project management communities.
Dr. Zoljargal Munkhjargal is the Chief Executive Officer of AI Lab LLC and an Associate Professor at the National University of Mongolia, School of Information and Communication Technology. His academic and research expertise focuses on natural language processing and generic scoring for an individual in Mongolia.
At AI Lab LLC, Dr. Zoljargal M. leads a team at the forefront of financial technology, specializing in fintech solutions, digital banking, and artificial intelligence. Under his leadership, AI Lab is dedicated to transforming the financial landscape—making it more accessible, intelligent, and efficient for all.
As a thought leader in artificial intelligence and digital transformation, Dr. Zoljargal M. continues to bridge the gap between academic research and practical innovation, contributing significantly to Mongolia’s growing technology ecosystem.
Mr. Turmunkh Yura was appointed as Executive Vice President of Strategy at Khan Bank in 2024.
Mr. Turmunkh Yu. graduated from Thomas Edison State University with a degree in finance. He began his career at AT&T, one of the top 100 companies in the USA, as a Senior Analyst in the Treasury Department in 2016. Since 2021, he has served as the Head of the Branch Management Department at Khan Bank, and in 2022, he was promoted to Director of Retail Banking Rural.
As the EVP of Strategy, Mr. Turmunkh Yu. is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic planning initiatives to foster long-term sustainable growth and enhance the Bank's competitive advantages. He also oversees the coordination of strategic priorities and bank-wide projects and programs.
Ms. Purevmaa Batbaatar is the Chief Executive Officer of Novelsoft LLC, where she leads initiatives that help organizations harness data and artificial intelligence to achieve digital transformation. With a strong focus on practical impact, she has overseen software, data analytics, and AI projects for some of Mongolia’s most prominent government organizations, enabling smarter, data-driven decision-making.
She holds a Master’s in Law and Economics from the Central European University (CEU), a background that empowers her to connect technology, governance, and business strategy to deliver sustainable innovation.
Mr. Dashpurev Buriad is the State Secretary of the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Mongolia, bringing over two decades of distinguished leadership and technical expertise in the country’s energy and mineral sectors.
He began his career in 2003 and has since held a series of key positions, including Chief Engineer and Head of the Petroleum Products Transshipment Facility, Director of the State-Owned “Liquid Fuel Transshipment Facility,” and Director General of the State Administration Department at the Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority of Mongolia (MRPAM). He later served as State Secretary of the Ministry of Economy and Development and Adviser to the Deputy Prime Minister, before assuming his current role at the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.
Mr. Dashpurev Buriad holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Electronics from the National University of Mongolia, a Master’s degree in Technical Sciences from the Mongolian University of Science and Technology, and a Master of Arts in Public Administration from the National Academy of Governance.
Throughout his career, he has been recognized with multiple national honors, including the Order of the Polar Star (2023), the Honorary Medal of Labour of Mongolia (2013), Honorary Certificate of the Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy (2009), Outstanding Employeer in the Petroleum Sector (2010 ) and Honorary Certificate of the Government of Mongolia (2019 ) for his outstanding contributions to Mongolia’s industrial and petroleum development.
At the conference, Mr. Dashpurev Buriad will share insights on fostering sustainable growth through effective risk management and strategic execution of mega projects—key to Mongolia’s long-term industrial and economic development.
Dr. Ganbayar Uuganbayar is a cybersecurity expert, researcher, and educator with over a decade of experience spanning academia, international research, and enterprise security leadership. He holds a PhD in Information and Communication Technology from the University of Trento, Italy, where his doctoral research explored the relationship between cyber insurance and security investments.
Currently serving as the Co-Founder and CEO of Info Sec Plus LLC, Dr. Ganbayar U. has successfully led more than 50 information security projects—including penetration testing, audits, SOC implementation, and cyber risk assessments—for clients across government, private, and international sectors. He also serves as the Board Member at Agula Insurance, directing IT and security-related strategy, decision-making, and objectives.
Dr. Ganbayar U. was a Senior Lecturer & Contractual Associate Professor at the National University of Mongolia (Feb 2022 – Sep 2025) and has led and instructed 18 projects with students, such as Cybersecurity gamification, National incident classification, AI for IDS, Escape room, and Network Access Control.
Previously, Dr. Ganbayar U. was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Oxford, contributing to advanced studies in cyber risk modeling and threat intelligence sharing under the AXIS3 project. Earlier in his career, he worked with the National Research Council of Italy, delivering EU-funded cybersecurity initiatives (H2020 NeCS and CyberSure) and earning recognition for his award-winning research on optimized cyber insurance solutions.
Dr. Ganbayar U. has also served as a Consultant to the Government of Mongolia, supporting the revision of the national cybersecurity strategy and conducting large-scale capacity-building for government IT professionals. A passionate mentor and advocate for digital resilience, he sits on the Steering Committee of the International Cybersecurity Competition, fostering young talent across Asia.
His academic contributions are widely published in international journals and conferences, and his professional certifications include CISSP, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, and Cisco Instructor. Fluent in Mongolian and English, Dr. Ganbayar U. continues to drive innovation, awareness, and excellence in the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and digital trust.
Mr. Erdenebaatar Ganbaatar is a certified construction professional with over 15 years of extensive experience in project management and engineering, leading large-scale infrastructure and industrial development projects across Mongolia. He holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Civil and Structural Engineering from the Moscow State University of Civil Engineering (MGSU), Russia.
After completing his graduate studies in 2010, Mr. Erdenebaatar began his professional journey as a Project Engineer at MCS Property LLC, marking the start of a successful career that covers every stage of project development—from engineering design to full-scale project execution.
He currently serves as Deputy Construction Director at MCS Property LLC, where he has played a fundamental role in delivering landmark projects, including the Oyu Tolgoi Underground Mine Development, one of Mongolia’s most complex engineering undertakings. In this role, he directed multiple critical work packages such as the Primary Crusher, Material Handling Systems, and Concentrator Conversion, driving excellence in safety, quality, and schedule performance. His earlier contributions to the Shangri-La Hotel and Residences in Ulaanbaatar set new standards for construction quality and urban development in the country.
Mr. Erdenebaatar’s professional development includes certifications and specialized training in Project Management (PMI, FIDIC, PMBOK, ISO 21500) and Professional Engineering (Mongolian Association of Construction Engineers). He has further enriched his expertise through Oxford’s Department for Continuing Education and various international engineering conferences.
Known for his commitment to innovation, precision, and sustainability, Mr. Erdenebaatar G. continues to advance Mongolia’s infrastructure landscape through strategic planning, technology integration, and collaborative leadership.
Join us at the conference to hear Mr. Erdenebaatar Ganbaatar’s insights on transforming construction project management in the era of digitalization and AI-driven innovation.
Mr. Erdenebaatar Khash-Erdene is the First Deputy CEO of the Development Bank of Mongolia. He holds a degree in Financial Management from the National University of Mongolia. With a strong background in finance and leadership, he plays a key role in advancing the bank’s strategic initiatives and supporting national development projects.
Mr. Unurbat Erdenemunkh is the Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of URECA LLC, a Singapore-based technology company powering the future of climate action. URECA is a tech-based project developer for the new carbon age. With a strong foundation in physics, engineering, and data science, Mr. Unurbat E. has held diverse roles in both research and industry. Before URECA, he served as a Machine Learning Engineer at Dentsu Data Artist Mongol. Earlier in his career, he spent over five years at Mevion Medical Systems as a Physics Consultant in Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands, and an Assistant Physicist in Littleton, Massachusetts.
He also held leadership roles at Gerege Systems as Chief Operations Officer, where he led the business analysis team on financial planning, oversaw business strategy planning, and partner relations. Previously, as Project Manager, he implemented project management frameworks and improved product development and maintenance processes.
Mr. Unurbat E. holds a Master’s degree in International Business Economics and Management from KU Leuven, Belgium, graduating with distinction, and a Bachelor’s degree in Physics and Mathematics from Clark University, USA, where he was recognized with the Albert C. Erickson Academic Award for outstanding promise in his field.
Mr. Bayanmunkh Bagashar is the Director of Stakeholder Relations of PMI Mongolia Chapter and currently serves as the CEO of Tenger Insurance JSC, one of Mongolia’s leading insurance companies.
Previously, he held several key leadership positions at the Trade and Development Bank of Mongolia, including Head of Corporate Banking Department, Head of Corporate Business Relationship Division, and Account Manager.
Mr. Bayanmunkh Bagashar is an expert in corporate finance and trade finance, with extensive experience in managing corporate relationships and leading teams that financed several major projects in Mongolia. In addition to his executive roles, he also contributes to professional development as an Instructor at the Mongolian Banking Association.
Mr. Bayanmunkh Bagashar is the Director of Stakeholder Relations of PMI Mongolia Chapter and currently serves as the CEO of Tenger Insurance JSC, one of Mongolia’s leading insurance companies.
Previously, he held several key leadership positions at the Trade and Development Bank of Mongolia, including Head of Corporate Banking Department, Head of Corporate Business Relationship Division, and Account Manager.
Mr. Bayanmunkh Bagashar is an expert in corporate finance and trade finance, with extensive experience in managing corporate relationships and leading teams that financed several major projects in Mongolia. In addition to his executive roles, he also contributes to professional development as an Instructor at the Mongolian Banking Association.