Our Story
Built on Vision.
Driven by Purpose.
AODTO GROUP was founded on a belief: that Lao PDR has the talent, resources and ambition to shape its own future. We exist to make that happen — across every sector, for every stakeholder.
Foundation
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be the most trusted and capable diversified business group in Lao PDR — recognised regionally for excellence, integrity and transformative impact across every sector we serve.
Our Mission
To advance economic opportunities in Laos by delivering transformative outcomes for our clients, partners and communities — through expertise, accountability and world-class service delivery.
Leadership
Sounay
Phothisane
Founder & Managing Director
AODTO GROUP
🇱🇦 Lao — Native
🇹🇭 Thai — Fluent
🇬🇧 English — Fluent
Biography
Sounay Phothisane
Sounay Phothisane is a seasoned entrepreneur, investment advisor and business strategist with over 15 years of experience across Lao PDR and the Mekong region. He holds a Master’s degree from Mahidol University, Thailand, with research in finance and IoT systems.
He serves as Managing Director of AQQOUNT Investment & Consulting, Chapter President of BNI CEO Chapter Laos, and holds committee roles at YEAL and the Lao Best Brand Association. He is a Congress Representative at LFND and a part-time lecturer at Soutsaka Institute of Technology.
- Founder & MD — AODTO GROUP Sole Co., Ltd
- Managing Director — AQQOUNT Investment & Consulting
- Director & Shareholder (35%) — Nakon Group Co., Ltd
- Chapter President — BNI CEO Chapter Laos
- Congress Representative — LFND (Lao Front for National Development)
What We Stand For
Core Values
Integrity
We operate with full transparency and ethical standards in every engagement.
Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality, delivery and professionalism.
Partnership
We build long-term relationships on mutual trust, shared goals and accountability.
Nation First
Everything we do contributes to building a stronger, more prosperous Laos.