Givers Gain®
Sounay Phothisane
Managing Director, AQQOUNT — advisory for doing business in Laos
✓ Verified BNI CEO Chapter MemberWhy members refer me
I lead AQQOUNT, a Vientiane-based, Lao-owned advisory firm with 15+ years in the Lao market. We help companies, investors and entrepreneurs start, invest, operate and grow in Laos: company registration, licensing, accounting and tax, HR and payroll, and market-entry advisory.
One firm, end to end
Company registration, licensing, accounting, tax, HR and payroll — all under one roof.
Local knowledge, investor-ready
A Lao-owned team that guides foreign companies through Lao regulations and setup.
A long-term partner
15+ years helping companies start, operate and grow in Laos.
At a glance
GAINS Profile
Help companies and investors enter, set up and run their business in Laos — and connect trusted local partners and professionals across the Lao market.
My goals in BNI
Each with a number and a date — so you know exactly how to help.
Meet companies entering Laos
Be introduced to foreign investors and companies planning to register, invest or expand in Laos.
10 intros / quarterBuild referral partnerships
Partner with lawyers, banks, insurers and relocation firms serving the same clients.
5 partnersGrow AQQOUNT via BNI
Increase AQQOUNT advisory engagements through chapter referrals.
+25% in 2026| # | Goal | Target |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductions to companies entering Laos | 10 / quarter |
| 2 | Referral partnerships | 5 partners |
| 3 | Advisory growth via BNI | +25% (2026) |
My ideal referrals
Know someone like this? That's a perfect introduction.
Foreign companies & investors entering Laos
Needing company registration, licensing and local setup done right.
SMEs in Laos
Wanting a reliable outsourced accounting, tax, HR and payroll partner.
Lawyers, banks & consultants
Professionals with clients who need to set up or run a business in Laos.
Achievements
Trusted advisor in the Lao market
15+ years advising local and international businesses operating in Laos.
Full-service advisory firm
One team for registration, licensing, accounting, tax, HR and payroll.
Where I'm connected
What I'm great at
Services
Company Registration
Register a foreign or local company in Laos: licensing, statutory filings and setup handled end-to-end by our Vientiane team.
Accounting & Tax
Professional accounting and tax compliance in Laos, from startups to established companies.
Bookkeeping
Transactions recorded, reconciled and reported in line with Lao accounting standards.
PEO / Employer of Record
Hire in Laos without a local entity. We handle payroll, compliance and Lao employment law.
HR Outsourcing & Payroll
Payroll and HR administration for teams in Laos: social security, tax withholding and compliance.
Market Research
Market research and field intelligence in Laos, backed by locally gathered data, before you commit capital.
Investment Advisory
The Lao investment framework and pathways (General, Controlled, Concession, PPP, SEZ) and which one fits your plans.
Business Hours
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