Mitch Pettit
Founder - President
Mitch started his passion of healthcare and work in Asia 9 years ago when he had his first opportunity to go to Thailand for a humanitarian mission. While there, he taught English and raised funds to allow a village to receive running water for the first time. One year later, he went to Cambodia for a two year religious mission and had the opportunity to work in hospitals and clinics as a translator. He studied Public Health at Utah State University propelling him to constantly evaluate health reform in the developing country of Cambodia. After 3 separate non-profit missions, he decided it was time to begin his own dream of providing Cambodia with the highest standard of care to live happier, longer lives.
Bobby Ginn
Vice President
Bobby grew up in Southern California but moved to Seattle Washington for 2 years from 1990 to 1992 where he became friends with many Cambodians and fell in love with the Southeast Asian culture, food and the wonderful Cambodian people that taught him about their special country. He attained a Bachelor’s degree from William Penn University and found another one of his passions in 2011 when he began working in Senior Living. As an Executive Director over Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Communities, He enjoys making a difference in the lives of those he serves and wants to make sure all seniors live a fulfilling and enjoyable life in their golden years. Bobby takes pride in developing personal relationships while caring for each person as an individual and is looking forward to providing healthy opportunities for seniors in Cambodia to continue to have a happy life.
Nav Dhaliwal
Executive Board Member
Nav Dhaliwal serves as a board member for Chhlat Health. Mr. Dhaliwal's experience includes serving as Chief Operating Officer for a prominent and highly impactful community and real estate based organization, Neighbor-Works Salt Lake. Previous to his time at Neighbor-Works, Mr. Dhaliwal’s experience includes working in Morgan Stanley's esteemed Wealth Management Division, as well as serving in various leadership roles at a top-rated academic medical center, including the roles as Chairman, of a hospital-wide, Exceptional Patient Experience Group and Head of the Risk Assessment Group for Business Services at the University of Utah Health. Additionally, Nav Serves on various corporate and nonprofit boards. Nav earned two undergraduate degrees in Economics and International Studies as well as a Master's of Public Administration degree from the University of Utah.
Alex Kuhn
Finance Director
Alex has always loved serving others. His passion to help others is at the root of what he lives for. Earning an Eagle Scout in his youth prepared him for a 2 year religious mission to Cambodia where he fell in love with the people and their culture. There, he recognized a great need for help in many aspects of Cambodian life, particularly healthcare. Employed in a business industry where customer service is a top priority, Alex thrives and excels with the interactions and relationships he is able to develop. While currently studying Business Management at Western Governor’s University, he is bringing his newfound skills to quick application in conjunction with his passion for helping others and love for the Cambodian people.
Sheila Huntsman
Program Director
Sheila Huntsman has a Master's Degree in Education Counseling and a bachelor's degree in Psychology. She has also received a State certification in Mediation, studied Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Brain Gym and many other counseling techniques. On the side, Sheila dedicates a significant amount of time to further the work of Reach Out And Learn, a humanitarian organization that helps those in need by training professionals. Sheila has lead multiple projects in the countries of China and Cambodia ranging from school training to mental health awareness.
Chai Meng
Country Director
Dr. Chai spent two years serving a religious mission in Boston, Massachusetts. Following his service he attended eight years of medical school. Before and after Medical school graduation, he joined many US Army medical and dental missions. He also worked with local and international NGO’s in Cambodia to do cleft lip, cleft palate and facial deformity surgery for several years. After graduating medical school, he joined the Royal Cambodia Army Force (RCAF) and served as a Medical doctor. His major focus is plastic, maxillofacial, and reconstruction surgery for 3 years. As a requirement while serving in the RCAF, the hospital sent Dr. Chai to train to be Neurology surgery specialist as well. After he left RCAF, Dr. Chai began his own personal interest in elderly and nursing care programs in Cambodia. Dr. Chai brings many years of in-country experience to the team and will be helping lead the grand opening of Chhlat Health Resort. His hope is for all seniors to have a happier, healthier life through Chhlat health.
Margo Cowley
Development Director
Since 1991, Margo has been with S-PM, a Commercial Property Management company in Midvale, Utah. Since 1993 she has worked at Margo's Interiors and she has been involved in real estate development since 1999. At S-PM Margo oversees all the insurance needs, benefits, and shares the human resource and all aspects of the business operations with S-PMs licensed principal real estate broker. Margo recently helped run mental health trainings in Cambodia and organized gathering school supplies for an elementary school outside of Phnom Pehn.
Chanda Poli
Senior Health Specialist
Chanda came to Chhlat Health bringing many essential skills to the team. Chanda grew up in Cambodia and came to America over 20 years ago. Chanda is a trained HHA, Nurse Practitioner, and Pharmacy Technician. Chanda’s Passion comes from helping her own mother who lived in Cambodia. Wishing that Chhlat health’s services could reach all seniors in the country she is determined to help Chhlat Health succeed in serving Cambodian seniors through our programs.