Regional Director for Asia-Pacific

Cindy Cheng brings over two decades of experience in institutional advancement, corporate sustainability, and public-private partnerships. She is recognized for her strategic vision, ability to build high-impact initiatives, and success in mobilizing resources to scale sustainability efforts. With a reputation for empathetic leadership, she fosters collaborations that respect local nuances while advancing broad environmental objectives.

As Regional Director, Cindy champions sustainable forest management practices that balance ecological health with social and economic viability. Her efforts are instrumental in building partnerships and engaging high-level stakeholders across governments, private sectors, and nongovernmental organizations, ensuring that strategies are both comprehensive and inclusive.

Her personal passion for the natural world is reflected in her commitment to bird watching and diving, activities that enhance her understanding of ecological challenges and solutions. This engagement with nature inspires her innovative strategies, enabling her to advocate for sustainable forestry practices that ensure the coexistence and prosperity of forests and communities.

Under her leadership, FSC Asia-Pacific continues to drive meaningful progress in sustainable forestry. Through strategic collaboration and a focus on long-term impact, she reinforces the role of responsible forest management in securing biodiversity, strengthening forest resilience, and supporting resources for generations to come.