Simona Somma has worked in the international development arena since 2005, both in the field and at headquarters, managing large development programs and leading complex evaluations at the project and country levels. She is currently an Evaluation Specialist at the Independent Evaluation Department of ADB. Before ADB, she worked for the Independent Office of Evaluation of IFAD, for the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, and for UNDP in Yemen. She holds a Master's degree in Economics and one in Project Cycle Management.

Tran Quy Suu has a background in Sociology and Development Studies. He has 16 years of experience working on Social Safeguard for ADB-funded projects. Most of his works are in Southeast Asian countries. His expertise in the Social Safeguard includes planning, implementation, and monitoring. He is currently working for the ADB’s TA on Strengthening Safeguards Management in Southeast Asia as a Resettlement Specialist.