What are some of the top-of-mind questions for Overseas Vietnamese wanting to return home to work and live?
We all have dreams of making it big in this fast-growing country, whether it’s starting your first neighborhood coffee shop or launching the next startup tech giant.
In our inaugural Overseas Vietnamese Summit by Vietcetera Media, we’ll be addressing the toughest questions OVers may have over an action-packed three-day program.
- Corporate CEO and Startup Entrepreneur: What Path To Take?
- Is Vietnam’s Funding Future As Rosy As It Looks?
- The Story of HCMC’s First Michelin-Star Restaurant And What’s Next
- Starting a Startup in Vietnam: The Realities and What to Look Out For
- How Creative Is Vietnam? Can we start the next creative capital here?
- Is Your Background A Match for Vietnam’s Top Employers Today?
- Is Vietnam Tech As Hot as People Say It Is?
All-In Pass tickets, priced at 2.5 million and more, are now on sale. Secure your spot now!
Get ready for a fantastic start on January 23 with an inclusive cocktail reception. The excitement continues with an all-day summit at the New World Saigon Hotel, where you can enjoy lunch in a spacious ballroom that can accommodate up to 250 people and features workshop spaces. Cap off the day with an after-party at a brand-new art gallery in Centec Tower.
Throughout the day, anticipate special raffles and giveaways, offering incredible prizes like stays in top-notch five-star hotels across Vietnam and exclusive dinners at Saigon’s popular restaurants, including CTY Kitchen + Bar, and more.
On the final day, get an insider’s view with company tours. Highlights include a visit to the De La Sol experience center with CEO Luc Nhon Ly and Creative Director Tuan Le from The Lab Saigon. The tour wraps up with a visit to the Michelin-starred restaurant Anan Saigon, where owner and chef Peter Cuong Franklin will guide you through his kitchen, sharing some favorite bites, including the famous $100 Banh Mi and $100 Pho.
Over 20 speakers and 200 international attendees will gather to share ideas on shaping a brighter future in life and business. At the summit, you’ll connect with like-minded peers and walk away with new ideas and insights to refresh your perspective on Vietnam’s potential, and the role OVers can play in its future.
All-In Pass tickets, priced at 2.5 million and more, are now on sale. Secure your spot now!
Below, you can find out more about what to expect in the summit’s content program.
Fireside Chat 1: Why Vietnam’s Leading Companies Need The World’s Best Talent
In 2023, public reports labeled Techcombank as Vietnam’s most profitable bank. What is the story behind its success? Who are its main audiences, and what products does it emphasize? Techcombank’s experts also share insights on why their expanding talent pool is projected to grow further and how overseas Vietnamese will play a key role in this talent surge.
Panel Discussion 1: Corporate CEO and Startup Entrepreneur: What Path To Take?
What are the key questions on the minds of Overseas Vietnamese eager to return home for work and living? We all dream of achieving success in this rapidly growing country, whether it’s launching your first neighborhood coffee shop, kickstarting the next tech giant, or taking the helm of one of Vietnam’s major corporations. In this session, Vietcetera’s CEO Hao Tran will pose challenging and genuine questions to Luc Nhon Ly, the CEO of Sun Life Insurance and an OV from Canada, and Tuan Le, the Founder of The Lab Saigon, which recently marked a decade of creativity in Vietnam.
Panel Discussion 2: Starting a Startup in Vietnam: The Realities and What to Look Out For
We’ve invited three Overseas Vietnamese to share their experiences, both the challenges and victories, in running startups in Vietnam. What misconceptions did they initially hold? What unexpected successes did they achieve? Additionally, we’ll delve into a set of audience questions and ask each entrepreneur to share their insights on each one.
Panel Discussion 3: Is Vietnam’s Funding Future As Rosy As It Looks?
We’ve brought together representatives from venture capital, private equity, and family offices to discuss the current and future realities of Vietnam’s investment landscape. They’ll share insights into the short-term and long-term prospects for investment in the country.
All-In Pass tickets, priced at 2.5 million and more, are now on sale. Secure your spot now!
Fireside Chat 2: The Story of HCMC’s First Michelin-Star Restaurant And What’s Next
Peter Cuong Franklin, Chef and Owner of Anan Saigon, HCMC’s first Michelin-starred restaurant, breaks down the story of how Anan got started and the key milestones of its journey.
All-In Pass tickets, priced at 2.5 million and more, are now on sale. Secure your spot now!
Workshop 1: Is Vietnam Tech As Hot as People Say It Is?
Vietnam is currently facing a funding ‘winter.’ How resilient are startups, and is the talent pool prepared for another challenging year? What challenges come with operating and launching a tech company in Vietnam amidst the intricate economic situation? Experts share insights into what the year might hold and their personal experiences managing technology teams in Vietnam.
Workshop 2: Is Your Background A Match for Vietnam’s Top Employers Today?
What types of talent are currently sought after in Vietnam? And what about in the future? What professions offer the best compensation? Are there specific career paths that yield higher pay compared to similar roles in the US or other countries? Industry experts shed light on the current trends and debunk myths surrounding Vietnam’s thriving sectors.
We also gain insights from experts on the experience of overseas Vietnamese and expats settling here. What does the immigration and work permit process entail? Is it as intricate as some online sources suggest?
All-In Pass tickets, priced at 2.5 million and more, are now on sale. Secure your spot now!
Workshop 3: How Creative Is Vietnam? Can we start the next creative capital here?
We listen to insights from various content creators and creative industry experts regarding Vietnam’s potential as a creative hub. What is necessary to propel this future? Or is it already in motion?
Workshop 4: Debunking Myths: I Lived Overseas and Now I’m Back. Now What?
This panel will showcase OVers who have returned to Vietnam recently, both for brief and extended durations. They’ll share their perspectives on how the experience has been so far. Has it been successful for them?
Overseas Vietnamese Summit - HOMECOMING
Join our special “homecoming” reunion as overseas Vietnamese and returnees share personal stories about working and succeeding in Vietnam's dynamic business landscape.
Date: 23-25 January 2024
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Get your tickets here.
Thank you to our sponsors: Techcombank (Title Sponsor), Masan Group (Major Sponsor), Robert Walters (Program Sponsor), New World Saigon Hotel, Shri Lifestyle Dining, Wiking Salon (Venue Sponsors), Recruitery (Booth Sponsor).