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Việt Nam đang bước vào một giai đoạn tăng trưởng mới của ngành Hospitality, được thúc đẩy bởi sự gia tăng của khách quốc tế, những thay đổi về hạ tầng và làn sóng ứng dụng AI trong vận hành. Nhưng khi công nghệ ngày càng phát triển, điều gì sẽ tiếp tục tạo nên lợi thế cạnh tranh của một khách sạn cao cấp?
Trong tập 399 của Vietnam Innovators (Tiếng Anh), host Hảo Trần trò chuyện cùng Niklas Wagner, General Manager tại New World Saigon Hotel, về những chuyển dịch đang định hình tương lai của ngành khách sạn tại Việt Nam.
Cuộc trò chuyện mang đến góc nhìn từ người trực tiếp điều hành một trong những khách sạn hàng đầu tại TP.HCM, từ sự thay đổi trong các thị trường khách quốc tế, tác động của Sân bay Long Thành và Metro số 1, đến cách AI đang được ứng dụng để nâng cao hiệu quả vận hành và hỗ trợ đội ngũ mang đến trải nghiệm cá nhân hóa hơn.
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Vietnam's hospitality industry is entering a new era of growth. Rising international arrivals, major infrastructure projects, and the rapid adoption of AI are reshaping how hotels operate and compete. But as technology becomes increasingly embedded in the guest experience, what will continue to set luxury hospitality apart?
In episode 399 of Vietnam Innovators (English Edition), host Hảo Trần talks to Niklas Wagner, General Manager of New World Saigon Hotel, to discuss the forces shaping the future of hospitality in Vietnam.
Drawing on his experience leading one of Ho Chi Minh City's premier hotels, Niklas shares his insights on shifting international travel demand, the long-term impact of Long Thanh International Airport and Metro Line 1, and how AI is helping hotels streamline operations while giving teams more time to deliver meaningful, personalized guest experiences.
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Việt Nam đang đứng trước bước ngoặt kinh tế quan trọng, dịch chuyển mạnh mẽ từ gia công chi phí thấp sang nền kinh tế tri thức và công nghệ cao. Để hỗ trợ bước nhảy vọt này, một câu hỏi lớn được đặt ra: Liệu giáo dục có thể trở thành đòn bẩy tái định hình nền kinh tế Việt Nam, và chúng ta cần chuẩn bị gì để nuôi dưỡng thế hệ lãnh đạo toàn cầu tiếp theo?
Trong tập 398 của Vietnam Innovators (tiếng Anh), chúng ta sẽ cùng host Từ Ân gặp gỡ ông Jamie Large - Giám đốc Ardingly College International Limited. (ACIL) và chị Thảo Trịnh - Phó Tổng Giám đốc KNI Investment Holdings (KNI). Cuộc trò chuyện mở ra những chia sẻ về cách tái định nghĩa khái niệm “trường quốc tế”, sức mạnh của mô hình nội trú 24/7 trong việc rèn luyện sự kiên cường, định hình phẩm chất lãnh đạo và sự xuất sắc của cá nhân. Đồng thời, thảo luận về lý do vì sao việc làm chủ AI cùng việc giữ gìn bản sắc dân tộc lại là chiếc chìa khóa vàng giúp thế hệ trẻ tự tin dẫn dắt nền kinh tế trong một thế giới đầy biến động.
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Vietnam is at a defining moment in its economic transformation, shifting from a low-cost manufacturing hub to a knowledge, and innovation-driven economy. As the country takes this leap, one question becomes increasingly important: Can education become the catalyst for this transformation, and how do we prepare the next generation of global leaders?
In episode 398 of Vietnam Innovators (English Edition), host Tu An speaks with Mr. Jamie Large - Director of Ardingly College International Limited. (ACIL), and Ms. Thao Trinh - Deputy General Director of KNI Investment Holdings (KNI).
Together, they explore what it truly means to redefine the concept of an international school, the transformative role of a 24/7 boarding education in cultivating resilience, leadership, and personal excellence, and why mastering AI while preserving cultural identity is essential to empowering the next generation to lead Vietnam's economy in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing world.
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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Trong tập tiếp theo của phiên bản 2.0, cùng host Hao Tran gặp gỡ ông Frederick Burke (Cố vấn cấp cao tại Baker McKenzie) và ông Mark Gillin (Chủ tịch Hội đồng Quốc gia AmCham Việt Nam).
Là những người tiên phong đặt chân đến Việt Nam từ đầu thập niên 90, họ sẽ mang đến những câu chuyện thực tế và góc nhìn sắc bén về hành trình chuyển mình của Việt Nam trong kỷ nguyên toàn cầu hóa.
Liệu Việt Nam có tiếp tục giữ vững vị thế "đứa con vàng" khi bước sang giai đoạn phát triển mới? Hãy cùng các chuyên gia giải mã tương lai của làn sóng công nghệ AI, tự động hóa, và những cải cách chiến lược giúp gỡ bỏ nút thắt cho doanh nghiệp quốc tế tại Việt Nam trong 5 năm tới.
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Join host Hao Tran as he sits down with two legendary figures: . Mr. Frederick Burke - Senior Advisor atBaker McKenzie Vietnam and Mr. Mark Gillin - Founder, Chairman, and Managing Director of America Indochina Management Ltd. (AIM).
As pioneers who first arrived in Vietnam in the early 1990s, they bring unfiltered, on-the-ground stories and sharp insights into Vietnam’s transformative journey through the era of globalization.
Can Vietnam maintain its title as the "golden child" of globalization as it enters a new stage of development?
Join our experts as they decode the future of AI, automation, and the strategic reforms needed to unlock bottlenecks for international businesses in Vietnam over the next five years.
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Việt Nam đang đứng trước cơ hội hiếm có để bứt phá khỏi bẫy thu nhập trung bình và tiến gần hơn đến mục tiêu trở thành nền kinh tế nghìn tỷ USD. Nhưng tăng trưởng nhanh thôi là chưa đủ. Câu hỏi lớn hơn là: Làm thế nào để Việt Nam xây dựng được những động lực tăng trưởng bền vững, thay vì tiếp tục phụ thuộc vào FDI và lợi thế lao động chi phí thấp như nhiều nền kinh tế đi trước?
Trong tập 396 của Vietnam Innovators (Tiếng Anh), host Hảo Trần trò chuyện cùng ông Cường Đặng - Chủ tịch Vietnam Vanguard, về con đường hướng tới nền kinh tế nghìn tỷ USD của Việt Nam, bài toán bẫy thu nhập trung bình, khoảng trống lãnh đạo kế cận và những thách thức mà thế hệ doanh nhân F2 đang phải đối mặt khi tiếp quản doanh nghiệp gia đình trong bối cảnh cạnh tranh toàn cầu ngày càng gay gắt.
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Vietnam stands at a pivotal moment in its development journey. With ambitions to become a trillion-dollar economy, the country has an opportunity to break free from the middle-income trap. Yet the real challenge lies in building sustainable growth engines rather than relying solely on foreign investment and low-cost labor - the very model that has limited the long-term progress of many economies before it.
In the EP 396 of Vietnam Innovators (English Edition), host Hao Tran talks with Cuong Dang, Chairman of Vietnam Vanguard, to discuss Vietnam's path toward a trillion-dollar economy, the risks of the middle-income trap, the growing leadership succession gap, and the unique challenges facing second-generation business leaders as they navigate an increasingly competitive global landscape.
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Studying abroad provides students with valuable opportunities to grow strong, but it also brings significant challenges for both students and parents, particularly in financial planning.
Beyond tuition and other fixed costs, many families also have to manage unexpected expenses and unforeseen situations when their children live away from home. In this context, the support of international financial institutions such as HSBC, through global financial solutions, can help families and students stay more prepared, ease financial pressures, and feel more secure throughout the study abroad journey.
To learn more about these solutions, join us for practical insights from Manpreet Singh – Country Head of Customer Propositions & Marketing at HSBC – in Episode 395 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English edition) this week.
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Behind Vietnam’s plan to establish an International Financial Center (IFC) is a broader ambition to strengthen the country’s position within the global financial system and make it a more attractive destination for international investors.
A more open, transparent, and efficient financial ecosystem could enable capital to flow more directly into key growth sectors while accelerating the modernization of Vietnam’s financial markets.In this week’s special Episode 394 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast, hear in-depth insights and analysis from Michael Kokalari and Richard D. McClellan as they discuss the role of an IFC and the opportunities it could unlock for Vietnam’s next stage of development.
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GDP is often the starting point when evaluating a country’s development. But it also invites a deeper question: can an economy be truly called “prosperous” if rising output is not matched by meaningful improvements in people’s quality of life?
This is the focus of Episode 393 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English episode), featuring Mr. Warrick Cleine MBE, Chairman & CEO of KPMG Vietnam and Cambodia. With extensive experience advising businesses and institutions across the region, he brings a multidimensional view on what drives long-term economic strength, and why Vietnam’s development story needs to be understood through a broader framework than GDP alone.---
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Against a backdrop of ongoing global economic uncertainty, Vietnam has managed to maintain relatively strong macroeconomic stability, supported by infrastructure investment, resilient domestic consumption, and controlled inflation.
Our financial markets have also shown notable resilience despite persistent external pressures from geopolitics, energy volatility, and shifting global capital flows.
However, beneath these positive signals lie growing challenges, including rising construction costs, labor shortages, elevated housing prices and interest rates, as well as increasing risks tied to energy security and climate change.
As global volatility continues to intensify, what strategic priorities should Vietnam focus on to strengthen economic resilience while sustaining long-term growth momentum?
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving beyond basic support tools into a new generation of “AI agents” - systems capable of independently analyzing information, making decisions, and executing tasks that once required human involvement. This shift is expected to reshape global workforce structures and transform how businesses operate. For Vietnam, it presents an opportunity to accelerate digital transformation, strengthen competitiveness, and integrate more deeply into the global technology value chain.In episode 391 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English Edition), Huy Nguyen Tuong, Managing Director & Partner at Boston Consulting Group, shares his insights on the rise of AI agents and their implications for businesses and the future of work.---
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In Episode 390 of Vietnam Innovators (English Edition), Giovanni Zangani, Founder and Managing Partner of Maestro Equity Partners, shares his perspective on what foreign investors often misunderstand about doing business in Vietnam.
Beyond the country’s strong macro growth story, Giovanni explains why real returns come from understanding local entrepreneurs, family-run businesses, and the operational realities behind the market. The conversation also explores the importance of trust-building, cultural nuances, and taking a hands-on approach when working alongside Vietnamese founders.
Through practical insights and real investment experiences, the episode offers a closer look at what it takes to build long-term business success in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets.
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As consumers are presented with more choices than ever before, packaging is becoming an increasingly important touchpoint between brands and customers.
Beyond helping products stand out and capture consumer attention, new packaging solutions also enable businesses to optimize transportation costs, expand distribution capabilities, and meet rising standards for food safety and sustainability.
Episode 389 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English edition), featuring two special guests from Ecolean - Thomas Hultin, Group CEO, and Peter Hauggaard, Managing Director for Southeast Asia & the Middle East - offers deeper insights into the increasingly important role of packaging innovation in shaping the future of F&B industry.
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Vietnam is gradually evolving from a traditional manufacturing hub into a market where local businesses are building their own brands and reaching global consumers through e-commerce export.The growth of digital platforms is lowering barriers to entry, enabling Vietnamese companies - especially SMEs - to participate more directly in global value chains. This shift is also extending beyond major urban centers, beginning to impact traditional industries and regional communities.In this episode of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English edition), Larry Hu, Head of Amazon Global Selling, Southeast Asia, shares his insights into this transformation and what it could mean for the next phase of Vietnam’s export economy.---
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In Episode 387 of Vietnam Innovators, Eddie Thai, Co-founder and General Partner of Ascend Vietnam Ventures, shares his perspective on the unique “DNA” of Vietnam’s tech ecosystem. From the country’s impressive economic growth, averaging 7% annually since 1990, to ongoing structural reforms in government, Vietnam is steadily building a strong foundation for long-term potential.
The conversation highlights the resilience of Vietnamese startups amid a volatile capital market, the transformative role of technology in traditional sectors such as agriculture, and the challenge of building large-scale businesses to unlock global expansion opportunities. Eddie Thai also reflects on lessons from missed investment opportunities and shares his outlook on the future development of Vietnam’s capital markets.
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With the strong economic fundamentals and growth potential, Vietnam has emerged as one of the most dynamic markets in Asia, drawing increasing attention from international investors and businesses.
Yet alongside these opportunities come operational challenges, particularly in areas such as cross-border payments, capital controls, and foreign exchange conversion costs. These financial frictions can add unnecessary expenses for businesses and slow their expansion into global markets.
To help address these issues, Airwallex - a global financial infrastructure platform - is building solutions designed to simplify international payments, reduce FX costs, and help companies manage cash flow more efficiently so they can focus on long-term growth.
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Amid ongoing political tensions in the Middle East, attention is increasingly turning to the potential ripple effects on the global economy, including Vietnam.
Volatility in oil prices, risks to global supply chains, and potential spillover effects on inflation and economic growth are among the key issues being closely watched as geopolitical tensions in the region persist.
Back on the Vietnam Innovators (English) podcast, macroeconomics expert Michael Kokalari shares his insights and offers further analysis on how these developments could affect Vietnam’s economy.
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What is the key to successfully scaling a business?
If your answer is a well-crafted strategy, that may be necessary, but it’s not enough. According to Mr. Vinnie Lauria, Founding Partner at Golden Gate Ventures, the real differentiators are people and a deep understanding of cultural nuances - factors that help companies grow sustainably as they enter new markets.
Lauria began his career as an entrepreneur before moving into venture capital. Today, he is a Founding Partner of Golden Gate Ventures and is known for helping connect the startup ecosystems of Silicon Valley and Southeast Asia. He has also been recognized by the Founder Institute as one of Asia’s top startup mentors among a global network of more than 2,500 mentors.
Drawing on these experiences, he and his co-authors recently released Mind the Gap: Scaling Businesses Across Cultures, a practical guide for leaders looking to scale their businesses across different cultures.
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Sustainable farming practices and the application of science and technology are becoming increasingly important for Vietnam’s agricultural sector, helping improve productivity, reduce environmental impact, and enable farmers to better adapt to market fluctuations.
Against this backdrop, companies such as De Heus are playing an increasingly important role by working alongside farmers to support a more sustainable and efficient agricultural ecosystem.
To learn more, tune in to Episode 382 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English edition), where host Hao Tran speaks with Rick van der Linden - Managing Director Livestock & Genetics at De Heus - about the challenges and opportunities shaping Vietnam’s agricultural sector.
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Higher education, especially the research university model, plays an increasingly important role in developing Vietnam’s skilled workforce. It also gives students greater access to international academic and research environments.One of the most notable education partnerships between Vietnam and Germany is led by Prof.Dr. René Thiele, President of Vietnamese-German University (VGU). Before taking on this role, he was Professor of Geoinformatics and Vice President for Studies and Teaching at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Germany).In Episode 381 of the Vietnam Innovators podcast (English edition), Prof.Dr. René Thiele joins host Hao Tran to discuss the forces shaping the future of higher education. During the conversation, he also highlights the role of research universities such as VGU in addressing pressing energy challenges while preparing the next generation of talent for Vietnam’s emerging industries.
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The rapid growth of the healthtech industry and AI in digital health is reshaping how people access and manage healthcare worldwide. Instead of relying solely on hospital visits, many technology-driven solutions now allow users to track health metrics, manage chronic diseases, and build healthier habits directly through mobile applications.
Amid this wave of innovation, technology entrepreneurs are increasingly combining artificial intelligence, health data, and mobile platforms to create more personalized and preventive healthcare solutions. One of the notable figures pursuing this vision is Ofir Ejnes, CEO and Co-founder of Elfie, a digital health platform that is expanding across multiple Asian markets, including Vietnam.
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