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Overseas Vietnamese (OV) is a private network for Vietnamese professionals, entrepreneurs & leaders worldwide.
You us at joinov.com
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In OV Career Stories, we share about the lives and careers of our members.
This week, we chatted with Kieu My Dang—Consultant at Boston Consulting Group.
In this conversation, Kieu-My shares her multicultural background, navigating her identity as a Vietnamese immigrant in Switzerland and France. She discusses the challenges of transitioning between cultures, the influence of her parents on her education and career choices, and her journey into the competitive world of consulting at BCG. Kieu-My reflects on her experiences with imposter syndrome, the intensity of her work environment, and her ongoing efforts to build confidence in her professional life. In this conversation, Kieu-My shares her journey of self-discovery, coping with imposter syndrome, and the importance of coaching. She discusses her emotional coping mechanisms, the structure of her daily life, and the lessons learned from her experiences. Kieu-My emphasizes the significance of work-life balance, reflection, and self-confidence, especially for women in demanding careers. She also shares her future aspirations, including a desire to move back to Vietnam and invest in her creative projects.
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Connect with Kieu My Dang:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kieu-my-dang-23a245b1/
• Instagram: instagram.com/kmy.dg/Connect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ovquang/
• Instagram: instagram.com/quangJoin OV:
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Overseas Vietnamese (OV) is a private network for Vietnamese professionals worldwide.
You us at joinov.com
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In the OV Career Stories podcast series, we share about the lives of some of our remarkable members.
This week, we chatted with Tuan Le—Co-founder & CEO of The Lab Saigon.
In this conversation, Tuan shares his journey across cultures—from Vietnam to the US, Dubai, and back—highlighting his artistic development, entrepreneurial ventures, and family influences. He discusses reconnecting with his roots, the challenges of launching a co-working cafe and design studio in Vietnam, and lessons on adapting to local markets. Tuan delves into navigating Vietnam’s competitive F&B and design industries, talent acquisition, and staying attuned to consumer trends and pop culture. Balancing family life with business growth, his story offers valuable insights into identity, culture, and entrepreneurship.
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Connect with Tuan Le:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/copytuan/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluefintuna.le/Connect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ovquang/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quangJoin OV:
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Sandy Dang is the Co-founder of CoInnovate Consulting—leadership coaching and training institute. She came to the U.S. as refugee and has worked her way up to eventually study at the Harvard Kennedy School and starting and leading various non-profit organizations.
In our conversation, we cover:
• Her childhood and life experiences
• How those have shaped her career and character
• And more!Podcast is brought to you by Overseas Vietnamese—the global community for Vietnamese professionals: joinov.com
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Connect with Sandy Dang:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sandyhoadang/Connect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ovquang/
• Instagram: instagram.com/quang -
Lan Doan is the Founder of Asla. She grew up in Vietnam, went to the U.S. to study—including completing her MBA at Harvard Business School—returned to Vietnam to work as a consultant at the Boston Consulting Group, and eventually became the Chief Executive Officer of Taptap, one of Vietnam’s leading engagement and loyalty platforms.
In our conversation, we cover:
• Her experience moving from Vietnam to the U.S. and back
• Her approach to navigating life challenges and transitions
• And more!Podcast is brought to you by Overseas Vietnamese (OV) – the global community for Vietnamese professionals.
Join our community: ovfellow.com—
Connect with Lan Doan:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/landoanConnect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ovquang
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Alice Nguyen is an Account Manager at Meta. Alice grew up in Vietnam, studied in the US, and now lives in Singapore. She has also been leading the OV Singapore chapter.
In our conversation, we cover:
• Her experience moving to the US from Vietnam
• Her way to joining Meta today
• And more!Podcast is brought to you by Overseas Vietnamese (OV) – the global community for Vietnamese professionals.
Join our community: ovfellow.com—
Connect with Alice Nguyen:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alicenguyen2712
• Instagram: instagram.com/its.alicehereConnect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ovquang
• Instagram: instagram.com/quang—
You can connect and chat directly with Alice and Quang if you join the OV Fellowship.
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Mark Erickson is a Vietnamese adoptee, currently Managing Partner at BlackRock, formerly at Goldman Sachs and other financial institutions, and holds a BA from Harvard University.
In our conversation, we cover:
• His long and successful career finance and Wall Street
• What he has learned along the way
• And more!Podcast is brought to you by Overseas Vietnamese (OV) – the global community for Vietnamese professionals.
Join our community: ovfellow.com—
Connect with Mark Erickson:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mark-f-ericksonConnect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ovquang
• Instagram: instagram.com/quangYou can connect and chat directly with Mark and Quang if you join the OV Fellowship. Learn more at ovfellow.com
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Nhat Nguyen is Chief of Staff at Convai, an AI startup. Nhat grew up in Vietnam, moved to the US for college, holds a dual master degree from Harvard and MIT and has worked in finance for Goldman Sachs before moving to the Bay Area and into tech.
In our conversation, we cover:
• What coming to the US as a Vietnamese immigrant was like
• Tips on how to think about and design your career
• And more!Podcast is brought to you by Overseas Vietnamese (OV) – the global community for Vietnamese professionals.
Join our community: ovfellow.com—
Connect with Nhat Nguyen:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nhattnguyenConnect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ovquang
• Instagram: instagram.com/quangYou can connect and chat directly with Nhat and Quang by joining the Overseas Vietnamese community. Learn more at ovfellow.com
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Robert Huynh is the co-founder & CEO of Reforge Labs based out of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Robert grew up in the US, worked for Microsoft and Google, and dropped out of Harvard Business School to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams in Vietnam.
In our conversation, we cover:
• Why he left his prestigious jobs to become a Vietnam-based founder
• The emotional rollercoaster of his journey
• And much more!Podcast is brought to you by Overseas Vietnamese (OV) – the global community for Vietnamese professionals.
Join our community: ovfellow.com—
Connect with Robert Huynh:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huynhrobert
• Instagram: instagram.com/12oberthuynhConnect with Quang Do:
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ovquang
• Instagram: instagram.com/quangYou can connect and chat directly with Nhat and Quang by joining the Overseas Vietnamese community. Learn more at ovfellow.com
