Vietnam Innovators

Vietcetera

Vietnam is forecasted to be one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia and the world. To understand the dynamics behind Vietnam’s miracle growth, Vietcetera meets with business leaders every week to discuss the country’s future growth prospects. We also learn how they build and manage teams and why they think innovation will be key to Vietnam’s role in the world order. You can find more information for this Podcast at https://vietcetera.com/en

  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    After Doi Moi in 1986, Who Built Vietnam From Nothing? | Sam Korsmoe & Sam Van | EP 386

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    16 April 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 38 minutes 3 seconds
    Scaling Expert: This Is The #1 Rule For Growing Your Business | Andrew Yi Hua Chim | EP 385

    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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    14 April 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 42 minutes 21 seconds
    Emergency Podcast: The Iran War Impact on Vietnam | Michael Kokalari

    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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    4 April 2026, 1:51 am
  • 29 minutes 28 seconds
    Silicon Valley Investor: This is Why Vietnam Is One of The Hardest Market I've Ever Seen | EP 383

    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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    2 April 2026, 12:30 pm
  • 30 minutes 48 seconds
    The Success Of Vietnamese Farmers Is Our Growth Motivation | Rick van der Linden, De Heus | EP 382

    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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    31 March 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 42 minutes 49 seconds
    How We Shape Vietnam Future Through German Education? | EP 381

    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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    Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at [email protected]

    24 March 2026, 12:30 pm
  • 34 minutes 12 seconds
    Health Tech Founder: Why I Refuse To Charge My Users A Single Cent For Better Healthcare? | EP 380

    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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    Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at [email protected]

    10 March 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 35 minutes 43 seconds
    AI Marketing Expert Mervyn Cheo: This Is What I Scare The Most About AI | EP 379

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    Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at [email protected]

    5 March 2026, 12:30 pm
  • 34 minutes 53 seconds
    Investing Expert: What does Vietnam need to become top 20 economy? | EP 378

    What does Vietnam need to do to break into top 20 economies?

    This is one of the central topics that host Hảo Trần and Mr. Tony Ngo will explore in Episode 378 of the Vietnam Innovators (English edition) podcast this week.

    With more than 20 years of experience in finance and entrepreneurship, Tony Ngo is the Co-Founder of 20in20 Partners, a Vietnam-focused advisory and institutional investment platform. There, he works closely with industry leaders and long-term investors to implement high-impact projects across multiple sectors, contributing to sustainable economic growth.

    He is also the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Everest Education, an education organization committed to empowering Vietnamese learners in an increasingly globalized world. Drawing on his expertise in corporate governance, business strategy, and product development, Tony Ngo continues to drive growth, enhance educational quality, and create long-term value within the education ecosystem he helps build.

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    Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at [email protected]

    24 February 2026, 12:30 pm
  • 33 minutes 55 seconds
    Danish Ambassador: Can Vietnam achieve NET ZERO by 2050? | EP 377


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    And explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at: https://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovator

    Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at [email protected]

    10 February 2026, 12:30 pm
  • 27 minutes 17 seconds
    Macro Economic Expert: It's over for Vietnam if we could not achieve 10% GDP growth | EP 376

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    And explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at: https://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovator

    Feel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at [email protected]

    3 February 2026, 3:45 am
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