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Theme: Be Rich or Be You

This event occurred on
August 18, 2024
Hanoi, Ha Noi
Vietnam

DISCOVER YOUR TRUE SELF IN TURNING POINTS OF LIFE
In a world where wealth and success are often held as the ultimate goal of life, we tend to lose sight of ourselves when confronted with the question: “Should we be rich or be true to ourselves?”
Amid the relentless pursuit of status, career, and wealth, this event offers a rare moment for us to to slow down and think about what really matters. Here, each of us will have a chance to face with the fine line between ambition and staying true to yourself.

Banking Academy of Vietnam
12 Chùa Bộc
Hanoi, Ha Noi, 100000
Vietnam
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Elston Baretto

Tech Entrepreneur
Elston Baretto is the founder & CEO of tinyhost.com, a user-friendly web hosting service loved by over 500,000+ users globally. Frustrated with the traditional VC start-up route, he bootstrapped Tiny part-time, with no-funding and transitioned from the 9-5 corporate life to running his own SaaS full-time.

Han Le

Documentary Filmmaker
Han Le is an innovative and thought-provoking documentary filmmaker, known for crafting authentic, purpose-driven stories that deeply resonate with her audiences. A natural storyteller, she harnesses the power of film to explore themes of culture, identity, and the universal human experience. Rooted in her upbringing in Hanoi, Vietnam, and based in London, UK, Han’s work bridges her profound connection to her heritage with the transformative possibilities of global storytelling. Her most recent project, The Long Dress, marks her debut feature documentary and celebrates the cultural richness of the Vietnamese Áo Dài.

Huyen Trang Nguyen

Medical Entrepreneur & Optometry Pioneer
Ms. Nguyen Huyen Trang is Vietnam’s first PhD researcher in Pediatric Eye Care and Vision Science, at the University of Bradford, UK. Today, she leads VIVISION KID, a pioneering pediatric eye care clinic system. With over a decade of teaching at Hanoi Medical University, she has shaped the next generation of optometrists while also advancing specialized training in Optometry across Vietnam since 2015. Her journey began not in medicine, but in economics - a background that now complements her medical expertise with strategic business insight. Beyond the clinic, she is the creative mind behind Martian, a Vietnamese designer eyewear brand, and Nghieng, an F&B brand celebrating Vietnam’s cultural heritage. Through her unique lens blending science, education, and entrepreneurship, Trang is redefining what it means to care for vision - both literally and metaphorically. What makes Huyền Trang truly unique is her seamless blend of medical expertise and business acumen.

Madox Hoang Nguyen

Entrepreneur & Creative Director
Hoang Nguyen (Madox) is no stranger to the fashion scene, especially for those who love bold and unique street style. Having spent years living in Germany, he has gained invaluable experience from the European fashion industry. Over the years, he has worked with world-renowned brands like L’Oréal, Estée Lauder, and LVMH. Despite his success in Europe, Madox constantly seeks new challenges. That’s why he returned to Vietnam—to build his own fragrance and fashion brands from the ground up. At first glance, people might be drawn to Madox’s striking tattoos, but behind each one lies a story, a memory, and a deep life lesson. To him, tattoos are more than just body art—they represent a journey filled with challenges, growth, and perseverance.

Thầy Beo U40

Influencer & Content creator
From lecturer to content creator with millions of views, Thầy Beo U40 has captured the hearts of the community with his unique blend of entertainment, education, and trend-savviness. Staying true to his career goals, he continually hones his skills and produces inspiring content that spreads positivity to millions of viewers.

Organizing team

Long
Hoang

Hanoi City, Vietnam
Organizer