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    Investing Conversations

    Investing Conversations event at Wink Saigon Centre in Ho Chi Minh City.
    JUL16

    Thursday, July 16

    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

    Wink Saigon Centre

    Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

    FIRE Investing

    About Event

    Join us for Investing Conversations an interactive evening for investors at every stage to get practical insights, ask real questions, and meet people serious about building wealth. ​Whether you're already investing or just getting started, you'll hear how experienced investors actually think about opportunities and risk, then have the chance to connect with founders, operators, and peers in an open, conversational setting. ​Come with your questions. Leave with sharper perspective, useful connections, and more confidence in your investing journey. ​Featured Panelists ​Trang NGUYEN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/trangnpnguyen/ Deputy Director of Securities Services at Shinhan Bank Vietnam | Vietnam Capital Markets ​Trang brings over 15 years of experience across Vietnam’s capital markets, securities services, custody, and clearing, with roles at Shinhan Bank, ACB, Deutsche Bank, and HSBC. She offers a rare behind-the-scenes perspective on how financial markets operate, how institutions manage risk, and what retail investors should understand when navigating Vietnam’s evolving investment landscape. ​Rui MAXIMO - https://www.linkedin.com/in/maximo/. VP of Security at Sky Mavis | Blockchain, Cybersecurity & Multi-Asset Investor ​Rui is a technology executive, entrepreneur, and investor with more than 20 years of experience across cybersecurity, fintech, blockchain, and software. He has held senior roles at Sky Mavis, Coinbase, Circle, JPMorgan Chase, and Microsoft, and brings a rare perspective from securing digital assets to investing across options, real estate, startups, and emerging technologies. He'll share how experienced investors evaluate emerging technologies, innovation, and long-term opportunities. Rui is a must-listen for anyone curious about the future of investing in blockchain and beyond. ​Kim-Van HO-DAC - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimvan-hodac/. Impact & Sustainable Investing | Finance, ESG & Purpose-Driven Wealth ​Swiss-born Vietnamese, Kim has lived and worked across Switzerland, Singapore, and Vietnam, with 18 years of experience across private banking, investment banking, asset management, and sustainability. She has led strategic initiatives at global financial institutions including Eastspring Investments and Crédit Agricole, bringing a rare mix of financial industry experience, international perspective, and impact-driven thinking. An entrepreneur at heart, Kim believes investing can be a path not only to wealth, but also to freedom, purpose, and positive impact for people and the planet. ​Hosted by Quynh-Huong DUONG -https://www.linkedin.com/in/qhuongduong/ Co-Founder at teko | Fintech Entrepreneur | Community Builder ​Quynh-Huong is a French-Vietnamese fintech entrepreneur and Co-Founder of teko, a fintech startup on a mission to make investing simple, safe, and long-term for everyone. From beauty retail to fintech, Quynh-Huong has lived the founder's side of the investing equation, and she'll bring that energy to guide the conversation. As host, she brings a practical founder lens and a deep belief that investing becomes easier when people can learn, ask questions, and connect openly. ​Agenda ​ 6:00 PM – Check-in & networking (45min) ​6:45 PM – Welcome & introductions (10-15 min) ​7:00 PM – Panel discussion (20 min) ​7:20 PM – Audience Q&A (15 min) ​7:35 PM onwards – Networking & conversations ​Registration ​Free with online registration. Walk-ins: 50,000 VND. ​Please support the venue by ordering a drink. ​Why Attend? ​Learn: Gain valuable insights from experienced investors and industry leaders. ​Question: Get your most pressing investment questions answered in real time. ​Connect: Expand your network with like-minded individuals in a relaxed, social atmosphere. ​Who Should Join? ​Aspiring and experienced investors ​Entrepreneurs and startup founders ​Financial advisors and analysts ​Anyone passionate about growing their wealth and knowledge in investing ​Organizer ​FIRE Investing A community of like-minded people exchanging ideas around investing, financial independence, and building a more purposeful life. https://luma.com/fire-investing ​Key Partner teko teko is an education-first investment platform helping people invest with confidence and build long-term wealth. https://www.getteko.com/ ​​Community Partners ​OV OV connects Vietnamese professionals to each other, to opportunity, and to Vietnam. https://www.overseasvietnamese.com/ ​VK Nữ Viet Kieu Women’s Global Network. A global community for Vietnamese women with an international mindset. https://vietkieunu.org/ ​Expats in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Expats in HCMC is the leading English speaking community in Vietnam.​ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Cp1xBXZtJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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