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Chairman of CMG.ASIA
Randy Dobson is the Chairman of CMG.ASIA, a leading firm specializing in the lifestyle and wellness industry. He has a storied career and has been recognized with numerous business awards and featured in multiple prestigious publications such as Forbes. Randy is a visionary entrepreneur with over two decades of experience creating and growing successful businesses, including wellness clinics, the leading luxury gym chain and Vietnam’s number one color cosmetic brand among many others.
COO & Managing Partner of CMG.ASIA
With over a decade of experience, Huyen joined the company in 2009 and played a key role in its growth and success from a fitness company to a multi-disciplinary venture builder, leading the media division and managing projects and campaigns.
As Managing Partner, Huyen oversees daily operations, production, and business planning for multiple portfolio businesses and fosters a results-driven, accountable work environment. With her strong background in communication and marketing, she is a valuable mentor to the executive teams of CMG’s portfolio investments, providing critical insights for scaling a business from early stage to market leader.
Founder of Grant Thornton Vietnam
Ken Atkinson started his career in international banking, with over 45 years of emerging market experience and 40 years of Asian experience, Ken has undertaken corporate finance transactions in many emerging markets worldwide (Eastern Europe, the People’s Republic of China, and several other countries in South East Asia).
Ken has been working almost exclusively in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Lao PDR during the last 30 years and was the Founder of Grant Thornton Vietnam, a member firm of Grant Thornton International.
CEO and Founder of The Global CIO Office
Gary Dugan is the CEO and founder of The Global CIO Office, offering asset allocation and investment advice to families and boutique institutional platforms. He began his career in the City of London, rising as a portfolio manager and market strategist for prominent asset managers and investment banks, including the National Coal Board pension funds, Eagle Star, and Morgan Grenfell. Joining JPMorgan in 1993, he served as their European equity market strategist and later as MD and CIO of multi-asset portfolios.
Gary managed investments for prestigious clients and received S&P awards. He also advised the OECD, European corporate boards, and the European Parliament. His extensive experience includes roles as CIO at Barclays Wealth, Merrill Lynch, and the UAE's largest banks, FAB and Emirates NBD. In 2016, he was named Private Banker of the Year by Wealth Briefing.
Co-founder and CEO of AOP Capital
David McCann is the CEO and a founding partner of AOP Capital Limited based in Hong Kong. His business acumen is built on decades of entrepreneurial success in venture capital, private equity, and business, with a keen focus on bringing value and generating robust returns through partnerships. His career is marked by a proven record of building thriving companies, and a diverse portfolio that encompasses mergers, acquisitions, and fundraising across the Asia-Pacific region, USA, and EU. David’s expertise also shines in scaling up businesses and executing both business and investment strategies for growth.
Co-Founder & CEO of GAM Entertainment
TK Nguyen is a seasoned professional in the entertainment and hospitality industry with over 15 years of experience. He has a proven track record in creating unique and memorable experiences as the founder of Skylight Nha Trang, a popular rooftop beach club that has become one of Vietnam's top tourist destinations.
TK has taken his passion for connecting cultures and bringing people together to new heights as the CEO of GAM Entertainment Group. In this role, TK leads the company's mission to unite and inspire the world through esports entertainment. The success of Vietnam's 8x Championship team and SEA Games Gold winner, GAM Esports, showcases TK's ability to build and grow brands that leave a lasting impact.
Chairman of Maison/ Founder of Hello Health Group
With a track record of co-founding several ventures in Southeast Asia and presently serving as the Chairman of Maison Group, James stands as an accomplished business leader. In his role as Executive Chairman, he adeptly manages growth strategies, legal affairs, risk mitigation, M&A, and brand extension. Noteworthy is Hello Health Group's expansive reach across 9 markets, engaging 37 million monthly users. Holding a Master's in International Relations from the University of Nottingham, complementing his regional and cross-industry expertise, James provides invaluable insights to those he guides.
Founder of Hoang Ha & Associates
Mr. Ha Vu Hoang is the founder and managing director of Hoang Ha & Associates. He is a corporate lawyer with more than 20 years of experience. His diverse legal experience has helped him to have the ability to thoroughly analyze the strategies and goals of corporations to effectively guide businesses through the complexities of governmental regulations and corporate compliance requirements, while consistently maximizing shareholder value. Mr. Ha Vu Hoang graduated from the University of Law of Ho Chi Minh City in 2001 and received his master's degree in international law from Transnational Law and Business University in Seoul, Korea in 2005. He was admitted to the Bar Association of Ho Chi Minh City and is a member of the Vietnam Bar Federation.
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