Viet nam Innovation and Private Capital Summit 2025
(NCC), Hanoi, Vietnam.
Notable Speakers
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Event Overview
Viet Nam is at the heart of Southeast Asia’s innovation surge, offering immense potential for private capital to drive transformative growth.
This event focuses on fostering regional collaboration to unlock private capital’s role in scaling Vietnamese businesses, advancing innovation, and strengthening cross-border investment ties.
By bringing together investors, policymakers, and industry leaders, we aim to explore strategies for navigating
Viet Nam’s dynamic market, leveraging regional partnerships, and building a resilient ecosystem that positions Vietnam as a leading hub for innovation in Asia
Agenda
We offer a platform for you to connect, share valuable insights, and secure business opportunities with country decision-makers and industry leaders.
Exclusive Speaker Networking Hour
Speaker & VVIP Dinner
A private, invite-only dinner featuring an exclusive group of event speakers, select sponsors, and distinguished guests, including a ministerial representative. This curated evening fosters deep conversations, strategic networking, a cultural performance, and collaboration opportunities in a refined setting ahead of the main event.
Registration and Networking
Opening Remarks: Vietnam’s Vision for Innovation and Investment
Overview of Vietnam’s strategy for fostering innovation, expanding private capital, and supporting economic growth through new policy directions.
Overview of the Summit — its origins, progress, and future vision. Highlighting Vietnam’s transformative growth and its emergence as a powerhouse for innovation, entrepreneurship, and global investment in the Era of National Rise.
Vinnie Lauria, Founding Managing Partner, Golden Gate Ventures
Remarks: Korea’s Support for Vietnamese Startups and Innovation
Outlining Korea's strategies to strengthen collaboration between the Korean and Vietnamese startup ecosystems, focusing on innovation, market expansion, and fostering cross-border partnerships to accelerate growth in both countries.
Remarks: Singapore -- Vietnam Innovation Corridor
A detailed look at Vietnam's tech and innovation ecosystem, investment trends, and emerging opportunities for private capital.
Presentation: Vietnam's Innovation and Tech Investment Landscape
A detailed look at Vietnam's tech and innovation ecosystem, investment trends, and emerging opportunities for private capital
Morning Keynote: FPT Chairman (FPT journey, AI, and what’s ahead)
A deep dive into FPT’s pivotal role in shaping Vietnam’s transformation—past, present, and future. This presentation will highlight how FPT has been at the forefront of digital transformation, including AI and semiconductors, driving Vietnam’s innovation agenda and positioning the country as a regional tech powerhouse globally.
MOU Signing Ceremony: Strengthening Regional Investment & Collaboration
A formal signing ceremony to solidify partnerships between Vietnam and key regional agencies from Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, and beyond. This agreement will enhance cross-border investment, foster innovation-driven collaboration, and announce $XXX Billion AUM available to support Vietnamese startups in scaling and expanding globally.
Panel Discussion 1: Vietnam’s Next Frontier for Innovation
How Vietnam can leverage AI, data, and semiconductors to drive its next wave of innovation and economic growth.
Fireside Chat
Networking Lunch
Cultural Performance
Fireside Chat: The Future of AI-Powered Companies in Vietnam
Discussion on the evolving AI landscape and how private capital can accelerate AI-driven innovations in Vietnam.
Panel Discussion 2: Scaling Growth-Stage Companies for Regional and Success
This session will explore how growth-stage companies are scaling beyond their domestic market, preparing for IPOs, and navigating the challenges of regional expansion. Panelists will discuss strategies for strengthening core operations, building resilience, and attracting international private equity to fuel growth.
Panel Discussion 3: Scaling Vietnam’s Enterprises: Strategies for Successful Exits
As Vietnam enters its Era of National Rise, successful exits—through IPOs and M&As—will play a critical role in shaping the country’s investment landscape. This panel will explore the strategies, challenges, and opportunities for Vietnamese companies scaling towards global capital markets, with insights from corporate leaders, financial experts, and market operators.
Closing Remarks
Summary of key takeaways and a forward-looking view of Vietnam’s role within theAsian private capital landscape.
Closing Networking Reception
Unwind and connect over drinks in a specially curated lounge setting at the NCC, providing the perfect backdrop for meaningful conversations, new partnerships, and reflections on Vietnam’s Era of National Rise.
VIP After Party
An exclusive, invite-only gathering for CEOs, investors, select speakers, sponsors, and distinguished guests at a rooftop bar designed for meaningful connections and a memorable evening. Enjoy a curated ambiance, premium cocktails, and an intimate setting, providing the perfect close to a day of thought leadership and investment dialogue. Location details will be shared with confirmed attendees.
Lunch & Learn
A curated roundtable lunch uniting investors, policymakers, and startup leaders forinsightful discussions on Vietnam’s evolving private capital landscape. Hosted by VPCA,this session features a special guest fireside chat, offering an exclusive perspective onemerging opportunities and market dynamics.
Optional Site Visits
An exclusive opportunity for attendees to explore Vietnam’s dynamic innovation ecosystem firsthand. These site visits will offer a behind-the-scenes look at leading startups, innovation hubs, and corporate R&D centers, providing valuable insights into emerging sectors, cutting-edge technologies, and investment-ready businesses shapingVietnam’s future.
Registration and Networking
Remarks: Vietnam’s Vision for Innovation and Investment
Overview of Vietnam’s strategy for fostering innovation, expanding private capital, and supporting economic growth through new policy directions.
Remarks: Korea’s Support for Vietnamese Startups and Innovation
Outlining Korea's strategies to strengthen collaboration between the Korean and Vietnamese startup ecosystems, focusing on innovation, market expansion, and fostering cross-border partnerships to accelerate growth in both countries.
Presentation: Vietnam’s Innovation and Tech Investment Landscape
A detailed look at Vietnam's tech and innovation ecosystem, investment trends, and emerging opportunities for private capital.
Keynote: Korea’s Economic Miracle – The Power of Innovation and Lessons for Vietnam
Korea’s journey from poverty to economic powerhouse highlights the transformative power of innovation, strategic government support, and industry partnerships - offering Vietnam a roadmap to harness technology and public-private collaboration for its growth.
MOU Signing Ceremony: VPCA & KVCA Partnership
Formal signing of the MOU to enhance investment and collaboration between Vietnam and Korea.
Keynote: Case Study on Private Capital Success in AsiA
KIP is a subsidiary of Korea Investment Holdings (KIH), one of South Korea's largest financial services groups with a $235B AUM. Through 37 years of experience in the investment field, KIP is currently managing 58 funds with an AUM of US$4 billion. Since 2001, KIP has liquidated 18 funds with an average multiple of 2.0x and an IRR of 16.7%.
A case study on a high-impact private equity investment in Asia, discussing strategy, challenges, and success factors.
Panel Discussion 1: Navigating Emerging Investment Trends in Innovation and Sustainability Sectors
A detailed look at Vietnam's tech and innovation ecosystem, investment trends, and emerging opportunities for private capital.
Networking Lunch
Performance
Keynote: From Startup to Unicorn – Key Milestones and Strategies for Success
Sharing the critical milestones in building a unicorn, including funding strategies, scaling operations, navigating market challenges, and how Vietnamese startups can leverage these lessons to fuel their growth.
Panel Discussion 2: Scaling Growth-Stage Companies for Regional and Success
This session will explore how growth-stage companies are scaling beyond their domestic market, preparing for IPOs, and navigating the challenges of regional expansion. Panelists will discuss strategies for strengthening core operations, building resilience, and attracting international private equity to fuel growth.
Panel Discussion 3: Best Practices in Government-Backed Innovation Funds Across Asia
Exploration of successful innovation fund models across Asia and lessons that can inform new initiatives in Vietnam.How to foster regional partnerships in boosting economic growth and facilitating cross-border capital flows.
Panel Discussion 4: Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) and the Role of Corporates in Innovation
How CVCs support startup ecosystems, with case studies on successful corporate-startup collaborations in Vietnam/Southeast Asia.
Panel Discussion 5: Crafting Successful Exit Strategies
This panel will explore strategies and challenges in planning successful exits for Vietnamese companies, focusing on IPOs and M&As.
Closing Remarks
Summary of key takeaways and a forward-looking view of Vietnam’s role within the Asian private capital landscape.
VIP After Party
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Agenda
We offer a platform for you to connect, share valuable insights, and secure business opportunities with country decision-makers and industry leaders.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Lunch & Learn
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Company Visits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there recommended hotels?
We recommend Marina Hotel Hanoi, JW Marriott Hotel, Gloud Hotel, and Reyna Luxury Hotel—all within a 10-minute drive of the National Convention Center and the events.
How can I gain access to the pre/post events?
The pre/post events are exclusively reserved for VVIP guests, speakers, and VPCA members. To request a VVIP spot or inquire about VPCA membership, please "Request Invite" or contact us with any questions.
What are the best ways to get to the venue?
The National Convention Center is easily accessible by taxi or ride-hailing services like Grab. The recommended hotels are all within a 15-minute walk, with the JW Marriott being the closest.
What is the dress code for the event?
The dress code is business professional. Please wear a suit, blazer, or similar corporate attire.
Who is NIC?
Vietnam National Innovation Center (NIC)is a unit under the Ministry of Planning and Investment, with the function of supportingVietnam startups and the innovation ecosystem, contributing to the innovation of the growth model based on science and technology.
How to apply for a Vietnam Visa?
Apply for a Vietnam Evisa https://evisa.gov.vn/
Some nationalities do not require a visa for Vietnam—please check if this applies to yours before applying. If a visa is needed, we recommend obtaining it by April 11th.
If you encounter any issues with your visa application, don't hesitate to contact us for assistance.
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