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Vietnam's labor market is facing a critical contradictionโ€”companies are laying off workers while simultaneously struggling to find skilled talent. Untangling the Paradox: Lay-off Storms and Talent Shortages in Vietnam"brings together experts, industry leaders, and educators to explore the root causes of this disconnect and chart a path forward.


Through keynote insights, panel discussions, real-world case studies, and collaborative sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the systemic challenges and innovative strategies needed to align workforce supply with evolving market demands. From re-skilling initiatives to strategic workforce planning, this event aims to spark dialogue, share solutions, and build connections that can drive sustainable talent development across Vietnam.

Jul 11, 2025

09:00 - 11:30 GMT+7

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ฤแบกi hแปc RMIT Viแป‡t Nam - Cฦก sแปŸ Hร  Nแป™i
Phแป‘ Kim Mã 521
Hà Nแป™i, Vietnam

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Agenda

  • Welcoming reception
    09:00 - 09:30Welcoming reception
    Melbourne-cafe-style coffee served courtesy of Perfetto
    Keynote Speech
    09:30 - 10:00Keynote Speech
    Understanding the Talent Landscape: Bridging Education and Industry Needs

    Quyen Dang

    Senior Lecturer and Senior Program Manager, International Business Program, The Business School, at RMIT University (Vietnam)

    Panel Discussion
    10:00 - 10:30Panel Discussion
    - The Great Disconnect: What Drives Lay-offs in a Talent -Hungry Market?
    - Re-skilling and Upskilling for Vietnam's Future Workforce

    Edwin Law

    Executive Director of AusCham Vietnam

    Quyen Dang

    Senior Lecturer and Senior Program Manager, International Business Program, The Business School, at RMIT University (Vietnam)

    Brendan Cunningham

    Regional Business Development Director of AS White Global (ASW)

    Jack Nguyen

    CEO of InCorp Vietnam

    Interactive Session
    10:30 - 11:00Interactive Session
    - Strategic Workforce Planning: Harnessing Talent in Turbulent Times
    - Case Study Presentation: Real-world examples from companies navigating this paradox successfully

    Brendan Cunningham

    Regional Business Development Director of AS White Global (ASW)

    Networking Session
    11:00 - 11:15Networking Session
    “Meet, Greet, and Brainstorm”: Facilitating connections among participants and speakers
    Closing Remarks
    11:15 - 11:30Closing Remarks
    Synthesizing insights and outlining actionable strategies

    Edwin Law

    Executive Director of AusCham Vietnam

Speakers

  • Quyen Dang (Senior Lecturer and Senior Program Manager, International Business Program, The Business School, at RMIT University (Vietnam))

    Quyen Dang

    Senior Lecturer and Senior Program Manager, International Business Program, The Business School, at RMIT University (Vietnam)

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  • Brendan Cunningham (Regional Business Development Director of AS White Global (ASW))

    Brendan Cunningham

    Regional Business Development Director of AS White Global (ASW)

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  • Jack Nguyen (CEO of InCorp Vietnam)

    Jack Nguyen

    CEO of InCorp Vietnam

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  • Edwin Law (Executive Director of AusCham Vietnam)

    Edwin Law

    Executive Director of AusCham Vietnam

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AusCham Members

Limit: 3 tickets/company

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Media Partner Members

Members of NordCham & BritCham

โ‚ซ150,000
Non-Member Participants

Walk-in attendees can pay in cash or by bank transfer.

โ‚ซ300,000
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