The US’s Cornell University and real estate-retail-technology giant Vingroup agreed to dispatch Professor Rohit Verma to VinUni University (VinUni) with the goal of building an excellent University in Việt Nam. Professor Rohit Verma will be the first principal of VinUni after the Prime Minister's decision on the establishment of the school. This is the next step in a strategic cooperation agreement between Vingroup and two of the Top 20 universities in the world, Cornell and Pennsylvania (United States). The first Principal of VinUni is Professor Dr. Rohit Verma – a leading professor of Business Administration that Cornell is sending to Việt Nam, to work with the VinUni University project and establish the foundations for an excellent university. Professor Rohit Verma is currently the Director of External Relations of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, possessing many outstanding professional achievements. He has more than 75 scientific … [Read more...] about VinUni announces first principal
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500 Startups announces Vietnam fund oversubscribed
500 Startups, a global seed stage venture capital firm, yesterday (November 19) announced the closing of its first Vietnam fund with over $14 million in committed capital, surpassing its original target of $10 million. The Vietnam fund, led by Eddie Thai and Binh Tran, is on a mission to back Vietnam’s next great tech startups. Eddie Thai and Binh Tran of 500 Startups “Vietnam has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the world since 1990, defying the recent strains in other emerging markets,” said Eddie Thai. “It is an exciting context to look for great tech companies. We are proud of the founders of the 36 startups we have already backed, and we are thankful to our LPs who have partnered with us to invest in dozens more.” 500 has been doubling down on Vietnam since 2016 due to the strong economy, demographics, and talent. Google CEO Sundar Pichai during a 2015 visit to Vietnam said, “I think it’s just a matter of time until … [Read more...] about 500 Startups announces Vietnam fund oversubscribed
New cluster director of marketing at Premier Village Phu Quoc
Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort and Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay has announced Nguyen Vu Dan Chau as the new cluster director of marketing, responsible for leading all the marketing, communications, and branding activities of the two properties. Nguyen Vu Dan Chau, the new cluster director of marketing at Premier Village Phu Quoc Chau joins Premier Village Phu Quoc with eight years of professional experience at international brands, seven years among which were dedicated to the hospitality field. Her most recent journey was with Le Méridien Saigon, a Marriott International brand that strives to ignite creativity and a sense of discovery in travellers. Prior to Le Méridien Saigon, she had been marketing manager of The Coffee Bean, Moevenpick Hotel Saigon, and Grand Mercure Danang. Through the journey, she gained extensive skills and knowledge in branding, digital marketing, public relations, advertising, and strategic planning, as well as the concrete … [Read more...] about New cluster director of marketing at Premier Village Phu Quoc
Premier Phu Quoc names new director of marketing
Premier Phu Quoc names new director of marketingThe Saigon Times Daily Nguyen Vu Dan Chau is now cluster director of marketing for Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort and Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay - PHOTO: COURTESY OF PREMIER PHU QUOC HCMC - Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort and Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay managed by AccorHotels have announced the appointment of Nguyen Vu Dan Chau as the new cluster director of marketing, responsible for leading all the marketing, communications and branding activities of the two properties. Chau brings to Premier Phu Quoc her eight years of professional experiences in international brands, seven years among which were dedicated to the hospitality field. Her most recent journey was with the Le Méridien Saigon, a Marriott International brand that strives to ignite creativity and sense of discovery in travelers. As assistant marketing director, she accompanied the hotel from its first days to its recent third anniversary, … [Read more...] about Premier Phu Quoc names new director of marketing
European leagues break new spending records in transfer window
* The International Olympic Committee on Wednesday (Sep 12) backed calls by Japanese organisers to implement daylight savings time at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics as concerns mount over athlete safety in soaring temperatures. * Rally world championship leader Thierry Neuville has signed a three-year contract extension with his Hyundai team, they announced on Wednesday. The Belgian, who has taken nine wins since 2014, will now stay until the end of the 2021 season. * France's World Cup-winning captain Hugo Lloris has been banned from driving for 20 months and fined after pleading guilty to a charge of drink driving, British media reported on Wednesday. * Former England captain John Terry has rejected a move to Spartak Moscow for family reasons, the 37-year-old defender said on Wednesday. Terry is a free agent after leaving Championship club Aston Villa when his contract expired at the end of last season. * Calgary City Council has voted to continue with its 2026 Winter Olympic Games bid … [Read more...] about European leagues break new spending records in transfer window