[HCMC | Business Talk] Workforce Transformation Vietnam 2026: Best Company Practices for a Future-Ready Workforce
Event Organizer
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EuroCham
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Phone
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Website
Eurocham Website
Other Organizers
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EuroCham's Human Resources & Training Sector Committee
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AmCham
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CFVG
As Vietnam navigates rapid technological change, AI adoption and increasing international competition, workforce development has become essential to business competitiveness and long-term growth. However, according to World Bank Enterprise Survey 2023 data, only around 16% of Vietnamese firms provide formal employee training.
Organised by EuroCham Vietnam, its Human Resources & Training Sector Committee and AmCham Vietnam, in collaboration with CFVG, this event will bring together business leaders from HSBC Vietnam, DHL, Marou – Faiseurs de Chocolat, Evolution3 and DIGI-TEX to share practical experiences and lessons in workforce transformation.
Highlighted points:
• Explore how companies can upskill and reskill employees, the benefits for businesses, and the challenges they face in investing in their workforce.
• Share insights from different industries and international insights to help Vietnam build a skilled, adaptable, and future-ready workforce through better training and development policies.
Details of the event:
• Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026
• Time: 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM
• Location: CFVG, No. 91 Ba Thang Hai, Vuon Lai Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
• Fee (Tea break Included):Â
      EuroCham members: 300,000 VND /pax
      Non – members: 500,000 VND /pax
• Contact: Ms. Khanh at eventsupport@eurochamvn.org for more information
*Please note that cancellation (if any) must be made at least 48 hours before the event; otherwise, full charge (300,000 VND/pax for EuroCham members or 500,000 VND/pax for non-members) will be applied due to obligation with venue.
Speakers
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Williem SmitAssociate Professor and Director of Executive Education, CFVGProf. Willem Smit is Associate Professor and Director of Executive Education at CFVG. With experience at leading institutions including Fulbright University Vietnam, IMD, MIT Sloan/Asia School of Business, and Singapore Management University, he specializes in management education, leadership development, and workforce transformation. His research explores how businesses and policies can invest in people to boost competitiveness and support sustainable economic growth.
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Stella SevegranCEO of DIGI-TEXX VIETNAMStella Sevegran is an international business leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth across technology, logistics and strategic operations in Sweden, Denmark, and Vietnam. As CEO of DIGI-TEXX VIETNAM, Stella leads with an approach that blends strategic vision with operational excellence, guiding the company’s continued growth in the ITO/BPO industry.
Beyond her corporate role, Stella serves as Vice Chair of NordCham Vietnam’s Board of Directors, supporting business expansion and cross-cultural collaboration across the region. Stella Sevegran is Co-founder of Sevegran Energy Partner Vietnam, and Sevegran PRTNR Sweden, extending her commitment to innovation and sustainable solutions beyond the corporate sphere.
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Laurence ChungManaging Director Vietnam at DHL Global Forwarding -
Phillip Lee WrightChief Operating Officer, HSBC Bank (Vietnam) Ltd.Phillip L. Wright is Chief Operating Officer at HSBC Vietnam where he is responsible for operations, technology, and corporate services. Prior to Vietnam, he held regional and country roles for HSBC in Hong Kong, Philippines, Mauritius and New York. He holds an MBA from University of Manchester in the United Kingdom.
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Tram NguyenHead of People, Marou ChocolatesTram Nguyen is the Head of People at Marou – Faiseurs de Chocolat. Prior to joining Marou, she held People leadership roles at Central Retail Vietnam, Leroy Merlin, and Christina’s, supporting organizations through growth, transformation, and expansion. She partners with leaders to build high-performing organizations, develop talent, and enable sustainable business growth.
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Quang TranCEO, EVOLUTION LAB SGN (Evolution3)Quang Tran is the CEO of EVOLUTION LAB SGN, a Vietnam-based denim manufacturer pioneering people-first, responsible manufacturing. Educated in Germany, he champions the integration of technology, sustainable production, and workforce development. Under his leadership, Evolution is pursuing a vision in which automation enhances productivity while creating opportunities for employees to develop new capabilities, improve working conditions, and share in the benefits of business transformation.
