ABOUT
THE SUMMIT

With a distinguished diplomatic career spanning, Ambassador Frew is dedicated to strengthening the UK–Vietnam partnership in multiple fields.

With extensive experience in trade and economic diplomacy, she leads the British Consulate‑General in Ho Chi Minh City to deepen UK–Vietnam business and cultural ties.

With over 17 years in clean energy project development and energy policy, Denzel plays a leading role in advocating for UK-Vietnam business ties.

With over 30 years of experience in banking and finance, he brings strong strategic and leadership expertise to Jardine Matheson Vietnam.

She has led REE since 1993 and transformed it from a modest refrigeration & electrical enterprise into a powerhouse with strong market value and diversified operations.

With over 20 years of global operational leadership, he drives efficient growth and digital innovation as COO of HSBC Vietnam, reinforcing the bank’s resilience and customer focus.

With deep expertise in trade and supply-chain finance across Asia, Surajit leads HSBC Vietnam’s Global Trade Solutions business, advancing digitized and sustainable working capital solutions for companies.

Known as the first Vietnamese leading the company, with nearly three decades at Unilever, she has successfully driven Unilever Vietnam to become one of the top markets globally.

With over 25 years of experience in the life insurance and financial services industry across Asia, he excels in driving quality growth, operational excellence and building high-performing organization.

With over 24 years in finance and investment, he leads Eastspring Vietnam’s growth strategy, leveraging deep expertise in banking, securities, and fund management.

Experienced banking & finance executive who has held senior roles in Asia & Europe, including Board positions in 2 listed Vietnamese companies

With extensive experience in finance and M&A across Asia, he drives portfolio growth and strategic investments as Group Director and CIO of Jardine Matheson Limited

This M&A Partner at Baker McKenzie HCMC leads major, cross-border transactions. He serves as Vice Chair of BritCham Vietnam and is recognized as a Rising Star in M&A.

Francesca has over 20 years’ experience in broadcast and digital news. She launched three TV news channels and two multimedia newsrooms, covering major global stories.

With over 30 years in Asian energy markets, Mark drives collaboration between industry and governments to accelerate the Energy Transition and achieve net-zero goals.

With over 25 years of experience, he advises global executives on geopolitics, macroeconomics, risks, regulations, and public sector opportunities.

With 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, he is the author of the seminal work “Insurance Dictionary.”

Over 18 years of experience in the renewables industry in Asia and Europe, he focus on the development of renewable energy and battery storage projects across Southeast Asia

Linh is currently the Country Manager for SARA Vietnam and one of the initial members at SARA. She oversees business growth, development, and operations management.

He has led a major packaging firm, driving innovation and sustainability in the plastics industry in Vietnam. His focus is on optimization and business development.

As the Chairman and Deputy Secretary, he champions Vĩnh Long's economic strategy. His focus is on investment attraction and provincial development.

Atul is renowned for his expertise, emerging technologies, and directing complex corporate relationships, with remarkable accomplishments in scaling up businesses.