Benjamin Tran
CEO
Benjamin Tran is a highly experienced and successful Silicon Valley high-tech veteran and serial entrepreneur with a deep expertise in cross-border M&A advisory, private equity, venture capital, merchant banking, and international business development. With over 20 years of experience in these fields, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the world of finance and business. Currently serving as Chairman and CEO of publicly traded Bitech Technologies, Chairman and CEO of Golden Phoenix Healthcare Technologies, Managing Partner of Cleantek Venture Capital, President of United System Capital – a private equity and M&A advisory firm based in Newport Beach, California. Benjamin is known for his exceptional leadership, strategic insights, innovative thinking and ability to drive growth for companies. His previous role as a managing partner of an Asia-based JV with Brean Murray Carret & Co., a New York-based investment bank with an impressive track record of over 100 IPOs/APOs/SPACs and $4B raised for U.S. and Asian companies further showcases his extensive knowledge and proficiency in the field. In addition to his current positions, Benjamin serves or has served as chairman or senior advisor of several emerging growth companies across diverse industries such as consumer products, energy, software, and technologies. With a wealth of experience in corporate development and senior management, Benjamin has established himself as a seasoned international consultant. He has provided his expertise to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Silicon Valley and the Asia Pacific region, where he served on boards, worked as a CFO, corporate strategist, and executive advisor for numerous distressed companies. In these roles, he successfully managed turn-around situations by streamlining operations and steering the companies towards successful exits through either acquisitions or Initial Public Offerings (IPOs). Before delving into investment and corporate advisory work, Benjamin gained valuable experience at renowned technology leaders such as Micron Technology, Fujitsu Microelectronics, Mitsubishi Electric America, and Philips Semiconductors. Throughout his career with these companies, he held various senior positions in both technical and marketing management. Benjamin holds a PhD in Business Administration along with an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He also has a Master’s degree and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State University in California, USA.
Toan Nguyen
President
Toan Nguyen is a man of many cross-border achievements. As a serial entrepreneur, he has successfully established his presence in various industries throughout the last two decades. His sharp business acumen and strong determination had led him to build a wealth of valuable connections in both the United States and Vietnam. His vast network encompassed real estate and resort development, renewable energy, manufacturing, food and beverage, as well as telecom. Toan’s diverse portfolio allowed him to navigate through different markets and adapt to changing trends, making him a sought-after international consultant. With his extensive knowledge of the Vietnamese market and expertise in technology transfer, Toan served as a liaison for companies seeking to enter Vietnam or expand their operations there. His insights into the local culture and business landscape proved invaluable for businesses looking to establish themselves in this rapidly developing country. Toan’s impressive track record did not go unnoticed. He was instrumental in the success of VIP Network Holdings and Vietnam 84 Telecommunications, pioneering companies that revolutionized long-distance telephony by bridging the gap between telcos channels in the US and Vietnam. As CEO of these companies, Toan utilized his strong leadership skills to drive growth and innovation while establishing strategic partnerships with key players in both countries. Throughout his career, Toan had faced numerous challenges but had also reaped great rewards for several involved parties. His dedication to continuous learning and open-mindedness towards new opportunities enabled him to thrive in an ever-changing business environment. Today, Toan remains at the forefront of shaping Vietnam’s economic landscape through his influential role as an international consultant. His passion for creating value for businesses both locally and globally continues to inspire those around him. With his visionary leadership, unwavering determination, and refined business network, Toan Nguyen is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with in the world of entrepreneurship.
Bui Tuyen
Managing Director
Bui Tuyen has put his name on the map of Vietnam, contributing to several important Vietnam development projects in over the past two decades. As an Vietnamese Australian expat, he is a Chartered Professional Engineer, member of the Institution of Engineers Australia, APEC Engineers and PE International with over 35 years of experience in property, construction industry across Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai and Vietnam. He has served for 25 years in Vietnam in a role of Managing Director or Country Manager of multinational engineering consulting firms such as Meinhardt (Hong Kong) with Vietnam office and Aurecon (Australia) with Vietnam office, providing engineering and project management consultancy services to hotel & resorts development, new township development, large-scaled mix used development, tall buildings, urban infrastructure development, nationwide telecommunication projects and aviation projects. Mr. Tuyen also served several years as COO of Global CyberSoft, managing over 300 software and hardware engineers, leading to a successful acquisition by Hitachi Consulting Company. He has successfully delivered over 60 development sites in Vietnam, Australia, Hong Kong and Dubai. His sample projects include:
- Landmark 81, 461.2M Tall Mix Used Building in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Noi Bai International Airport – Terminal 2, Hanoi, Vietnam
- A number of data centers in Singapore, Hong Kong and Vietnam
- Nam Long Water Point, 356 ha. New Township Development in Long An, Vietnam
- Five-star hotel & resorts in Vietnam include: JW Marriot Cam Ranh, Hilton Saigon, Sofitel Saigon, Pullman Saigon, Crown Plaza Phu Quoc, Sheraton Danang, and Furama Danang
- Sunshire Coast University Hospital (five-star) with 1,100 beds in Queensland, Australia
- Motion Gate & Bollywood Theme Parks, Dubai
- Chek-Lap-Kok International Airport, Terminal Building, Hong Kong