Theme: inXide out

The conference serves as an opportunity for speakers selected by TEDx UEF, to share their narratives with the audience on the theme of “inXide out”. This theme is developed based on the renowned theoretical model of the regions of awareness and the subconscious mind, where TEDx UEF focuses on uncovering areas of knowledge that remain unexplored. At the conference, the speakers voiced their insights and inspired the audience through captivating experiences, valuable lessons, and solutions to social issues of the 2020s. Through this, TEDx UEF aims to disseminate valuable ideas, contributing to and enhancing society to become increasingly positive in the future.

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Vietnam

Bui Nam Khanh

Content creator of Schannel

Nam Khánh, a prominent content creator, boasts an impressive IELTS score of 8.0 and has successfully managed four jobs simultaneously since his third year at university. Known for his humor and outstanding academic achievements, he has made a significant impact on his audience. His English teaching videos stand out for their uniqueness and innovation, earning him nearly 259,000 followers and 11 million likes on TikTok. Beyond traditional English lessons, Nam Khánh incorporates current trends, such as transforming trending phrases into IELTS 9.0 styles, creating English names for Vietnamese people, and translating BLACKPINK lyrics. This inventive approach has made his TikTok content highly popular among the youth.

Huynh Pham Thuy Tien

Runner-up Miss Cosmo Vietnam 2022

Huỳnh Phạm Thủy Tiên was the Runner-up of Miss Cosmo Vietnam 2022. She also left an impression in the hearts of the audience with her outstanding achievements: Miss Foreign Trade Charm 2018, Tourism Ambassador of Dong Thap, Lai Chau Province and Tourism Ambassador of Miss Universe Vietnam 2022, Host Shark Tank Vietnam season 6. She was an excellent student majoring in Foreign Economics at Foreign Trade University. Also, Thủy Tiên does not stop at the modeling and entertainment fields, but she also declares herself in the business field as a Co-founder of the Pacho Pocha restaurant chain, which owns many branches throughout Vietnam, and attracts a large number of customers with its service quality and special culinary style. In addition, Thủy Tiên also embraces the mission of strongly inspiring young people with the message of self-love, overcoming low self-esteem, constantly changing to improve themselves, and always sharing and helping others in difficulties in life.

Kang Byung Jun

People Manager & Project Manager at ZEPETO of SNOW Vietnam

Kang Byung Jun is the Project Manager for SNOW Vietnam, a company renowned for its popular selfie and augmented reality applications like SNOW and ZEPETO. With extensive expertise in people management and project leadership, he has been instrumental in driving the success of SNOW's projects in Vietnam. Kang Byung Jun is celebrated for his innovative approach and deep understanding of the tech industry's potential, particularly in the realms of artificial intelligence and market growth. Mr. Kang Byung Jun believes that “People are everything”; therefore, he aims to affirm what it is like to become a “talent in the 4.0 era” highlighting the importance of human decision-making factors and unlimited creativity that artificial intelligence could never replicate.

Le Dinh Hieu

Founding CEO of G.A.P Institute

Lê Đình Hiếu is a renowned Vietnamese social entrepreneur and educator, known for his contributions to education and workforce readiness in Vietnam. As the founder and CEO of G.A.P Institute, he has helped over 30,000 individuals develop essential global thinking and 21st-century skills. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Education from Johns Hopkins University and has contributed to institutions like VinUni and Fulbright University. He was featured in Forbes Vietnam's "30 Under 30" list in 2016 and named one of the "Top 10 Outstanding Young Faces of the Year" in 2018. Hiếu also Co-founder of Everest Education, which provides global curricula to Grade 12 students, and founded Hear.Us.Now, a nonprofit for the hearing-impaired community. Committed to uplifting Vietnamese

To Nhi A

PhD in Psychology

Dr. Tô Nhi A is a prominent figure in the psychology community, highly regarded among Vietnamese youth for her extensive expertise and engaging approach. With over 20 years of experience, she has effectively addressed complex cases such as anxiety disorders, depression, and marital issues. She lectures at prestigious universities including the University of Economics and Finance (UEF), Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (HCMUE), Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH), and Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU). Additionally, she founded Khai Nguyen Training and Communication Company and serves as a senior lecturer and counseling psychologist at Y Tuong Viet Mental Health Training & Care Company. Dr. Tô Nhi A frequently appears on television channels like VTV1, VTV2, VTV3, HTV7, HTV9, and HTV3, contributing to popular shows such as "Tâm tình mẹ bỉm sữa," "Con đã lớn khôn," and "Điều con muốn nói," making an impact on the mental well-being of the Vietnamese community.

Tran Thanh Tung

Co-founder of Saigon Teu

Tùng BT, whose full name is Bùi Thanh Tùng, is a prominent Vietnamese entrepreneur and media personality known for his innovative contributions and diverse talents. With a strong presence in both the startup and entertainment industries, Tùng is acclaimed for his ventures in unconventional sectors and his work as a stand-up comedian. He is the Co-founder of Monkey In Black Coffee and Saigon Tếu, successful businesses that have made significant impacts in their fields. In the media realm, he manages popular channels such as Saigon Tếu and Yêu Là Đủ, which attract millions of viewers each month. Tùng's entrepreneurial creativity was recognized with the Most Creative Idea Award at the Startup Wheel 2015 competition, and he was named one of the 14 outstanding startup figures at the Golf for Startup 2019 awards. He is also the host of the content series “After the Shark Tank” - part of the Shark Tank Vietnam program

Trinh Thi Hong Dang

Second Runner-up Miss Universe Vietnam 2023

A rising star in the Vietnamese beauty pageant industry, Trịnh Thị Hồng Đăng is the Second Runner-up of Miss Universe Vietnam 2023. Beyond her pageant success, she is an emotional wellness educator, content creator, and social advocate. Born and raised in Moscow, Russia, she graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in risk management and gained professional experience in finance and real estate before discovering her passion for wellness and social work. Hồng Đăng now runs MultiverseMagic, a coaching service dedicated to promoting techniques for emotional well-being.