UEH co-organizes Hanoi Innovation Summit 2019 press conference
Within the framework of Hanoi Innovation Summit 2019, the first press conference with the theme “Vietnam towards innovation and sustainability” co-organized by Schoolab Vietnam and the UEH Innovation Institute (UII). took place on the morning of August 2, 2019, at UII – Campus 232/6 Vo Thi Sau, Ward 7, District 3, City. HCM.
Hanoi Innovation Summit is an international event on innovation in the smart city development strategy of the Hanoi People’s Committee. The event is co-hosted by the Ministry of Planning and Investment, organized by a network of technology and innovation units in Europe (Schoolab, Startup Sesame, Hellow Tomorrow) taking place from the 29th to the 30th. August 30, 2019 at the National Convention Center (Hanoi) with the theme “Innovation for participation and sustainability in emerging economies”. The conference is a bridge between international innovators and Asia’s flourishing creative ecosystem. With a high international profile, Hanoi Innovation Summit will become Vietnam’s new innovation landmark, bringing together thousands of startups, senior leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and academia to meet in two days. vibrant with seminars, business opportunities, ideas introduction and exchange.
Innovation Institute of University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City (UII) is the Academic Community Development Partner and the Co-organizer of the Hanoi Innovation Summit 2019 Event Press Conference in the Ho Chi Minh City area. Ho Chi Minh. Within the framework of Hanoi Innovation Summit 2019, the first press conference with the theme “Vietnam towards innovation and sustainability” co-organized by Schoolab Vietnam and the UEH Innovation Institute (UII). took place on the morning of August 2, 2019, at UII – Campus 232/6 Vo Thi Sau, Ward 7, District 3, City. HCM.
Delegates discuss before the press conference
Attending the event, on the side of the guests were Mr. Do Nam Trung – Head of Technology Management and Technology Market Department, Department of Science and Technology of Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh; Mr. Quentin Frecon – Director of Schoolab Vietnam. From the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh, there are Assoc.Prof.Dr. Phan Thi Bich Nguyet – Chairman of the Advisory Council, Director of the Innovation Institute; MSc. Bui Quang Hung – Head of Finance – Accounting Department, Deputy Director of Institute for Innovation; together with representatives of universities and academies, businesses, social organizations and interested students.
Overview of the press conference
Speaking at the press conference, Prof.Prof.Dr. Phan Thi Bich Nguyet – Chairman of the Advisory Council, Director of the UEH Innovation Institute sent warm greetings and thanks to the leaders, guests, journalists, startup projects and students. Members took the time to attend the Hanoi Innovation Summit 2019 Press Conference. As one of the leading universities in the group of economics – management in the country, UEH has been promoting activities to support the community. business community, focusing on building sustainable links between universities and businesses. UEH Innovation Institute aims to form an innovation ecosystem by supporting innovative start-up ideas, connecting social resources and commercializing academic research ideas. and applications, contributing to economic growth based on innovation. Through community connection activities such as the upcoming Innovation Summit 2019, the University hopes to continue to expand cooperation with private sector businesses, agencies and international organizations. to well support new business models and innovative start-ups in Vietnam.
Assoc.Prof.Dr. Phan Thi Bich Nguyet – Chairman of the Advisory Council, Director of the UEH Innovation Institute spoke
Mr. Quentin Frecon – Director of Schoolab Vietnam sketched out the overall picture of the Hannoi Innovation summit 2019. The event aims to create a bridge between global leaders and the local ecosystem in promoting development. sustainable economy. The event is open to everyone who believes in the power of technology to transform and disrupt businesses and society. The conference focused on 6 major themes: Consumer Technology, Environment, Life Sciences, Smart Cities, Future of Work, and Mobility & Logistics.
Mr. Quentin Frecon – Director of Schoolab Vietnam shared
At the press conference, Mrs. Selena Le – Co-founder of No Waste Vietnam shared on the topic: “How entrepreneurs can apply sustainable strategy for both economic and social impact”. The share aims to support businesses to have a sustainable business mindset and raise awareness about environmental protection in Vietnam with the message “Investing in sustainablity cost money. If not, climate change will cost the entire business, you, me, our children’s future”.
Ms. Selena Le – Co-founder of No Waste Vietnam shared
At the event’s panel discussion, guests listened to multi-dimensional approaches on “Vietnam towards Innovation and Sustainability” from an expert panel with representatives from the Department of Science and Technology of Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City, UEH Innovation Institute, Nedspice Vietnam, former expert of Finland – Vietnam Innovation cooperation program and Intek Institute – Academy specializing in training senior Information Technology Engineers for talents Young IT in the context of a global technology playground This is the foundation for interesting conversations, insightful sharing articles, and fascinating meetings in Hanoi at the second press conference in Vietnam. Hanoi on August 20, 2019.
Seminar on the topic of Vietnam towards Innovation and Sustainability
UII is a science and technology organization that conducts training, consulting, and incubation of start-up projects associated with innovation and supporting the business community. The startup incubation program is transferred based on the experience of Singapore’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center model in cooperation between UEH and SMU with the support of VinaCapital Investment Fund and Economic Development Research Department private. The campus of UEH Innovation Institute has a usable area of 1,300m2, including co-working space, meeting room, conference room with green and quiet space, which is an ideal place for the development of creative ideas. for future young entrepreneurs.
News, photos: Department of Communication and Public Relations, Institute of Innovation.
