VPS Launches VPS 2.0
June 1, 2026 | United States
June 2, 2026 | Vietnam
The Association of Vietnamese Professionals and Students in the United States (VPS) proudly announces the launch of VPS 2.0, marking a new chapter in its mission to connect, empower, and inspire Vietnamese professionals and students while strengthening people-to-people ties between the United States and Vietnam.
Coinciding with the 14th anniversary of VPS, the launch event brings together distinguished leaders from diplomacy, academia, business, technology, and civil society to celebrate the organization's next phase of growth and impact.
Remarks from Vietnam's Ambassador to the United States
The event will feature special remarks by Ambassador Nguyễn Quốc Dũng, Ambassador of Vietnam to the United States.
VPS 2.0 and Strategic Initiatives
During the event, VPS leadership will officially unveil VPS 2.0, introducing a renewed vision and strategic initiatives designed to strengthen leadership development, professional collaboration, mentorship, community engagement, and bilateral connections between Vietnam and the United States.
Strategic Partnership with VNUHCM Innovation Hub
A key highlight of the event will be the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between VPS and the VNUHCM Innovation Hub, establishing a framework for collaboration in higher education, innovation, research, talent development, and international engagement.
VPS is honored to welcome Prof. Nguyễn Thị Thanh Mai, Chancellor and President of VNUHCM, who will deliver special remarks.
Featured Discussion: From the Past to the Future
The event will culminate in a landmark discussion titled:
"From the Past to the Future"
Bringing together an extraordinary group of distinguished U.S. and Vietnamese diplomatic leaders, business executives, academics, and community leaders, the conversation will explore the evolution of the U.S.–Vietnam relationship, lessons learned over the past three decades, and opportunities for future collaboration.
Participants include:
Diplomatic Leaders
Ambassador Michael Michalak, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam (2007–2011)
Ambassador Nguyễn Quốc Cường, Vietnamese Ambassador to the United States (2011–2014)
Ambassador Ted Osius, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam (2014–2017)
Ambassador Phạm Quang Vinh, Vietnamese Ambassador to the United States (2014–2018)
Ambassador Hà Kim Ngọc, Vietnamese Ambassador to the United States (2018–2022)
Ambassador Vũ Quang Minh, Senior Ambassador and MOFA's Key Coordinator of the VELP Program at Harvard University
Ambassador Marc Knapper, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam (2022–2026)
Consul General Mary Tarnowka, U.S. Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (2016–2019) and Executive Director, AmCham Vietnam (2019–2022)
Business, Academic, and Community Leaders
Dr. Loi Nguyen, Executive Vice President (Retired), Marvell Technology
Ms. Christina Bui, Vice President, Robert Half
Mr. Nguyễn Anh Tuấn, Co-founder & CEO, Boston Global Forum
Ms. Thao Griffiths, Director of Public Policy (CLMV), Meta Platforms Inc.
Dr. Trần Ngọc Anh, Professor, Indiana University
The discussion will be moderated by Ms. Bảo Lương, VPS Board Member and Founder of Greenfield & Associates.
Building the Next Chapter
Founded in 2012, VPS has grown into a nationwide network connecting Vietnamese professionals, students, entrepreneurs, researchers, educators, and community leaders across the United States and Vietnam.
Through VPS 2.0, the organization seeks to deepen its impact by fostering leadership, mentorship, innovation, and collaboration across generations.
"As we look to the future, VPS remains committed to serving as a bridge between people, ideas, and opportunities. VPS 2.0 is not simply a new chapter for our organization—it is a renewed commitment to empowering individuals and strengthening the enduring relationship between the United States and Vietnam."
About VPS
The Association of Vietnamese Professionals and Students in the United States (VPS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting Vietnamese professionals and students, promoting leadership development, advancing educational and professional opportunities, and strengthening U.S.–Vietnam relations through collaboration and community engagement.
For more information, visit: www.vpsusa.org
Media Contact
VPS Communications Team
vpsusaorg@gmail.com
