Brian Nguyen

Mr. Brian is a results-oriented C-Level with +10 years of global insurance, automobile, banking, hospitality business development experience and a track record delivering transformation and profitable growth. He possesses 10+ years experience as Chief Strategy Officer / Chief Executive Officer in International Business.

He has broad experience in C-level leadership roles in complex environments across United States and Asian markets. He demonstrates strong external orientation emphasizing agility, challenging the status quo, and fact-based decision-making. He has established track record in building, developing and leading progressively executive team and organizations underpinned by decisive talent acquisition, development and cultural change.

CSO to Vice Chairman at VINGROUP JSC (2025-01 – Present)

Reporting directly to the Vice Chairman - Vingroup. Serve as a trusted advisor to the Vice President of one of Vietnam's largest private conglomerates, providing strategic counsel across corporate strategy, portfolio management, enterprise transformation, and growth initiatives. Lead strategic alignment and executive coordination across a diversified portfolio of operating businesses spanning real estate, retail, hospitality, tourism, automotive, consumer services, and emerging sectors.

Partner closely with subsidiary CEOs and leadership teams to improve performance, strengthen governance, and accelerate execution of group priorities.

• Advise on group-wide strategic planning, capital allocation, investment evaluation, and business performance management
• Support portfolio oversight across multiple P&L-driven operating companies
• Drive strategic reviews and transformation initiatives to improve execution effectiveness and organizational performance
• Act as a bridge between group headquarters and subsidiary leadership teams
• Support identification of new business opportunities, market expansion strategies, and investment initiatives

VP – Group CEO at NOVA SERVICE GROUP – NOVA GROUP (2024-01 – 2025-01)

Led strategic business operations across a 15-business-unit service ecosystem, overseeing leadership teams across hospitality, fitness, food and beverage, retail, travel, entertainment, and related consumer service sectors. Focused on driving sustainable growth, operating performance, strategic partnerships, and brand positioning within Vietnam's service, hospitality, tourism, and entertainment markets.

Scope included businesses such as: Nova Medic, Citi Gym, Global X, Nova Hotels & Resorts, Nova Golf, Nova Retail Management, and Nova Travel.

• Directed group-level operations and strategic execution across multiple business units
• Strengthened commercial performance and cross-business alignment
• Built strategic partnerships to support brand growth and market expansion
• Improved focus on operational efficiency and long-term scalability

Managing Director at ND PRIVATE CAPITAL GROUP (2022-01 – 2025-01)

Led the overall strategic direction of the group and its subsidiary companies, with responsibility for vision setting, executive alignment, investment decisions, and operating performance across multiple business units.

• Defined and aligned group vision, mission, and long-term strategy
• Made high-level decisions on operations, investments, and resource allocation
• Led executive teams to ensure consistent performance and execution
• Managed relationships with investors, strategic partners, and key stakeholders
• Held responsibility for financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth

Senior Director of Business Development at MANULIFE FINANCIAL (2017-01 – 2022-01)

Led business development and sales force expansion initiatives, with responsibility for sales planning, performance management, recruitment, and compliance culture.

• Built and implemented business action plans to drive sales performance
• Led teams to achieve and exceed APE contribution targets
• Recruited and developed branch, district, and director-level managers
• Strengthened talent attraction, retention, and field-force capability
• Promoted a strong compliance and risk management culture

Owner at Automotive Dealership Owner at Chicago (2013-01 – 2016-01)

Owned and operated two automobile dealerships in Chicago, overseeing sales, rentals, after-sales service, banking relationships, and insurance partnerships.

• Managed end-to-end dealership operations across trade, rental, and vehicle service
• Led sales teams, technical staff, and after-sales functions
• Developed strategic and commercial approaches to increase market share and profitability
• Built and maintained strong customer and partner relationships
• Monitored market trends and identified growth opportunities

Financial Center Director – Wealth Management at BANK OF AMERICA (2012-01 – 2014-01)

Led a full service Retail & Affluent Banking Financial Center serving mass affluent and high net worth clients.

• Managed a team of bankers and financial specialists focused on wealth accumulation, investment advisory, and credit solutions
• Drove growth in Assets Under Management (AUM), deposits, and investment portfolios through proactive client acquisition and relationship deepening
• Partnered with Merrill Lynch Wealth Advisors and Mortgage Specialists to deliver integrated banking, lending, and investment solutions for affluent and HNW clients
• Developed local market strategies targeting business owners, professionals, and emerging wealth clients
• Consistently exceeded branch performance metrics across AUM growth, client acquisition, and revenue targets
• Coached and developed relationship managers to deliver holistic financial planning and wealth advisory services

Branch Manager at BANK OF AMERICA (2009-01 – 2012-01)

Private Banker at BANK OF AMERICA (2008-01 – 2009-01)

• Growing assets under management, deposits, and lending portfolios
• Developing client relationships with affluent and high-net-worth individuals
• Partnering with investment specialists to deliver integrated wealth solutions

Bachelor of Science in Financial Planning and Services – University of Illinois at Chicago (2006-01 – 2009-01)

Master of Business Administration in MBA – University of Illinois at Chicago (2011-01 – 2012-01)