As the OV Summit draws near, we’re excited to announce a curated lineup of sideline events that connect, inspire, and celebrate our Overseas Vietnamese community and friends of Vietnam.
These limited-capacity experiences, designed for summit attendees, offer everything from unique culinary adventures to creative masterclasses. To secure your spot, don’t forget that all-access ticket buyers will have first priority in selecting these popular events.
Below, you’ll find details on each sideline event, with limited spaces and ticket prices noted.
1. Morning Run Club: Move, Connect, and Energize!
- Price: Free of charge
- Date & Time: 7AM - 8AM, January 4th, 2025
- Location: From Empire City (Thu Duc City) to The Nexus Square (D1) and back
Start your day on the right foot by joining Hao Tran - Vietcetera's CEO, and Quang Do - Founder of Overseas Vietnamese, for an inspiring Morning Run.
Kicking off at 7AM, this energizing event begins with a light warm-up followed by a scenic 2 km run through the serene paths of Empire City, Thu Duc City to The Nexus Square in District 1 before heading back.
Wrap up the session with a well-deserved coffee break, a perfect opportunity to mingle, share inspiration, and connect with fellow participants in a vibrant community setting.
2. The Lab Workshop On Branding For New Businesses In Saigon
- Price: Free of charge
- Date & Time: 10AM - 11.30AM, January 4th, 2025
- Location: Sun Life Flagship - De La Sól, 244 Pasteur, Ward 6, District 3, HCMC.
This workshop, hosted by The Lab, is perfect for entrepreneurs and marketers looking to make their mark in Vietnam’s competitive market. Covering branding essentials like defining your identity and connecting with your audience, this free session offers practical strategies for building a strong, authentic brand in Saigon’s dynamic startup environment.
3. Conversational Selling Workshop With Chris Do
- Price: 999 USD or 24,975,000 VND per participant (Special bundles are available from Group of 3)
- Date & Time: 8.30AM - 6.00PM | January 4th, 2025
- Location: New World Saigon Hotel, 76 Lê Lai, District 1, HCMC
Chris Do’s sales masterclass is a rare chance to learn advanced techniques for scaling impact and closing deals. For 999 USD, attendees will dive into actionable strategies for business development, marketing, and client relationship building. Expect real-world examples and insights that you can apply directly to your work, presented by one of the industry’s top voices in creative business.
4. Dinner With Chef Peter Cuong Franklin At Anan Saigon
- Price: 79 USD or 2,000,000 VND per participant
- Date & Time: 3.30PM - 5.30PM, January 4th, 2025.
- Location: Anan Saigon, 89 Ton That Dam, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC
Enjoy an extraordinary dining experience at Anan Saigon with renowned Chef Peter Cuong Franklin. For 150 USD, guests will enjoy a special menu that combines traditional Vietnamese flavors with modern culinary techniques. Chef Peter will share insights into his creative process, giving attendees a rare opportunity to experience Vietnamese cuisine at its finest.
Secure Your Spot with an All-Access Ticket
These sideline events are curated to enrich the OV Summit experience, offering attendees a unique blend of learning, networking, and celebrating. With limited capacity for each session, all-access ticket holders will have first priority to register and lock in their spots before they open to general admission.
With opportunities to explore coffee culture, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and celebrate with a like-minded community, these sideline events are designed to make your summit experience truly memorable. Grab your all-access ticket today and get ready for a lineup that promises to immerse you in the vibrant culture, flavors, and creativity of Vietnam.
About Overseas Vietnamese Summit 2025: Crossing Over
Participate in our homecoming reunion, where Vietnamese professionals from around the world share their experiences and perspectives on seizing opportunities and overcoming challenges in building careers and settling down in Vietnam.
Date: January 2-4, 2025
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Buy your tickets here!
Special thanks to our sponsors & partners for accompanying us in this event:
- Title Sponsor: Ninety Eight
- Major Sponsor: LEGO Manufacturing Vietnam
- Recruitment Lead Partner: Janus Executive Search & Talent Advisory
- Engagement Partner: BECAMEX TOKYU, Vietinvest.au, Gohub & Liobank by OCB
- Travel Partner: BE
- Communications Partner: British Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (BritCham), Shark Tank Vietnam & Nordcham