Empowering Vietnamese Australians Professionals
Founded in 2022, the Vietnamese Australian Professional Network (VAPN) is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to uniting and uplifting Vietnamese Australian professionals.
For nearly 50 years, Vietnamese Australians have contributed significantly across industries, yet remain underrepresented in senior leadership roles.
VAPN bridges this gap by providing a dynamic platform for networking, collaboration, and career growth.
Through events, mentorship, and a supportive community, we empower members to thrive professionally and make a lasting impact.
Our Team
We are a dynamic, volunteer-led group of dedicated Vietnamese Australians hailing from diverse industries and career stages. If you share our vision and are interested in joining our team, we’d love to hear from you!
Celia Tran
Co-President
Tony Truong
Co-President
Andy Tran
Co-Vice President
Tracey Tran
Treasurer
Deanna
Secretary
Ngoc Le
Events Lead
Jessica Trinh
Marketing Lead
Tammy Nguyen
Volunteer
Peter Tran
Committee Member
Minh Le
Partnership/Sponsorship Lead
Khue Nguyen
Volunteer
Kenny Tran
Committee Member
Anthony Tran
Volunteer
Our Patrons
Our patrons are dedicated supporters who believe in the vision of VAPN and champion our mission to empower Vietnamese Australians. Their guidance, resources, and unwavering commitment are essential to our work, enabling us to bring our mission to life.
Alisha Fernando​​
Alisha is Bloomberg's Head of Diversity & Inclusion for Asia Pacific, leading initiatives that drive a more inclusive workplace culture and providing strategic guidance across the region. Previously, she led D&I efforts at the University of Melbourne and ANZ, earning recognition as one of Asia’s top D&I thought leaders.
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Tuanh Nguyen OAM
Tuanh is a Chief Legal & Risk Officer | Company Secretary at Virtus Health. A past National President of the Asian Australian Lawyers Association, she serves on several charitable boards and has received multiple awards, including finalist nominations in the Australian Law Awards.
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Thu-Trang Tran
Thu-Trang began her career as a commercial and IT lawyer, combining social justice values with leadership across sectors in Australia and abroad. She is a Commissioner on the Victorian Building Authority and Liquor Commission, completing a doctorate, and co-founded a social enterprise in Vietnam focused on water safety and women’s empowerment.
Julia Truong
Julia Truong (JT) is an award-winning event manager and founder of JT. Production Management (JTPM), a creative event agency that serves clients nationwide. She is passionate about creating meaningful experiences and giving back to the community.
Dung Le
Trung Dung Le, a Vietnamese-born entrepreneur, is the founder of Hollywood Nails Group, which includes multiple salon brands and has created hundreds of jobs across Victoria. He supports migrants, particularly refugees, and makes significant philanthropic contributions to local charities, hospitals, and multicultural organisations.
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