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Chau Duong (Ty)
Ty is a strategic partnership professional dedicated to bridging global education markets with Vietnam. His work is driven by a deep, dual understanding: the dynamic potential of the Vietnamese education landscape and the specific challenges international institutions face when entering this promising yet complex market. Ty believes that successful collaboration requires more than spotting opportunities. It demands local fluency, cultural nuance, and a clear roadmap. He equips institutions with the insight and strategy to not only enter Vietnam but to build meaningful, two‑way educational exchanges. He is passionate about connecting vision with execution—whether launching a cultural immersion summer school, advising a university on its first steps, or designing a partnership that opens doors for thousands of students.
Alex Salamanca
Alex brings over a decade of experience in Vietnam combined with his work in international education through his time lecturing at the University of Florida, where he supported student learning while actively contributing to student recruitment and engagement initiatives. He has led international programs, including taking student cohorts to South Korea, helping to create immersive, globally oriented learning experiences which accelerate learning outcomes. His work at Banyana centers on building strong institutional partnerships and developing practical, student-focused pathways connecting recruitment with meaningful international opportunities, experience, and immersion, which he believes is not only desirable but mandatory for success in today’s working environment.
Truc Nguyen (Michelle)
Michelle is a business development professional and international education strategist with over 13 years of experience across Vietnam and Southeast Asia. She specializes in market expansion, institutional partnerships, and sustainable growth strategies within the global education sector. Her expertise lies in building high-impact partnerships, driving student recruitment initiatives, and developing localized market strategies that align with regional dynamics. Michelle works closely with universities and organizations to design scalable engagement models that enhance brand presence, trust, and long-term student success. With a strong background in stakeholder management, academic outreach, and cross-cultural communication, she plays a key role in bridging global institutions with local markets—delivering measurable growth and meaningful market entry outcomes.
Anh Nguyen (Andrea)
Andrea is a Marketing and Business Development Manager with over five years of experience in international education, specializing in institutional brand positioning, market expansion, and student acquisition across Vietnam and Southeast Asia. With a comprehensive understanding of multi-destination admissions processes and marketing, Andrea excels in expanding market footprint, forging strategic partnerships, and unlocking new growth opportunities in emerging education markets
Trinh Vo (Jin)
Jin Vo is an experienced education consultant with over 10 years of expertise in the international education industry. She specializes in supporting high school students pursuing cultural exchange programs and private secondary education in the United States and Canada. With in-depth knowledge of education systems and admissions processes, Jin has guided numerous students and families in building suitable academic pathways, helping them confidently adapt and thrive in international learning environments.
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