"Ananta's Blog: Business, Tech, and Life"

D ecember 6, 2020, marks a memorable day in my experience as a judge for the Hult Prize On Campus at the University of Foreign Languages – University of Da Nang (UFLS), Vietnam. This event was the culmination of more than two months of hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm from students, organizers, and mentors. The Beginning of a Journey The Hult Prize On Campus at UFLS officially launched in September 2020, as part of a global initiative to inspire young people to create social enterprises that address the world’s most pressing challenges. This year’s theme was “Food for Good,” challenging students to develop sustainable and impactful solutions related to food. From the very start, the program received enthusiastic participation from students. Over 40 students from various departments formed more than 12 project teams. Through two rounds of judging and intense mentoring, four outstanding teams emerged as finalists, ready to pitch their business ideas at the final event. An Invitation...

The Hult Prize is a transformative competition that invites students from around the world to harness the power of social entrepreneurship. This year, the Hult Prize On Campus UFLS, hosted at the Danang University of Foreign Language Studies, promises an engaging and enlightening series of events designed to inspire the next generation of innovators. Workshop: "How to Start a Startup Business from Scratch" On November 30th, 2019, I had the privilege of delivering a workshop titled "How to Start a Startup Business from Scratch" . This free event was tailored for university students across Danang who are brimming with impactful ideas and the ambition to turn those ideas into actionable projects. The goal was to equip attendees with essential knowledge and strategies needed to embark on their entrepreneurial journeys. Key Points Discussed: Structuring a Startup Model from Scratch : Emphasizing the foundational steps in developing a solid startup business model, from id...

On a drizzly yet inspiring Saturday morning, November 30th, 2019, I had the privilege of being a mentor and speaker at the Hult Prize On Campus UFLS Danang 2020 workshop. Despite the weather challenges in Danang, the event was a testament to the unwavering determination and passion of the young, aspiring entrepreneurs who gathered at The Books Library & Coffee. The workshop, themed "How to Start a Startup Business from Scratch" , was designed to ignite entrepreneurial aspirations among university students and equip them with actionable insights to turn their ideas into impactful projects for the prestigious Hult Prize competition. Sharing the Stage with Inspirational Leaders It was an honor to share the stage with two incredible speakers whose journeys were nothing short of inspiring: ✅ Đào Thị Huệ - Co-founder of Liberzy.com and a top-performing student, who shared her entrepreneurial experiences and practical lessons. ✅ Huỳnh Thị Minh Trang - Lecturer at the Universit...

Graduation is a special moment that marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. On  June 2, 2019 , I had the honor of attending the  Global MBA (GMBA) graduation ceremony  at  National Taiwan University (NTU) . It was a proud moment not only for us graduates but also for the professors, parents, and peers who supported us throughout this journey. 🎊 The event was held at  NTU’s College of Management , where the  12th batch of GMBA graduates  gathered to celebrate this milestone. For me, this ceremony symbolized the fulfillment of my academic and personal goals. I joined the program seeking  personal growth, networking opportunities, and career expansion . Standing there with my classmates, I realized how much we had achieved together. 💡✨ 📅 A Day to Remember The day started with warmth and excitement as graduates and guests were welcomed at the reception area . 🌸 Each of us received flowers, program lists, and thoughtful GMBA-b...