Vietnam’s Rising Stars: 16 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025

The 10th edition of Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow—celebrating the next generation of visionaries shaping Asia’s future—is now unveiled.

The Gen.T cohort features prominent names across diverse arenas: from technology and business to finance, culture, education, cuisine and sport. Each individual brings a distinctive story of bold thinking, a pioneering outlook, and a shared ambition to create meaningful impact. Their inclusion in Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 not only marks personal achievement but also underscores the strength and potential of Vietnam’s rising generation on the regional stage.

Amid a period of significant transformation in Vietnam and the wider region, these honourees exemplify a spirit of daring and perseverance. With a resolve to transcend limitations and spark new value, they are driving change and helping to shape a brighter, more sustainable future both for the country, and for Asia at large.

Meet 16 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 from Vietnam

Above The Gen.T cohort features prominent names across diverse arenas

The Gen.T cohort features prominent names across diverse arenas

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Notable honourees include

Photo 1 of 16 Cuong Dam, Co-founder of C.Dam and Founder of Chats by C.Dam, known for his influence in championing existential fashionism on a global scale

Photo 2 of 16 Dinh Trung Hieu, Founder and CEO of Nuoa.io, a platform enabling Vietnamese and Asian companies to track and report carbon emissions in line with global standards

Photo 3 of 16 Do Duy Manh, footballer for Vietnam’s national team. He played a pivotal role in securing the ASEAN 2024 gold medal and helped lead the team to AFF Cup victories in both 2018 and 2025

Photo 4 of 16 Lan Vy Tran, Founder of Aota, an online platform that connects Asian fashion designers with global consumers through smart technology

Photo 5 of 16 Le Doan Dang Khoa, Founder and CEO of Rare Reversee, a CGI production house creating high-end content for gaming, animation/VFX and commerce, including the standout game The Scourge

Photo 6 of 16 Duong Thi Thao, Founder and architect of Rainbow Playground, a project that nurtures holistic childhood development through the creation of safe, imaginative play spaces

Photo 7 of 16 Hoang Hoa Trung, Founder of Nuoi Em, a social initiative that provides school meals for children in remote mountainous areas

Photo 8 of 16 Nguyen Khanh Linh, Head of AI at Obello. She is the first Vietnamese woman to be named a Google Developer Expert and the first female GDE specialising in generative AI

Photo 9 of 16 Marina Tran Vu, Founder and CEO of Equo, a sustainable brand offering alternatives to plastic made from organic and recycled materials, now present in 15 countries

Photo 10 of 16 Nguyen Nhat Duy, Co-founder and Head Chef of Little Bear Wine Bar, is the youngest recipient of the Michelin Young Chef Award and has earned a place on the Michelin Selected list

Photo 11 of 16 Nguyen Van Thanh, CEO of GSM, Green SM Operator, the largest tech-based taxi company in Vietnam, founded by Mr Pham Nhat Vuong

Photo 12 of 16 Astro Vinh, Founder and CEO of Murror, an AI-powered platform designed to combat depression and anxiety using positive psychology and cognitive behavioural therapy

Photo 13 of 16 Tran Tuan Viet, one of Vietnam’s most published photographers on National Geographic platforms, renowned for his acclaimed image Making Incense (2017). His work continues to bring the beauty of Vietnam to a global audience

Photo 14 of 16 Kaity Nguyen, actress, and Founder and CEO of KAT House. She has captivated audiences with films such as Em chua 18 (2017), Tiec trang mau (2020), Gai gia lam chieu V (2021), and Nguoi vo cuoi cuoi (2023)

Photo 15 of 16 Le Thi Thu Huong, Head of Community Development at Beat Vietnam. She has played a central role in building several influential media platforms, including Inside the Box, Hanoi Stories and Saigon Nghenn

Photo 16 of 16 Tuan Le, Founder, CEO and Creative Director of The Lab Saigon and The Lab Concepts. Alongside leading visionary design projects, he also pioneers initiatives across food, wellness, education and more

Cuong Dam, Co-founder of C.Dam and Founder of Chats by C.Dam, known for his influence in championing existential fashionism on a global scale

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This year marks Tatler Vietnam’s official entry into the Gen.T Asia community. We look forward to championing these inspiring young leaders, sharing their stories and together, driving meaningful progress across disciplines in the years to come.

Explore the list of Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 across Asia.

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