A2A Circle: Discussing Cross-Generational Conflict Management in Vietnamese Family Businesses
The latest RMIT A2A Circle event opened an exclusive forum for alumni to deconstruct the complexities of cross-generational conflicts in Vietnamese family businesses. Led by Mr. Hans Nguyen, a wealth management expert, the session transitioned from theory to practical applications, offering insights into building a sustainable legacy.
On February 27, 2026 – RMIT Alumni Relations team, in collaboration with RMIT Family Business Club (FBC), and EXM Wealth Management, opened the space for fresh perspectives on navigating the generational succession of Vietnamese family businesses. The event welcomed a diverse pool of attendees, featuring FBC members from diverse fields, including IT, Manufacturing, Services, Retail, and Agriculture, alongside the seasoned consultants from EXM Wealth Management.
Mr. Hans talked about the importance of embracing Vietnamese cultural values in bridging generational gaps. [Photo: EXM Wealth Management]
The event was led by Mr. Hans Nguyen, Founder of Wealth & Asset Management Institute (WAM) and Partner of EXM Wealth Management and a highly experienced investment consultant, who shared his perspectives on Vietnamese cross-generational ‘pain points’ and strategic approaches, coming from his experience working with respective global clients and partners.
Vietnamese cultural values and their impact
Mr. Hans first discussed the fundamental characteristics of foreign and Vietnamese families: for the latter, the priorities lie on collectivism, sustainability, ‘quiet luxury’ lifestyle, and the rising ecosystem of business-led families, while the audiences joined to elaborate on that of Japanese and Australian affluent households: individualism, quiet sustainability, and low-visibility presentation. With these basics, he then made a point on fully embracing key cultural values as the first step to bridging the gaps between the future and past generations.
The attendees listened attentively as Mr. Hans asked about the differences in Vietnamese and foreign wealthy families [Photo: EXM Wealth Management]
Vietnamese cross-generational differences
Another key point was the common cross-generational challenges derived from the differences in the mindsets and life perspectives of the older and younger generations, as well as their strategic approaches to business management. In the context of vast-changing tech and global contexts, these continue to be amplified and hereby, further accentuating the generational gaps.
Attendees were invited to contribute their ideas and engage in the conversations [Photo: EXM Wealth Management]
Designed as an intimate, high-touch gathering, this curated event opened a unique space in which every attendee could contribute meaningful insights and engage in deep, peer-to-peer dialogue within their respective circles.
The event wrapped up with insightful takeaways and meaningful connections [Photo: RMIT Alumni Team]
As RMIT Alumni Community continues to grow, it goes beyond a network but a thriving hub for industry-academic synergy.
Through diverse exchange programs and events, RMIT Alumni Community continues to provide a platform for RMIT alumni to share industry insights, facilitate professional development, and build meaningful connections within a thriving professional landscape.
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