Boat People found freedom in USA in 1980, Author of five books of short stories, One of the founders and administrators of The Vietnamese Literary and Artistic Club (VLAC), Editor of “Ky Nguyen Moi” magazine since 2000

BS - Systems Engineering, MS - Operations Research, Executive MA - National Security Affairs (in-Process) , Principal Systems Engineer & System Analyst, Volunteered services dedicating to: Growth of Vietnamese American community and Peace, democracy, freedom & prosperity for USA and Fatherland in Vietnam

BS & MS in Computer Science, Program Manager at Naval Research Laboratory, Vice President of Vietnamese American Community DC, MD and VA, Director, Teacher, Viet Language Curriculum Developer for Viet Schools

Overseeing the Air Force’s Basic Research in cyber security , Participating in DoD’s STEM programs: NDSEG, JSHS, HBCU/MI, …, Teaching math and computer programming on Saturdays as a volunteer

ThanhVu (Vu) Nguyen is an assistant professor in Computer Science at George Mason University. He completed his Ph.D. in Computer Science at the University of New Mexico-Albuquerque and a postdoc at the University of Maryland-College Park. Nguyen's research lies at the intersection of Software Engineering and Formal Methods, focusing on safety of AI and correctness of programs. He is the recipient of the NSF CAREER Award, the NSF CRII Award, an Amazon Research Award, an ACM SIGSOFT ICSE 10-year Most Influential Paper Award, and an ACM SIGEVO 10-year Impact Award.

Doctor Cuong T Nguyen graduated from the Uniformed Services University School of Medicine. He attended Villanova University and graduated from Clinical and Anatomic Pathology Residency at Temple University Hospital. He was previously employed by the Johns Hopkins Hospital, Medical College of Georgia, University of Tennessee in Memphis, and East Carolina University. He currently owns his private practice in Falls Church, VA.

Ms. Anna Phan has spent over 20 years in strategic Human Capital leadership roles for companies such as Amazon and Cisco Systems. Her progressive career began with earning a Bachelor’s degree from American University and a Master’s degree in HR from Cornell University.

Dr. Thuy Nguyen is a Data Scientist at the Reason Foundation and a member of the Board of Directors for the US-Vietnam Research Center at the University of Oregon. She holds a Master's degree from the University of Tokyo, Japan, and a Ph.D. from the University of Oregon.

He received BS degree in Electrical Engineer and MS degree in Electrical Engineer 2000. He has been working as a Power Electrical Engineer at NASA, Maryland. He is currently a BSA Scoutmaster.

General Dentist, private practice in Tysons Corner Virginia, Alma Mater University of Maryland '96, UMAB College of Dental Surgery' 01.

Mrs. Giao Phan retired from the US Navy in April 2024 after 42 years of Federal Service. She was the first Asian American woman to serve as Executive Director of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). In this capacity, she served a global workforce of more than 85,000 military and civilian personnel, responsible for the research, development, acquisition, maintenance, modernization, and inactivation of the Navy’s fleet. She received her BS from Virginia Tech and MS from Florida Tech.

Position: Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Academic Background: Dr. Hieu Bui is an accomplished academic with a strong educational foundation. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Duke University, an M.Sc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a B.Sc. in the same field from Boise State University. This impressive academic background underpins his exceptional contributions to the fields of advanced computing, molecular computing, DNA nanotechnology, and synthetic biology. Teaching and Mentorship: Dr. Bui's career has been marked by a deep commitment to teaching and mentorship. He has taught a wide range of courses at the Catholic University of America, Duke University and the Duke Talent Identification Program. His dedication to making complex subjects accessible and inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers is evident through his extensive teaching experience. Research Excellence: Dr. Bui's research interests have been at the forefront of cutting-edge technology. His work focuses on advanced computing, molecular computing, DNA nanotechnology, and synthetic biology. Notably, he is known for his pioneering research in programming and engineering nucleic acid systems using DNA nanotechnology and bio-materials. This research has significant implications for various engineering, health, and energy applications. Publications and Conferences: His research contributions have been published in numerous reputable peer-reviewed journals, including Nature Nanotechnology, Nano Letters, ACS Synthetic Biology, ACS Nano, Small, and New Journal of Physics. Dr. Bui has also been an active participant in leading conferences in the field, such as the Foundations of Nanoscience, International Conference on DNA Computing and Molecular Programming, ISDRS, and IEEE IRW. Awards and Recognitions: Dr. Bui's academic accomplishments are truly commendable, and his dedication to excellence has not gone unnoticed. He has received prestigious awards and recognitions, including the Charles H. Kaman Award for Excellence in Research in the School of Engineering. The Computer Science Department at Duke University recognized his exceptional achievements by awarding him the Outstanding Ph.D. Award. Additionally, he was named a Duke University Nanoscience Fellow and a Micron Scholar, solidifying his status as a luminary in his field. His contributions have been further acknowledged through a National Academy of Sciences Research Associateship. Impact on Scientific Knowledge: Dr. Hieu Bui's unwavering dedication to the fields of molecular computing and DNA nanotechnology has left an indelible mark on advancing scientific knowledge. His work is not only groundbreaking but also serves as an inspiration for others in the field. His accomplishments are a testament to the power of intellect, determination, and the pursuit of excellence. Personal Journey: What makes Dr. Bui's story all the more inspiring is his journey from Vietnam to the United States at the age of 17. His path is a testament to the extraordinary possibilities that unfold when one combines talent and determination. His immigration and academic journey serve as a living example of the boundless potential that can be unlocked when one follows their passion and strives for excellence. Dr. Hieu Bui's life and work serve as a shining example of the potential for greatness within each of us. His commitment to education, research, and innovation exemplifies the ideals of academic excellence and dedication to making a meaningful impact on the world.

Zeinab Karake is a seasoned higher education professional; she is the associate dean for culture and community and a clinical professor of Information Systems in the Department of Operations and Information Technology, at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, College Park. Among other jobs, Zeinab served as the director of research at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), in the United Arab Emirates (2007-2010) where she helped create the nucleus for an integrated research unit. Before joining DIFC, she served as an Associate Dean, Director of a Division, Chair, and a professor at the American University of Sharjah (AUS). She was one of the few pioneers to help build the American University of Sharjah from the grounds-up. Before joining AUS, Zeinab was a tenured professor of Business at Catholic University in Washington, DC (1989-2001). She also served as an assistant professor in the School of Business at George Washington University (1986-1989). Zeinab has a BBA in Marketing and Research; a Master’s in Management and Economics from Catholic University of America (Washington, DC, 1982); and a PhD with Management Information/Decision Systems and International Finance from the George Washington University (Washington, DC, 1987). She completed three summers (1996, 1997, and 2000) of professional, post-doctoral programs at MIT in Boston, Massachusetts. She is a visiting scholar at INSEAD (Summer 2006). Zeinab is the author of many published articles, monographs, and reviews. She is also the author of eight published books: Technology and Developing Economies (Praeger Publishers, New York, 1990); Information Technology and Managerial Control (Praeger Publishers, New York, 1992); Organizational Downsizing, Discrimination, and Corporate Social Responsibility (Quorum Publishers, New York, 1999); Trust and Loyalty in Electronic Commerce: An Agency Theory Perspective (Quorum, New York, 2002); The Diffusion of Electronic Commerce in Developing Economies: A Resource-Based Approach [translated to Arabic and Spanish], (Edward Elgar, New York and London, 2007); Cyber Law and Cyber Security in Emerging and Developing Economies (Edward Elgar, May 2010); Managing People and Wealth: The New Post-Oil Arab Gulf, with N. Sultan and David Weir (Al Saqi, March 2011); and Enforcing Cyber Security Policies in Emerging Economies: Institutions, Laws and Policies (Feb. 2019). Zeinab also served as the North American editor of Management Decision Journal, and Logistics Information Management Journal. Zeinab is two times recipient of the Emerald/MCB University Press International Excellence Research Award for her research (1995, 2002). She also received the AUS Excellence in Service Award in 2001. Zeinab was elected and served as the Founding President of the AUS Faculty Senate (2000-2002). In 2003, Zeinab Received the Best Researcher Award from AUS. In 2007, she was nominated and received the Emirates Businesswomen Award for Innovation (sponsored by Shell Oil Company). At the University of Maryland, Zeinab received the Distinguished Teaching Award (multiple times), the prestigious Krowe Teaching Award, and the Faculty of Distinction Award. In addition to her work as a consultant, researcher, college administrator, professor, writer, and editor, Zeinab has developed and delivered a number of seminars and training programs for American and international managers, both in the United States and abroad. Zeinab also worked as a resource specialist for ESCWA/the United Nations.

Karen R. Harbaugh focuses her practice on US government contracts law. With more than 20 years of experience, Karen began her career working for a government contractor where she was responsible for drafting, negotiating and managing contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements and consulting agreements, and otherwise administering prime contracts and subcontracts for the corporation’s hardware maintenance division. In 1998, Karen entered private practice focusing her practice on US government contracts. Karen has substantial experience representing and counseling defense industry, government services, cybersecurity and high-tech foreign and domestic clients at the federal, state and local levels concerning compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Defense FAR Supplement and other agency supplements, General Services Administration multiple-award schedule contracting matters, security clearances, teaming agreements and subcontracts, contract claims, prime contractor-subcontractor disputes, Foreign Military Sales, and audits and investigations. Karen regularly advises clients on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and state public information requests, including filing and coordinating information requests with federal and state agencies, and responding to and defending FOIA/public information requests of a client’s proprietary and confidential commercial and financial information and trade secrets. Karen has significant experience representing companies in all aspects of the bid protest process including debriefings, and has filed or defended many cases at the Government Accountability Office (GAO) and various agencies and has handled some cases at the US Court of Federal Claims (COFC), US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). Below are representative examples of Karen’s bid protest experience:  Successfully defended a network services company against multiple bid protests of a US$500 million information technology services contracts one of which was awarded to a client by the US Department of Defense. The protests included a “small business” size status at the Small Business Administration, a protest before GAO, as well as protests before COFC, and CAFC. In January 2013, we achieved complete victory for our client and, in the process, made new law clarifying the time requirements for filing solicitation protests.  Successfully brought a GAO protest of the Army's US$20 billion contract award resulting in the client receiving an IDIQ award.  Successfully brought a GAO protest of TSA’s award of a US$212 million contract, which resulted in the agency taking corrective action. squirepattonboggs.com 2 Karen has significant experience advising companies on the protection of the intellectual property rights in technical data, software and patents under government prime contracts and subcontracts. Karen has conducted several internal investigations and responded to grand jury subpoenas for clients. She has handled several suspension and debarment cases. She also has been lead government contracts counsel on several M&A transactions. Karen has helped several companies develop and/or revise their code of business ethics, conduct and develop business ethics awareness and compliance programs, and provide in-house ethics training to comply with the requirements of the FAR. Karen also provides advice to non-US companies regarding the regulatory barriers to enter or expand their operations in the US by clearing regulatory hurdles related to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). In this regard, she guides clients on all aspects of national security matters when one party to a transaction has US government classified information or technology contracts, including advising clients on the requirements of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency pursuant to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual. MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS  Member, Professional Services Council  Member, Association of the US Army RECOGNITIONS  Selected to Law360’s 2020 Government Contracts Editorial Advisory Board.

Uyen (pronounced “Win”) Dinh serves as the Vice President of Government Relations and Strategy at BlackSky Global, LLC, a provider of real-time geospatial intelligence. Previously, Uyen served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security. With over two decades of experience in national security and intelligence community programs and policies, the Congressional legislative process, and the executive branch planning and decision making process, Uyen’s unique skill set leverages her federal government experience with private sector insights. In the business sector, Uyen led her own strategic consulting company, Win Strategies, LLC; after having served as Vice President for Government Relations for GeoEye, Inc. a New Space company. Her background includes national and military intelligence, space- based ISR, satellite payloads, space launch systems, GEOINT, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and homeland security issues such as emergency preparedness and disaster relief, customs and border enforcement, maritime security, combating human trafficking, transportation security, and humanitarian issues. Before her private industry experience, Uyen served as majority counsel to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI), the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), the Committee on Government Reform and Oversight, and the Office of Rep. Tom Davis (R-VA) specializing in national security and intelligence issues. Uyen previously taught at the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy (formerly the Industrial College of the Armed Forces). She continues to guest lecture at the National Defense University, the National Intelligence University, the U.S Army War College and at the Defense Acquisition University. Born in Saigon, Viet Nam, Uyen immigrated with her family to the United States in 1975. She graduated from James Madison University and from the Catholic University of America’s Columbus School of Law. Uyen is a member of the Virginia State Bar, a Board Member of the the Leadership Council for Women in National Security, Vietnamese Americans Celebrating Freedom’s Board of Directors, and the Washington Cyber Roundtable.

Dr. Hong-Hanh Chau - OBGYN PHYSICIAN. Education: Residency - Obstetrics & Gynecology from Medstar Washington Hospital Center (1993 – 1997). Doctor of Medicine from George Washington University School of Medicine (1989 - 1993). Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering from Catholic University of America (1985 - 1989). Work Experience: Mid Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 1997 - present. Physician Obstetrics and Gynecology. OB/GYN Module Lead of the Dulles corridor 2010 - 2020. 2018 Kaiser Permanente David Lawrence Community Service Award. Volunteer Experience: Project Viet Nam Foundation Summer 2015. VN Hope Summers 2017, 2018. Friends of the Underprivileged Summer 2019. Arlington Free Clinic 2016 – 2020. Hobbies: Running marathons - Piano - Reading - Traveling.