Auscham’s monthly breakfast “coffee” presentation, in collaboration with LIN Center, providing members an opportunity to discuss and present topics relevant to other members and the greater community, in a casual and engaging environment. Proceeds will be used by LIN Center to assist NGO’s in Vietnam.
We welcome members to present on topics they believe relevant at this monthly “coffee” format event. Please contact Auscham if you have a topic that you would like to present.
MAY’S TOPIC: Reinventing businesses in these unknown times: what business owners have done to adapt and prosper
Time: 8.30am - 10.00 am
If you are attending the event, please consider a donation to the LIN COVID-19 Response Community Fund - Click
HERECovid-19 has forced many businesses to reassess their operations and business models. From changes to address Social Distancing through to identifying underserved sectors, some businesses are coming through stronger – or at least smarter. With the changes the world is facing, the impact which may be long term, this AusCham seeks to hear insights into what businesses have done in Vietnam to adapt, and the lessons that they can share.”
Moderator: Matthew Lourey, Former AusCham President, Managing Partner, Domicile Corporate Services
Guests Speakers: | Michael Robinson, General Manager, Caravelle Hotel SaigonNew Zealand native, Michael Robinson is no stranger to the world of 5-star hotels, boasting nearly a decade of experience in destinations as diverse as California and Qatar. Robinson joined the Caravelle team in January 2016, this move saw him become the youngest General Manager in the hotel’s history. Robinson’s hospitality training includes a Bachelor’s Degree from the International College of Hotel Management in Adelaide. Caravelle Saigon has held a special place in the heart of our great city since its opening on Christmas Eve back in 1959. Fast forward 60 years and Caravelle Saigon once again opens its doors with newly renovated guest rooms and suites completed in January 2020.
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 | Robert Ameln, General Manager, Food Source International VietnamI would define myself as a committed and driven leader with nearly twenty years of multi-disciplined experience in Europe, North Africa and South-East Asia.
Passionate about Hospitality and Food & Beverage, I have a natural drive to play an integral role in expansion of markets and companies. To be able to fulfill visions and goals on the road to success, is very rewarding to me.
My focus is to build efficient strategies, while pushing for operational and financial results. I love when colleagues, partners and companies succeed! Core values such as honesty, integrity and a positive ‘can do’ attitude, is something I try to live by and like to surround myself with.
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 | Damien Cupitt, High Tide Restaurant and BarDamien has called Vietnam home for the past 16 years. With a strong background working in agriculture, Damien loves interacting and building relationships with farmers.
Together with Damiens's wife Hoa, they have owned and operated restaurants for 7 years. We pride ourselves in delivering innovative hospitality concepts that customers enjoy.
High Tide's concept is casual outdoor dining in Thao Dien, serving shared platters of smoked and BBQ meats, fresh fusion salads and appetizers with a great selection of ice cold craft beers, cocktails and wines. We are located at the back of Thao Dien nearby Tropic Garden with plenty of parking. We have seating capacity for 120 odd people and our venue is great for casual visits, parties networking and other functions. |
