On the morning of November 22, 2025, at Hall A0403. The Faculty of Business Administration at Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) successfully organized a specialized seminar titled “The Art of Concierge: Inspiring Career Paths for Future Hoteliers”. The program attracted a large number of lecturers and students from the Hospitality Management.
Attending the seminar, the program was honored to welcome five leading experts currently holding Concierge management positions at prestigious 5-star hotels:
- Mr. Nguyen Thanh Danh - Chief Navigator Concierge, Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon.
- Mr. Dang Trung Truc - Chief Concierge, The Reverie Saigon.
- Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Lan - Chief Concierge, Park Hyatt Saigon.
- Ms. Tran Lam Thao - Chief Concierge, Vinpearl Landmark 81 - Autograph Collection.
- Mr. Pham Trong Huu - Chief Concierge, Hotel Nikko Saigon.
Representing the Faculty of Business Administration, the event was attended by MBA. Nguyen Thi Hong Hanh - Assistant to the Dean of Business Administration Faculty; Dr. Nguyen Quoc Loc - Head of Hospitality Management Department; along with lecturers: MBA. Nguyen Hai Nam, MBA. Nguyen Quang Phong, and MBA. Vu Nguyen Tram Anh.
During the session, the speakers provided students with a deep and multi-dimensional insight into the Concierge profession – those often referred to as holding the "golden key" in the hospitality industry. Beyond theory, the experts shared real-life career stories, ranging from passion and extensive knowledge of culture and tourism to the art of understanding guest psychology and handling situations to deliver experiences that exceed expectations.
The atmosphere in the hall became more vibrant during the Q&A session. TDTU students demonstrated proactive engagement and a thirst for knowledge through many interesting questions about the career progression path, the challenges of the profession, and the secrets to improving foreign language and communication skills. The heartfelt advice from these "veterans" helped the students – the "Future Hoteliers" – clearly define their future career paths.
Concluding the program, the representative of the Faculty of Business Administration expressed profound gratitude and presented souvenirs to the speakers. The seminar ended with warm commemorative photos taken between the Organizing Committee, the speakers, and the student body, marking a significant event in the Faculty's series of enterprise connection activities.
