Dr. My Chau, DBA - (Jenny Dang) is a distinguished leader in AI education and digital transformation, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at AISMARTUP Accelerator.
Release Date: 03/09/2025
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My Chau’s Bio
With over 27 years of experience in education technology and business development, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the intersection of AI, education, and entrepreneurship across the Asia Pacific region.
As a seasoned educator and AI advocate, Dr. Dang has been instrumental in developing and delivering comprehensive AI training programs since March 2023, focusing on practical applications in education and business sectors. Her expertise spans multiple countries including Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar, and Malaysia, where she has conducted specialized courses for universities, educational organizations, and corporate entities.
Dr. Dang holds a Doctorate in Business Administration with a focus on International Business, complemented by dual MBA degrees from the Asian Institute of Technology try and the French Vietnamese School of Management (CFVG). Her academic credentials are enhanced by her hands-on experience as a Program Director at Tra Vinh University and her role an Assistant Professor at Palawan State University, where she specialized in Risk Management, Leadership Dynamics, and AI applications in education.
In addition to her academic contributions, Dr. Dang serves as a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council and maintains an active presence as a keynote speaker and panel moderator at various AI in Education and EdTech events. Her previous leadership roles include Regional CEO at Topica Edtech Group and Strategic Advisor at NATEC, where she has consistently demonstrated her ability to bridge the gap between technological innovation and educational excellence.
Dr. Dang's expertise in AI education is further strengthened by her extensive work in startup ecosystems, where she has been an annual judge for the Asia Pacific Incubator Network for over 13 years. Her commitment to fostering innovation in education and technology has made her a sought-after consultant and mentor in digital transformation and AI implementation strategies.
Areas of Expertise: • AI Applications in Education and Research • Digital Transformation in Higher Education • EdTech Innovation and Implementation • International Educational Partnerships • Startup Mentorship and Development • Business Strategy and Leadership
We talked about the following and other items
AI Smart Up Accelerator
Success Metrics
Application Process
Entrepreneurship Program Challenges
Personal Life Balance
AI and Education
Mentoring Startups
Go-to-Market Strategies
A to Z Franchise and Franchise Opportunities
Future of Vietnam
AI Smart Up
My Chau/s Social Media
My Chau’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/my-chau-dba-6424b035/
AI SMARTUP: https://aismartup.co/
A2Z Franchise: https://a2zfranchise.com/
My Chau’s Advice
Doing Business is a long term, not a short term. So you should be take care of yourself first.