Amy Nguyen

Led the early stages of Sotafi, incubated by Antler Accelerator Program, and focused on innovating the manufacturing and supply chain industry with AI and 3D printing technology. Our potential was recognized at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair 2023. Designed and launched three websites: sotafi.com, nextasourcing.com, and amyoi.com. Selected for the final round to pitch to the BOD of Antler.

At Nexta Sourcing, I finalized a $2.5M deal with Harper Iman, exporting 250,000 units across six product lines to the U.S. market, where our products consistently sold out. I managed sourcing, production, quality control, and logistics, collaborating with the Global Manufacturing Officer at The Three Sixty Group. I consulted on manufacturing and supply chain strategies for Sanford Panitch, CEO of Sony Pictures Motion Group, focusing on an outdoor clothing line.

My clients included Bed, Bath and Beyond, FAO Schwartz, Sharper Image, Cradlewise (celebrated in Time Magazine's Top 100 Inventions of 2020), Aeon Mall, Ministop.

As a team at Impossible Finance, we spearheaded Web3 business development, concentrating on strategically listing, investing in, and launching the Aura Network, a Layer-1 project supported by FPT and subsequently raising $4M from Hashed Fund. I collaborated to forge strategic partnerships with Kyber Ventures, Coin98, and Sky Mavis, significantly boosting our Web3 ecosystem presence.

Contributed to a team managing a $30M investment portfolio, focusing on logistics sector investments. Involved in detailed financial analysis, auditing, and negotiations and played a crucial role in driving portfolio growth and enhancing overall performance.

Participated in an intensive mentorship under the Country Manager of Singapore, excelling in a competitive selection to join the Management Trainee program at Wearnes Group. Gained diverse experience through rotations in Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Technical teams, showcasing adaptability and a deep understanding of the business landscape.

Contributed to operational improvements and customer engagement strategies, proving to be a valuable asset across multiple functions.

Strategic Manufacturing Partner for The Three Sixty Group in Vietnam Market (2018-2021) Oversaw the entire process from sourcing to U.S. export for 300+ SKUs across electronics, shoes, furniture, and toys, managing factory audits, sample creation, production, and logistics for multi-million dollar deals, showcasing comprehensive supply chain expertise. Manufacturing Partner for Doraemon, Shin-chan, One Piece (2017-2021) Led OEM manufacturing for high-profile Japanese IPs, adhering to stringent quality controls and efficiency Japanese Licensed standards, significantly enhancing production capabilities.

Pokémon Licensing Success and Mirako Brand Launch (2017-2019) Successfully secured Pokémon licensing, facilitating the strategic introduction and extensive distribution of themed merchandise, significantly boosting brand recognition. Initiated and expanded the Mirako Brand, emphasizing unique designs with a dedicated creative team, and organically grew its Facebook following to 80,000, reflecting the brand's appeal and creativity among a dedicated customer base.

Strategic Partnership and Client Acquisition: HKTDC (2017-2021) Led initiatives securing pivotal HKTDC support, establishing it as a valued client. Orchestrated VIP event participation and project sponsorship, demonstrating innovation, client engagement, and strategic development prowess.