
HA LAN DUONG
@halanduong
Public Affairs leader at PARAKLATOS STUDIO, with IKEA Vietnam retail permits and sustainability programs among my work.
What I'm looking for
At PARAKLATOS STUDIO, I currently serve as Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs for a technology, AI, digital, and graphic outsourcing family-owned business. At IKEA/IKANO, I supported the establishment of IKEA retail in Vietnam, including completing construction permit procedures and customs and product compliance requirements for a test shipment and ecommerce launch.
Across public affairs, communications, and government relations roles, I’ve worked with organizations including VUS, GO-VIET, Amway Vietnam, and Vinagame (VNG) SJC. My work has included government and stakeholder relations, public relations, licensing, issue management, and sustainability programs; at Amway Vietnam, I also developed partnerships and media initiatives supporting the company’s reputation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs
Paraklatos Studio
Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Oversees legal and corporate affairs for a family-owned technology, AI, digital, and graphic outsourcing business.
Head of Corporate Affairs and Market Development
VUS
Mar 2024 - Feb 2025 (11 months)
Led stakeholder mapping and strategic relationship building with government and industry leaders. Managed licensing and legal issues, and developed market strategies with schools and the Vietnam Communist Youth Union.
Supported IKEA Southeast Asia expansion by advising on regulatory frameworks, building government relationships, and implementing sustainability programs. Achieved land acquisition, customs compliance, and construction permits for IKEA retail in Vietnam.
Communications & PR Consultant
Gojek Consultant
May 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 7 months)
Provided analysis and insights into Vietnam's media and political landscape, stakeholder mapping, and strategic advice on regulatory issues for GOJEK's business.
Head of Public Affairs
Go-Viet
May 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 7 months)
Led public relations and government affairs for GO-VIET, including content strategy, stakeholder engagement, and crisis management. Achieved licenses for GoBike and GoFood, and launched PR programs exceeding targets.
Head of Public Affairs
AEON Vietnam
Jan 2018 - Apr 2018 (3 months)
Developed and executed strategic plans for government relations and media relations, including stakeholder network development and crisis management.
Head of Public Affairs
Hoang Viet International School
Jan 2016 - Feb 2018 (2 years 1 month)
Directed public relations and government relations to enhance the school's image and reputation, and managed relationships with government authorities.
Senior Public Affairs Manager
Abbott Laboratory Vietnam
Dec 2016 - Jun 2017 (6 months)
Managed media relationships and proactively handled issues to protect Abbott's reputation, supporting the Head of Public Affairs in crisis management.
Head of Public Affairs
Amway Vietnam
Mar 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 9 months)
Led public relations and government relations strategies, managed budgets, and built relationships with government agencies and media. Achieved successful regional office openings and partnerships with key media.
Senior Government Manager
Merck Sharp & Dohme Vietnam
Mar 2012 - Feb 2013 (11 months)
Managed government relations for the contraceptive public sector, developed strategic plans, and built networks with key opinion leaders. Achieved bids for Implanon and established training programs.
Corporate Public Relation Manager
FrieslandCampina Vietnam
Jan 2011 - Feb 2012 (1 year 1 month)
Developed and implemented public relations strategies to enhance company image, managed media relations, and organized corporate events. Achieved the Labor Medal for the company's 15th anniversary.
Government Relations & Public Relations Manager
VNG Corporation
May 2006 - Dec 2010 (4 years 7 months)
Managed government relations and public relations, including writing articles, organizing events, and obtaining licenses. Achieved approval for technical licenses and influenced regulatory changes.
Copywriter
VY Advertising
Sep 2004 - May 2006 (1 year 8 months)
Created advertising copy for TVC, radio, and print, wrote scripts and articles, and developed slogans and brand names.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Golden Gate University
Doctoral of Business Administration, Business Administration
2025 - 2027
Doctoral of Business Administration from Golden Gate University, San Francisco, US, from 2025 to 2027.
Open University, Ho Chi Minh City
Bachelor of Sciences, Economic Law
2020 - 2022
Bachelor of Sciences with a major in Economic Law from Open University, Ho Chi Minh City, from 2020 to 2022.
University of Foreign Trade, Ho Chi Minh City
Bachelor of Sciences, Trade and Economics
2005 - 2008
Bachelor of Sciences with a major in Trade and Economics from the University of Foreign Trade, Ho Chi Minh City, from 2005 to 2008.
University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City
Bachelor of Sciences, English
2000 - 2004
Bachelor of Sciences with a major in English from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City, from 2000 to 2004.
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