Ngan Do

With a career spanning over 20 years in investment, banking, corporate finance, and business management, Do Thu Ngan is a highly esteemed professional with extensive experience across auditing, accounting, corporate governance, and board leadership. Her ability to identify and execute innovative solutions has made her a trusted advisor and leader in complex financial landscapes.

Ngan’s remarkable achievements include successfully raising Vietnam’s first-ever long-term loan of USD 60 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and European Development Financial Institutions for a leading renewable energy company. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in securing the largest-ever Tier II capital in Vietnam’s banking sector, amounting to USD 150 million. Her leadership also extends to managing a retail bank with total assets of around USD 7 billion, a leasing company with USD 35 million in assets, and overseeing a budget of EUR 1 million funded by the European Union.

Currently, Ngan provides strategic advisory services, empowering organizations to achieve sustainable growth and optimize investments. Her expertise and unwavering dedication to excellence continue to establish her as a visionary leader in both local and international business circles.

EXPERIENCE

Switch PACE CIC, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, Fractional CFO - Specialized in strategic development of energy efficiency programs across municipalities. Managed cashflow operations, led funding negotiations with lenders, and oversaw finance and accounting functions to support growth initiatives.

PwC Consulting Vietnam, Finance Advisory Services Director - Expert in expanding customer portfolios through finance and management advisory services. Directed consulting projects including cost management, strategic cost optimization, and finance operating model development for clients in banking, finance, and multinational corporations.

Thanh Thanh Cong Investment Group, Chief Operating Officer / Chief Financial Officer (COO/CFO) - Led the development of the Group’s financial structure, aligned with investment strategies. Directed M&A efforts to grow investment portfolios across renewable energy, real estate, and education sectors. Successfully secured fundraising locally and internationally, while ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient governance practices.

JP Morgan Chase Bank, Chief Administration Officer – Expert in business administration and operational management across diverse industries. Adept at liaising with stakeholders, analyzing legislative and financial developments, and implementing governance frameworks to support business strategies. Skilled in coordinating regulatory compliance, guiding management decisions, and navigating mergers and acquisitions.

Temasek Holdings and DEG, Investment Manager – Specialized in investment program development and corporate restructuring. Proven ability to build investment pipelines, raise capital, and drive projects in key industries such as renewable energy, food processing, and hospitality. Experienced in implementing strategies to optimize financial outcomes and enhance organizational performance.

German Investment and Development Institute, Vietnam Representative, DEG – Promoted DEG’s presence in Vietnam by identifying investment opportunities through loan and equity structures. Served as a finance and investment expert in due diligence processes, managed investment portfolios, and coordinated technical projects. Acted as a key liaison with local authorities, government offices, and German-affiliated businesses.

Sacombank, First Deputy CEO / CFO - Collaborated with the CEO to develop and implement business strategies. Directed annual budgeting, cash flow management, capital allocation, and fundraising. Played a leading role in strategic committees and oversaw major projects, including fund transfer pricing, IPO leasing, and branch transitions in Cambodia and Myanmar.

SacombankLeasing Company, CEO - Defined and executed company strategies approved by the Board of Directors. Managed day-to-day leasing operations, financial performance, and business development. Represented the company in dealings with regulators and authorities while overseeing investment decisions on high-value projects.

European Business Information Centre (EBIC), Vietnam, Deputy Executive Director - Strengthened business management capacity for SMEs by conducting needs assessments and developing business strategies. Provided market information and training on EU single market standards. Facilitated relationships between local SMEs and European partners. Acted as Financial Controller managing EBIC's fund, and served as a trainer and guest speaker in seminars on European standards and market trends.

Mekong Project Development Facility (IFC/MPDF), Vietnam, Senior Investment Officer - Identified and evaluated investment opportunities, preparing full investment appraisals for IFC’s Investment Committee. Advised local companies and investees on management, operations, and finance, while facilitating access to long-term financing. Provided business advisory services, including corporate finance and marketing strategies, and managed IFC’s portfolio in Vietnamese private companies.

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Consulting and Auditing Company, Vietnam, Audit Manager - Led audit teams to provide financial audit services across diverse sectors. Assessed internal control systems and prepared comprehensive financial reports. Oversaw internal accounting for Deloitte's Vietnam branch, maintaining full sets of financial records and ensuring compliance with global standards.

Bourne Griffiths (Vietnam) Co., Ltd., Senior Auditor/Business Assistant to General Manager - Audited financial statements for foreign and local companies, providing advisory on accounting and financial systems. Delivered training on finance and auditing for public and government authorities. Supported UNDP and UNIDO projects as a national expert, and established Bourne Griffiths' branch office in Ho Chi Minh City.

• MBA at Washington State University
• S., in Banking and Finance at Hanoi Banking Institute
• A. in English at The Hanoi Foreign Language University for Teachers
• Vietnam CPA granted by the Ministry of Finance of Vietnam
• Certified Board Member by VIOD
• Carbon Reduction & Net Zero Strategy Certificate by Center for Sustainability and Excellence