On January 13, 2025, The University of Danang – University of Technology and Education (UD-UTE) welcomed representatives of Colina Dreamcatcher Company for a working session to discuss potential areas of collaboration.
University was honored to welcome Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Quyen, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Colina Dreamcatcher Company, together with her associates, including Ms. Kathy Nguyen, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of EpicTeam AI (Canada); Mr. Nguyen Gia Long, M.A., Founder and Managing Partner of Metropolis Legal, and Arbitrator at the Vietnam Merchant Arbitration Center; and Dr. Le Van Minh, Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology, Da Nang Architecture University, and the Company's representative in Da Nang.
Representing UD-UTE were Dr. Nguyen Linh Nam, Vice Rector; Dr. Nguyen Minh Tien, Acting Deputy Head of Office of Research Management and International Cooperation; Mr. Le Vu, M.A., Director of the Center for Learning Resources and Communication; together with faculty members and staff of the University.
Overview of the meeting
In his opening remarks, Dr. Nguyen Linh Nam introduced an overview of UD-UTE and emphasized the University's strong commitment to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship among students. He noted that entrepreneurship and innovation have been integrated into academic programs, while students are actively encouraged to engage in scientific research and technology-based product development.
Dr. Nguyen Linh Nam also expressed the University's desire to strengthen cooperation with industry partners, particularly organizations with extensive international networks such as Colina Dreamcatcher Company, in order to support students and lecturers in entrepreneurship, innovation, and the development of products that address real-world needs.
Dr. Nguyen Linh Nam delivering his remarks
According to Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Quyen, Colina Dreamcatcher serves as a strategic connector among markets, investment capital, and innovation ecosystems. The company operates across the Asia–Pacific region, the Middle East, Europe, and other emerging global markets, fostering collaboration and sustainable innovation.
Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Quyen sharing insights
During the meeting, both parties discussed potential areas of cooperation in the coming years, focusing on connecting innovation and startup ecosystems, as well as jointly organizing seminars and thematic workshops. As an initial step, the two sides agreed to collaborate on a seminar on innovation networking and development in Da Nang in 2026.
The meeting concluded with a mutual understanding and a shared commitment to developing a long-term partnership. The discussions established a solid foundation for future collaborative activities that align with the strategic development goals of both the University and Colina Dreamcatcher Company.
Representatives of both parties taking a commemorative photo