Board Election 2021 – Ha Thu Thanh

Ha Thu Thanh, Deloitte Vietnam

Ha Thu Thanh is the Chairperson and one of the founders of Deloitte Vietnam-one of the largest Consulting Firm in the world. She was one of the first five Vietnamese to study auditing in the United States, became a Certified Public Account (CPA). With over 37 years of experience in Audit and Advisory, including more than 22 years of leadership position of the company, Mrs. Thanh is highly appreciated for her great contribution and pioneering in the development of the profession of accounting, auditing.

Additionally, through her key roles in nationwide organizations like: Head of Supervision Board, Member of Executive Board of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD), Vietnam Institute of Directors (VIOD), Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange’s Market Development Advisory Council, Vietnam Tax Consultant’s Association (VTCA), Vietnam Business Coalition for Women Empowerment (VBCWE), Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU), Center for Social Initiatives Promotion (CSIP), and Vietnam Association for Women Entrepreneurs (VAWE), she plays an important role in actions and activities for developing business community as well as contributing to the socio-economic development of the country, promoting economic, trade, science and technology cooperation with countries in the region.

Mrs. Thanh is well-known as an active speaker at many prestigious forums and training courses regarding corporate governance, leadership, sustainable growth, private companies, startups and etc. Besides, is also an active and enthusiasm leader in social responsibility programs which bring great impacts to business community as well as future generations.

Mrs. Thanh was one of the first Vietnamese people to earn an MBA degree from the University of Hawaii (USA) and was one of several outstanding alumni who was presented “Hall of Honor Award” by the university. She was ranked one of the “50 most influential Women in Vietnam” by Forbes in 2017 & 2019, and awarded the “Asia Pacific Entrepreneur Award” by Enterprise Asia in 2017.

She also holds a number of significant industry qualifications, including a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting and Certified Public Accountant in Vietnam and Australia. She is also a Licensing Lawyer.

She is a longtime member and a great supporter of AmCham Hanoi. She currently serves on the board of governors and looks forward to continuing her service if reelected.