Nguyen founded Night Market BTR in 2023 with a mission to empower and highlight Asian businesses in town, ensuring that every AAPI feels seen in Baton Rouge. The inaugural event attracted 2,500-plus attendees and a second event this year brought in 10,600, according to the Downtown Development District. She has received the Woman of the Year Award for the Curate for Women Who Work Conference, the Community Leader Award from Visit Baton Rouge for National Travel and Tourism Week, and a Red Stick Award from the Public Relations Association of Louisiana – Baton Rouge Chapter this year for her work on Night Market BTR. She became a U.S. citizen in June 2023 after coming to the country to study at the University of New Orleans. Nguyen is the 2024 Forum 225 vice president of leadership and a board member.
Personal motto:
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
Most important quality for a leader:
Foster a growth mindset: progress over perfection. By fostering a growth mindset, you allow yourself room to learn and see things from a different lens. You enable your team to adapt to change and overcome obstacles with a positive attitude.
Childhood dream:
To be an astronaut
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