

With 14 years of experience across FMCG, Consumer Health Care, and Dermatological Skincare, Dao Nguyen has led iconic brands at global companies including PepsiCo, Boehringer Ingelheim, Sanofi, Nestlé, and Galderma. Her career spans diverse categories – from infant nutrition to food, healthcare, and skincare – where she has consistently driven brand growth through insight-led strategy, impactful innovation, and execution excellence.
Her passion lies in creating brands that connect deeply with consumers. Dao believes the best marketing blends clear insight, bold ideas, and flawless execution. Over the years, she has led successful product launches, driven category-leading growth, and rolled out campaigns that have earned both market results and industry recognition. Beyond the numbers, Dao enjoys mentoring young marketers and encouraging them to explore, experiment, and grow.
Recognized for her leadership and creativity, Dao brings a unique blend of strategic vision and market understanding to the SMARTIES Vietnam Screening Council, committed to celebrating campaigns that inspire, innovate, and deliver real business impact.