Pauline Nguyen

Pauline Nguyen is an accomplished international speaker, author, and entrepreneur, renowned for her inspirational storytelling and transformative coaching. Born in Vietnam, she escaped her war-torn homeland as a toddler and spent a year in a Thai refugee camp before arriving in Australia. Her early life was marked by significant adversity, including experiences of trauma and abuse, which she now describes as her "training" for success.123

Nguyen is best known as the co-founder of Red Lantern, the most awarded Vietnamese restaurant globally, and she has received numerous accolades for her contributions to business and leadership. In 2012, she won the Australian Telstra Business Award for Medium Business. Her memoir, Secrets of the Red Lantern, has gained critical acclaim and has appeared on bestseller lists worldwide.135

As a speaker, Nguyen focuses on themes of self-mastery and conscious leadership, integrating principles from neuroscience with spiritual teachings. Her keynotes are tailored to resonate with diverse audiences, from intimate gatherings to large conferences, where she engages participants with her dynamic presence and profound insights. She emphasizes that personal development is crucial for overcoming business challenges.246

Recognized as one of Australia's top 50 influential female entrepreneurs, Nguyen's work has been featured in various media outlets, including the Huffington Post, which described her as “the most grounded spiritual entrepreneur on the planet”.15 Her approach combines modern modalities with Eastern mysticism, making her a sought-after mentor and coach in both personal and professional development.46