24 June 2025

Bridging Swiss & Vietnamese IT Ecosystems

at University of Zurich, Switzerland

Vietnam as a Strategic IT & Outsourcing Partner for Switzerland

An interactive day packed with real‑world case studies that show you how to streamline processes, cut costs, and stay compliant with cutting‑edge AI. Expect practical insights, fresh inspiration, and the chance to connect with fellow leaders in banking, insurance, and financial services.

What to expect in Swiss & Vietnamese IT Ecosystems?

  • 🌍Practical case studies from financial institutions in Asia and Switzerland
  • 💡Insights into regional AI adoption landscapes, trends, regulatory and compliance insights
  • 🎤 A forward-looking panel discussion with fintech leaders and innovators – addressing questions about scalability, cultural alignment, and operational considerations when outsourcing or “insourcing”
  • 🥂Networking Apéro with 60–70 professionals from the Swiss fintech and financial services ecosystem

This is a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, explore cross-regional collaboration, and get inspired by what’s next in AI for the Swiss financial sector.

Swiss & Vietnamese IT Ecosystems Speakers

An Mai

An Mai

Co-founder & President – IMT SolutionsFounding member & Vice President – VNITOSenior Advisor – Women in Tech VietnamChairman – ITD Group

Khanh Nguyen

Khanh Nguyen

Sr. Product Manager – Swiss Marketplace Group

Francesco Gaetano Fazzi

Francesco Gaetano Fazzi

Legal/Regulatory Perspective – KPMG

The Organizer – Swiss FinTech Association (SFTA)

A Switzerland’s neutral, non‑profit “center of gravity” for banking, insurance, and FinTech innovation—bringing together startups, corporates, investors, and regulators through high‑quality events, research, and policy advocacy. As an independent, membership‑based organization with over 550 individual members, SFTA empowers collaboration, thought leadership, and balanced regulation to drive Swiss innovation on the global stage. By partnering with SFTA, AI Crossroads attendees will gain access to this vibrant ecosystem, connecting directly with the ecosystem’s key stakeholders and tapping into rich resources to bridge Swiss BSFI leaders with Vietnam’s top AI talent.

Swiss & Vietnamese IT Ecosystems – Event Agenda

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Guest Arrival & Check-In
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Opening Remarks
  • Philip Weights – President, Swiss Fintech Association (SFTA)
  • Prof. Harald Gall – Dean, Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics, University of Zurich
  • Mr. Nguyen Duc Thuong – Trade Counselor, Embassy of Viet Nam to Switzerland
  • Mr. Ivo Sieber – Vice-President of SVEF
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Keynote Presentation:

An Mai, President, IMT Solutions
  • Topic: “Vietnam as an Emerging Innovation Hub for Swiss Enterprises”
  • Key points: IT landscape, Why Vietnam, Key Benefits & success stories in outsourcing from Vietnam
Khanh Nguyen, Senior Product Manager, Swiss Marketplace Group
  • Topic: “Inside the Bold Move: Building a Swiss-Style Product Team in Vietnam”.
  • Why companies are now “insourcing” to Vietnam and lessons from Swiss–Vietnam collaboration
Francesco Gaetano Fazzi, Legal/Regulatory Perspective, KPMG
  • Topic: “Managing Risk in Cross-Border Outsourcing: Legal, Data Privacy & Compliance Insights”
  • Focus on regulatory requirements and structuring sustainable outsourcing agreements between Switzerland and Vietnam
12:00 PM – 12:20 PM Fireside Chat

With Hung Truong: “Navigating Global IT Outsourcing: Leveraging Vietnam’s Unique Strengths – Insider’s Perspective”
12:20 PM – 12:40 PM Panel Discussion & Audience Q&A

Open exchange with the keynote speakers, addressing questions from the audience and key concerns such as scalability, legal frameworks, and cultural fit in outsourcing.
12:40 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch & Networking Apéro

A casual opportunity to connect with the speakers and other attendees over lunch.

The Venue

zurich
  • By plane: Fly into Zurich Airport (ZRH). Take a train to Zurich Hauptbahnhof, then transfer to tram 6 or 10 to “ETH/Universitätsspital” and walk to UZH.
  • By train: Arrive at Zurich Hauptbahnhof, then take tram 6 or 10 to “ETH/Universitätsspital” and walk to UZH.
  • By bus: From Zurich Hauptbahnhof, take bus 33 to “Kunsthaus/ETH,” then walk to UZH.
  • On foot: Walk from Zurich Hauptbahnhof along Bahnhofstraße, then continue onto Rämistrasse to reach the UZH Kollegiengebäude.

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