Do Khanh Van’s career trajectory is a testament to her dynamic leadership and visionary investment approach. Graduating from the Hanoi Academy of Finance with an ACCA certification, she initially aimed to become a corporate CFO after 5 years at Ernst & Young. Her career path shifted dramatically in 2008 when she joined Mekong Capital. As an Investment Director, Van is committed to developing businesses that emphasize people development, consumer protection, and sustainability in Vietnam.
In her role at Mekong, Van actively transforms the companies she works with, managing strategic portfolios across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, education, and financial services. She serves on the boards of F88, Vua Nem, and LiveSpo, guiding them towards achieving their strategic goals.
Van’s profound impact stems from her extensive financial background and deep understanding of investment processes. Since transitioning from a finance consultant to a leadership role, she has driven key projects, including strategic investment and divestments from major entities in Vietnam’s F&B, pharmaceutical, and financial sectors. Her personal growth involves breaking out of her point of view, discovering new possibilities, and building deep trust with company founders.
Beyond her professional achievements, Van’s work reflects her personal mission to make a difference in Vietnam by developing successful, consumer-protecting, and environmentally friendly businesses. Her leadership and coaching are dedicated to fostering environments where businesses and communities thrive. This approach positions Van as a leader in Mekong Capital’s efforts to enhance leadership, transformation, and communication, ensuring faster and more effective results within its portfolio companies
