Over the years, the GBA events – both with a business as well as with a leisure focus – have become highlights of the German community´s calendar. The ever rising participation is a clear sign that our offer meets the expectations of our guests. The GBA team is eager to identify new and exciting spots in both cities´ growing hospitality scene and thus provide you with new experiences. In this section you will see impressions from some of GBA´s recent events which will hopefully incentivise you to join one of our next activities.
[Recap] GBA Business Meeting in November: Accelerating Business Growth and Operational Efficiency with AI
On November 4, 2024, the GBA held its monthly business meeting at New World Saigon Hotel, attracting over 90 attendees. The session, led by GBA Board member Mr. Dirk Arend, featured three keynote speakers: Dr. Hung Le Minh, AI Expert at Bosch Global Software and Technologies Vietnam, Mr. Ludovic Toison, Chief Technology Officer at NFQ […]
[Recap] GBA Members for Members workshop: “Total Leadership: Be a Better Leader, Have a Richer Life”
HCMC, October 18, the German Business Association (GBA), in collaboration with Allianz Partners, celebrated Women’s Day in Vietnam with the GBA Members for Members workshop, “Total Leadership: Be a Better Leader, Have a Richer Life”. The event brought together 30 participants for enriching discussions on personal development, leadership, and equity. The event kicked off with […]
[Recap] DeutschenTreff | HCMC | October
HCMC, October 16 – An electrifying gathering took place at Pullman Saigon Centre, with 70 attendees from diverse industries and organizations. The evening was filled with vibrant discussions and valuable knowledge sharing, sparking conversations that promise to build lasting partnerships. Join the German Business Association – GBA community and dive into Vietnam’s most vibrant professional network. Connect with […]
Over Ten Thousand Flock to “GBA Oktoberfest 2024” – Southeast Asia’s Largest Beer Festival
The 2024 GBA Oktoberfest concluded successfully, promoting German culture with seven nights of festivities across three major cities: Hanoi, Danang, and Ho Chi Minh City. The grand finale, held from October 10-12 at Hotel Nikko Saigon, was a blast! Since 1992, this spectacular celebration of German heritage and friendship with Vietnam has offered intercultural exchange […]
GBA Oktoberfest 2024: A Blast in Ho Chi Minh City!
The grand finale of the GBA Oktoberfest 2024 was officially opened at Hotel Nikko Saigon on October 10, drawing a vibrant crowd of 1,400 attendees. The festival was inaugurated by the German Deputy Consul General, Mr. Christopher David Scholl, GBA Chairman Mr. Alexander Ziehe, and the Chief Representative of AHK Vietnam, Mr. Peter Kompalla, through […]
Danang Celebrates GBA Oktoberfest 2024 with Resounding Success
The second GBA Oktoberfest, co-organized by the German Business Association (GBA), the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam (AHK Vietnam) and the Furama Resort Danang successfully took place on October 4, 2024 with over 500 festival-goers. The festival kicked off with a press conference in the afternoon, attracting significant attention from local media […]
GBA Coffee Talk: Connecting Members & Strengthening Bonds
HCMC, 01 October – The GBA successfully conducted its third ‘Coffee Talk with GBA Board Care-takers’ at the Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City. The session, led by GBA Board members Mr. Dirk Arend, Mr. Jan-Christian Koldehoff and Mr. Viet Le, engaged 20 members in a dynamic exchange of ideas. During the 90-minute session, participants […]
GBA Oktoberfest 2024: Hanoi’s Success Sets The Stage For Danang!
The three-night GBA Oktoberfest 2024 in Hanoi concluded with a bang on Saturday, September 28. Each night, we welcomed an incredible turnout of 1,700 festival-goers at JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Join us for the most authentic GBA Oktoberfest in the coastal paradise of Danang this Friday, October 4 at […]
GBA Oktoberfest 2024 Officially Kicked Off in Hanoi
We are thrilled to announce that the countdown to the GBA Oktoberfest 2024 is finally over! The biggest beer festival in Southeast Asia kicked off yesterday, September 26, at JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi with 1,700 attendees. The German Ambassador, Ms. Helga Margarete Barth, along with GBA Chairman Mr. Alexander Ziehe, Vice-chairmen Mr. Torben Minko and […]
[Recap] DeutschenTreff | HCMC | September
HCMC, September 18 – An electrifying gathering took place at BAR SON – Le Méridien Saigon, with a fantastic turnout of 100 professionals from diverse industries and organizations. The evening was filled with vibrant discussions and valuable knowledge sharing, sparking conversations that promise to build lasting partnerships. Join the German Business Association – GBA community and […]