Samantha Wilson

“My engagement with AVLD has been vibrant and varied – I’ve supported as the Events Manager for the virtual 2021 dialogue and as Deputy Steering Committee Director for the 2023 dialogue in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong. The relationships formed and opportunity to drive forward meaningful dialogue has allowed me to develop both personally and professionally. Now stepping into a People and Culture Director role, I’m excited to help build a sustainable organisation, driving initiatives and culture that promotes collaboration and fosters and builds upon the strong Australia-Vietnam bilateral relationship” - shared Sam.

Sam is AVLD People and Culture Director. In her day job, Sam is a Strategic Workforce Planning and Org Design Consultant at Optus, a leading technology company providing telecommunications services.

She is energised about fostering cross-cultural relationships, showcased through her roles as Board Director of ACCA Dragon Boat Racing Club and Deputy Chair of the Optus Culture Connect Employee Network.

Sam’s academic achievements and dedication to her field were recognised through the prestigious Australian Government New Colombo Plan Scholarship, which allowed her to lead multiple projects in the international tourism and major events industry.

With a passion to connect communities through technology and social impact activities, Sam’s goal is to empower organisations to develop diverse, capable and sustainable workforces that are aligned to business strategy and are ready for the future of work.

She has lived and worked in Hong Kong, Singapore, Germany and the United Arab Emirates.