Founder of HackerNoon

David is the Founder & CEO of HackerNoon, a tech publishing platform powered by its own custom CMS. With millions of monthly readers and 150k+ stories, HackerNoon helps technologists share what they’re building and learning. David leads a small, independent team focused on quality storytelling, open access, and better publishing tools. He’s raised nearly $3M from 1,300+ shareholders and remains committed to keeping the platform ad-supported, founder-led, and free for everyone.

COO of HackerNoon

Linh is the COO of HackerNoon, where she oversees operations, partnerships, and community. She has helped scale the platform to 3M+ monthly readers and led fundraising efforts alongside her husband and co-founder, David. Linh is passionate about staying independent, growing sustainably, and building tech without compromising values. She believes in keeping creative platforms accessible, inclusive, and free from VC pressure.

Co-founder of Lumiere Education & Leverage Assistants

Stephen is the co-founder of Lumiere Education and Leverage Assistants. A Harvard grad and former McKinsey consultant, he now writes and builds full-time. His work has appeared in HBR, The Economist, and Freakonomics. Fluent in Vietnamese, Mandarin, and Spanish, Stephen also performs stand-up comedy in Vietnamese with “Saigon Tếu.” He’s passionate about helping people grow ideas from zero and sharing practical insights about entrepreneurship with a sense of humor.

General Manager @ StoryCo

Vicky is a content creator, MC, and digital marketer based in Hanoi. She’s worked with brands like VTV, VinFuture, and VinMagazine, and currently leads operations at StoryCo. Known for her insights on Gen Z life and careers, Vicky has built an online following across TikTok and Instagram, and was nominated as a 2023 WeChoice “Z-Face.” With global experience and sharp storytelling skills, she brings energy, creativity, and perspective to every project.