Minh, a driven student and aspiring financier, excels in blending community service with financial acumen, securing major funding for educational projects and applying real-world financial strategies through prestigious internships and research.
From an early age, Minh developed resilience, overcoming a speech impediment in a family steeped in entrepreneurship. Inspired by his father’s entrepreneurial spirit, he gained a keen business acumen. His early engagement with the stock market yielded a successful $2000 return. His core values—punctuality, integrity, and the importance of friendships—guide both his personal and professional life.
Minh has excelled academically and in extracurricular activities, achieving 3 A’s and 4 B’s in IGCSE and participating in high-level competitions such as the Wharton Global Youth Investment Competition and the Uber Global Hackathon 2023. He also took part in the Harvard International Economic Essay Contest, demonstrating his commitment to excellence. Beyond academics, Minh leads the ‘The Dream School’ initiative, enhancing educational access for underprivileged children, and has significantly impacted local communities. In finance, he shone in the Stripe Work-Experienced Program, mastering complex financial concepts and applying them to real-world scenarios like growth forecasts and valuations for major companies. Minh also leads The Polionomic Bulletin club, fostering creative writing among younger students, and broadened his intellectual horizons through the USC Pre-College Summer Program on Ethics.
Minh’s pursuit of university education is driven by his desire to deepen his expertise in finance and business management. This academic endeavor will not only boost his professional trajectory but also allow him to build lasting relationships with peers who share his interests and aspirations. By immersing himself in this environment, Minh is poised to further his knowledge and continue excelling in integrating community service with financial expertise.
