Can Tho, On the morning of August 1, 2026, the kickoff event for the InnoX program officially took place at ISC Hau Giang in a vibrant atmosphere. Co-organized by ISC and the Institute of Innovation (UII) under the College of Technology and Design, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), the program attracted nearly 170 students and faculty members from major universities in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta region.
Practical Field Experience in the Creative Space
To kick off the morning, students participated in a field study activity, directly touring the co-working space of ISC Hau Giang. Here, the young attendees gained hands-on experience observing modern technology application models, including mushroom greenhouses, aquaculture greenhouses, and chili cultivation areas.
In addition, student delegations had direct networking and exchange sessions with representatives from prominent technology enterprises and startups, such as Digi-texx Vietnam, 689Cloud, LeMit, and A9IoT.
A representative from LeMit introducing young jackfruit products
A9IoT presents its Internet of Things (IoT) platform
689Cloud introducing its cybersecurity solutions
The field study provided an up-close look at business operations and the practical application of technology in real-world business models.
Inspiration from the Innovation Talk & Career Talk
Immediately following the tour, the program continued with an engaging panel discussion. The guest speaker for the talkshow was Mr. Eric Lai Duc Nhuan, Co-founder of the VNITO Alliance, and Founder & CEO of Atagrow Co., Ltd. Drawing from his rich practical experience, Mr. Eric Lai Duc Nhuan shared insights on two deep topics:
- "Hands-on" Innovation — From Lecture Hall Ideas to Million-Dollar Products: Exploring real-world case studies from Atagrow and an overview of tech shift trends.
- The "x100" Capability Formula for Personal Innovation Journeys: Helping students shape their mindset, equip themselves with adaptive skills, and break through personal limits.
Mr. Eric Lai Duc Nhuan shares insights with the students
Through this periodic InnoX program, the organizers aim to fuel the entrepreneurial passion among youth while encouraging students to explore practical experiences and business startup lessons from established enterprises.
