Wine & Why

What can you expect?

Where every taste evokes a memory. And every memory reveals a deeper Why.

In an era of hurried conversations, endless notifications, and transactional networking, true leadership is no longer defined by what you do — but by why you do it, and who you are when titles fall away.

Wine & Why is a carefully curated after-hours gathering for 40 selected business leaders, hosted by The New Leaders and Barson, set within the intimate and refined ambiance of the speakeasy bar at Le Méridien Saigon.

This is not a typical networking evening. It is an immersive emotional journey — where wine becomes a mirror to leadership identity, and connection is sparked by authenticity, not agendas.

A Night Where: A sip of wine becomes a key to unlocking your inner leadership archetype Conversations begin not with “What do you do?” but “What shaped the way you lead?” Emotional resonance takes the place of elevator pitches And the room holds space for shared truths rarely spoken in boardrooms

The Concept

Each guest will embark on a guided, sensorial experience — beginning with the selection of a signature wine profile, each representing a distinct leadership essence. Through storytelling, shared reflection, and quiet discovery, leaders will explore the emotional architecture behind how they lead — and why.

This is your invitation to connect — not through roles or résumés, but through insight, presence, and shared humanity.

At the heart of the evening lies a rare fusion of taste, identity, and leadership — all unfolding in an atmosphere designed for introspection, dialogue, and depth.

Let the wine speak. Let the story unfold. Let’s discover.

Ms. Huyen Ha

Special Guest

Guided by Ms. Huyền Hà – Head Sommelier at Akuna & Le Méridien Saigon, guests will embark on a sensory journey to uncover their leadership identity through wine. A WSET Level 4 Diploma candidate with deep expertise in wine and enology, Ms. Huyền blends technical mastery with an intuitive approach to pairing. Her unique ability to connect taste with personal insight will help each guest choose a wine that reflects their leadership essence—and inspire connection through untold stories and shared emotional depth.

Ms. Ngan Tran

Key Host

Your Host, Ms. Ngan Tran - Harvard-trained executive coach and global EQ leadership expert, has guided leaders in 20+ countries to uncover not just how they lead—but why. As Founder of The New Leaders, she brings world-class leadership insights to Vietnam, helping leaders lead with authenticity, impact, and emotional depth. At Wine and Why, she’ll guide you through a journey of self-discovery—where each taste reveals a story of leadership.

Highlights

A taste of wine unlocks a leadership identity

Authentic emotional connection replaces elevator pitches.

And connection begins not from “what do you do?” but from “why are you the way you are?”