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Join us on a remarkable journey as we listen to the story of Tam Nguyen and the indomitable spirit that led his family from war-torn Vietnam to the foundation of Advance Beauty College in the United States. Tam's parents' incredible saga of escape, separation, and reunion underpins the very values that have turned their beauty education business into an institution that's cultivated over 50,000 professionals. Their story isn't just one of survival, but of forging a lasting legacy through courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to family and community.
In this conversation, we explore the nuances of maintaining harmony between family ties and the demands of running a business. I open up about the essential role of trust within the family unit, which naturally spills over into community relationships, fostering a powerful network of support and local engagement. We discuss how leading with heart and intellect can amplify a business's success and how being part of affinity groups can mitigate the isolation that often comes with entrepreneurship. The talk also navigates the delicate process of passing the torch to the next generation, underscoring the importance of a solid support system during these pivotal transitions.
Wrapping up our discussion, we reflect on the intricate dynamics at play within family-operated ventures, drawing insights from the growth of a nail salon training program to a comprehensive beauty and wellness education powerhouse. We examine the personal connections fostered in the beauty industry and the unique position of beauty professionals in the lives of their clients. Finally, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you, our listeners, for joining the conversation. Your feedback and engagement are the lifeblood of our show, and I personally invite you to reach out with your thoughts, questions, and stories. Your interaction enriches our community and fuels our dedication to bringing you inspiring content.
Highlight Time Stamps:
(04:18 - 05:32) From Trauma to Success
(10:36 - 12:55) Family-Oriented Philanthropic Business Owners
(17:13 - 18:13) Family Business and Community Impact
(23:03 - 24:19) Succession Planning in Family Businesses
(31:19 - 32:47) Challenges of Family Businesses
(33:45 - 35:20) Global Expansion of Premier Beauty Training
(37:06 - 38:08) The Visual and Personal Beauty Industry
Connect with Tam Nguyen:
Learn more about Advance Beauty College:
https://www.advancebeautycollege.edu/
Tam Nguyen’s Bio:
My life starts and ends with my FAMILY as a father of three and husband to Christine since 2006. Together, we aspire to live the HEALTHIEST & HAPPIEST life with empathy and compassion while making a positive IMPACT for our beloved commUNITY where we live, work & play.
Tam Nguyen has 30 years of experience as a business, community, education and philanthropic leader. Nguyen is the second generation family business owner of Advance Beauty College graduating over 50,000 beauty professionals over its 37 year history.
The nation's premier nail-salon training program headquartered in Orange County's Little Saigon ranks among the largest in the U.S. Advance Beauty College is an industry leader having launched in 2020 a hybrid online learning option setting the bar as an industry pioneer. Nguyen also served two terms on the prestigious national board of directors for the American Association of Cosmetology Schools from 2010-2016.
Additionally, Nguyen is the past chairman and CEO of the Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce of Orange County (2009-2013) and founding chair of the Small Business Diversity Network (SBDN). He has taught business management at Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) as a faculty member since 2016 with an emphasis on Family Business Dynamics.
Nguyen is very active in the community serving in leadership roles for numerous public agencies and nonprofits such as the Orange County Transportation Authority, where he serves as its 2024 chair.
He serves as chair of the Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) Philanthropic Foundation Board of Governors and as a board member of the Orange County United Way (Past Vice Chair), the Garden Grove Community Foundation (Past President), MemorialCare's Orange Coast Medical Center (Fountain Valley) and MemorialCare’s Saddleback Medical Center (Laguna Hills) and Genesis Bank (Newport Beach).
Nguyen also is cofounder of Nailing It For America that provided $30 million dollars worth of personal protective equipment and over 85,000 restaurant meals to healthcare workers and vulnerable seniors during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tam was born in Vietnam, arrived to the United States at the age of one and raised in both Los Angeles County (Walnut) and Orange County (Westminster). He graduated from UC Irvine (1995), AUC (2000) and CSUF (2005) and holds both MD and MBA degrees.
The role Nguyen enjoys the most, along with his wife Christine, is being parents to their three children. Their family symbols are 5NH (Five Nguyening Hearts) and CT3 (Compassion & Trust which is also the first letter of their names)
Connect with Dr. Donna:
LinkedIn | https://www.drdonnamarino.com/
Learn more about Dr. Donna’s Executive Coaching:
- Get your copy of Dr. Donna’s book, Unleash the Wise Leader in You! on Amazon.
- Learn more about Leadership & Team Trainings for Family Businesses
- Find out if our Women’s Leadership Group is right for you.
Podcast Category:
Business: Management
Business: Careers
Podcast Artist Name:
Dr. Donna Marino
Show Email:
Show Website URL:
https://www.drdonnamarino.com/
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By Dr. Donna MarinoJoin us on a remarkable journey as we listen to the story of Tam Nguyen and the indomitable spirit that led his family from war-torn Vietnam to the foundation of Advance Beauty College in the United States. Tam's parents' incredible saga of escape, separation, and reunion underpins the very values that have turned their beauty education business into an institution that's cultivated over 50,000 professionals. Their story isn't just one of survival, but of forging a lasting legacy through courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to family and community.
In this conversation, we explore the nuances of maintaining harmony between family ties and the demands of running a business. I open up about the essential role of trust within the family unit, which naturally spills over into community relationships, fostering a powerful network of support and local engagement. We discuss how leading with heart and intellect can amplify a business's success and how being part of affinity groups can mitigate the isolation that often comes with entrepreneurship. The talk also navigates the delicate process of passing the torch to the next generation, underscoring the importance of a solid support system during these pivotal transitions.
Wrapping up our discussion, we reflect on the intricate dynamics at play within family-operated ventures, drawing insights from the growth of a nail salon training program to a comprehensive beauty and wellness education powerhouse. We examine the personal connections fostered in the beauty industry and the unique position of beauty professionals in the lives of their clients. Finally, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you, our listeners, for joining the conversation. Your feedback and engagement are the lifeblood of our show, and I personally invite you to reach out with your thoughts, questions, and stories. Your interaction enriches our community and fuels our dedication to bringing you inspiring content.
Highlight Time Stamps:
(04:18 - 05:32) From Trauma to Success
(10:36 - 12:55) Family-Oriented Philanthropic Business Owners
(17:13 - 18:13) Family Business and Community Impact
(23:03 - 24:19) Succession Planning in Family Businesses
(31:19 - 32:47) Challenges of Family Businesses
(33:45 - 35:20) Global Expansion of Premier Beauty Training
(37:06 - 38:08) The Visual and Personal Beauty Industry
Connect with Tam Nguyen:
Learn more about Advance Beauty College:
https://www.advancebeautycollege.edu/
Tam Nguyen’s Bio:
My life starts and ends with my FAMILY as a father of three and husband to Christine since 2006. Together, we aspire to live the HEALTHIEST & HAPPIEST life with empathy and compassion while making a positive IMPACT for our beloved commUNITY where we live, work & play.
Tam Nguyen has 30 years of experience as a business, community, education and philanthropic leader. Nguyen is the second generation family business owner of Advance Beauty College graduating over 50,000 beauty professionals over its 37 year history.
The nation's premier nail-salon training program headquartered in Orange County's Little Saigon ranks among the largest in the U.S. Advance Beauty College is an industry leader having launched in 2020 a hybrid online learning option setting the bar as an industry pioneer. Nguyen also served two terms on the prestigious national board of directors for the American Association of Cosmetology Schools from 2010-2016.
Additionally, Nguyen is the past chairman and CEO of the Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce of Orange County (2009-2013) and founding chair of the Small Business Diversity Network (SBDN). He has taught business management at Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) as a faculty member since 2016 with an emphasis on Family Business Dynamics.
Nguyen is very active in the community serving in leadership roles for numerous public agencies and nonprofits such as the Orange County Transportation Authority, where he serves as its 2024 chair.
He serves as chair of the Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) Philanthropic Foundation Board of Governors and as a board member of the Orange County United Way (Past Vice Chair), the Garden Grove Community Foundation (Past President), MemorialCare's Orange Coast Medical Center (Fountain Valley) and MemorialCare’s Saddleback Medical Center (Laguna Hills) and Genesis Bank (Newport Beach).
Nguyen also is cofounder of Nailing It For America that provided $30 million dollars worth of personal protective equipment and over 85,000 restaurant meals to healthcare workers and vulnerable seniors during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tam was born in Vietnam, arrived to the United States at the age of one and raised in both Los Angeles County (Walnut) and Orange County (Westminster). He graduated from UC Irvine (1995), AUC (2000) and CSUF (2005) and holds both MD and MBA degrees.
The role Nguyen enjoys the most, along with his wife Christine, is being parents to their three children. Their family symbols are 5NH (Five Nguyening Hearts) and CT3 (Compassion & Trust which is also the first letter of their names)
Connect with Dr. Donna:
LinkedIn | https://www.drdonnamarino.com/
Learn more about Dr. Donna’s Executive Coaching:
- Get your copy of Dr. Donna’s book, Unleash the Wise Leader in You! on Amazon.
- Learn more about Leadership & Team Trainings for Family Businesses
- Find out if our Women’s Leadership Group is right for you.
Podcast Category:
Business: Management
Business: Careers
Podcast Artist Name:
Dr. Donna Marino
Show Email:
Show Website URL:
https://www.drdonnamarino.com/