Ready to Export Business Award and Appreciation Night 2024 (Final wave)

December 24, 2024

The final phase of the Ready to Export (R2E) program ran from June to December 2024, starting with an informational webinar that attracted over 250 participants eager to learn about its benefits. During this phase, more than 200 Vietnamese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, aquaculture, and textiles joined training sessions to boost their capacity to export to Europe and the Netherlands.

Out of these, the R2E team selected 43 outstanding SMEs for one-on-one mentorship. Thanks to the support of the DBAV community and experts from various industries, we connected 27 mentors with these businesses to help them refine their export strategies. Each SME submitted a business plan, which competed for recognition and funding.

A Night to Appreciate and Celebrate!

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On December 18, 2024, we held an Appreciation Night to honor the SMEs and mentors who participated in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Netherlands in HCMC. The highlight of the evening was announcing the winners of the R2E Business Plan Competition. The top three winners received R2E funds to bring their plans to life.

R2E Business Plan Competition 2024

The competition judges evaluated each plan based on Business introduction and model, Market analysis, Use of prize money, Application of R2E training insights and Commitment to sustainability

We were impressed by the uniqueness of each business plan and their solutions' keen focus on sustainability. It was clear to us that each participant had effectively integrated their learnings from the R2E program into their plans - shared by Mr. Phuc Nguyen

And the Winners Are...

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1st Place: Dat Foods
Dat Foods stood out with its nut-based products, tapping into the growing demand for plant-based, health-conscious food. Their commitment to sustainability, using ethically sourced, chemical-free materials from local farmers, set them apart.

2nd Place: Mimi Fashion JSC
This fashion company champions wellness and sustainability over fast fashion, using organic materials and empowering women and local communities. Already active globally, Mimi Fashion aims to grow its presence in Europe.

3rd Place: Veritas Vietnam JSC
Focusing on the circular economy, Veritas transforms agricultural waste into innovative, sustainable materials for B2B use, including pallets for logistics. Their compliance with new EU sustainability regulations and attractive pricing gives them immense potential.

The Impact of R2E

The three-year R2E program, funded by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) and led by DBAV in partnership with ASSIST, concluded successfully on December 18, 2024. Its impact on the Vietnamese business community will continue to resonate.

Special thanks to our local business associations, national media VTV2, and partners who supported the program: HAWEE, HAWA, VASEP, OCOP, VIETRADE, CBA, VITAS, KISSTARTUP, VSCOSA, BSA, VCOSA, SEACO, Young Entrepreneurs Associations, IDH, PUM and other partners.

The R2E program has not only strengthened SMEs but also fostered collaboration for a sustainable export future.

To learn more:

R2E Project Team 2024:

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Contributing Author:
Mr. Phuc Nguyen, Partner at KPMG and R2E Judge 2024.