Golden Lion Group Vietnam

Your COMPASS & CATALYST

Golden Lion Group is a consultancy firm in Vietnam dedicated to delivering exceptional value to clients and communities. We leverage the local expertise of our professionals to help businesses succeed in Vietnam’s dynamic market.

Our Services – The Four Cs

Commerce and Community

We connect businesses with local communities, identify market opportunities, and create sustainable business models.

Company Setup and Accountancy

We provide comprehensive support for company registration and expert accountancy services to ensure financial compliance and smooth operations.

Compliance and Legal Services

We offer in-depth legal advice to ensure your business complies with Vietnamese laws and safeguards its interests.

Cooperation, Sourcing, and HR

We facilitate business partnerships, optimize supply chains, and provide recruitment and HR management solutions tailored to the local labor market.

Expertise

We specialize in high-growth sectors in Vietnam’s economy, including:

Real Estate

Health Care

Manufacturing & Outsourcing

Media & Marketing

Meet Our Team

Gary Y. Shigemura

Education

  • 1965: B.S., University of Southern California
  • 1967: M.B.A. (Business Economics and International Trade), Cum Laude, University of Southern California
  • 1970: Juris Doctor, Loyola University of Los Angeles

Work Experience
  • 1970 - 1971: Deputy Attorney General, State of Hawaii
  • 1971 - 1973: Attorney at Goodwill Anderson & Quinn
  • 1980 - Present: President, The Law Offices of Gary Y. Shigemura, handling banking, insurance, corporate, and international trade law

Licenses
Admitted to Hawaii state and multiple federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court

Professional Affiliations
Member of various legal associations like American Trial Lawyer Association, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Professional Philosophy
Believes that with love, giving, and uplifting, the foundation of a shared destiny begins.

Professional Affiliations and Positions
  • Director: Chiu Yang Residents Association of Hong Kong Limited
  • Founding Vice President: Hong Kong Economic & Trade Association
  • Former Visiting Professor: Rotman School of Business
  • Former President: University of Toronto Alumni Association (Hong Kong)
  • Former Vice President: Kwai Ching Lions Club
  • President: International Entrepreneur Institute
  • Director: Fukien Chamber of Commerce

Danny Chau

Professional Philosophy
Believes that with love, giving, and uplifting, the foundation of a shared destiny begins.

Professional Affiliations and Positions

  • Director: Chiu Yang Residents Association of Hong Kong Limited
  • Founding Vice President: Hong Kong Economic & Trade Association
  • Former Visiting Professor: Rotman School of Business
  • Former President: University of Toronto Alumni Association (Hong Kong)
  • Former Vice President: Kwai Ching Lions Club
  • President: International Entrepreneur Institute
  • Director: Fukien Chamber of Commerce

Professional Credential
  • Certified Management Accountant (CMA): As a CMA, Danny possesses in-depth knowledge in management accounting. This includes proficiency in financial planning, cost management, performance evaluation, and strategic decision-making. The CMA designation, which requires a combination of educational attainment, completion of specialized courses, relevant work experience, and passing rigorous examinations, equips him to provide valuable financial insights and contribute to effective financial management in diverse business settings.

Benson Chang

Position
Group Managing Director, Lion Consulting

Introduction
Benson Chang is a seasoned professional leading Lion Consulting. He is deeply involved in FATF-related Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) initiatives. With four prestigious awards, he has extensive knowledge of diverse accounting laws and compliance across multiple regions.

Current Role at Lion Consulting

  • Oversees operations as Group Managing Director, formulating growth strategies. Leads a team delivering corporate, compliance, and financial advisory services from offices in London, Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.
  • Positions Lion Consulting as an industry thought-leader, leveraging his extensive network and expertise.

FATF Involvement
Actively participates in FATF activities, advising clients on global AML/CFT standards. Guides them on compliance measures like due diligence and reporting to mitigate financial crime risks.

Awards and Recognition
  • Member unit of the "Brand Strong Country" project in the fiscal and tax industry (National Development and Reform Commission).
  • "Outstanding Young Entrepreneur Award in Greater China" (Hong Kong Commercial Daily).
  • Cover story feature in Hong Kong's Urban Daily and Urban Prosperity magazine.
  • "Hong Kong's Most Outstanding Enterprise Award 2019".

Professional Affiliations
Holds leadership roles in the International Accountants Association (AIA) and other associations, influencing industry standards and professional development.

Patrick Lui

Patrick Lui - Multifaceted Professional

Educational Background

  • Holds degrees in Engineering and Business Administration.

Real-Estate Expertise
  • Licensed California real-estate broker with over 30 years of experience.

Business Achievements in Telecom
  • Secured a $1 billion USD credit line from Cisco for China Railcom and Coyote Network Systems to develop a Voice over IP (VoIP) network.
  • Received a carrier license from Laos ETL for international telecommunications.
  • Holds an FCC 214 license, enabling telecom traffic exchange in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and the USA.
  • Helped Vietel and SPT in Vietnam build out their first VOIP network.

Business Diversification
  • Invested in various sectors including restaurants, hotels, and a bowling center.
  • Organized cross-border concerts for cultural exchanges.

Linguistic & Philanthropic Skills
  • Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
  • Actively involved in charity organizations.

Pius Pang

Pius Pang - Business Professional

Professional Summary
Seasoned professional with extensive expertise in consulting, business development, and executive leadership, serving Hong Kong and American clients.

Experience Highlights

  • Payment Services Development: Set up Alipay and WeChat Pay mobile payment services, negotiated with stores for sign-ups, and identified opportunities for business expansion.
  • Bankcard Solutions Leadership: Served as CEO and Principal for Bankcard Solutions in Alhambra. Managed contracts with vendors, oversaw cash flow, and targeted over 5,000 Asian merchants in the US, connecting them with mainstream US banking systems. Also designed an exclusive program with Bank of America for Asian merchants.
  • Business Diversification: Invested in various sectors including real estate development, restaurants, and hospitality businesses, demonstrating a knack for multi-industry growth.
  • Community and Cultural Involvement: Actively participated in charitable functions and cultural events, contributing to social and cultural well-being.

Education
  • Rio Hondo City College
  • Hong Kong University External Business Program

Meet Our Advisors

Huu Tri Phan

Huu Tri Phan - Versatile Business Professional and Mentor

  • Multilingual: Fluent in Chinese, Vietnamese, English
  • Client Management: Proficient in client handling
  • Finance Skills: Skilled in cost control, profit boost
  • Strategic Experience: Strategist at UCP Group (HK), ADC Solutions (USA)

Tran Minh

Education

  • M.A. in Business - Hospitality Management (Salzburg University of Applied Sciences, Austria) – covers hotels, restaurants, etc.
  • Dual BAs in Chinese & English Linguistics & Literature (Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City).

Languages
  • Fluent: English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese.

Work Experience
  • Led service/consulting at FS VIP VIETNAM.
  • Oversaw business ops for VNCOGROUP's ACCESS PAYMENTECH.
  • Managed sales/ops for SAIGONTOURIST's Chinese cruise market.
  • Headed quality control at THE NIELSEN COMPANY.

Strengths
  • Teamwork, team development, organization, communication.
  • Quality control, cost management, leadership, guidance & mentoring.

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Ready to Grow in Vietnam?

Contact us today and let Golden Lion Group be your trusted partner for business success in Vietnam.

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