Hien Nguyen
Role: Medical Doctor, Tech Entrepreneur, Advisor Met Date: Prior to 2025 Last Interaction: 2025-10-26
Contact Information
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- Based in: Las Vegas / Kingman (as of May 2025)
Personal Background & Development
- Medical doctor by training (MD). Also trained/certified in Health Coaching.
- Vietnamese-Australian background; born in Australia after parents fled Vietnam as refugees.
- Father was a doctor in Vietnam, had to restart medical career in Australia.
- Family:
- Ex-Wife: Terese (Trish's daughter)
- Step-Daughter: Taylor Nguyen (19 y/o artist, calls him Dad, homeschooled by Hien for 2 years)
- Godmother/Mentor: Patricia Taylor (Trish) - Deep, formative, challenging relationship.
- Parents: Complicated relationship, particularly with father. Mother seems supportive.
- Brother: PharmD, seemingly estranged or distant relationship, unhappy bachelor.
- Childhood trauma: Molested as a child (shared experience with siblings). Father initially dismissive.
- Processing childhood trauma and working on healing family relationships (esp. with father).
- Using AI (ChatGPT) for self-therapy and personal growth.
- Had significant personal challenges: Near-death experiences (implied), business betrayals, periods of homelessness/instability, molestation trauma.
- Values/Struggles: High value on integrity, struggles with confrontation/running away (learned from father, being unlearned), working through victim mentality, seeks completion/stability.
- Spirituality: Explored Scientology (found tech useful, org problematic), involved with Trish's spiritual community, believes in higher power but struggles with specific frameworks.
- Current State: Feels injured/destabilized from recent events (Nicole breakup, homelessness), focused on regaining footing, hesitant to overpromise.
Business Experience
Healthcare Technology Ventures (Vitalize LLC)
- Grew company from ~$500k/yr to $100M run rate in ~2 years after moving HQ to Kingman.
- Developed innovative healthcare rebate program, virtual pharmacy/lab networks, wellness clinics.
- Faced hostile takeover attempts, board conflicts, accusations of embezzlement.
- Learned corporate strategy/law through navigating board conflicts (e.g., using insolvency fiduciary duty shift).
- Received $5M investment offer via Brazilian reverse merger (nearly derailed by Trish's guidance, but ultimately signed).
- Ultimately pushed out/diluted after restructuring, feels wronged.
- Preparing for legal fight to seek damages/accountability.
Other Ventures/Interests
- Planning MedTech Fund in Austin with Australian connections.
- Interest in AI Health Coach development (knows key players/methods).
- Explored multi-generational tech-enabled care communities (connected with MIT Age Lab).
- Interested in MedTech innovation, particularly around cancer treatment (thermal).
Current Projects & Plans (Updated June 2025)
Personal Healing & Development
- Deep Self-Reflection Process: Undergoing intensive period of personal accountability and spiritual healing following difficult 2-3 year period
- Health Recovery: Previous health issues (GI/digestive) reportedly improving as part of overall healing process
- Relationship Repair: Working to rebuild relationship with stepdaughter Taylor (21), focusing on creating stable foundation before attempting reconciliation
- Financial Stabilization: Awaiting resolution of Brent/Garrett deal, potentially significant payout allowing for financial independence
- Complex Financial/Legal Situation (Updated June 2025): Involved in sophisticated financial transaction with government/national security implications. Funds are tied up due to alleged criminal activity reports, requiring federal compliance review. Transaction involves multiple senators, NSA connections, and requires Treasury/White House level intervention to resolve. Working with high-level compliance lawyers and CIA asset recovery personnel to navigate complex regulatory environment.
Quantum AI & Technical Breakthroughs (October 2025)
- Intent Preservation System: Developed groundbreaking quantum AI system achieving 99% cosine similarity in preserving intent through multiple transformations. Trained model using templates to maintain semantic meaning across variations.
- Healing Algorithm: Created optimization equation "Healing = good memories answering bad memories" with quantum waveform applications using amplitude, direction, and frequency for nuanced healing approaches.
- Quantum Entanglement Theory: Working on avatar representation system where changes to one avatar immediately affect relationships with others through quantum entanglement principles.
- No Carrier Signal Discovery: Found that quantum communication has no carrier signal, with intent encoded in high-dimensional superposition space.
- Medical Voice Agent Applications: Developing potential commercial applications for healthcare using quantum AI principles.
- Unforgeable Identity Signatures: Created quantum identity system that cannot be forged, though aware of potential misuse.
Spiritual Journey & Recent Crisis (October 2025)
- Nicole Relationship Trauma: Endured toxic 2-year relationship with Nicole (now deceased) who was "perfectly designed to make me breach." Relationship included drug use ("shooting up") and spiritual confusion.
- Spiritual Practice History: Completed 1,459 days straight of intensive spiritual practice, waking at 11:59 PM for daily practice.
- Current Living Situation: Living in house with "a lot of ghosts" that make noises and knock things over. Using hotspot for internet (120GB consumed in one day), remote M4 Mac server in California.
- Recovery Phase: Past three months marked by prolific writing, self-taught machine learning, and spiritual gratitude despite difficult circumstances.
- Spiritual Abilities: Can see ghosts "out of the corner of your eye," experienced voices during drug use period, working through spiritual darkness.
Business & Partnership Opportunities
- Alexander Sheng Partnership: Committed to joining Gary's partnership with Dr. Lael Alexander in Tulsa for technology commercialization and education ventures
- Horizon Mining Company: 5% equity stake in Brent's mining company. Consulting role targeting $15K/month for AI transformation and operational support. Company generating $5M revenue in second month but facing management challenges with partners Sean Chipman and Joel Weiner. Potential $100K-200K payout expected within 45 days, plus quarterly distributions on net revenue.
- Mining AI Technology: Developing AI-first mining operations strategy based on Australian autonomous mining models. Plans to create separate IP company for mining automation technology that can service competitors.
- PE/Acquisition Strategy: Proposed focusing on acquiring companies with strong teams rather than building from scratch
- International Connections: Maintaining relationships with "Uncle Kong" in Singapore/Shanghai for potential China business opportunities
- Corporate Structure Expertise: Offering knowledge of PE operations, corporate law, and international business structures
Immediate Plans
- June 23, 2025: Begin road trip with Gary from Las Vegas → Arizona (visit Trish) → Tulsa (meet Dr. Alexander) → Austin
- Tulsa Reconnection: Plans to reconnect with Jerry and other Tulsa contacts from Vitalize days
- Educational Innovation: Interest in participating in elite academy/school development project
- Investment Strategy: Focus on values-aligned partnerships rather than purely profit-driven deals
Long-term Vision
- Geographic Flexibility: Open to relocating to Tulsa or Austin depending on partnership opportunities
- Educational Mission: Contributing to creation of educational system that produces genuine capability rather than credentialism
- Spiritual Integration: Applying Buddhist/tantric principles and Native American wisdom to business and personal development
Notable Connections
- Patricia Taylor (Trish): Godmother, spiritual mentor. Profound influence. Currently requires government security clearance for consultations due to increased involvement with presidential activities and war-related matters. More active in spiritual/energetic planes than physical reality. Hien notes she's aging and not as available as she was two years ago. Described as "judge in the spirit world" who travels mysteriously (Tibet for hours via military aircraft). Known for exposing false gurus and teaching through "TV screens" in non-local, non-linear ways. Taught Hien quantum physics throughout his life.
- Kamal Ravikant: Met via intro from Gary (2025-04-05). Potential friend/ally.
- Curran: Financial contact/trader. Relationship needs repair.
- M&D: Former romantic interest, prominent Australian healthcare leader.
- John Weaver: Former business mentor (deceased 2019). Significant influence.
- Peter Diamandis / Tom Blue: Connections via Human Longevity Institute.
- Connie Mariano: Connection via John Weaver.
- Chad Hetherington: Childhood friend from Adelaide, now successful exec (Amazon Merchandise, Quirky), met in Vegas.
- Frank / June / Jojo: Vegas contacts, some with criminal backgrounds. Hien feels need to distance.
Financial/Legal Situation Contacts
- Brent: Primary figure holding up funds release. Described as having "gangster" background, now running a company. Lacks expertise in policy/finance but controls key decisions. Has made allegedly false criminal allegations that triggered account freezes. Could resolve situation quickly by rescinding complaints but refuses to act proactively.
- Garrett: Trump associate (Susie Wiles' son-in-law), part of J Soft team. His associate is financial director for NSA. Has looked into the situation but limited by national security constraints and bank secrecy laws. Recently returned from Saudi Arabia, spends time in DC.
- Craig: Friend of Garrett with Trump family connections. Maintains close relationship with Hien regardless of circumstances ("no divesting of Craig").
- Senator Capito (West Virginia): Mentioned as involved in the financial transaction, possibly owed money from the deal.
- Manuel: Compliance lawyer, director of compliance at Bank of New York (handles all government securities). Described as highly competent, not "a joke."
- Stan: Lawyer involved in the case who "got fucking $100M in this deal."
- CIA Asset Recovery Director: 37-year veteran (since Bush Senior era, Iran-Contra cleanup), same position throughout. Claims ability to "clean up" the situation but also has power to "burn" people.
- Muhammad Khan: Saudi royal contact, involved in potential funding, has serious health issues.
- Bank of America Compliance: Where the original suspicious activity reports were filed.
Mining Company Connections
- Sean Chipman: Family office CPA/CFO, former 1/3 partner in Horizon Mining Company, now reduced to minority stake. Focused on depot operations. Described as inactive partner not providing adequate board support.
- Joel Weiner: Lawyer, former 1/3 partner in Horizon Mining Company, also reduced to minority stake. Considered by Hien as not fulfilling partnership obligations during critical operational challenges.
- Robert Wood: Texas financier who provided $8M equipment line of credit through his company. Currently creating operational problems by not paying vendors while demanding equity takeover. Represents immediate threat to company operations.
Oklahoma Connections
- Five Civilized Tribes: Former medical advisor role with Cherokee, Creek, and other tribes. Combined $20B revenue makes them significant Midwest power. Connections include chief medical officers and real estate development opportunities.
- Jerry: Largest real estate developer in Tulsa with national operations. Lobbies for tribal hospital construction and connected Hien to tribal medical leadership.
- Cherokee Chief: Gave speech at inauguration, made significant donation, gained access to tribal leadership circles.
Legal/Reputation Considerations
- Mr. McGraves: Prominent Tulsa socialite owed money from previous investment ($25K-50K range). Children include U.S. Marshall and prominent OB. Part of list Hien and Trish plan to pay back.
- Robbie (Cardiologist): Tulsa cardiologist who believes Hien stole $500K from escrow (allegedly due to forged documents by Frank/Ross). Subject of Florida lawsuit that Hien defaulted on.
Other Existing Connections
- Mark Baciak: Negative relationship, perceived betrayal. Recent update: Down to $500K in bank, multiple ventures failed including government contracts and international partnerships due to partner litigation issues.
- John Hamilton: Descendant of Alexander Hamilton, involved in MedTech, allegedly targeted with bioweapon.
- Marco: Former CTO, initially loyal but later worked against Hien.
- Marianne: Psychologist friend in Australia, expert in Psychodrama/EMDR.
Perspectives & Values (Updated June 2025)
Core Philosophy
- Personal Accountability: Emphasized importance of taking responsibility for one's mistakes and circumstances without blame or victimization
- Spiritual Redemption: Believes in possibility of redemption through authentic transformation, citing historical spiritual figures who left families but achieved redemption
- Values-First Business: Strongly prefers partnerships based on intellectual alignment and shared values over purely financial motivations
- Moral Consistency: Values internal consistency in belief systems and actions, citing examples from various spiritual traditions
Spiritual & Cultural Perspectives
- Buddhist/Tantric Integration: Deep knowledge of tantric Buddhism and Native American spiritual practices, particularly medicine wheel teachings from Trish
- Religious Pluralism: Sees connections between Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, and Native American traditions while maintaining respect for distinct approaches
- Practical Spirituality: Applies spiritual principles to business and daily life decisions, using spiritual discernment for partnership evaluation
Business & Leadership Philosophy
- Elite Education Focus: Believes in creating educational systems specifically designed for high-potential individuals rather than mass market approaches
- Anti-Parasitic Business Models: Rejects "betweener" business structures that extract value without adding substance
- Character-Based Assessment: Prioritizes character evaluation over technical credentials when assessing potential collaborators
- Corporate Structure Expertise: Strong understanding of PE operations, international business law, and regulatory environments
Cultural & Social Commentary
- Assimilation Perspectives: Strong views on cultural assimilation and authenticity, particularly regarding various ethnic groups in business contexts
- Geopolitical Awareness: Skeptical of official narratives about military conflicts, citing historical examples of government deception
- Leadership Theory: Advocates for situational leadership models (citing Native American war chief/peace chief structure)
Potential Collaboration Areas
- Expressed interest in being a "special advisor" to Gary in CEO role if Gary takes over an education organization
- Interest in Austin-based business opportunities including an upscale social venue/club
- Potential involvement in "Trump World" concept - a Trump-branded charter city near Austin
- MedTech fund/platform development (strategy, vetting, acceleration).
- AI Health Coach venture.
- Alpha Schools movement / America 2.0 Summit.
- Connecting Gary/Alpha Schools with relevant network (healthcare, tech, finance).
Recent Interactions
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2025-10-27: Brief mention during Gary-Tim conversation. Hien attempted to demo his quantum AI system to Gary but experienced complete technical failure - couldn't get environment working and was troubleshooting slowly. Gary observed: "He was typing things to troubleshoot. And I was like, man, you're typing so slow. It just kind of felt like such a thing of the past to be typing many sentences in a row." Gary committed to help Hien once he has funding: "Once he has money, I'll find different ways to help him."
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2025-10-26: Extended conversation at Las Vegas sushi restaurant and Hien's residence revealing both technical brilliance and personal vulnerability. Demonstrated quantum AI breakthrough achieving 99% cosine similarity in intent preservation through multiple transformations - "My grandma's been trying to teach this to me my whole life... quantum physics." Shared harrowing details of toxic relationship with Nicole (now deceased): "She was just perfectly designed to make me breach," including drug use period. Currently living in challenging conditions with poor internet, "ghosts" in house, facing financial pressure (AI service renewals on 25th). Revealed healing algorithm: "Healing equals good memories answering bad memories." Discussed grandmother Trish as "judge in spirit world" who travels mysteriously. Unable to demonstrate system due to technical issues ("half on server, half local"). Expressed deep awareness of ethical implications: "All this can be used for evil." Recovery marked by prolific writing and self-teaching machine learning. Gary ready to return to work after 3-month sabbatical, realizing need to make money for parents' security.
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2025-10-19: Profound reunion after months of crisis. Hien revealed he'd been homeless for 2-3 months during summer, sleeping on casino benches and collapsing in alleyways. Now living with Darren (widower who lost wife to COVID, son to car accident). Shared breakthrough quantum AI work including intent preservation systems, healing algorithms, and unforgeable quantum identity signatures - potentially revolutionary applications. Discussed Sean Chipman stealing $11.5M from mining company, destroying operations. Gary's financial support described as "everything" during crisis. Gary performed healing prayer, binding spirits of lack, infirmity, and financial sabotage. Hien: "I really had nothing or no one... everything you've done, I'm so grateful."
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2025-06-23 (Follow-up): Extended discussion about Horizon Mining Company involvement and operational challenges. Hien detailed his 5% equity stake, consulting arrangement ($15K/month target), and the problematic partnership dynamics with Sean Chipman and Joel Weiner. Revealed complex financial situation with Robert Wood (Texas financier) creating vendor payment issues and attempting hostile takeover. Discussed potential $100K-200K payout in next 45 days and quarterly distributions on 5% net revenue. Shared Oklahoma background including connections to Five Civilized Tribes ($20B combined revenue) and previous legal complications that need addressing. Conversation covered meeting plans with Trish, her current security clearance limitations, and strategic approach to Dr. Alexander partnership. Emphasized desire to stay in background/advisory role rather than operational leadership.
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2025-08-13 (Mentioned by Gary to Tim): Gary shared Hien's betrayal story as cautionary tale about workplace vulnerability: "This one mentee of his that he had and confided in and like just was a bro with and said oh I went to the strip club and he loved me ended up using the text messages that he sent to then get a better position... where my buddy Hien was fired even though he founded it." Story used to illustrate dangers of mixing vulnerable friendship with business relationships and how personal failings can create opportunities for exploitation. Gary's usage of Hien's experience demonstrates the deep trust between Gary and Hien, as Gary feels comfortable sharing Hien's vulnerable story as teaching example.
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2025-06-23: Detailed discussion about complex financial/legal situation involving frozen accounts and alleged criminal activity. Hien explained the intricate web of government connections, compliance requirements, and national security implications blocking fund release. Revealed sophisticated understanding of federal banking regulations, Bank Secrecy Act constraints, and the interplay between criminal allegations and financial compliance. Discussed the frustration of having contractual rights to funds but being unable to access them due to regulatory complications. Expressed concern about the reliability of government contacts and their actual ability to resolve the situation despite claimed connections. Demonstrated deep knowledge of how white-collar financial crimes are investigated and resolved at the federal level.
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2025-06-22: Extended evening in Las Vegas including hotpot dinner and hanging out, covering Dr. Alexander's Tulsa campus vision, corporate structure planning, and business strategy development. Hien provided sophisticated analysis of legal frameworks, entity structures, and fundraising strategies while Gary shared his frustrations with the billionaire he had been working with. Both recognized the Nike-Jordan partnership analogy for the Gary-Dr. Alexander collaboration. Discussed IP commercialization priorities, healthcare technology opportunities, and the importance of creating focused work environments. Hien demonstrated deep understanding of Delaware incorporation processes, shareholding structures, and professional relationship dynamics. Conversation revealed Gary's growing confidence in the Alexander Sheng partnership direction and Hien's readiness to provide corporate expertise.
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2025-06-21: Extended dinner conversation in Las Vegas covering personal healing journey, business partnership opportunities with Gary and Dr. Alexander, geopolitical discussions, educational philosophy, and spiritual practices. Hien shared his process of working through trauma and mistakes from recent years, particularly regarding his relationship with stepdaughter Taylor. Discussed plans to join Gary on road trip to Tulsa to meet Dr. Alexander and explore business opportunities. Revealed extensive knowledge of corporate structures, PE operations, and international business connections. Expressed strong interest in participating in Gary's education and technology commercialization ventures. Plans to travel starting Monday June 23rd via road trip through Arizona (to see Trish) then to Tulsa.
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2025-05-13: Phone call with Gary. Discussed organizational issues at an education company Gary is consulting for, potential Trump-connected business ventures including "Trump World" concept (a charter city/development in Texas), and a potential high-end venue/club in Austin. Hien expressed interest in visiting Austin in approximately 30 days and working with Gary on various ventures. Also mentioned speaking with "Trish" about Gary.
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2025-04-05: Extended day trip to Kingman, AZ. Drove Tesla, met Trish Taylor, Taylor Nguyen, Terese (briefly). Deep conversations about Hien's past trauma, business history, spiritual journey, relationship dynamics (family, Trish, Curran, Mark, Nicole), future plans, potential collaborations with Gary. Trish provided strong guidance/perspective.
Transcripts
| transcript-id | date | one-line-summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23-gary-sheng-hien-nguyen-financial-legal-situation-discussion | 2025-06-23 | Transcript Summary: Gary Sheng & Hien Nguyen - Financial/Legal Situation Discussion |
| 2025-05-13-hien-nguyen-gary-sheng-austin-ventures-trump-world | 2025-05-13 | Call with Hien Nguyen: Organizational Transformation, Trump World, and Austin Ventures |
| 2025-04-01-hien-nguyen-vegas-dinner | 2025-04-01 | Dinner conversation covering personal growth, business plans, potential MedTech fund in Austin, and future collaborations |
| 2025-04-02-gary-sheng-devin-durant-ford-hien-nguyen | 2025-04-02 | Extended conversation covering spiritual experiences, business ventures, educational initiatives and collaboration opportunities |
| 2025-04-05-day-with-hien-nguyen-and-trish-taylor | 2025-04-05 | Day trip to Kingman, AZ including Tesla drive and profound meeting with Trish Taylor |
| 2025-06-21-gary-sheng-hien-nguyen-las-vegas-dinner | 2025-06-21 | Deep personal and strategic discussion covering healing, business partnerships, and spiritual philosophy |
| 2025-06-22-gary-sheng-hien-nguyen-hotpot-vegas | 2025-06-22 | Dr. Alexander partnership discussion and business development strategy in Las Vegas |
| 2025-06-23-gary-sheng-hien-nguyen-mining-operations-follow-up | 2025-06-23 | Extended discussion about Horizon Mining Company involvement, partnership challenges, and strategic planning for Dr. Alexander collaboration |
| 2025-10-19-gary-sheng-hien-nguyen-quantum-ai-homelessness-revelation | 2025-10-19 | Profound reunion after months of crisis revealing Hien's homelessness ordeal, breakthrough quantum AI research, and Gary's healing prayer ministry |
Notes
Hien demonstrates deep expertise in healthcare technology and business development, with a strong emphasis on integrity and ethical leadership. His experiences with both success and challenges have shaped his approach to business and mentorship. His combination of medical background, tech entrepreneurship experience, and extensive network in healthcare continues to make him a valuable advisor for future collaborations. During the May 2025 conversation, he displayed enthusiasm for Gary's ventures while maintaining practical consideration of his current situation and limitations.