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Dinner Conversation with Hien Nguyen
Date: April 1, 2025 Location: Chinese Restaurant, Las Vegas Participants: Gary Sheng, Hien Nguyen
Key Topics Discussed
Personal Growth & Healing
- Discussion of Hien's use of ChatGPT for self-therapy
- Processing of childhood trauma and family dynamics
- Relationship with father and intergenerational trauma
- Journey of personal healing and value system development
Business & Professional
- Awaiting significant financial settlement
- Plans for MedTech fund in Austin
- Discussion of past business experiences and mentorship
- Interest in Gauntlet AI program participation
- Previous venture reaching $23M quarterly revenue
Relationships & Connections
- Discussion of M&D (Australian healthcare leader)
- Relationship with mentor John Weaver (deceased 2020)
- Connection to Peter Diamandis and Human Longevity Institute
- Family dynamics and healing process
Future Plans
- Potential relocation considerations
- Interest in Austin tech ecosystem
- Hawaii family reunion plans
- Regular visits to Cumans, Arizona
Technology & AI
- Discussion of AI's role in personal development
- Interest in tech innovation and healthcare
- Perspectives on current tech landscape
Values & Philosophy
- Strong emphasis on personal integrity
- Discussion of spiritual growth and healing
- Perspectives on success and ethical business practices
Action Items
- Explore potential visit to Sedona with Trish
- Consider timing for Gauntlet AI program participation
- Discuss further details about Austin MedTech opportunities
- Follow up on Hawaii reunion possibility
Notable Quotes
- "I've never stolen a thing from anyone... If I don't have it, I'll find a way to make it."
- "I'm just saying that when values are true, you know?"
- "I've been through so much, you have no idea what I've been through."
Context
This dinner conversation revealed deep insights into Hien's personal journey, business philosophy, and future aspirations. The discussion showed strong alignment in values and potential for future collaboration, particularly in the Austin tech ecosystem and healthcare innovation space.
Source: In-person dinner conversation, Las Vegas, April 1, 2025