In this episode of 'Coming to America', the podcast discusses the inspiring journey of Jack Phan, who came to the U.S. from Vietnam in 1978. Jack is a serial entrepreneur, startup mentor, and investor based in the Portland metro area. He shares his family's harrowing escape during the Vietnam War, his experiences growing up in America, and his entrepreneurial success, including leading an AI SaaS company and currently building 'Evolve IQ'. Jack emphasizes the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit of Vietnamese immigrants and how his background has influenced his work. The conversation also explores the integration and lively stories of Vietnamese communities in various parts of the world and their significant contributions to local economies through various businesses.
Jack Phan came to the U.S. from Vietnam in 1978 and has built a career as a serial entrepreneur, startup mentor, investor, and entrepreneur-in-residence in the Portland metro area. He’s the former CEO of an AI SaaS company and is currently building EvolveIQ, a platform designed to help early-stage founders launch and grow their startups. Jack lives in Vancouver, WA with his wife, two daughters, and two dogs. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, playing music, and building his digital AI twin.