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Truong Phu Thien

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Freelance Writer at Freelance
📍 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

With over two decades in the coffee industry, Truong Phu Thien has journeyed from a hands-on Factory Manager at Highlands Coffee to a respected author, educator, and "Coffee Philosopher. " His engineering background underpins his expertise in operations and sustainable, ethical business practices, which he now shares through his writing and mentorship.

Beyond his professional life, Truong is a philosopher at heart, dedicated to inspiring young minds and exploring the intersection of human insight and technology. He is a published author of several books on Vietnamese coffee, culture, and personal growth, viewing his work as a sacred calling to share wisdom.

He uniquely blends deep technical expertise in factory management systems like ISO 22000 and Six Sigma with a profound, philosophical approach to his work and life.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Freelance Writer
Location
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Coffee Sustainability
He has over 20 years of experience in the coffee industry and has built his current philosophy on five pillars of sustainability: nature, people, economy, culture, and community.
Ethical Business
A core theme in his work, he advocates for creating ethical coffee products and services, drawing from his extensive background in managing production and supply chains.
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Career

Work history

2-2025
Freelance Writer
Freelance
1-2013 - 9-2024
Factory Manager
Viet Thai International" Highlands coffee"
9-2008 - 12-2012
Production Manager
Viet Thai International" Highlands coffee"
12-2003 - 1-2006
Factory Manager
Tien Phat Company LTD
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Education
1997 - 2002
Engineer
University of Technology and Education
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