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8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Friday 31 July 2026
Melbourne Auditorium, Level 8, Swinburne Vietnam, A35 Bach Dang Street, Tan Son Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Communovate Conference 2026 is Swinburne Vietnam's flagship industry–academic conference dedicated to exploring how emerging technologies are transforming the future of media and communication.

Bringing together industry leaders, communication professionals, creative agencies, digital platforms, academics, and students, the conference provides an inspiring platform to exchange ideas, bridge theory with practice, and prepare the next generation of communication professionals for an AI-driven future.

Under the theme "Emerging Technologies & The Future of Media & Communication", participants will explore how Artificial Intelligence, data-driven communication, digital ecosystems, content innovation, and new technologies are reshaping media businesses, creative industries, branding, advertising, and future communication careers.

Through keynote presentations, industry case studies, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, Communovate Conference 2026 aims to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry while equipping students with the skills and mindset needed for tomorrow's communication landscape.

WELCOME TO COMMUNOVATE CONFERENCE 2026

COMMUNOVATE IS DESIGNED FOR

Industry Professionals
Share practical insights, showcase emerging technologies, and connect with future communication talent.
Academics & Researchers
Bridge academic research with industry practice while exploring future directions in communication education.
Creative Agencies & Media Organizations
Exchange ideas on innovation, digital transformation, audience engagement, and talent development.
Communication & Marketing Leaders
Discuss strategic responses to technological disruption and future business models.
Students
Discover future career opportunities in media, communication, marketing, advertising, PR, digital media, content creation, and creative industries.

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

Learn from Industry Leaders
Hear directly from executives, creative directors, platform specialists, communication strategists, and technology experts.
Understand Emerging Technologies
Explore how Artificial Intelligence, automation, machine learning, creator economy, data analytics, and digital platforms are transforming communication industries.
Bridge Academia and Industry
Experience collaborative sessions delivered by Swinburne lecturers together with leading industry practitioners.
Prepare for Future Careers
Discover the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to remain competitive in an AI-powered communication industry.
Expand Your Professional Network
Meet communication professionals, media organizations, agencies, lecturers, researchers, and fellow students.

CONFERENCE THEMES

How emerging technologies are reshaping communication, PR, advertising, and media business models.
Communication Industry in the Age of AI
Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, automation, and data analytics driving innovation and competitive advantage.
Technological Transformation Across Media Industries
Generative AI, immersive experiences, digital storytelling, branding, and creative production in a digital-first world.
The Evolution of Content & Creativity
Platform algorithms, creator economy, audience engagement, social media evolution, and digital communities.
The New Digital & Social Ecosystem
Human creativity, critical thinking, strategic communication, emotional intelligence, and the future workforce.
Future Career Readiness

ENGAGE WITH DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS & INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Communovate Conference 2026 features an outstanding lineup of Swinburne leadership, academic experts, and senior professionals from Vietnam's leading communication, media, advertising, and technology organizations.

Dr. David Hoang

Director, FPT International Institute
Director, Swinburne Vietnam



Mr. Anthony Le

Dean of Media & Communication Faculty, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Dr. Ngo Bich Ngoc

Dean of Media & Communication Faculty, Swinburne Vietnam, Hanoi Location

Ms. Truc Do

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Ms. Giang Bui

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Mr. Chau Pham

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location
Founder & CEO,
Ivy+ Partners

Mr. Duy Tran

Marketing Communications Director, KMS Technology 

Ms. Ivy Nhi Chau

Ms. Phuong Nguyen

Managing Director, 
Markitech Agency [Admicro]

Mr. Hai Do

Country Manager, Ematic Solutions

Ms. Uyen Do

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Ms. Huong Nguyen

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Time

Session

09:40 – 10:00

Topic: The Future of Digital Advertising in the AI Era
Speaker: Ms. Phuong Nguyen - Managing Director, 
Markitech Agency [Admicro]

09:20 – 09:40

Topic: AI-First & Human-Sensed in B2B Marketing Communications Workflows
Speaker: Mr. Duy Tran - Marketing Communications Director, KMS Technology 

09:00 – 09:20

Topic: Communication Industry in Vietnam: Navigating Technological Disruption
Speakers: Ms. Uyen Do & Mr. Chau Pham - Media & Communication Lecturers, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

08:40 – 09:00

Opening Keynote: AI, Multimedia Storytelling, and the Future of Knowledge Sharing
Speaker: Dr. Ngo Bich Ngoc - Dean of Media & Communication Faculty, Swinburne Vietnam, Hanoi Location

08:35 – 08:40

Welcome Remarks
Speaker: Mr. Anthony Le - Dean of Media & Communication Faculty, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

08:30 – 08:35

Opening Remarks 
Speaker: Dr. Ngo Bich Ngoc - Dean of Media & Communication Faculty, Swinburne Vietnam, Hanoi Location

08:00 – 08:30

Registration & Networking

10:00 – 10:20

Topic: The New Era of Storytelling: How AI Amplify (Not Replace) the Human Touch in PR & Integrated Communications
Speaker: Ms. Ivy Nhi Chau - Founder & CEO,
Ivy+ Partners

11:50 – 12:00

Closing Remarks

11:20 – 11:50

Panel Discussion: Preparing for the AI-Driven Communication Industry
Moderator: Ms. Quyen Luu - Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location 
Panelists:
- Ms. Phuong Nguyen - Managing Director, 
Markitech Agency [Admicro
- Ms. Ivy Nhi Chau - Founder & CEO,
Ivy+ Partners
- Mr. Duy Tran - Marketing Communications Director, KMS Technology 
- Mr. Hai Do - Country Manager, Ematic Solutions

11:00 - 11:20

Topic: The Human Edge: Building a Career AI Can't Automate
Speakers: Mr. Hai Do - Country Manager, Ematic Solutions & Ms. Giang Bui - Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location 

10:40 - 11:00

Topic: Future-Proofing Yourself in an AI World: Beyond Skills, Towards Alignment
Speakers: Ms. Huong Nguyen & Ms. Truc Do - Media & Communication Lecturers, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location 

10:20 – 10:40

Networking Coffee Break

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

General
Chair
Conference
Chair

Dr. David Hoang

Director, Swinburne Vietnam

Mr. Anthony Le

Dean of Media & Communication Faculty, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location
Organizing Committee

Dr. Ngo Bich Ngoc

Dean of Media & Communication Faculty, Swinburne Vietnam, Hanoi Location

Mr. Chau Pham

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Ms. Truc Do

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Ms. Uyen Do

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Ms. Huong Nguyen

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location

Ms. Giang Bui

Media & Communication Lecturer, Swinburne Vietnam, HCMC Location
For nearly two decades, Swinburne has delivered internationally recognised education while connecting students with industry through innovation, entrepreneurship, and practical learning experiences. Communovate Conference represents Swinburne Vietnam's commitment to building stronger collaboration between academia and industry while preparing graduates for the future of media and communication.

HOSTING ORGANIZATION

Swinburne Vietnam is an international alliance programme between Swinburne University of Technology (Australia) and FPT University (Vietnam).

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