James Nguyen
CEO/ Chairman of the Board

ImageIn addition to a double major in Marketing and Finance, Mr. Nguyen has more than 15 years of experience in directing and improving the performance of business operations in various industries including banking, financial services, real-estate, and business developrnent. Over the past 10 years, Mr. Nguyen has trained and developed over 100 successful business entrepreneurs.
 
Keith Truong
President / Member of the Board of Directors

ImageMr. Truong has over 20 years of experience in Business Development. Mr. Truong has a doctorate degree in psychology and human behavioral management. He also chairs many philanthropic organizations to support the international communities regarding social and educational development.
 
Paul Ta
Executive VP / Member of the Board of Directors

ImageMr. Paul Ta has almost 30 years experience as a developer of real estate projects in the US and Asia.  His expertise is in all phases of real estate development, from purchasing of raw land to finished products, financing packages, lender and loan negotiations, planning and construction project management, residential, commercial, retail, industrial parks, export processing zones, hotel and office buildings.

Mr. Paul Ta holds a Master Degree in Industrial Management from the University of Dallas , and has been listed as a Member in the National Register’s WHO’s WHO in Executives and Professionals 2005-2006.

Mr. Paul Ta has also been affiliated with many professional organizations such as:
  •     National Association of Home Builders
  •     Texas Builders Association
  •     Greater Houston Builders Association
  •     California Building Industry Association
  •     Hawaii Building Industry Association
  •     International Council of Shopping Centers
 

Vince Nguyen
VP Marketing & Sales

 With 15 years of experience in real estate investment, international public relations, mergers and  acquisitions, and venture capital. Prior to joining GBI, Mr. Nguyen has assisted individuals and corporations obtain domestic and international financing for their real estate acquisitions. Currently, he also serves as CEO and President of Equity Properties International, Inc., a real estate investment and services company. Mr. Nguyen holds a master's degree in business administration.

 

Philip Le
VP Planning, Design, & Construction

ImageOver 30 years experience in Architectural Development Planning, Design and Construction.  Recipient of many prestigious awards, including the Prism Award in Design from GHBA and Prism Award in landscaping Design. Mr. Le is a professional registered builder in the US.  He graduated with a Master Degree in Architecture.  Prior to joining GBI, Mr. Le was Founder-President of Le Group Architects with projects in the US, Europe and Asia.
 

Terry Norwood
Marketing / Sales Consultant

ImageA graduate of Stephen F. Austin University, Mr. Norwood has extensive experience in homebuilding, real estate and mortgage lending.  He started with one of Houston’s largest builders and worked his way from Construction Trainee to President with responsibility for all company activities until the company was sold.  Mr. Norwood founded and managed a real estate brokerage and investment company.  Mr. Norwood was invited to join a mortgage banking firm where he streamlined departments to work more effectively, increased revenues and developed new business.  His personal loan pipeline was $52 million before he resigned to pursue new business opportunities.
 

Stephanie Martin
Sales Manager

ImageAs Executive Assistant to GBI President, Miss Martin has 15 years Administrative experience in customer relations.  Her experience includes directing / coordinating office services, and serving as administrative support for all departments.
 

Ann Cheng
Director of Marketing, ASIA

ImageOver 12 years of experience as an entrepreneur in marketing, consulting and real estate.  She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Guangxi in China and a MBA in Finance and Marketing from the University of St. Thomas.  She has traveled worldwide as a delegation member of The Greater Houston Partnership, Houston International Festival and Mayor Bill White’s Office.
 
Angela Wang
Assistant Director of Marketing

ImageMrs. Wang has an MBA degree from Mendoza Business Scholl of University of Notre Dame at South Bend, Indiana, USA and a BS degree in Chemistry from Ocean University of China. She has 4 years experience in General Trade Union with the government and foreign companies in China.  She is interested in global marketing with emphasis in Asia/China.
 
Phylis Gilbert
Executive Assistant / Office Manager

ImageMiss Gilbert has over 25 years of diverse experience in a variety of fields.  She served as the Media Director/PR Manager for a Houston based advertising/public relations agency that specializes in commercial/residential developments.  Miss Gilbert also has accounting experience with pipeline construction, building, and non-profit organizations.