# Fortune Names Vinamilk CEO Among Asia's 100 Most Powerful Women for the Third Consecutive Year

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- Published: 2026-10-14T20:52:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Marking a significant milestone
in its 50-year journey of pioneering nutritional advancements, Vietnam Dairy Products
Joint Stock Company (Vinamilk) announces that CEO Mai Kieu Lien has been honored
in Fortune’s list of [Asia’s 100 Most Powerful Women](https://fortune.com/asia/ranking/most-powerful-women-asia/)
for 2026.

Ranking 71^(st), up two places from 2025 and four from 2024, this marks her third
consecutive appearance on the prestigious list. The recognition validates Vinamilk’s
steadfast commitment to science-driven innovation and uncompromising quality, cementing
its position as a leading global dairy brand.

[⌊Fortune names Ms. Mai Kieu Lien among Asia’s 100 Most Powerful Women for the third
consecutive year⌉⌊Fortune names Ms. Mai Kieu Lien among Asia’s 100 Most Powerful
Women for the third consecutive year⌉[
Fortune names Ms. Mai Kieu Lien among Asia’s
100 Most Powerful Women for the third consecutive year

**A Legacy of Mastery and Science-Driven Innovation**

Compiled by Fortune’s editorial board, the Most Powerful Women Asia list recognizes
100 female leaders across 14 Asia-Pacific markets based on business performance,
innovation, influence, and positive social impact. For Vinamilk, this accolade is
a powerful validation of the company’s long-standing strategy of technological mastery.

Starting as a dairy engineer in 1976 when Vietnam faced severe shortages of resources,
Ms. Mai Kieu Lien’s leadership has guided Vinamilk through sweeping transformations.
From the early days of repairing equipment to keep production running, the company
has evolved to master advanced technology, raw materials, and modern production 
systems. Today, this relentless pursuit of innovation empowers Vinamilk to compete
confidently with international dairy corporations, transforming Vietnam from a nation
with milk shortages into an emerging Asian nutritional powerhouse.

[⌊From Vinamilk’s early days, Ms. Mai Kieu Lien and generations of staff and engineers
steadily mastered production despite many challenges⌉⌊From Vinamilk’s early days,
Ms. Mai Kieu Lien and generations of staff and engineers steadily mastered production
despite many challenges⌉[
From Vinamilk’s early days, Ms. Mai Kieu Lien and generations
of staff and engineers steadily mastered production despite many challenges

**Translating Leadership into Consumer Trust**

At the heart of this international recognition is a profound, nurturing commitment
to consumer well-being. Under Ms. Mai Kieu Lien’s leadership, that philosophy becomes
a tangible standard reflected in exceptional product safety and meaningful nutritional
value.

"Once food enters the body, mistakes cannot be corrected," asserts Ms. Mai Kieu 
Lien. This uncompromising belief drives Vinamilk’s strict quality control across
the entire supply chain, beginning with the expansion of dairy farming areas that
meet international standards and continuing with the modernization of advanced manufacturing
facilities. By controlling every aspect of production, the company ensures that 
every product delivers the highest nutritional value, providing parents and families
with the ultimate peace of mind.

**Elevating Vietnam’s Dairy to the Global Stage**

As Vinamilk celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026, the company’s achievements 
reflect a thriving global vision. Under Ms. Mai Kieu Lien’s stewardship, Vinamilk
products have reached 67 countries and territories over the years, with cumulative
export revenue surpassing US$3.9 billion. The company proudly ranks 36th globally
in dairy industry revenue and boasts a brand valuation of US$2.6 billion.

[⌊Ms. Mai Kieu Lien with Vinamilk’s next generation, continuing the company’s development
journey⌉⌊Ms. Mai Kieu Lien with Vinamilk’s next generation, continuing the company’s
development journey⌉[
Ms. Mai Kieu Lien with Vinamilk’s next generation, continuing
the company’s development journey

Beyond the impressive metrics, the true strength of Vinamilk lies in its people.
Ms. Mai Kieu Lien’s principles of mastery, quality, and constant adaptation have
become deeply ingrained in the organization’s DNA. As Vinamilk looks toward the 
future, this empowered next generation stands ready to continue the brand’s mission:
delivering inclusive, lifelong care and proudly serving as Vietnam’s global ambassador
in the dairy industry.

With a strong global network of partners, 16 factories, and 15 internationally certified
farms, Vinamilk integrates advanced technology across its entire supply chain to
preserve nutrition, ensure safety, and elevate product quality. Established in 1976,
Vinamilk is not only Vietnam’s No.1 dairy brand, but also ranks among the Top 36
global dairy companies by revenue and is recognized as the No.1 most promising dairy
brand in the world by Brand Finance.

For more information, please visit [www.vinamilk.com.vn/en](http://www.vinamilk.com.vn/en).

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