NEWPORT BEACH CA- June 25, 2008- The Vietnamese American National Gala™ (VANG™) announces that it will commemorate its 5th year anniversary by hosting its biennial celebration of Vietnamese Americans in Los Angeles, California from May 22-24, 2009. VANG™ embraces Vietnamese American heritage and pride by bringing together hundreds of Vietnamese American luminaries, including elected officials, corporate sponsors, influential community and business leaders– all who come together to share one common vision: To honor America's best and brightest. The event will culminate with the highly anticipated annual Oscar®-like black-tie Gala, which this year take's place at the prestigious Beverly Hills Hilton, home to the Golden Globe® Awards.

VANG™ has elected John D. Tran as its 2009 Executive Director, managing this year's festivities and Gala event. Mr. Tran also serves as VANG's General Counsel. "I am honored and privileged to serve as VANG's 2008 executive director and appreciate the opportunity to work with such a talented and dedicated group of volunteers and leaders nationwide. As a team, we look forward to continuing and celebrating the history and vision that VANG so passionately champions" states John D. Tran.

Professionally, Mr. Tran is a founding partner at the law firm of Buus Kim Kuo & Tran LLP ("BKKT"), a full service business law firm, which was named one of the top patent & trademark firms in the nation for 2008.

VANG™ 2009 is held in conjunction with the Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, a month-long celebration in May, which honors the achievements of Asian Pacific Americans and recognizes their contributions to America.