E15: From Community Roots to State Leadership: A Conversation with Oregon State Rep. Daniel Nguyen

E15: From Community Roots to State Leadership: A Conversation with Oregon State Rep. Daniel Nguyen

From Working Together: Collaborating for a Future-Ready Workforce by Oregon Workforce Partnership

February 26, 2026 · 25 min

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with Oregon State Representative Daniel Nguyen about his journey and insights on leadership and economic competitiveness in Oregon.

In this episode of Working Together , we sit down with Oregon State Representative Daniel Nguyen to explore his journey from the child of refugees and small business owner to a leader in the Oregon Legislature. Drawing on his experience in entrepreneurship and public service, Representative Nguyen reflects on how representation shapes policymaking, why diversity strengthens economic outcomes, and how immigrant resilience informs his approach to leadership. The conversation also examines Oregon's economic future, and what it will take to position the state for long-term competitiveness and inclusive prosperity.

People in this episode

Guest: Daniel Nguyen

Topics covered

  • leadership
  • diversity
  • economic outcomes
  • immigrant resilience
  • public service
  • entrepreneurship

Keywords

  • Oregon State Representative
  • Daniel Nguyen
  • leadership
  • diversity
  • economic future
  • immigrant resilience
  • public service

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Oregon Legislature

Places: Oregon

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