Phillip Nguyen

Biography

From Vietnam who fled the war-torn country as a teenager, Council Member Nguyen arrived in the United States, living in a military refugee camp in Pennsylvania. There he was adopted by an American family then relocated to Florida, where he finished high school. As a young adult, he moved across the country, relocating to California in search of better job opportunities.

Council Member Nguyen has worked as a Public Accountant and Tax Consultant since 1996, and also teaches language at Temple.

He previously was an Engineer at Allen Bradley Company & Rockwell International for 10 years, and a broker/agent for NP Phillip Company in both real estate and insurance.

Council Member Nguyen has been active in public service for more than 15 years, having organized a variety of community events.

He presently serves as:

• Chairman of Garden Grove Library Committee
• Executive Committee of Orange County Library Advisory Board
• Vice President of the General Association of The Development of World Martial Arts
• Chief Editor of World Martial Arts and Literature Magazine.

Community Goal

To enhance community safety and prosperity, and promote support for local small businesses.

Education

• Santa Ana College
• California State University Long Beach

Community Service

Philip has taught, coached, and mentored local youth, as well as promoted fitness and discipline in the community.

Birthplace

Southern Republic Vietnam

Garden Grove Resident

Since 2020