PBN 40 UNDER FORTY 2020 AWARD WINNER Tuan Dang, 33 | Director of corporate finance, International Game Technology PLC
How has COVID-19 impacted your work-life balance? It was challenging in the beginning with the disruption in normal routines. Given its impact on our business, the demands on finance were greater than ever before. As a result, the lines separating work and home life were blurred for a while. Things are still a little crazy at work at times, but I’ve developed a routine where work-life balance has definitely improved.
Where do you see yourself in five years? My goal is to become a vice president in finance or corporate development in a technology company before turning 40.
What advice would you give your 22-year-old self? Don’t worry about taking risks or making mistakes; it really is the best way to learn.
What is your favorite Rhode Island food or drink? Clam cakes and chowder absolutely tops the list, but New York System is also a solid option for certain hours of the night.
Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics or Bruins? Celtics.
Fox or MSNBC? Neither. CNBC.
The prop: The M&A deal “tombstone,” battle rope and Champagne bottle represent the attitudes Tuan Dang takes toward life: Work hard to achieve your goals while making sure to take care of yourself and to always have fun.
