Maureen Francisco
Maureen Francisco spent five years as a TV reporter and anchor around the country. She went on to appear on shows such as CBS’s Power of 10, hosted by Drew Carey and FOX Reality Channel’s Solitary 3.0. Perfectly comfortable before the camera, Maureen frequently appears in TV commercials, which allows her to indulge in her passion for acting. She is simultaneously expanding her range of experience in that field as the CEO and founder of MoProductions, LLC, which gives her creative talents room as host, producer, and writer. In addition, soon Maureen can add published author to her platform.
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Dream Big With Thach

Do you believe that anything is possible? Do you believe thoughts become things? Do you believe in contribution? Here is what I believe…

1. I believe that every person’s life can be better, if they have the desire for it.
2. I believe that when you take responsibility for your life, you will live life by design vs by default.
3. I believe that your level of success and happiness is in direct proportional to the number of people you serve selflessly.

The talk show will be about that. So if you believe in the same thing I believe in then vote for me and this show. I am committed to inspire and empower billions of people to reach for their dreams and see that anything is possible and by doing it in the service of others.

kaychinn Posted: Sat 7/3/2010 12:19 AM:
Thach, Thank you for being a great leader, who brings leaders beind you. You have empowered so many people in their lives and it has shown. Thank you for being a very possitive role model in our community. I look forward to many more great things from you.

easyologist Posted: Fri 7/2/2010 3:16 AM:
Hey Thach, Best wishes from Hawaii. I appreciate what you’ve done in the community. You’ve been able to touch people and get them back on to the right track to achieving dreams. Touching hearts is one of your greatest talents. If anyone has not thanked you today, I would like to say thank you for everyone. I wish you great success. Michael S.

judithgilchrist Posted: Wed 6/30/2010 4:17 PM:
Hey Thach: Brightest and Best wishes from Canada. I know that your desire to contribute comes straight from your Heart and I’m excited to see you move your dream forward on this great adventure. Enjoy the ride as you indeed change the World. Judith

BettinaCarey Posted: Wed 6/30/2010 2:16 PM:
Thach: Here’s wishing you the best in achieving your BIG dreams! You have changed many lives includng my own with your powerful message of contribution. Your inspiration, passion and heart are so big and wide that you are destined to reach billions as you dream. You have the Women in Small Biz endorsement now and forever! Bettina

RAE4112 Posted: Wed 6/30/2010 12:54 PM:
Thach, you’re really a wonderful person who is genuine real and cares about people. Its really gracious that you’re giving back to your community, and trying to inspire others to fulfill their dreams. You have this gift that was given to you and your utilizing it, that right there says alot. Thach, I wish you nothing but more success and continue to show people they can do anything they put there mind to. You’re a very strong candidate hands down GOOD LUCK!!

edofredo Posted: Tue 6/29/2010 7:38 PM:
Thach is truly a wonderful person, he gives from his heart. Helping the homeless, and motivating friends, family, and strangers to being successful and have a better quality of life. Thach you are inspirational!

earlthepearl Posted: Tue 6/29/2010 10:24 AM: Envisioning your first appearance and the crowd is on their feet!!!! Continue to believe…even for those who don’t…yet!

yolidiaz54 Posted: Mon 6/28/2010 11:32 PM:
Thach deserves to win. He does give unconditionally. I have the pleasure of knowing Thach in person and he is authentic. I wish you the best Thach. Of course you will win. Yoli

cassandrakerk Posted: Mon 6/28/2010 9:54 PM:
There is a difference between a righteous man and a good man. Thach, you are a good man and you are always known to be. Goodness goes beyond the circumference of laws, regulations and rightness. The passion and zeal to help others you display naturally is your nature. Hope Oprah and others see the goodness in you. A good man is hard to find, a righteous man is dime a dozen.

brookebanwer Posted: Mon 6/28/2010 7:54 PM:
We’re rootin’ for you Thach! – We love you! Go Thach Go!

shelleyrossi Posted: Mon 6/28/2010 7:51 PM:
Go Thach!!! I have had the extreme pleasure of working with you over the past several years and I could not be prouder of your achievements. You would be an amazing addition to Oprah’s network. Good luck, Thach!

hollace1 Posted: Mon 6/28/2010 5:38 PM:
Go Thach ! I know you are going to be the next Oprah! I believe in you!

christineatterberry Posted: Sun 6/27/2010 11:08 PM:
Thach, It has been a pleasure knowing your and your family for the past 15 years. It is our desire that your contributions bring you and your family all joy and happiness you desire. Your are such an inspiration and make the world a much better place for everyone. Continue doing the wonderful things you do for so many.

zdarabnia Posted: Sun 6/27/2010 12:40 AM:
Thach, You are Truly Inspiring. This is what I want to see and hear about. Not the Gimmicks and Characters people create for Stardom. I prefer that touch from the heart and the encouragement to improve the lives of others and empower them…This is what America should be all about…This is Reality…You are the True Star! Zenja

silentlywaiting Posted: Sat 6/26/2010 11:16 AM:
At first I was a sceptic. But, Thach, a couple years ago I saw you and Matt in Seattle. I was talked into getting up and playing the contribution game. My need was impossible. I had a family member who needed a lung transplant. Prior to playing the game, they needed $500K to cover the difference after ins, a donor of course, free housing in Seattle 90+ days post transplant (and knew 0 people), a free jet w/ pressurized cabin to handle oxygen tanks, free fuel, free pilot. I have always lived w/ the pressure of having to “earn” it. I spoke my need anonomously of course, and received the housing at the 1st break. Their fuel, multiple jets and pilots from our hometown were offered in 72 hours and only 1 person knew my secret. The money didn’t come the way I expected. A 2nd group ins policy was offered for the 1st and only time thru her work. The donor and successful surgery came within the year. A little girl has her daddy tomorrow at her birthday party. Thanks Thach. I believe. You rock because you are real. Stay connected. You always said someday you’d be on Oprah! lol…

mardiboett Posted: Sat 6/26/2010 8:18 AM:
I saw Thach speak at a real estate seminar and the participants were moved to tears with the positive energy he evoked. I was so thrilled to see how he has integrated the principles of spiritual living with a business that is often far from spritually oriented. He is truly “living his best life” and helping others to do the same. He embodies your mission and vision for helping others and would be a great asset to your progamming.

stacialoo Posted: Sat 6/26/2010 2:08 AM:
I believe in you! I can visualize it right now, we are already there.

musicalvoice Posted: Sat 6/26/2010 2:01 AM:
I practiced The Gift of selfless giving today and this week-what a difference it makes in being connected on a real level . Thanks for your candor, your accessibility and your authenticity Thach. You matter, thanks for helping us take it to another level. Lydia

TheRealTeddyLim Posted: Sat 6/26/2010 1:30 AM:
Oprah, you’ve gotta to go and meet the Mayor of Seattle, Thach Nguyen! He has done so much for the community in so many countless ways that thousands of Seattle’s residents have been touched by this gentleman’s efforts in one form or another and they don’t even know it! My friend Thach is also oozing with charisma that is something that you can’t really fake – either you have it or you don’t. He has been the embodiment of living a life of unconditional contribution & who’s life purpose of inspiring & empowering billions of people around the world, directly reflect the essence of your message & his show will prove to everybody around the world once & for all, that dreams do come true.

debivanoff Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 11:58 PM:
I’m so excited for you Thach. No one deserves this more than you! And you are 100% correct, you are already living this life of exponential contribution…and helping others attain their largest life dreams. Way to go! Deborah

4tamitha Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 10:58 PM:
You deserve it friend! After all you have done for me… i know no one that would be better for this job! make a difference. You inspire me!

rbalcom Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 10:43 PM:
Thach, I believe in you and know that you are going to do this.!You are a true inpsiration to me!!! Go GO GO

debbiemartin7 Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 9:41 PM:
Hey Thach, I support you all the way! You are an amazing example of generosity and creating a new life beyond your wildest dreams!

goThachgo Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 7:42 PM:
Thach, you knock my socks off!! I am going to stand back, watch you go and cheer you on every step of the way. dj

Ronp Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 7:35 PM:
Hey brother! Your message, beliefs, and vision harmonize with Oprah’s life work and her next chapter to impact our world in a new way. You’ re a natural fit for her new venture. Enjoy your journey as you allow your vision to take flight!

stepintoflow Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 6:53 PM:
I would be so proud to see you have your own show, my friend. It has been a long time, but I have always carried your bold statement, when you looked me right in the eye and told me to not only max out my business goal, but multiply it by ten. I’m behind you! Win!

caat16 Posted: Fri 6/25/2010 6:38 PM:
Thach – Can’t wait to see you there! Dream Big!!!!

Thach Nguyen Honored at NW Asian Weekly Top Contributors to the Asian Community
Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 at 6 p.m. ▪ 6-6:45 p.m., No-host Cocktails ▪ 6:45 p.m. Dinner
House of Hong Restaurant ▪ 409 8th Ave. S., Seattle

All of the Honoree’s were asked a question. Thach Nguyen’s Question was What was the Two defining moments of your life that has completely shaped your career or personal life?

Through the law of contribution or what is called ‘The Gift,’ Thach Nguyen empowers people around him by giving them the tools they need to achieve their own dreams.

Christine Umayam, Q13 FOX News Web Reporter – May 11, 2010

SEATTLE – It’s a story that can only happen in America. A young boy arrives in this country as a refugee from Vietnam during the fall of Saigon.

His family lived in homeless shelters for a time. And now he’s a millionaire in the real estate game — and a motivational speaker affecting the lives of thousands.

Through the “Law of Contribution” or what is called ‘The Gift,’ Thach Nguyen empowers people around him by giving them the tools they need to achieve their own dreams.

Nguyen, along with three founders of ‘The Gift,’ are helping people by teaching them a few simple steps:

1- Getting to know someone and their interests, what they need to achieve their goals 2- Listening 3- Giving and contributing to that person 4- Feeling the fulfillment of giving

‘The Gift Live’ will have a seminar on Friday, May 14th, where hundreds of people will give ‘The Gift’ to others.

Several links to get you connected with ‘The Gift’:

The Gift: Give The Gift Today

The Practice of Giving Unconditionally and Unwrapping

Your Own Personal Success

Seattle, WA- Create more money and expand your network of friends by practicing the art of giving unconditionally to others. Some call it selfless service. Others call it random acts of kindness. Whatever you call it, billions are practicing giving The Gift.

The Gift is the process in which and individual connects deeply with others, discovers what their goals and aspirations are, and tries to help them achieve it. It’s something we all have done for our close friends, but The Gift teaches us that this philosophy of listening and contributing to the success of others can be applied to all our interactions, even with strangers.

The idea of what goes around, comes around, is not new. The Gift is based on the law of contribution, which states that the level of one’s happiness and success in life is directly proportional to the number of people they serve selflessly.

Learning about The Law of Contribution is easy. Networking-like events are held where people have the opportunity to give The Gift. During the mini conversations, attendees are encouraged to look at the person they just met and think about how they can contribute to them.

Contribution can be an idea, an insight, an introduction or more importantly, it can be simply listening and acknowledging what others are up to is valuable and important, says Thach Nguyen, on of the co-founders. In 2008, Nguyen created the Contribution Networking Party as an alternative to “what’s in it for me” networking.

Today, renamed and refocused to make an even bigger difference on individual’s lives, The Gift comes at a crucial time in our society, where people are struggling to find jobs, refocusing their professional goals and in constant competition with their colleagues. The Gift teaches us to take a different approach to dealing with current times by planting seeds, investing in others, and in turn, investing in ourselves.

Learn how to give The Gift today. For more information about The Gift and future events visit, www.givethegifttoday.com.

About the Founders

Unified by their passion for The Law of Contribution, The Gift is founded by four visionary entrepreneurs. Marc Sachnoff is an Emmy nominated entertainment industry veteran; Thach Nguyen is a realtor, developer and philanthropist; Kristen Marie Schuerlein is a vision translator of brands and businesses, and Matthew Ferry is a global thought leader in personal transformation.

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Posted on 12 August 2009

Thach Nguyen (center, wearing a suit) with Helping Link’s students from its youth leadership program (Photo by George Liu/NWAW)

By Assunta Ng
Northwest Asian Weekly

Many people give, but only do so with strings attached. These thoughts may sound familiar:

“The more I get acknowledged in public, the more I will give.”

“I jump on the bandwagon when the rich and powerful in the room are giving.”

“I give when I get VIP treatment (like sitting next to big shots or at the head table) at charity events.”

“I give when my business gets returns from the investment I make.”

“I give because my friends ask me to. Usually, my giving has nothing to do with believing in the cause.”

“I’ll give when I become rich.”

Thach Nguyen, a philanthropist and multi-millionaire developer, recognizes these obstacles in giving to the Asian community. His dream is to shatter barriers and inspire donors to give unconditionally.

Nguyen is developing a plan to do this. Among his circle of friends, Nguyen said he could only name one who gives altruistically.

“That’s Jerry Lee, a role model in our community,” Nguyen said. Lee, a philanthropist and chairman of Mulvanny G2 Architecture, is involved in multiple causes in Seattle.

Thach Nguyen with Helping Link Executive Director Minh-Duc Nguyen (Photo by George Liu/NWAW)

Why he gives during a recession

“When I become rich, I’ll give.” This is an excuse that Nguyen observes in many people.

In response, he asks, “What if you died before you got rich?” adding that people should give regardless of their wealth.

“Even if you have lost your job or [experienced] a big salary cut,” Nguyen said, “the last thing you should do is feel sorry for yourself.

The only way to move fear and doubt out of you is to help someone. If you want to feel better, find someone who is worse [off] than you are and help him. The more you close yourself [off], themore you close yourself to possibilities.”

Nguyen cited the book “Law of Attraction” by Michael Losier and said fear paralyzes people and keeps them from seeing the possibilities. Good things come about when people are free of anxiety, anger, frustration, and desperation.

Nguyen says that feeling relaxed and grateful allows someone to think clearly and see what’s beyond the horizon.

Nguyen recalls one of his apartment projects collapsing due to the economic recession. Instead of becoming consumed with stress, he helped others.

He feels hopeful and keeps an open mind. Nguyen helps many homeless families and first-time home buyers. Nguyen is on the First Place School Board, a school that teaches students from homeless families. He frequently holds free seminars for these families and has already placed some in homes through his programs.

How he gives

When most donors are asked to help, the story ends when they sign a check to support a cause. For Nguyen, it’s just the beginning. His current project is to support Helping Link’s 16th anniversary and a fundraising dinner on Aug. 22 at a waterfront home that has won numerous awards for its architecture.

Nguyen quickly mobilized his friends to be the event’s table captains. In less than two hours, after agreeing to aid Helping Link, he visited Northwest Asian Weekly and other community newspapers’ offices to lobby for support and buy advertisements for the event.

A man of action, Nguyen is creating a documentary and writing a book to inspire the spirit of giving. Besides his commitment to supporting many organizations, he has built a network of other contributors by running events and motivational seminars, as well as speaking for many organizations.

Some of the events he has contributed to had 1,000 attendees.  It’s intense. The events create effective networking and is testament to Nguyen’s strength in organizing.

His inspiration

Nguyen doesn’t want to give back merely because of his fortune. During the Vietnam War, he and his family came to the United States with nothing. His eyes well up as he talks about his family’s escape. Nguyen and his family escaped Vietnam as the last passengers on the last U.S. plane leaving the country.

A white sponsor supported his family during his early years. He vowed to give back out of gratitude.

Three years ago, Nguyen learned that his father had often helped orphanages. To honor him, Nguyen supports Vietnamese children. Helping Link helps Vietnamese kids, in addition to other services and language classes that help refugees and immigrants integrate into Western culture.

Nguyen’s dad, Nhon was a social worker for the State Department of Social and Health Services ,and a well-known giver and mentor in the Vietnamese community. According to Helping Link Executive Director Minh Duc Nguyen (unrelated to Thach Nguyen), Nhon often gave his own money to clients during emergencies.

“By the time the state processed the money, it would be too late [for these people],” she said. “We are passing the torch to Thach and the younger generation.” ♦

Nguyen will speak on his vision of giving back at Helping Link’s networking event.

Assunta Ng can be reached at assunta@nwasianweekly.com.
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THACH NGUYEN is a real estate developer, investor and motivational speaker. He can be reached at Thachnmail@yahoo.com.

Last updated 1-22-09 at 8:13 p.m.

Realtor, developer, and philanthropist Thach Nguyen is launching a plan to stimulate the local economy and help first-time home buyers back into the real estate market.

Realizing that home sales have a ripple effect on the economy, Nguyen has partnered with companies offering incentive savings of more than $1,500 on products and services for home buyers. In addition to working with Bank of America, companies jumping on board include:
Banwer Transfer: $150 savings on a move
Lowes: 10 percent off purchases
Stu Anderson: $150 off a home inspection.
Sound Oil: 50 gallons of free heating oil, plus $100 in warranty savings.

Nguyen will unveil additional incentives at his first-ever home buying seminar Jan. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Jefferson Community Center, 3801 Beacon Ave. S., Seattle. He will also give away hundreds of dollars worth of gift cards and other services at the seminar.

“When someone buys a home, they often purchase a number of other services and products,” Nguyen said. “Not only do the buyers benefit, but all of these companies — which may be suffering during the sluggish real estate market — are able to increase their revenues as well.”

“With record low interest rates and bargain prices, now is a great time to buy a home,” he added. “Buyers shouldn’t be paralyzed by fear but realize their homes will be worth more in the future. A down market allowed me to buy 18 houses from 1999 to 2003. Their market value shot up from about $3 million to more than $5.5 million today — despite the price correction.” (end)

For more information, contact Thach Nguyen at 206-334-8773, thachn@johnlscott.com, or visit thachnguyen.com.

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Saturday, January 03, 2009
U.S., NORTHWEST: Nguyen’s Contribution Networking Party is a Beacon of Light
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By Lori Richardson Northwest Bureau Chief (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Alaska)

“Everyone in the world has a purpose in life, ” says self-made millionaire Thach Nguyen. Born in Vietnam, when Saigon fell in 1974, he left with his family for their lives and ended up in Seattle.
As a successful realtor and philanthropist, Nguyen is committed to helping those less-fortunate and has worked on many initiatives such as renting to formerly homeless people, and helping them become home owners.

CBS Early Show profiled Thach and the story is extremely uplifting.

In the last year or so, Thach has broadened his targets, helping anyone interested in learning how to become more successful through connecting to others. He and Matthew Ferry have a process called the Contribution Game, and Thach now holds events in the Pacific Northwest called, Contribution Networking Parties.

Thach told me in an interview that there are mainly just two ways that the millionaires he’s interviewed have operated – either forcefully or in an inspired manner.

Forceful people push their way toward their own goalposts. We all know these people – they believe in success at any price, and that it is all about the end result and not the means.
Inspired successes work in another manner. They know that no one rises on their own, and that one can support others while still focusing on their own dreams. They know that “fear attracts fear” and abundance and playing big is where it’s at. True successful people have advocates, supporters, believers, and followers.

At Contribution Networking parties (called CNP), hundreds of people learn how to play The Contribution Game. You can too.

Instead of pitching your own agenda, the vision of The Contribution Game is to start by advocating on behalf of others for what they need, and amazing things will happen to you. The game is explained, and then everyone is broken out into groups. The event is exciting, fun, and so much is available to those who are open to it rather than self-focused.

I love what Thach is doing here in the Northwest because that has been my philosophy in connecting others to what they need, and by having that frame of mind – in fact LEADING with that frame of mind, I’ve seen the most wonderful things happen in my own life, as well as those I’ve chosen to be around. It’s great to see this process getting media attention and gaining steam.

Take a look at what The Contribution Game is doing to play big, and anyone can join the online Contribution Networking Community regardless of where you are located.

Thach Nguyen is someone to closely watch – he is playing big, and helping thousands as he works toward his goal of giving back.

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