KALISPELL, MT, August 28, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Chi Thi Ha Tran has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Tran's career reflects a remarkable journey defined by entrepreneurship, expertise in accounting and hospitality, and a dedication to continuous learning. In her most recent role as the co-founder and chief financial officer of Mountain Prime Steakhouse, she is responsible for training managers and staff, monitoring social media and reservations, communicating strategic plans with the management team, providing feedback to employees, conducting audits and building strong connections with customers. Ms. Tran also oversees the budget, manages expenses and sales, and maintains relationships with vendors. Her leadership in this position demonstrates her commitment to operational excellence and growth within the hospitality industry.
Having launched her career in the hospitality sector in 2017 with the opening of Blue Samurai Sushi Bar & Grill in Kalispell, Montana, as its co-founder and chief financial officer, Ms. Tran had no prior experience in the restaurant industry. Proving herself successful, she proactively sought guidance from established restaurant owners and consistently applied new knowledge to enhance business operations. The establishment continues to thrive today.
Additionally, in 2019, Ms. Tran became the owner and chief financial officer of Chi Cafe LLC. She also opened Flathead Management in Kalispell in 2022 as its owner and chief financial officer. Her responsibilities have included managing finances, guiding business development and ensuring the success of each venture. More recently, Ms. Tran has served as the co-founder and chief financial officer of Games N' Taps in Kalispell since 2022. She has played a pivotal role in establishing the family fun center as part of her broader vision to foster community engagement through family-oriented businesses.
Among other entrepreneurial initiatives, Ms. Tran founded Flathead Numberkeepers LLC in Kalispell in 2018 and Samurai Staffing LLC in 2022, where she continues to offer specialized accounting and payroll services. Earlier, she became the owner and manager of TCC Investments LLC in Kalispell. Since 2015, she has been instrumental in property management and real estate investments. Her understanding of finance and operations has enabled her to diversify her business interests across several sectors.
Earlier still, Ms. Tran remained active as a freelance accountant with oDesk, now Upwork Global LLC, beginning in 2014. This experience allowed her to provide accounting services to a diverse clientele while gaining valuable insights into tax regulations and payroll processing. Ms. Tran's ability to manage multiple businesses simultaneously speaks to her ability to expand her expertise and cater to a diverse clientele.
Earlier in her career, Ms. Tran worked at JCCS PC in Kalispell as an auditor in 2015 and later as a payroll tax accountant until 2017. These roles provided foundational experience in public accounting that informed her later entrepreneurial ventures. In 2014, she gained experience as an accountant at PBX Change in the Greater Tampa Bay Area, where she developed her skills in financial management.
Ms. Tran's educational achievements have been integral to her professional success. She received a bachelor's degree in accounting from Hanoi National Economics University in Vietnam in 2008 and a Master of Business Administration in accounting and business management from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky, in 2011. To further meet requirements for professional certification, she completed post-baccalaureate accounting coursework at the University of South Florida in 2015. Ms. Tran's professional qualifications are further distinguished by a QuickBooks certification and a payroll certification from the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers in 2015. She also completed creative writing coursework at Hillsborough College. In 2017, Ms. Tran put her pursuit of the Certified Public Accountant designation and further education toward becoming a Tax Attorney on hold, choosing instead to devote her full-time efforts to building her businesses and advancing her career as an entrepreneur.
Throughout her career, Ms. Tran has demonstrated expertise in operations management, financial management and training and development. Her commitment to ongoing education is reflected by memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers. Beyond her professional pursuits, Ms. Tran is actively involved with charitable organizations supporting underprivileged children and participates regularly in local community fundraising activities.
A passion for learning has been central to Ms. Tran's approach throughout her career. She is most proud of applying new knowledge to enhance each business venture while seeking guidance from experienced professionals within the restaurant industry. Ms. Tran's ability to adapt strategies based on economic trends has contributed significantly to sustained business growth despite market fluctuations.
Having built and operated businesses from the ground up, Ms. Tran's long-term vision is to expand into healthy food manufacturing, distribution, international trade and strategic investment, with a particular interest in strengthening business relationships between the United States and Vietnam. As she transitions from day-to-day operations toward a broader role as an entrepreneur, investor and strategic business leader, she hopes to build scalable organizations, develop strong leadership teams and connect with innovative, purpose-driven entrepreneurs. She is equally committed to giving back by mentoring younger generations and sharing practical knowledge in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, leadership and personal development. Her long-term goal is to make a meaningful impact on the restaurant and hospitality industry by helping workers build greater financial security through education about savings, investments, loans, life insurance and retirement planning. Ultimately, Ms. Tran hopes to create businesses, opportunities and support systems that empower people to achieve financial independence, strengthen their families and communities, and build a better future for generations to come. Her journey reflects resilience, adaptability and an unwavering commitment to personal achievement, entrepreneurship and community enrichment.
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