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Dear NAAAP members, sponsors, and supporters: Welcome to the 2013 National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) International Convention Career Fair & Diversity Expo taking place at the Sheraton Centre in Toronto ON, Canada on August 8-10, 2013. Each year, we strive to provide innovative training and valuable experiences to our attendees, and we believe that you will be particularly pleased with and motivated by this year’s inspirational speakers, thought-provoking panels, and enjoyable events. Some highlights of the convention are the Diversity Career Fair, leadership development workshops tailored to Asian professionals and diversity organizations, and networking opportunities with Asian professionals across North America. We’ve gathered a group of esteemed North American Asian professionals as major speakers and will be honoring several more in our NAAAP 100 Leadership Excellence Award program Friday evening. For over 30 years, NAAAP has been the premier leadership organization for Asian professionals in North America. Our mission is to cultivate and empower leaders, connect accomplished professionals, engage with the community, and inspire members to make a meaningful difference. We continue to work with strategic partners and various ethnic and mainstream organizations to create more value, influence, and recognition for our members and sponsors. We would like to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to the NAAAP National Board of Directors, National Administration, National Senior Advisory Council, the all-volunteer convention planning team, and our host for this year’s convention, the Toronto chapter of NAAAP. This year’s convention would not be possible without our generous sponsors, community partners, speakers, and volunteers, who continue to promote the work of this great organization. We hope that your time at this year’s NAAAP International Convention provides you with learning experiences and connections to enhance your own success. When the convention comes to an end, we also encourage you to get involved with your nearest local NAAAP chapter. We have a presence in almost 30 cities across North America. Best regards,

Tommy Yip National President & CEO

Rose Olea National chairwoman

August 2013 Toronto Ontario Canada Dear NAAAP Convention Delegates, sponsors, members and visitors, For the second time in a decade, the annual NAAAP Convention has arrived in Toronto, Ontario Canada! Bringing together members, sponsors, community partners, friends and supporters from across two countries and four time zones, the annual NAAAP Convention is the absolute highlight of the NAAAP leadership experience. Delegates and guests can look forward to 3 outstanding days of high energy activities combining for an ideal stage to nurture your networks, cultivate new business relationships and strengthen strategic partnerships, as well as actively connect with recruiters, corporate and community leaders. Featuring the sensational career fair in combination with a broad selection of thought-provoking and inspirational workshops, you’ll be empowered with valuable insight and tools to help advance your career, expand your professional development horizons and forge new opportunities. A vibrant and multi-cultural city that is known for being a community of communities, Toronto is the largest city in Canada and ranks amongst the world’s most diverse. With an eclectic mix of culture, history and renowned selection of restaurants and entertainment in the city, the National Convention Team and the Local Convention Organizing Committee is thoroughly excited to give you an authentic taste of Asian Canadian hospitality. We are truly honoured to be your convention host… but it is you - NAAAP leaders, NAAAP members, corporate and community partners, scores of volunteers and friends of NAAAP who hail from every corner in the United States and Canada - that make the NAAAP Convention extra special and a truly remarkable event spotlighting our mutual quest of continually exploring and developing the potential in ourselves and in our communities. Bienvenue à Toronto ... and look forward to sharing a memorable experience that will last a lifetime!

Warm regards,

Kevin Yee National Convention Director

Ben Hum NAAAP Toronto Chapter President

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using this document This program book has been designed for your convenience. Use it as a companion for your NAAAP experience. Each section is colour-coded for quick browsing. For full, up-to-date details, visit naaapconvention.org. Join the conversation with #NAAAP13 on social networks!

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The Senate of Canada

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Ottawa, Ontario

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August 9, 2013

A Message from Senator Victor Oh

On behalf of the Senate of Canada, I would like to extend my warmest greetings to everyone attending the 31st Annual International Leadership Convention, Career Fair & Diversity Expo, proudly organized by the North American Association of Asian Professionals.

NAAAP has grown over the years to become a leading organization in North America. The international convention speaks to the strength and diversity of this organization, bringing together Asian professionals from various levels of education, professional and business backgrounds. Leaders from all over this vast continent gather to share knowledge and information that are essential to building a better society. Drawing on the collective expertise and experiences of like-minded individuals who always think outside the box, the NAAAP has successfully created a professional network that fosters positive change for all. I would like to commend NAAAP for its remarkable achievements in cultivating the next generation of leaders through professional development, community service and networking. I also wish to thank all of the sponsors, Convention Committee members, staff and volunteers, whose tireless efforts ensure the success of this important annual event. Please accept my best wishes for a memorable and productive convention.

Sincerely,

The Honourable Victor Oh Senator 8

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A PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM THE PREMIER On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I am delighted to extend warm greetings to everyone attending the Annual International Leadership Convention, Career Fair and Diversity Expo of the North American Association of Asian Professionals (NAAAP). I offer a special welcome to all the participants who have made the journey to Toronto — our province’s vibrant capital — to take part in this event. Ontario is proud to be home to a large and dynamic Asian Canadian community — a community that has contributed immensely to the social, cultural and economic life of our province. Within the context of this much-anticipated convention, I would like to acknowledge Canadians of Asian heritage for strengthening our society through their professional achievements and leadership. I commend NAAAP for giving both the global Asian community and Asian Canadians the opportunity to further hone leadership skills, discuss workplace diversity and propose strategies for career advancement. This convention also celebrates leadership excellence through the NAAAP 100 Recognition Program — and I would like to congratulate all those who are being honoured this year. Please accept my best wishes for a productive and memorable convention.

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convention at a glance Thursday, August 8 Time

Workshop Name

Presenters

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9:00 - 10:30 AM

Setting up a Run-Rate Sales Team

Marco Mo

Osgoode West

11:00 - 12:30 PM

Launching a New Venture - Sun Tzu Style

Kenneth Lo

Osgoode West

1:30 - 3:00 PM

Talent Cultivation 2013

Lisa Strack Luke Howarth Jiate Zhang Stephen Chan Grace Kiem

Osgoode West

4:00 - 5:30 PM

The Legal ABCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Starting or Acquiring a Business

Brendan Wong David Ma Vanessa Ibe

Osgoode West

5:30 - 7:00 PM

VIP & Welcome Reception

By invite only

Willow Room

Friday, August 9 Time

Workshop Name

Presenters

Location

7:00 - 7:35 AM

Zumba: Easy to Follow Dance Fitness (Presented by Coca-Cola (Wear your fitness gear!)

Arlene Paraiso Jesslyna Rozario

VIP Room

7:35 - 7:45 AM

10 Minute Trainer Workout Presented by CocaCola (Wear your fitness gear!)

Arlene Paraiso

VIP Room

8:00 - 8:45 AM

Registration, Breakfast & Networking (cosponsored by millercoors)

Open to All

vide Foyer

8:45 - 10:00 AM

Communication with Power: Lessons From Improv Theater

Matthew Akana Annie Huynh Jiate Zhang

Sheraton Hall A/B

8:45 - 10:00 AM

Self-Conciousness, Communications, and Acting

James Cheng

Sheraton Hall C

10:15 - 11:30 AM

The Business of Body Language: Effective Communication for Women

Andrea Mapili

Sheraton Hall A/B

10:15 - 11:30 AM

What is EQ and Why You Should Care

David Lum

Sheraton Hall C

11:30 - 2:00 PM

Friday Luncheon Presented by BMW KeyNote: Michael Chong, P.C., M.P. WellingtonHalton Hills

Emcee: Marjorie Chan

OsGoode Room

1:00 - 2:00 PM

Career Fair Grand Opening

Open to All

Sheraton Hall D/E

2:00 - 3:15 PM

Make a Mountain Out of a Mole Hill: Branding Yourself

Jerry Tran

Sheraton Hall A/B

2:00 - 3:15 PM

What is Success?

Wilson Leung Jessica Pun

Sheraton Hall C

3:45 - 5:00 PM

Skills -Based Volunteering: An Innovative Approach to Leadership Development

Andrea Wong Dave Nanderam Steven Ayer Anne-Marie Godbold Krystin Scheider

Sheraton Hall A/B

3:45 - 5:00 PM

The Inclusive Leader

Emily Hall

Sheraton Hall C

6:30 - 11:00 PM

Off-Site City Experience

Open to All

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Saturday, August 10 Time

Workshop Name

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Location

7:00 - 7:35 AM

Focus T25 - The Hot New workout from Insanity Presented by Coca-Cola

Arlene Paraiso

VIP Room

7:35 - 7:45 AM

10 Minute Trainer Workout - Encore Workout Presented by Coca-Cola

Arlene Paraio

VIP Room

8:00 - 8:45 AM

Registration, Breakfast & Networking

Open to All

Sheraton Foyer

8:45 - 10:00 AM

Knowledge is Power: Adding to your Effective Parenting Toolkit

Susan Chuang

Sheraton Hall A/B

8:45 - 10:00 AM

The Model Minority in UnderRepresented Industries

Mabel Menard

Sheraton Hall C

10:30 - 11:45 AM

Asian Women Speaking Up: The Art of Being Heard

Marynka Rojas

Sheraton Hall A/b

10:30 - 11:45 AM

Under and Misrepresentasian on Stage and Screen

Byron Abalos

Sheraton Hall C

11:45 - 2:00 PM

Saturday Luncheon Presented by Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Keynote Speaker: Teja Arboleda, M.Ed.

Emcee: Vienna Hehir

OsGoode Ballroom

2:00 - 3:15 PM

State of the Asian American Consumer: Growing Market, Growing Impact

Betty Lo

Sheraton Hall A/B

2:00 - 3:15 PM

WINing! Motivation & Behavior

Judi Rhee Alloway

Sheraton Hall C

4:00 - 5:15 PM

Employee Resource Groups Best Practices

Fabian De Rozario Kohposh Kuda Paul Kay Alpa Yagnik Anne Marie Logarta

Sheraton Hall A/B

6:00 - 7:00 PM

Cocktail Reception

Open to All

OsGoode Ballroom

7:00 - 10:00 PM

Gala Reception Keynote Speaker: Bruce Poon Tip

Emcee: Mary Ito

OsGoode Ballroom

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From left to right, top to bottom: Marjorie Chan, Vienna Hehir, Mary Ito, Michael Chong,Teja Arboleda, Bruce Poon Tip,

Michael Chong

P.C., M.P. Wellington-Halton Hills Keynote Speaker for Friday Luncheon

Michael Chong was first elected to Parliament in 2004 and represents the riding of Wellington-Halton Hills. In 2006, Michael served in the federal cabinet as President of the Queen’s Privy Council, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister for Sport. Prior to his election, Michael acted as Chief Information Officer for the National Hockey League Players’ Association and as a senior technology consultant to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority for the redevelopment of Pearson International Airport. Michael co-founded the Dominion Institute, now known as Historica-Dominion Institute, an organization committed to raising Canadians’ awvareness of history and civics and currently sits on its Board of Governors. Michael attended Trinity College at the University of Toronto where he obtained a degree in philosophy. Born in 1971, Michael grew up just outside of Fergus in Wellington County, Ontario. In 2002, Michael married Carrie Davidson. They have three sons, William, Alistair and Cameron. They live just outside of Fergus.

Marjorie Chan

Cahoots Theatre, Artistic Director Emcee for Friday Luncheon

Marjorie Chan is the artistic director of Cahoots Theatre, a culturally diverse theatre company in Toronto, now in it’s 27th year. A multi-disciplinary theatre artist, Marjorie recently directed a bilingual, bicultural adaptation of A Doll’s House for Theatre du Pif (Hong Kong) for a sold-out run. Marjorie’s other direction has included, assistant-directing Maria Stuarda (Pacific Opera Victoria) and A Synonym for Love (Volcano Theatre) and directing the Asia Premiere of Knives in Hens (Theatre du Pif - Outstanding Actor & Production). A six-time nominee, Marjorie is the recipient of three Dora Awards, for both writing and performing, the most recent award for her opera The Lesson of Da Ji with composer Alice Ho. She has also received the K.M. Hunter Artist’s Award in Theatre, a Harold Award and been nominated for Governor General’s Literary Award for her playwriting debut, China Doll as well as a nomination for a Canadian Citizen Award for work in outreach theatre training for young refugees. Upcoming projects include a re-imagining of Cao Yu’s Sunrise, and M’dea Undone, a new opera with composer John Harris (Scottish Opera/ Tapestry New Opera). 23

Teja Arboleda, M.Ed.

Founder of Entertaining Diversity, Inc. Keynote Speaker for Saturday Luncheon

Teja Arboleda, M.Ed. established Entertaining Diversity, Inc., in 1992 with a passionate mission to teach issues of race, cultural diversity and human potential through entertainment. As a cross-culture and diversity issues expert, Arboleda has been a powerful keynote speaker and performance-lecturerfor more than 800 educational institutions, companies, and civic groups in 48 states. As a television producer, director, writer and entertainer, Teja has spent 26 years creating commercial and educational programs for television and distribution, including PBS, ABC and Discovery. He has an Emmy Award and two Telly Awards. Arboleda is also an Assistant Professor at the New England Institute of Art, where he teaches courses such as Race & Ethnic Relations, Intercultural Communication and Technology, and Contemporary Communications. He has also lectured in Japan. Arboleda is Filipino-Chinese/ African-American & German-Danish, and he grew up in Japan. He is the author of In The Shadow of Race, an account of his personal experiences as a multicultural, multiethnic and “multiracial” American; and Jeni So Many, a children’s illustrated book about multi-identity. From 1987 -1994 Arboleda was AD/Editor for FRONTLINE, Say Brother (EMMY Award, 1993), and La Plaza at WGBH-TV (PBS) in Boston, MA., and was culture and diversity issues producer for Chronicle, (ABC, New England). In 2000, he created, produced, directed, wrote and starred in the six-part, first through fourth grade educational video series, Diversity Elementary™which aired on PBS in early 2001, and is distributed by Discovery Learning. His video RaceOff™© - the original race-busting morphing video, is the opening feature on permanent display in the national touring museum exhibit, Race: Are We So Different?™ His timely and important documentaries such as Crossing The Line: Multiracial Comedians, and Model Minority: Do The Math have aired nationally on PBS and PBS WORLD. Recognition of the importance of Arboleda’s vision include an appearances before the Senate committee on racial classification where he testified for changes in federal racial and ethnic categories, and over 80 news stories in the media including the New York Times, The Boston Globe, Associated Press, National Public Radio, American Public Media and PBS. Arboleda has a B.A.in Communications from Clark University, and an M.Ed. from Lesley University. Both of his daughters are of East Asian descent.

Bruce Poon Tip

Founder of G Adventures Keynote Speaker for Saturday Dinner Gala

In 1990, Bruce Poon Tip founded G Adventures in order to deliver incredible experiences to travellers who craved adventures beyond all-inclusive resorts. When no bank was willing to provide a loan, he started the company with two credit cards. Since then, G Adventures has grown to become a world leader in adventure travel, employing 1,500 people worldwide, offering more than 15,000 small group experiences, safaris and expeditions on all seven continents, in over 100 countries, serving more than 100,000 travellers a year. A global leader in sustainability and social entrepreneurship, Bruce has spoken multiple times at the request of the United Nations and World Bank, has presented at the headquarters of Apple and Google, and delivered keynote speeches at TED events and leading entrepreneurship conferences around the world. Under Bruce’s leadership, G Adventures has been named by National Geographic Adventures as the best ‘Do It All Outfitter’ on Earth and is a six-time recipient of the Top 10 Employers for Young People, a lifetime platinum recipient of the 50 Best Managed Companies and for ten consecutive years was named as one of Canada’s fastest growing companies by Profit magazine. G Adventures has received multiple Best Workplace Awards, as a result of extensive internal employee surveys conducted by the Great Place to Work Institute. In addition to receiving an award as one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40, Bruce has also won Canada’s Entrepreneur of the Year twice and has been honoured as one of Canada’s 100 Leaders of Tomorrow. He also was named the Chinese Canadian Entrepreneur of the Year by the Association of Chinese Canadian Entrepreneurs in 2007. In Profit magazine, Bruce was featured as one of the Top 10 Entrepreneurs in Canada of the last 25 years. In 2012, Bruce was inducted into the Social Venture Network Hall of Fame, joining celebrated entrepreneurs including Richard Branson (Virgin), Anita Roddick (The Body Shop), and Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield (Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream) and was awarded a Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, recognizing significant contributions to society.

Vienna Hehir Actress Emcee for Saturday Luncheon

Vienna Hehir, born and raised in Toronto, started her career as a classically trained dancer touring Canada as well as Singapore and Malaysia with the Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre (CCDT) at the age of 11. Her passion for acting and performance brought her to the stage where theatre credits include: The Stratford Festival’s, The King and I (as Little Eva), Judith Marcuse’s, Fire … Where There’s Smoke (as Luba) in Vancouver, BC, and A.F. Theatre NY’s, A Midsummer’s Night Dream (as Hermia) and the Canadian production of Red Snow; a moving theatre narrative of the 1937 rape of Nanking (now Nanjing). Selected film and television credits include, L.A. Complex, Tango in a Cold City, and What’s Your News? Experienced in modelling, film, television and commercials, Vienna’s career has spanned Canada, the US, Malaysia, Singapore, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Mary Ito

Host of Fresh Air on CBC Radio 1 Emcee for Saturday Dinner Gala

Mary has had a long history of broadcasting. She is currently the host of Fresh Air on CBC Radio 1 which is the number one weekend morning show on radio in the province. Before that, she was host of CBC Television’s “Living in Toronto”. She worked at TVOntario for five years as host of a daily talk show called “More to Life” which covered an eclectic range of topics in health, education, arts and culture, business and family issues. Mary was also the host of “Second Opinion” on TVO - a panel show which dealt with controversial issues in health. She also worked at Global TV as the anchor of a daily health report called “Health Matters.” Mary has also worked at CFTO-TV as a reporter, host and weekend news anchor. She also worked previously in radio at CBC, and at CFRB as a reporter, host and producer. Mary is active in the community with a particular interest in health. She has volunteered her services for many organizations including the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Healthy Minds Canada, the MS Society of Ontario, the Hospital for Sick Children, the Toronto Public Library, the Working Women Community Centre, and the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. She lives with her husband and three children in Toronto.

Schedule thursday, august 8

Setting 9:00 am - 10:30 am OsGoode West

up a Run-Rate Sales Team

Marco Mo, Founder & CEO of Archerfish Sales

Although we all love to talk about big, once-in-a-lifetime deals, many companies rely on high volume, lower dollar run-rate deals to cover costs while they work on the bigger deals to grow their business. Whether you’re a one-person company or a 300 person SMB, knowing that you have a reliable daily rate of new business is the difference between having the time to plan for expansion or scrambling to make ends meet. Learn how to create a front-line sales force that concentrates on lower value, high volume business while senior sales people and company leaders focus on high value opportunities. Marco started his career as a trader rep at RBC. After 9/11, he joined Sony to be their national accounts trainer. He won an award and was recruited by LG to manage their marketing program. When his son was born, he left corporate to set the example for his son that it’s far better to create jobs than to apply for them. Today, Archerfish Sales uses an assembly–line approach to business development to help companies set up sales teams and crush quotas.

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11:00 am - 12:30 pm OsGoode West Kenneth Lo, CEO of Kattelo Consulting

Have you been dreaming of starting your business but somehow feeling held back by many “circumstances”? Perhaps surprising to many, now is as good a time as ever to launch your own venture! In this session, Kenneth Lo, CEO of Kattelo Consulting, will recap his recent journey launching a San Francisco technology consulting firm from soup to nuts. He will share his tips and lessons learned on the four pillars of any new business: Finance, Marketing, Sales, and Operations. Attendees will walk away with newfound perspectives and confidence about whether, when, and how best to launch a new venture. Buckle up, please! Kenneth Lo, PMP is the CEO of Kattelo Consulting, which provides professional services to companies of all sizes adopting SharePoint, Cloud, and Mobility technologies. Kenneth is a battle-tested SharePoint evangelist and entrepreneur with extensive management consulting experiences. His clientele ranges from Silicon Valley startups to Fortune 500 companies. Kenneth combines his passion and expertise in mobile technologies and specializes in SharePoint mobility strategies and adoption. Being a risk-averse person at heart, Kenneth spends his leisure time mountain biking, rock climbing, and scuba diving. 28

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Talent Cultivation 2013 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm OsGoode West

Does your organization hire the best talent? How can you streamline the hiring process? Does your current workforce reflect the competencies needed to compete in tomorrow’s market place? Join us as for a panel discussion, as we explore the meaning of Talent Cultivation in 2013, and share innovative “next” practices for both job seekers and employers! The session’s desired outcome of the panel: (1) define Talent Cultivation and gain insight on why it is so important in 2013, (2) gain perspective on how to leverage technology to meet Talent Cultivation needs (3) listen as companies share best practices that both job seekers and employers can implement. Stephen Chan, CEO at Dapasoft

Stephen Chan, a computer science graduate from the University of Waterloo, is the founder and CEO of Dapasoft Inc., an IT consulting company in Toronto that delivers software solution to business. Chan is also the President and CEO of Mayer Information Technology, a founding member of Catalyst Healthcare, a board member for York Technology Alliance, and winner of the ACCE Most Innovative Award. Luke Howarth, Director of Business Development at Pangea Connect

Luke Howarth is Co-Founder and Director of Sales for PangeaConnect, where he oversees all aspects of sales, marketing, and business development. He has over 14 years of sales experience in the Recruiting, Staffing and Consulting industries. Prior to joining PangeaConnect, he led sales and business development efforts for Syrinx Consulting, resulting in annual growth of over 20%. Grace Kiem, College Relations Manager at Fidelity Investments

Grace Kiem, College Relations Program Manager, has worked at Fidelity Investments for the past seven years. In her current role, she is responsible for the management of 11 undergraduate hiring programs. She also serves as the relationship manager for Bostonarea schools, working with career centers, faculty, and student organizations. Grace also serves on the national steering committee for the Asian Employee Resource Group at Fidelity. Royson Ng, President at Samtack

Mr. Ng is the President of Samtack Inc, a member of Pine Technology Holding Ltd listed in Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Samtack is a leading distributor of computers, consumer electronics, dry food and health & beauty products to national and regional retailers. Ng is currently the Co-Chair of the Chi Heng Foundation Canada and a Director of the Toronto Board of Trade. lisa strack, consultant at pangea connect

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The Legal ABC’s of Starting or Acquiring a Business 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm OsGoode West

This workshop will be aimed at providing practical legal guidance to entrepreneurs, investors and business owners looking to start or acquire a small or medium sized business. This workshop will include four short presentations: • Shareholder, Partnership and Joint Venture Agreements: The main terms, considerations, and risks. • Financing a Startup or Acquisition: The different sources of funding a business – including debt, equity, and crowdfunding – and the pros and cons of each. • Intellectual Property: Copyrights, patents, trademarks and trade secrets – what they do (and don’t do) and how much they cost. • Employment Laws: The basic requirements of the law, and practical considerations when negotiating the employment terms. The workshop will conclude with a moderated panel discussion open to questions from the floor. Brenden Wong, Partner at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Brendan Wong is a partner in the Commercial Litigation Group of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, a national law firm. Brendan has acted for corporations and individuals in a wide range of corporate and commercial litigation matters, including shareholder and partnership disputes, oppression remedy proceedings, and real estate disputes. Brendan regularly provides in-house presentations to the legal and business groups of major banks and companies. Brendan obtained his law degrees from the University of Cambridge and Dalhousie University. He is also the Chair of Access Alliance Multicultural Health and Community Services, and a Director of the Federation of Asian Canadian David Ma, Partner at Blaney McMurtry LLP

David Ma is a member of the firm’s Corporate/Commercial group. David maintains a practice focusing on commercial transactions involving technology (including outsourcing, development, licensing, distribution, service provision, procurements, electronic commerce and related matters) as well as corporate matters involving companies that develop, market and exploit technology (including shareholder agreements, corporate structures and reorganizations, financings and acquisitions and divestitures). David is member of the Canadian IT Law Association, the International Technology Law Association, the Information Technology and E-Commerce Section of the Ontario Bar Association, the Licensing Executives Society, the Toronto Computer Lawyers Group and the American Bar Association. Vanessa Ibe, Associate at Rosenbaum & Frank LLP

Vanessa A. Ibe is an associate at Rosenbaum & Frank LLP and practices in the areas of corporate and commercial law, litigation, employment, construction and real estate law. She represents individuals and businesses with respect to a wide range of their commercial needs including incorporation and corporate organization, contract drafting, contract review and negotiations. 32

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Zumba: Easy to Follow Dance Fitness System! 7:00 am - 7:35 am (Presented by the coca-cola company) VIP Room

DITCH THE WORKOUT AND JOIN THE PARTY! Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. The routines feature aerobic/ fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps. The perfect marriage of FUN and FITNESS! Led by Jesslyna DeRozario, certified Zumba instructor.

10 Minute Trainer Workout It’s only 10 Minutes

7:35 am - 7:45 am (Presented by the coca-cola company) VIP Room

How do you get the results of an hour long workout in 10 minutes? Super Stacking®. A recent study proved one Ten-Minute Trainer cardio workout burns as many calories as thirty minutes of jogging! This is the busy person’s solution to finding time for a workout! Super Stacking® combines upper body, lower body, abs, and cardio stacked into every 10-minute routine, working multiple muscles at the same time, in less time. Led by Beachbody Coach, Arlene Paraiso. Arlene Paraiso, Coach at Beachbody

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Jesslyna de Rozario, Certified Zumba instructor

Jesslyna DeRozario has been a NAAAP Atlanta member for 7 years and is a Zumba fanatic. She is officially certified as a Zumba Instructor. Professionally, she is a SAP implementation consultant. Her previous employers include The Coca-Cola Company, IBM, and Alltel.

Communication with Power: Lessons from Improv Theatre 8:45 am - 10:00 am sheraton hall a/b

Effective communication skills are essential for any leader. In this highly interactive workshop, participants will improve their understanding and command of body language and speaking skills through active improv exercises. Learn practical techniques to adapt your body language and speaking skills to enhance your message and influence. Some techniques include: body mirroring, neutral body language, and voice tonality delivery and more. Come prepared to move; participation is mandatory. Matthew Akana, Assay Development Scientist at Merck & Improviser at Philadelphia Improv Theater

Matthew Akana is a scientist, designer, and improv performer with over 8 years of experience on stage. He has performed in front of audiences in San Francisco, New York, and richmond and performs weekly in philadelphia. He has led workshops on whole body communication, listening skills, and team work for NAAAP Philadelphia and APAture in San Francisco. He recently gave a talk at TEDxPhoenixville on improv. He teaches skills on full body listening, vocal delivery, and quick thinking.

Annie Huynh, Educator of Folk Arts at Cultural Treasures Charter School & EVP at NAAAP Philadelphia

Annie Huynh is an educator at the Folk Art â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) in Philadelphia. She holds a Masters Degree in Education focusing on literacy, social studies, and teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). She is an active member of the SNAAAPDragons Toastmasters club and has been a member of NAAAP Philadelphia for three years, previously serving as Scholarship Chair and Director of Member Services. In her spare time, Annie enjoys bike riding, bikram yoga, and writing.

Jiate Zhang, Business Analyst at Bimbo Bakeries USA & VP of Corporate Relations at NAAAP Philadelphia

Jiate currently works in the strategic brand finance group at Bimbo Bakeries USA. At BBU, he also volunteers in the Junior Achievements program, teaching high school students business and entrepreneurship skills. His previous experience includes working in the selective Financial Leadership Development Program at Johnson & Johnson. He also manages his own consulting business, helping small business owners develop growth strategies through effective financial management and analysis. His unique experiences of working with small business owners all the way up to senior corporate leaders enables him to effectively work with partners at various levels of position and function.

Self-Consciousness, Communications, and Acting 8:45 am - 10:00 am sheraton hall C

Dealing with self-consciousness is more than just knowing your objectives and being prepared, it includes being centred, comfortable, and ready. This interactive workshop shares 3 areas from 16 years of corporate P&G life including 5 years examining Asian-Pacific behaviours within a predominantly American-cultured company, and 7 years of actor training with specific tools and exercises, and approach to bring about stronger and less self-conscious communications. They include: 1) Structuring ideas against your objectives; 2) Recognizing how self-consciousness starts and how to address it; 3) Being Yourself Through Improv to Deal with Uncertainty James Cheng Actor, Writer, Producer at Asiansploitation

Asia-Pacific Network Strategic Advisor at Procter & Gamble 2009-2012 (recognized for outstanding achievement, 2011); Asiansploitation Actor, Co-Writer, Co-Producer (2006-2013) -- Best Comedy of 2010 in Toronto by Just For Laughs; National Canadian Brand Manager, Shavers, BIC (2013) Systems Analyst, Systems Manger, Assistant Brand Manager, Assistant Customer Team Marketing Manager, P&G (1995-2012)

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The Business of Body Language: Effective Communication for Women 10:15 am - 11:30 am sheraton hall a/b

Effective communication is integral to leadership and success in the business world. According to various researchers, body language is thought to account for 50-70% of all communication. With so much focus on the mental aspects of business, it’s easy to overlook your most effective tool for communication – your body. What does your body language say about you? In this workshop specially geared towards women, participants will learn about different postures and explore the messages they convey. They will identify their primary posture, explore somatic awareness as a resource and develop effective communication through body-mind integration. Participants will learn to express more fully, meet their bodies from the inside out and connect what they say with how they say it. Andrea Mapili Artist, Facilitator, Teacher of Life/Art Process at Mindful Abandon: Paths to Artful Living

Andrea Mapili is a professional Toronto-based artist, performer and teacher of the Tamalpa Institute’s Life/Art Process, a movement-based expressive arts education and therapy approach. She is the founder of the newly launched company Mindful Abandon: Paths to Artful Living that promotes creativity and wellness through movement-based expressive arts. The work is grounded in the Life/Art Process, the teachings of the Tamalpa Institute and Anna Halprin. Andrea is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario with a degree in Biology.

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What is EQ and Why You Should Care 10:15 am - 11:30 am sheraton Hall C

Many of us believe that sheer intellect and being smart is what will move us ahead in business. Then there is a rude awakening when we discover that while we may be the smartest person on the team yet for some reason we’re also the one passed up for promotion. What we don’t know about is that research done as far back as the early 1900’s indicate that emotional intelligence (EQ) is a very important part of one’s success. Potentially up to 90% of your success may be attributed to your EQ alone! This seminar will discuss the EQ model of competencies and skills that make you an effective leader. David Lum, Director at Motorola Solutions

David is a Director in Motorola. For 30 years, David worked in the land mobile two-way radio business and has extensive experience in product development, systems marketing, manufacturing, systems engineering, field engineering, project management, sales and engineering training, business development, product operations, and regulatory affairs. David has a BS degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a MS degree in Management from the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management (LFGSM). David is also an MBA Business Professor at LFGSM. David serves as an elected member of the National Board of Directors for NAAAP.

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What is Success? 2:00 pm - 3:15 Pm sheraton Hall C

Success. Is it about making more money? Is it about becoming more famous? We believe that true success has nothing to do with these things. Rather, real success is rooted in making a positive difference in the lives of those around us. In this workshop, we will talk about 3 types of leadership that drive success: 1)Inward Leadership 2)Outward Leadership 3)Forward Leadership. Participants will be challenged to think about defining success based on evaluation of their purpose, values, integrity and demonstrating compassion. They will be inspired to become a committed leader to maximizing their influence and impact- regardless of their industry, community, culture, or other context. To measure outcomes, we will have participants complete a survey. Wilson Leung, Co-Founder at Thinking Forward

Wilson is the Co-Founder of Thinking Forward, a registered Canadian charity whose vision is to help people of all ages make choices that develop character to build stronger communities in Toronto. He is the author of Everyday Leaders: everyday essentials to help you make choices that matter. The book is foundational to the character-based leadership workshops that he facilitates at schools and organizations. His passion began when he served in church leadership for a number of years as the Director of Ministries while mentoring emerging leaders. He believes in lifelong learning and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Leadership. Jessica Pun, Facilitator at Thinking Forward

Jessica holds a BSc. and teaching degree from Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s University. She has taught senior-level high school science courses for several years. Outside the classroom, she has mentored various interest groups and delivered workshops on career-related topics. Jessica has been working with Thinking Forward for the past year, delivering workshops to various organizations. Outside of Canada, she delivered professional development training for educators in Nicaragua and Hong Kong, challenging them to inspire and impact their community. Jessicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passion for leadership stems from a desire to see people grow and develop as leaders in all aspects of their lives. 42

Make a Mountain Out of a Mole Hill: Branding Yourself 2:00 Pm - 3:15 pm sheraton Hall A/B

This talk will cover the most important area of business; the brand. Many businesses lose momentum because they get lost in ambiguity. Since the opportunity for cross-marketing and social media makes your company more visible, so too is the potential for companies to become too broad. This entertaining talk will include unique, topical stories and mistakes from the speaker so that others may avoid the same pitfalls. Additionally, attendees will be presented with important guidelines to follow in order to build a better brand. Benefits of this talk will include finding your niche, utilizing your heritage, discovering your audience, and how to have a wider reach. Attendees will be given the opportunity to voice their opinions and ask questions. Jerry Tran, CEO-Social Coach at ABCS of Attraction

JT Tran is a self-made motivational speaker and dating coach. He serves as a role model to Asian Americans to help eradicate stereotypes and misconceptions in society and mainstream media. He leads live classes and seminars on self-confidence, dating, and how to improve oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lifestyle. A former aerospace engineer, JTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s methods are intelligent, relatable, and easily applied to people from all types of backgrounds. JT has appeared at Yale, Harvard, University of Pennsylvania, and on ABC Nightline, NBC, and in New York Magazine; to spread his message of hope and positivity for all Asians and minorities.

Skills-Based Volunteering: An Innovative Approach to Leadership Development 3:45 Pm - 5:00 pm sheraton Hall A/B

Increasingly, skills-based volunteering is representing not only a creative strategy to corporate citizenship, but also an innovative approach to leadership development and talent retention. This session highlights skills-based volunteering, specifically pro bono consulting, as an innovative and effective tool for leadership development. Understand how a pro bono program works and its impact through the Endeavour/AstraZeneca case â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a pioneering collaboration in pro bono between the corporate and non-profit sectors in Canada. Gain insight into the opportunities and challenges with skills-based volunteering as a leadership development tool through an interactive panel. You will walk away with the knowledge and contacts to launch a skills-based volunteering program to develop leaders in your company, or to engage in skills-based volunteering to develop your career. (speaker bios on next page)

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Andrea Wong, President at Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits

Dave Nanderam, President at TapestryBuilder

Dave Nanderam is President Andrea Wong is Co-Founder and of Tapestry Builder, a human President of Endeavour Volunteer capital consulting firm which Consulting for Non-Profits, a focuses on managing human Canadian charity that has recapital risks. Dave assists clients cruited more than 300 volunteers with leveraging their corporate to provide management consult- citizenship initiatives to address ing to non-profit organizations talent management and since 2007. As a Global Pro Bono employee engagement priorities. Fellow, Andrea is recognized as a pioneer in the global pro His 19-year career spans three of bono movement and represents Canada’s largest financial instituCanada in the Global Pro Bono tions, two international human Summit which brings together capital consulting firms, and one non-profit and corporate leaders of the world’s largest banking from around the world to and financial services organizaadvance the field. tion. He has proven leadership experience delivering human Outside Endeavour, Andrea is capital solutions across varied Community Investment Manager private sector industries as well at United Way York Region. She as public and non-profit organiis a graduate of the University of zations. Toronto and York University. 44

Steven Ayer, President at Common Good Strategies

As President of Common Good Strategies, Steven enjoys working with clients on a wide range of issues effecting Canadians. Current nonprofit projects include market analysis, program evaluation, fund development strategy, and data strategy.Previously, Steven was Senior Research Associate at Imagine Canada. While at Imagine Canada he worked on CharityFocus.ca, Imagine’s portal of charity information, QuickPrep. ca, and the Canadian Directory to Foundations and Corporations, as well a number of major research initiatives.Steven is Chair of the board of directors at Endeavour Volunteer Consulting Network. Steven holds an MBA from Laurentian University.

The Inclusive Leader 3:45 Pm - 5:00 pm sheraton Hall C

Anne-Marie Godbold, Senior Marketing Manager at CAstraZeneca Canada

A passionate, collaborative and results oriented leader with over 16 years of diverse pharmaceutical sales and marketing background, including in-line, product launch, channel marketing and sales training experience. A proven track record of success in developing and implementing strategic and tactical plans in brand and channel marketing. Led organizational change in shaping and implementing new channel business model across the organization.

Krystin Scheider, Regulatory Affairs Project Manager at CAstraZeneca Canada

Krystin is a Regulatory Affairs Project Manager at AstraZeneca Canada Inc., in the Chemistry and Manufacturing area of pharmaceuticals. Her responsibilities include interacting with Health Canada to obtain approval for AstraZenecaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s products to be used in clinical trials and to be sold in Canada, providing strategic guidance on submissions, and advising on the implications of Health Canada guidelines and regulations.

The Inclusive Leader is a course that focuses on diversity and inclusion in the workplace and supports efforts to anchor an inclusive, flexible and safe working environment. Key topics include diversity misconceptions, how personal history impacts the way we view differences, the importance of diversity and inclusion, generational differences at work and each individuals role in diversity and inclusion efforts. Keith Jones & Emily Hall, Diversity and Integrated Talent Management at MillerCoors

Keith and Emily both work in the Diversity and Integrated Talent Management department at MillerCoors. They collaborate and influence internal clients to understand how Diversity & Inclusion will optimize business solutions, engage employees and connect with consumers.

Focus T25 - The hot new workout from Insanity 7:00 am - 7:35 am (Presented by the coca-cola company) VIP Room

A morning workout energizes you for the rest of your day. Focus T25 is 25 minutes of pure intensity and 100% focus without resting. This fast-paced workout is jam-packed with dynamic, hi-intensity moves designed for maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Every minute counts! So focus for 25 minutes and NAIL IT! Led by Beachbody Coach Arlene Paraiso

10 Minute Trainer Workout - Encore Workout 7:35 am - 7:45 am (Presented by the coca-cola company) VIP Room

The workout solution for the busy professional is back for an encore presentation! With 10-Minute TrainerÂŽ, you have no more excuses! No Gym, No Equipment, No Wasted Time. Led by Beachbody Coach, Arlene Paraiso Arlene Paraiso, Coach at Beachbody

Arlene Paraiso is the NAAAP San Diego and National Wellness Director. NAAAP has launched a Wellness initiative called Fitness in NAAAP Everyday (F.I.N.E.) Arlene is an award winning coach with Beachbody. She leads a team of nearly 100 coaches determined to help others to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Prior to becoming a coach, she served 7 years as an Executive Assistant for the VAIO and Direct Sales Teams of SONY. There, she was a charter member of Sony Toastmasters asVPM, VPE and President. Arlene was also named SONY Volunteer of the Year. She graduated from San Diego State University in 1999 and currently works for University of California, San Diego.

Knowledge is Power: Adding to Your Effective Parenting Toolkit 8:45 am - 10:00 am Sheraton Hall a/b

As parents balance their personal, family, and work lives, parents need to be effective leaders in their homes. Effective parents should be responsive and sensitive to their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique needs and talents, and to be able to develop strong relationships with their children. To accomplish this, knowledge is power. Through this workshop, individuals will learn about some key child and youth developmental concepts and how to promote positive development in their children. Parenting strategies will be provided which can also be applied in your personal and work lives (e.g., building self-esteem, communication skills, and promoting independence). Providing a strong foundation for children will lead to effective leaders in the future. Dr. Susan Chuang, Associate Professor at University of Guelph

Susan Chuang is an Associate Professor, University of Guelph, Ontario. Her undergraduate degree was in Criminology and Sociology at the University of Toronto, Ontario. At the University of Rochester, New York, she received an M.S. in Elementary Education, an M.S. and Ph.D. in Human Development. Her lines of research include parenting, fathering, parent-child/youth relationships, and school readiness in various sociocultural contexts. She co-edited three books and two special journal issues. She has organized many international conferences. She is the Series Editor for Springer Science+Business Media on the Advances on Immigrant Family Research and Associate Editor for Journal of Family Psychology. 46

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The Model Minority in UnderRepresented Industries 8:45 am - 10:00 am Sheraton Hall c

The fastest growing group in the United States has been constantly placed on a pedestal for its accomplishments in education and employment. Comparison with the majority and against other minority groups is inevitable: the model minority is heavily concentrated in science and technology; they transport us in taxicabs; and, there are the family-owned businesses. However, away from the spotlight are professions in which Asian-Americans are disproportionately underrepresented. This workshop will explore the historical bias within the Asian-American community against certain professions and how the Asian-American psyche affects its perception of success and accomplishment. It will also offer thoughts on how to inspire the new generation to consider “nontraditional” career paths. We will conclude with an informal Q&A session. Mabel Menard, Campus College Chair at University of Phoenix

Mabel Menard is the Campus College Chair for the College of Social Sciences at University of Phoenix, Chicago. She also oversees the Colleges of Humanities & Sciences, Heathcare & Nursing, and Criminal Justice & Security, plus the Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and Criminal Justice Administration programs. Ms Menard received her Bachelor of Arts cum laude in Social Science and Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Radford University, Radford, Virginia and her MBA/HRM from University of Phoenix.

Asian Women Speaking Up: The Art of Being Heard 10:30 am - 11:45 am Sheraton Hall a/b

We’ve all seen it: a woman trying to get in a word in a meeting. When she finally does get the room’s attention, if she does, what stereotypes come to mind? Even in 2013 women, particularly Asian women, are often associated with unflattering personae when we make our voices heard. And true, some of us try so hard that we look aggressive, rather than assertive. Effective communication is an absolute requirement not only in the business world but in our lives outside the office, but we need to understand those stereotypes and how to avoid them. This interactive workshop will explore various techniques to get your point across effectively. Participants will then practice those skills in various scenarios. Marynka Rojas, Senior Management Analyst at Santa Clara Valley Water District

Marynka Rojas is a Senior Management Analyst with the Santa Clara Valley Water District, the largest multi-purpose water supply, watershed stewardship and flood management special district in the state. Her public service career has spanned strategic planning, performance management and system as well as program development/implementation. She was a key player in the development of the district’s Diversity & Inclusion Program and president of the Asian Pacific Resources Group for many years. Ms. Rojas is an active community member, participating on numerous boards and paddles with an internationally competitive dragon boat team. 48

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Under and MisrepresentAsian on Stage and Screen 10:30 am - 11:45 am Sheraton Hall c

Remember that movie when the Asian male lead got the girl? Or that other movie where the Asian woman wasn’t defined by her sexuality? Me neither. It’s tough being an Asian actor. With the help of sketch comedy troupe Asiansploitation, actor/playwright/producer Byron Abalos outlines the challenges and opportunities of being brown-skinned in a predominantly white industry. We’ll survey the current state of affairs for Asian actors, examine the politics of representation, explore the historical origins of misrepresentations and suggest what we can and must do to change things. Join us for this interactive, entertaining and inspiring look into the world of being a professional Asian actor. Byron Abalos, Actor/Playwright/Producer at Asiansploitation

Byron Abalos is an actor, playwright, producer and theatre administrator from Toronto with over 20 years of professional experience. A graduate of Ryerson University’s Acting Program, he has been nominated for 3 Dora Mavor Moore awards, two for acting and one for producing. Byron is a member of the 6th Man Collective, Asiansploitation sketch comedy troupe and is Studio 180 Theatre’s Development Officer. NOW Magazine named him one of Toronto’s Top 10 Theatre Artists of 2010. His play Remember Lolo won the NOW Magazine Audience Choice Award (SummerWorks 2005) and his play Brown Balls (fu-GEN) premiered in 2011.

Saturday luncheon presentation & Network sponsored by Macy’s 11:30 am - 2:00 Pm Osgoode Ballroom

Remarks will be from Sandra Han, Group Vice President / Divisional Planning Manager Ready-to-Wear Collections, Macy’s

State of the Asian-American Consumer: Growing Market, Growing Impact 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm Sheraton Hall a/b

In November 2012, Nielsen released the State of the Asian American Consumer: Growing Market, Growing Impact. This inaugural report, which focuses on media consumption and buying behaviors, reveals that understanding the psychographic profile of Asian-Americans and reaching this group through in-culture and in-language vehicles can be good for business. Asian Americans have shown growth rates of more than 50 percent since the year 2000, the highest of any multicultural segment in the U.S. according to the U.S. Census 2010. The report provides U.S. marketers, with substantial information they can use to tap into the expanding growth opportunities with Asian-American consumers. Ms. Lo will provide report highlights and a Canadian pilot program for Toronto.

Betty Lo, VP of Public Affairs at nielsen

Betty Lo is VP, Public Affairs for Nielsen and works with community leaders, media, entertainment and consumer businesses to promote Nielsen’s education, philanthropic, and public affairs initiatives for the east coast and the national Asian American community. Betty has 18 years of experience with multinational CPGs such as The Coca-Cola Company and Newell-Rubbermaid leading communications/PR, organizational development, change management and building Asian-American business opportunities. Ms. Lo is an active leader in the Asian-American community and served in various leadership roles with NAAAP Atlanta. Betty received her B.A. from Wesleyan College and Executive MBA at Emory University’s Goizueta Business School.

WINning! Motivation & Behavior 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm Sheraton Hall c

Asian Americans are viewed as a “model minority”: educated, hard-working and moderately successful. Yet according to research conducted by LEAP in 2012, we sit on less than 3% of Fortune 500 boards, hit the bamboo ceiling in middle management, and are not viewed as leaders. Despite having 90% of the qualifications, most women will concentrate on the 10% of the skills they have not developed. Men with 30% of the requirements will still go for their goals. In this workshop, you will dig into your deepest desires, figure out what factors limit your success, and design and share a strategic life plan to get you to your next steps! Judi Rhee Alloway, President at Imagine Leadership LLC

@JudiRheeAlloway is Director of SBA-funded Women’s Business Center at Empowerment Group, Lead Coach at Imagine Leadership, LLC, and Founding National Director of Women in NAAAP!. Her public media appearances include Philadelphia Inquirer, Philly Daily News, El Dia, The Epoch Times, Nickelodeon and Fox News. Her transformative life story is in two books: The Height of Power: Petite Women Speak of Stature and The Coaches Journey. Chosen by Women’s Bureau of the US Department of Labor, in 2011 she was honored to be placed in the pool of top women innovators to represent the United States.

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Employee Resource Groups Best Practices 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Sheraton Hall a/b

Employee Resource Groups present an opportunity for employees to gain critical skills, contribute unique insights on business objectives, and become part of a sustainable community that inspires loyalty to the company. The executive panel at this session will discuss best practices of ERGs that have successfully demonstrated their value by contributing to business, community, leadership development, and customer insights while simultaneously continuing to innovate.

Fabian De Rozario Chief Business Development Officer at NAAAP Senior Consultant and Lead Facilitator at Global Novations & Founder at Globalconnect

Fabian De Rozario is a consultant and facilitator of talent engagement seminars/programs, delivering more than 100 workshops and seminars each year at Fortune 100 companies in the U.S. and abroad. Program topics include diversity & inclusion, cross-cultural proficiency, workforce engagement, and leadership. Fabian is a Senior Consultant and Lead Facilitator at Global Novations, a Korn/Ferry International company and also has his private consulting practice, GlobalConnect LLC. He also serves as the Diversity Director for the National Society of High School Scholars. 52

Paul Kay, Head of Corporate Security and Emergency Management Services at millercoors

Paul Kay is the head of corporate security and emergency management services for MillerCoors – with overall responsibility to ensure a safe and secure work environment for the MillerCoors enterprise. Paul is also accountable for the security of our products and supply chain, as well as emergency management, travel/event safety, background/ drug screening, compliance and investigations for the entire organization. Paul also chairs the MillerCoors Threat Assessment Committee, is a member of the Business Integrity, Crisis Management & ERM Committees and is the National Executive Sponsor for the MillerCoors AsEAN ERG.

Kohposh Kuda, Senior Manager for Strategic Business Development at sprint

Kohposh Kuda serves as a Sr. Manager for Strategic Business Development at Sprint, managing the sales and marketing strategy of Sprint’s mobile advertising business. In addition, Kohposh is the President of OASIS (Organization of Asians supporting Inclusion at Sprint), Sprint’s Asian Employee Resource Group, with responsibility of overall strategic vision and execution for over 750 employees globally. Kohposh joined Sprint in 2004 and has served in a variety of leadership roles within Product Marketing, Customer Experience and Channel Strategy.

Alpa Yagnik, VP, Business Banking Strategy, Business Banking Group at Wells Fargo

Alpa Yagnik is a vice president and strategic initiatives leader for Wells Fargoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Business Banking group, where she provides executive-level advisory counseling, develops strong cross-functional partnerships, and leads enterprise-wide strategic and process improvement initiatives that will help drive business growth opportunities. Alpa has been with Wells Fargo for eight years. She joined Wells Fargo in 2004 and has extensive experience in Credit Underwriting, Corporate & Investment Banking, and Commercial Banking.

Anne Marie Logarta, Compliance & Ethics Manager at UPS

Anne Marie Logarta is a Global Compliance and Ethics Manager with UPS. She oversees several of UPSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s compliance and ethics programs focusing on anticorruption compliance, integration of mergers & acquisitions, the Code of Business Conduct, sustainability reporting, and other regulatory areas. With 16 years at UPS, she has served in a variety of assignments with the Legal, Business Development, and the Compliance and Ethics departments. She at UPS in the Philippines in 1997; moved to the UPS Asia Pacific Region office in Singapore from 1998-2002; and from 2003, she has been at UPS Atlanta.

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Don Liu

on H. Liu is Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for Xerox Corporation. In this role, reporting directly to Ursula M. Burns, Chairman and CEO, he is responsible for all of Xerox’s legal and government affairs. Prior to joining Xerox, Mr. Liu was Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for Toll Brothers, Inc. and previously Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of IKON Office Solutions, where he was also IKON’s Corporate Compliance Officer and Chair of IKON Diversity Council. Before joining IKON, Mr. Liu was Vice President and Deputy Chief Legal Officer of Aetna U.S. Healthcare (and its predecessor entity, U.S. Healthcare). Prior to becoming in-house counsel, he worked as an associate at two New York City law firms from 1987 to 1992, specializing in securities and mergers and acquisitions – first at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and then at Richards & O’Neil (now Bingham McCutchen). He served as a Law Clerk to Justice Stewart G. Pollock at the Supreme Court of New Jersey. His professional affiliations include being a member and the former 58

Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Minority Corporate Counsel Association (a non-profit organization promoting diversity in the practice of law); Vice Chair of the Asian American Diversity Advisory Council and a member of the Executive Committee of the Joint Diversity Council, Comcast Corporation; a member of the New York Stock Exchange Commission on Corporate Governance; a former member of the Board of Directors of Association of Corporate Counsel (a worldwide association of in-house attorneys); a founder and a member of the Advisory Board of MoreBank (an ethnic community bank); a member of the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Bar Foundation; a member of the American Law Institute; a former member of the Board of Trustees of Mercy Health System (a Catholic hospital chain); a former member of the Board of Directors of the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (a civil right organization focused on protecting the rights of Asian Americans); and former Chair of the In-House Counsel Committee of National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (national organization for Asian American attorneys). He is the recipient of America’s Top General Counsel Honor from NYSE Euronext’s Corporate Board Member, Connecticut Law Tribune’s Legal Department of the Year – In-House Counsel Management Award, MCCA/America Lawyer Media Diversity Award, the Edwin Archer Randolph Diversity Award from the Lawyers Collaborative for Diversity, the Spirit of Asian America Award from the Asian American

Federation, the Diversity Award from ABA’s Council on Legal Education Opportunity, the Justice in Action Award from the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund, the ICON Award from the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, the Founders Award from the Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts, the Achievement Award from Asian Pacific American Lawyers Association of New Jersey, and the Business Leadership Award from the Korean American Coalition. Born in Seoul, Korea, Mr. Liu and his family immigrated to the U.S. in 1972. He received his B.A. degree in Philosophy and Religion from Haverford College with Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors. He earned his J.D. from Columbia University School of Law, where he was a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar. Mr. Liu and his wife and two children reside in Westport, CT.

Thear Suzuki

hear is a Partner at Ernst & Young LLP in Advisory Services, based in Dallas, Texas. She has more than 16 years of experience leading and delivering large and complex IT Transformation programs. Thear leads Ernst & Young’s IT Transformation Practice for the Southwest Region. She provides advisory services to Fortune 500 companies across a wide range of industries, including Financial Services, Health, Public Service, Consumer Products, and Telecommunications and HighTech. Thear has been selected to participate in Ernst & Young’s Americas Leadership Agenda Program, a multiyear investment for the development of the next generation of senior lead-

Thear Suzuki

ers. Thear Diversity Inc.,

serves on the Americas Advisory Women’s Steering Committee, a task force focused on the retention and advancement of women to the partnership level. Thear also serves as an Executive Sponsor for the Dallas PanAsian Professional Network.

Tom Hom

his education by attending

and in a book by Anne Doyle called night classes at the University of CalPowering Up! How America’s Wom- ifornia Extension School, majoring in en Achievers Become Leaders. Business Administration. Thear lives in Plano, Texas with her In 1963 Tom Hom was elected to husband Eric and their four sons (10, the San Diego City Council and re9, 6, and 3). elected in the 1967 citywide election, receiving 87% of the vote. In 1964 he was unanimously elected Deputy Tom Hom Mayor by his colleagues. In 1968, homas Edward Hom, popularly Tom was elected to the California known as Tom Hom, was born State Assembly, representing the 79th Assembly District which inand raised in San Diego, California. Tom is the third oldest child in a cludes almost all of the City of San family of twelve children. At age 15, Diego.

Prior to joining Ernst & Young, Thear led Accenture’s US Advanced Systems Delivery Practice, an organization of over 500 technologists focused on technology delivery.

In the community, Thear serves on the Dallas Women’s Foundation Board of the Directors, the Back On My Feet Dallas Chapter Advisory Board, SMU’s James E. Caswell Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program Steering Committee, and the NAAAP DFW Senior Advisory Council.

upon the death of his father who had a small produce business, his education was interrupted. To support the family, Tom and his older brothers kept the business running and eventually made the David Produce Company, Inc. one of San Diego County’s largest produce companies.

Thear has been recognized in For- Tom subsequently resumed his beswomen.com, Working Mother’s schooling, graduating from San DiMagazine, The Little PINK Book, ego High School and then continued

Tom, founder of the Tom Hom Group, has enjoyed a successful career in real estate development, particularly building shopping centers and single occupancy apartments (SROs). His broader experience includes investments in banking, a television station, the Western Metal property and other business properties.

Tom was among a core group of people with the vision, energy, optimism and drive to turn San Diego’s once tired downtown into the bustling, active center it is today. He served as Founding President of Gaslamp Quarter Association which brought forth the now famous Gaslamp District and held a leading role in the establishment of the SD Chinese Historical Museum. Honored with a long list of civic awards, Tom’s resume includes tributes from San Diego’s Centre City Development Corporation, the San Diego Board of Realtors, Downtown Partner’s Association., Organization of Chinese Americans (San Diego), Asian Business Association, Asian Heritage Society, KPBS-TV and Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC). In his retirement years, Tom golfs, travels, does water color painting and spends more time at his church, the Chinese Community Church, where he chaired the New Building Capital Campaign Committee and serves as the Founding President of the successful Panda Bear Preschool. Tom and his late wife, Dorothy, have 6 children and 13 grandchildren. He is now married to Loretta Lum, formerly from Honolulu, Hawaii.

Constance Lau

onnie is Prvesident and Chief Executive Officer of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (HEI), one of Hawaii’s largest public companies which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange. She is also Chairman of the Board of its two principal subsidiaries, Hawaiian Electric Company, which together with its subsidiaries Maui Electric and Hawaii Electric Light provide electric service to 95% of the state of Hawaii, and American Savings Bank, Hawaii’s third largest bank. Prior to joining 60

the HEI companies, Connie practiced law in San Francisco. She is a graduate of Yale College, the University of California Hastings College of the Law and the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Before she was selected to lead HEI, Connie served in several executive positions with its electric utility and bank subsidConstance Lau iaries, including serving as the President and CEO of American Savings Bank. She was named as one of America’s Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking in 2004, 2005 and 2006 by U. S. Banker magazine for transforming American Savings Bank from a simple thrift to a full-service community bank. In 2011, Connie was named Woman of the Year by the Washington, D. C. - based Women’s Council on Energy and the Environment for Hawaiian Electric’s role in helping Hawaii create a clean energy future by reducing its dependence on imported oil and aggressive pursuit of renewable energy sources and energy efficiency. Recently, Connie was appointed by U. S. President Barack Obama to chair the National Infrastructure Advisory Council which advises the President on protection of our nation’s critical infrastructure and information systems. She also represents community banks, thrifts and credit unions on the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s Com-

munity Depository Institutions Advisory Council.

Connie actively supports the community and is a trustee or director of many organizations, including Matson Navigation, Punahou School (her alma mater), the Consuelo Zobel Alger Foundation, the Hawaii Business Roundtable, the Electric Power Research Institute, the Edison Electric Institute, the Associated Electric and Gas Insurance Services and the Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies. Connie also served for eight years as a trustee of Kamehameha Schools, helping to implement a court-ordered CEO-based management system for the now $9 billion charitable educational trust. Connie and her husband, Russell, have three children.

George Takei

acting career, Takei regularly appears on Howard Stern’s Sirius XM satellite radio show. He is also an accomplished author having recently written “Oh Myyy! There Goes the Internet”, co-written the science-fiction novel “Mirror Friend, Mirror Foe” with Robert Asprin and published his autobiography, “To the Stars”.

George Takei

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career spanning five decades, George Takei is known around the world for his founding role in the acclaimed television series Star Trek, in which he played Hikaru Sulu, helmsman of the Starship Enterprise. Takei starred in three seasons of Star Trek and later reprised his iconic role in six movies. Takei has numerous on-camera television credits and has also brought his voiceover talent to hundreds of characters in film, television, video games and commercials during his prolific career. Adding to his resume, Takei has provided narration on many projects including the 2006 Peabody Award-winning radio documentary, Crossing East, centered on the history of Asian American immigration to the United States and Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home which garnered Takei a 1987 Grammy Award nomination for Best Spoken Word Album. In addition to a busy

Chris Lu

rom January 2009 to February 2013, Chris Lu served as Assistant to the President and White House Cabinet Secretary. In this role, he was President Obama’s primary liaison to the federal departments and agencies, helping to coordinate policy and communications strategy. As one of the highest-ranking Asian Americans in the Obama Administration, Mr. Lu also served as Co-Chair of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans Takei, a Japanese Ameri- and Pacific Islanders. can who from age 4 to 8 was unjustly interned When Mr. Lu announced his deparin two U.S. internment ture from the White House, Presicamps during World War dent Obama thanked him for “his II, is an outspoken sup- friendship and exceptional service porter of human right to our nation,” and noted that “[t] issues and community hrough his dedication and tireless efa c t i v - ist. Takei is chairman forts, Chris has overseen one of the emeritus and a trustee of most stable and effective Cabinets in the Japanese American history – a Cabinet that has produced National Museum in Los Angeles. extraordinary accomplishments over Takei has served as the spokesper- the past four years.” son for the Human Rights Campaign “Coming Out Project,” and was cul- From 2005 to 2009, Mr. Lu served tural affairs chairman of the Japanese as Legislative Director and ActAmverican Citizens League. He was ing Chief of Staff for then-Senator appointed to the Japan-U.S. Friend- Obama, where he helped to pass ship Commission by former President landmark ethics, transparency, and Clinton and the government of Japan non-proliferation legislation. awarded Takei the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, In May 2008, Senator Obama asked for his contribution to U.S. - Japa- Mr. Lu to help plan for a possible nese relations. The decoration was Presidential transition. Over the conferred by His Majesty, Emperor next six months, Mr. Lu worked beAkihito, at the Imperial Palace in To- hind the scenes to put together an kyo. In 2007, Asteroid 7307 Takei, organization to manage the transition located between Mars and Jupiter, from campaigning to governing. The was named in the performer’s honor day after Election Day, Mr. Lu was in appreciation for his social work. formally named the Executive DiTakei currently lives in Los Angeles with his husband Brad Takei. They were married at the Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo on Sept. 14, 2008.

rector of the Presidential transition team – an effort described by outside observers as one of the most effective transitions in history.

After leaving the White House, Mr. Lu was a fellow at the University of 61

Chicago’s Institute of Politics. He

wounds

currently provides strategic advice to corporate and non-profit clients on a range of complex policy, business, and management issues.

right arm while bravely leading a combat platoon through a machine gun nest during the Italian campaign. His injuries would later require several months of intensive care and his arm would need to be amputated. On May 27, 1947, he was honorably discharged and returned home Captain with a Distinguished Service Cross (the second highest award for military valor), a Bronze Star, a Purple Heart with cluster and 12 other medals and citations. His Distinguished Service Cross was later upgraded to a Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest award for military valor.

Chris Lu

Mr. Lu began his political career as Deputy Chief Counsel for the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, where he conducted high-profile government investigations. A magna cum laude graduate of Princeton University and cum laude Harvard Law School, Mr. Lu also worked as a law clerk to a federal court of appeals judge and a litigation attorney at a large D.C. law firm.

Daniel Inouye

he late Senator Daniel K. Inouye was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on September 7, 1924. As a Lieutenant in World War II, Dan Inouye sustained several gunshot 62

and a shattered the Territorial House of RepresentaDaniel Inouye tives and later won election to the

Territorial Senate. When Hawaii became a state on August 21, 1959, Daniel Inouye won election to the United States House of Representatives as the new state’s first Congressman. Senator Inouye championed the interests of Hawaii’s people throughout his career. He fought for improved education and health care for all children, additional jobs for Hawaii’s economy, health and human services in rural communities, affordable housing, and the protection of America’s natural resources. As a nationally known leader, Senator Inouye played a major role in shaping the defense policies of the United With financial assistance from the States. He had worked to strengthen G.I. Bill, Inouye graduated from the the armed forces and enhance the University of Hawaii and the George quality of life for military personnel Washington University Law School. and their families. Then, he returned to Hawaii and served as a Deputy Public Prosecutor On December 17th, 2012, after five for the city of Honolulu. He entered decades of service in the Senate reppolitics in 1954 with his election to resenting Hawaii and finally as presi-

dent pro tempore of the Senate, Senator Inouye passed away the age of 88. Inouye was the most senior U.S. Senator at the time of his death, the second-longest serving U.S. Senator in history after Robert Byrd, and the highest-ranking Asian American politician in U.S. history. (The above biography was excerpted from asianamerican.net)

Lang Lang

ang Lang inspires millions with open-hearted, music education emotive playing, whether it lang lang be in intimate recitals or on the grandest of stages – such as the Opening Ceremony of the at the forefront of technology, and 2008 Beijing Olympics, where more building a young audience. than four billion people around the world viewed his performance, the Time Magazine named Lang Lang in Last Night of the Proms at London’s the “Time 100”, citing him as a symbol Royal Albert Hall, or the Liszt 200th of the youth of China, and its future. birthday concert broadcast live to Lang Lang is cultural ambassador for more than 500 cinemas around the Shenzhen and Shenyang. Steinway Pianos for the first time named a US and Europe. model after a single artist when they He forms enduring musical introduced “The Lang Lang Piano” partnerships with the world’s to China, specially designed for greatest artists, from conductors education. such as Daniel Barenboim, Gustavo Dudamel and Sir Simon Rattle, Lang Lang has been featured on every to artists from outside of classical major TV network and in magazines music – among them dubstep dancer worldwide. He has performed for Marquese “nonstop” Scott and international dignitaries including jazz titan Herbie Hancock. And he the Secretary-General of the U.N. builds cultural bridges between East Ban Ki-moon, four US presidents, and West, frequently introducing President Koehler of Germany, Chinese music to Western audiences, Russian President Putin, former French President Sarkozy and and vice versa. President Francois Hollande. Of He mentors prodigies, convenes many landmark events, he was 100 piano students at a time in honored to perform recently for concert, and dedicated his Lang Lang President Obama and former International Music Foundation to President Hu Jin-Tao of China at the cultivating tomorrow’s top pianists, White House State Dinner, as well

as at the Diamond Jubilee celebratory concert for Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. Honors include being added as one of the World Economic Forum’s 250 Young Global Leaders, Honorary Doctorates from the Royal College of Music and Manhattan School of Music, the highest prize awarded by China’s Ministry of Culture, Germany’s Order of Merit and France’s Medal of the Order of Arts and Letters. (The above biography was excerpted from cami.com)

leadership awards Chapters across the organization nominated their premier leaders and programs to showcase the best of 2012 - 2013. These individuals, chapters, and programs stood out, and NAAAP is pleased to recognize their efforts and accomplishments. These finalists and the winner of each NAAAP Excellence Award will be recognized during the Gala event.

NAAAP Chapter Excellent Programming Award Nominees NAAAP Atlanta - Chopstix for Charity NAAAP Boston - The Leadership Forum NAAAP New York - May Heritage Celebration NAAAP Philadelphia - Annual Dumpling Eating Contest NAAAP Seattle - High School and College Scholarship Program NAAAP Toronto - Annual T&T Waterfront Night Market

NAAAP Associate Chapter Excellent Programming Award Nominees NAAAP Connecticut - Employee Resource Groups Alliance NAAAP Dallas-Fort Worth - A Night With the NAAAP Stars

NAAAP Leader Award Nominees

Ben Hum

Lori Chen

Juliet Chen

Eric Lam

Ivy Lin

Hang-Ping Chen

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With 31 years of history and over 3,000 active members, NAAAP is comprised of thousands of individual stories about success and determination. This makes us who we are.

The National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that cultivates and empowers Asian American leaders through professional development, education, and networking. NAAAP members work together to make a difference both in their careers and in their communities. Founded in 1982, NAAAP now has a presence in more than 28 cities in the United States and Canada. With more than 3,000 active members, our message of leadership and professional excellence reaches over 20,000 Asian Americans in North America. We make leaders!

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NAAAP is the premier leadership organization for Asian professionals.

NAAAP’s mission is to: Cultivate and empower leaders for professional excellence Connect accomplished professionals for mutual success Engage and participate with the community-at-large Inspire leaders to make a meaningful difference in government, education, business, and society

NAAAP’s Values Leadership: Develop, inspire, and connect leaders Education: Excel at life-long learning Accountability: Honor commitments to deliver value Diversity: Embrace a culture of inclusion and innovation

We Make Leaders!

he National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) was founded 30 years ago in 1982 in New York City. At first, the organization was called the National Association of Young Asian Professionals. The name was soon changed to embrace a broader range of Asian Pacific American (APA) professionals and to better reflect a rapidly changing demographic. The organization at first was rather informal, providing networking opportunities for the post collegiate APA professionals and their families. Its commitment to being an organization for all Asian ethnicities and for all professions made it different from other groups in the city. New chapters sprung up in Boston in 1986 and Chicago in 1987. Together with New York, these three chapters formed the beginnings of NAAAP National. At first, the local officers of the three chapters merely shared ideas and networked at an annual summer retreat, but the benefits of having a structured national entity became apparent. NAAAP National’s 1991 retreat held in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, was more structured and accessible to the general membership. 1991 also saw the creation of the NAAAP National Board. NAAAP National held its first convention during the 1992 Labor Day weekend in Chicago with multiple tracks and programming, corporate sponsors and evening gala events. The Labor Day weekend timing of the convention was a tradition for several years. At the request of sponsors and career fair recruiters, the NAAAP National Convention finally changed to occur over a non-holiday weekend in 2000. The NAAAP National Convention location now rotates among the NAAAP chapters throughout North America. The Houston chapter was founded in 1994. The Asian Management Business Association in Seattle joined NAAAP in 1992, and Club Asean in San Francisco joined in 1996. These chapters officially changed their names to NAAAP Seattle and NAAAP San Francisco in 1999. To make NAAAP available to a wider audience, beginning in 1997, NAAAP National encouraged the development of chapter start-ups (known as Ventures) throughout North America. A few recent successful ventures who have achieved chapter status

include Atlanta (in 2002), North Carolina (in 2006), National Performance Indicators. Philadelphia (2006), and Phoenix (2012). Ventures were renamed Associated Chapters more recently in 2012 as NAAAP national and chapters have always been well. active in community service and fundraising. NAAAP channeled relief aid from the APA community to victims NAAAP Toronto, founded in 1999, became NAAAP’s of 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Also in 2005, first Canadian chapter in 2001, and was the site of the NAAAP launched its first major national fundraiser NAAAP National Convention in 2003. Both Americans to raise money for the victims of tsunami-devastated and Canadians of Asian Pacific Islander heritage share Indonesia, where our ambitious goal of raising $25,000 similar professional needs and challenges, and the growth was surpassed by the generosity of our members who of NAAAP into Canada reflects this. In Canada, gave an astounding $30,000. In 2011, NAAAP National NAAAP is known as the North American Association and its chapters collected nearly $65,000 in donations for of Asian Professionals. NAAAP Toronto had the largest Earthquake ravaged Japan. number of members of all North American chapters from 2010-2013. NAAAP Vancouver is another Canadian In 2007, NAAAP opened its online National Career chapter in growth mode. Center for Asian professionals and corporate employers interested diversity candidates. In 2008, NAAAP As NAAAP grew nationally, its leadership and internal established the NAAAP100 Awards program to honor organization grew accordingly. The NAAAP National Asians from all sectors who further the mission of Asian Administration team expanded from three positions leadership and excellence. in 1991 to nearly 30 today and the National Board transformed from a council of representatives from all full NAAAP celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2012 at chapters to a board of 9 elected members who represent the National Convention and Diversity Career Fair NAAAP chapters across North America. and re-engaged all of its past national presidents. With a staff of volunteer writers, editors, and designers, NAAAP’s first winter retreat in Dallas in 2001 NAAAP also launched an online and print publication, gathered our organization’s top leaders for personal and ALIST Magazine, for its members, sponsors, and other organizational development and strategic development. subscribers. NAAAP’s other national programs include The organization has always had a broad reaching mission: Women in NAAAP! (WIN), Successful Parents in To provide a broad range of professional and educational NAAAP (SPIN), and Fitness in NAAAP Everyday services that meets the needs of individuals, corporations (FINE). and government through the efforts, experiences, talents and dedication of our members. The smaller intimate In 2013, NAAAP is 31 years old and 28 chapters strong. winter retreat was renamed the Leadership Retreat and NAAAP’s ongoing commitment to professional and later renamed the Leadership Academy in 2010. leadership development will help NAAAP and its partners continue to succeed in years to come. However, 2001 marked the first year that the NAAAP National the successes do not happen without the enthusiasm, Convention attracted over $100,000 in corporate innovation and hard work of NAAAP’s members and sponsorship. Today’s Annual NAAAP Convention and sponsors. Be a part of NAAAP’s future as an active Diversity Career Fair, typically scheduled in August of member, sponsor, or officer, and engage in a dialogue each year, is the largest gathering of Asian professionals, with NAAAP through our social media channels, partners, and sponsors in North America. The within your chapter, or through ALIST-Magazine.com. Leadership Institute on the day prior to the beginning of a Convention presents leadership and professional development sessions to hundreds of NAAAP members and Employee Resource Groups of several Fortune 500 companies. In 2003, NAAAP created its National Advisory Board, and was invited to participate on a federal-level committee, under the auspices of the U.S. General Accounting Office, to contribute to a project on Key 69

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Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Assurant Former President & CEO , LEAP Chairman & CEO, IW Group Sector VP, Northrop Grumman Corporation Director of Multicultural Relations, MillerCoors TV Radio Host, Motivational Speaker, Writer Founder and CEO, Engage Her

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