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SUMMARY:APAICS Energy & Commerce Summit
DESCRIPTION:The APAICS Energy & Commerce Summit brings together industry and community leaders alongside Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) Members of Congress to discuss top-line energy and commerce concerns that are affecting the AA & NH/PI community and the nation at-large. \n​During the virtual Summit\, speakers will explore topics ranging from green workforce development\, the current state of the energy landscape\, the future of climate action\, building next generation businesses\, mobility and transportation access\, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence and data centers. Community and industry leaders\, alongside key stakeholders and policymakers\, will discuss the challenges they face and the policy solutions they are developing in response. \n​The 2026 Energy & Commerce Summit will air virtually on July 22 on YouTube. \nPanel Overview \n\nJobs of Tomorrow: Building a Green Workforce for the Future\nThe Energy Landscape: State of Play\, Challenges\, and Solutions\nBuilding Next Generation Businesses\nMobility and Transportation Access in AA & NH/PI Communities
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/apaics-energy-commerce-summit-2/
LOCATION:YouTube\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Conference,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
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SUMMARY:AI - Assisted Career Transition
DESCRIPTION:Navigating a career transition\, re-entering the workforce\, or impacted by recent layoffs? Experience the power of the Ascend network with bi-weekly virtual office hours designed to support career insights\, networking\, and actionable support. \n\nThis week\, Bartholomew Jae\, Co-President of the Ascend New England chapter\, will facilitate the discussion around generative AI and how it can help us discover what we want to do next\, identify and pursue roles that align with those requirements\, and stand out during the interview process.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ai-assisted-career-transition/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Career,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T193000
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SUMMARY:AI in Financial Services: Innovation\, Risk & the Future of Finance
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss AI in Financial Services: Innovation\, Risk & the Future of Finance\, an exclusive gathering of senior leaders exploring how AI is reshaping the financial services industry. \n AABDC Member Exclusive: Use discount code AIFIN2026 to receive $20 off your registration. \n Hosted by AABDC and TD Securities\, the event will bring together executives across finance\, fintech\, and technology to discuss real-world AI implementation\, governance and compliance considerations\, risk management strategies\, and the opportunities that lie ahead for the industry. \n Speakers Lineup \n\n\nDan Bosman\, SVP and CIO\, TD Securities & Payments \n\n\nAmy Chou\, Chief Operating Officer\, Addition Wealth \n\n\nWill Hicks\, Head of FIS Global Retirement\, FIS \n\n\nMahesh Krishnamurti\, Founder & CEO\, Thought Leadership Capital \n\n\nRutvik Patel\, Director\, Strategy & Planning and U.S. Lead of the Asian Employee Network\, TD Securities \n\n\nChristina Petrou\, Chief Operating Officer\, TD Securities \n\n\nTonet Santana\, Managing Director\, Head of Payments Product\, TD \n\n\nRohan Thapar\, Product Lead\, AWS 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ai-in-financial-services-innovation-risk-the-future-of-finance/
LOCATION:TD Securities\, 1 Vanderbilt Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Conference,Economics,In Person,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T193000
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SUMMARY:AI on Main Street: How Chinatown's Small Businesses Are Using AI - #NYTechWeek
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Chinatown was designated by Governor Hochul as New York State’s AI training hub for small businesses. We’ve been putting that mandate to work in Chinatown\, training local shop owners\, many of them immigrants running legacy businesses for decades\, to actually use AI in their work. Come hear from the owners about what they’ve been doing\, talk with the technologists who worked with them\, and grab some food and drinks with us. This event is a part of #NYTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ai-on-main-street-how-chinatowns-small-businesses-are-using-ai-nytechweek/
LOCATION:Welcome to Chinatown\, 115 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
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SUMMARY:Founders Night + Live Q&A on  Digital Marketing & Business Growth (Hoboken NJ)
DESCRIPTION:South Asian Founders Night: Digital marketing Q&A panel with Meenakshi Lala & Bhavdeep Kaur\, and networking. Connect\, learn\, grow.\n\n\nJoin us for an intimate evening of connection\, insight\, and collaboration with South Asian founders at The Rising Collective by Jasmine Kaur. \nThis curated gathering brings together South Asian immigrant founders\, entrepreneurs\, and creatives across New Jersey and New York City for a live conversation on digital growth—how brands are built\, audiences are grown\, and ideas turn into businesses. \nThe evening will feature a Live Panel Conversation with founders and creators sharing real-world insights on building in the digital age\, followed by open netwroking. \nYour ticket includes access to this intimate experience\, along with appetizers\, dinner\, and drinks. \nFeaturing:\n\nMeenakshi Lala\, CEO\, UrbanStems\nBhavdeep Kaur\, Founder\, Youngberry & Content Creator\n\nIn conversation with Jasmine Kaur\, Founder of Rising Collective Inc. and host of The Rising Immigrant. \nWhether you’re a founder\, an aspiring entrepreneur\, or simply curious about building something of your own\, this night is about community\, creativity\, and rising together. \nAbout Rising Collective Inc.\nRising Collective Inc.\, founded by Jasmine Kaur\, is a media and community platform focused on storytelling at the intersection of culture\, identity\, and the immigrant experience. \nThrough conversations\, content\, and curated events\, Rising Collective brings together founders\, creators\, and professionals to share real stories of building\, growth\, and resilience. \nIts mission is to create spaces where the next generation of South Asians can connect\, learn\, and see what’s possible—while building meaningful networks and opportunities along the way.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/founders-night-live-qa-on-digital-marketing-business-growth/
LOCATION:Halifax\, 225 River Street\, Hoboken\, NJ\, 07030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person
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SUMMARY:Next-Gen Entrepreneurs: Leadership Evaluation Forum for Emerging Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Step into a real founder room at NYU. Watch live venture pitches\, hear unfiltered feedback from investors\, and connect with ambitious minds.\n\n\nNext-Gen Entrepreneurs: Leadership Evaluation Forum for Emerging Innovators\n  \nPresented by The Association for the Protection of Asian Women in America in collaboration with Women Empowerment & Leadership Alliance\, this exclusive forum brings together a distinguished network of emerging entrepreneurs\, investors\, and global leaders to foster innovation\, leadership\, and cross-industry collaboration. \nSelected entrepreneurs will present their ventures for formal evaluation by an esteemed panel of judges\, receiving expert insights\, strategic feedback\, and recognition for high-potential innovation and leadership.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/next-gen-entrepreneurs-leadership-evaluation-forum-for-emerging-innovators/
LOCATION:Kimmel Center for University Life\, 60 Washington Square South\, New York\, NY\, 10012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Conference,In Person,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
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SUMMARY:THE CAREER ACCELERATION SUMMIT Career Capital: Building Your Next Move
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to level up your career game and build the skills that’ll launch your next big move.\n\n\nThe EliteLink Women Summit 2026 is a curated\, one-day leadership and strategy gathering designed for modern women navigating multiple identities- entrepreneur\, executive\, investor\, creator\, partner\, and future leader. \nCareer Capital: Building Your Next Move\n​Hosted by EliteLink Women Foundation \n​📅 April 25\, 2026\n📍 55 Broadway\, New York City\n🌐 www.elitelinkwomen.com \n​\nThe Future of Your Career Will Not Be Linear.\n​It Will Be Strategic.\n​The most successful women today are not just climbing ladders. \n​They are building career capital — influence\, networks\, ownership\, and opportunities that compound over time. \n​On April 25th in New York City\, the EliteLink Women Foundation will bring together 200+ extraordinary women leaders\, founders\, investors\, and rising changemakers for an immersive one-day summit designed to help you accelerate your next move. \n​This is not another networking event. \n​This is where strategy meets opportunity — and where the next chapter of your career begins. \n​\nWhat You’ll Gain\n​Build Real Wealth \n​Learn how women leaders are moving beyond salary to create ownership\, equity\, and long-term financial power. \n​Think Like a Founder \n​Adopt the entrepreneurial mindset that allows professionals to create opportunities instead of waiting for them. \n​Elevate Your Personal Brand \n​Position yourself as a thought leader and industry authority in an era where visibility drives opportunity. \n​Lead in the Age of AI \n​Understand how emerging technologies are reshaping industries — and how you can stay ahead. \n​Expand a Powerful Network \n​Connect with 200 curated founders\, executives\, investors\, and innovators in a high-trust environment designed for meaningful relationships. \n​\nWho Will Be in the Room\n​This summit gathers a powerful mix of women shaping the future across industries. \n​You’ll meet: \n​• Founders building high-growth companies\n• Corporate executives leading global organizations\n• Investors and venture leaders\n• Next-generation entrepreneurs and creators\n• Professionals ready to make their next big move \n​The result is a room filled with ambition\, insight\, and opportunity. \n​\nSpecial Opportunity\n​Female Founders Showcase & Growth Cohort\n​The EliteLink Women Foundation will select 5 outstanding women founders to present their ventures at the summit. \n​📍 Live Founder Showcase — April 25\, New York City \n​Selected founders will present their company in front of 200 curated executives\, investors\, and industry leaders. \n​Selected Founders Receive \n​• Complimentary premium showcase space\n• Direct access to investors and strategic partners\n• Strategic advisory support through a post-Summit growth cohort\n• Visibility within the EliteLink global network \n​This is a rare opportunity to accelerate your startup with real connections and strategic support. \n​📌 Application Deadline: April \n​Apply here:\nhttps://www.elitelinkwomen.com/showcaseapplication \n​\nWhy EliteLink Women Foundation\n​EliteLink Women Foundation is building a global ecosystem for ambitious women across entrepreneurship\, leadership\, and innovation. \n​Through curated programs\, education initiatives\, and strategic gatherings\, we connect women with the networks\, knowledge\, and opportunities needed to thrive. \n​Our mission is simple: \n​When visionary women collaborate\, extraordinary impact happens. \n  \n​Join Us in New York\n​If you are ready to: \n​• Expand your influence\n• Build meaningful career capital\n• Connect with powerful women leaders\n• Take your next professional leap \n​Then this summit is designed for you. \n​Seats are limited to maintain a curated experience.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-career-acceleration-summit-career-capital-building-your-next-move/
LOCATION:55 Broadway\, 55 Broadway\, FL 1 The Mezzanine\, New York\, NY\, 10006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
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SUMMARY:Legacy in Transition: Community-Centric Small Business Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:Come learn and interact with a panel of small business owners who have taken different approaches to succession planning and legacy business ownership. \nWe’ll talk about passing it on to family members\, selling to an employee or community member\, or converting it to a worker owned cooperative business. \nWhether you’re a business owner considering transition\, an individual considering taking over a business\, or simply care about the future of small businesses in NYC\, this event is for you. \nBites from Sonbul + drinks from DONNA will be served\, and participants will go home with produce from our grab + go bins\, courtesy of Tay Shing!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/legacy-in-transition-community-centric-small-business-succession-planning/
LOCATION:Welcome to Chinatown\, 115 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T130000
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SUMMARY:Leading with Impact: Celebrating Asian American Voices in the Boardroom
DESCRIPTION:Asian American women remain underrepresented in corporate boardrooms\, yet those who serve bring strategic insight\, cultural fluency\, board leadership\, and drive long-term value creation. \nLeading with Impact: Celebrating Asian American Voices in the Boardroom convenes accomplished board leaders Jane Li and Judy Lee\, moderated by Lisa Lim\, for a candid conversation on serving on public and private equity–backed company boards in the U.S. and globally. \nDrawing from decades of executive and boardroom experience\, the speakers will explore board readiness\, governance dynamics\, upcoming governance trends and the evolving responsibilities of directors in this rapidly changing world—while addressing how their Asian American cultural backgrounds\, experiences\, and leadership styles positively influence board effectiveness. \nDesigned for board directors\, C-Suite and senior executives\, entrepreneurs and aspiring directors\, PE executives and venture capitalists\, this webinar offers practical insights in an increasingly complex global and AI-driven business environment. \nKEY DISCUSSION THEMES\n– Pathways from executive leadership to board service\n– Tips on how to pursue corporate and public company boards\n– Differences between serving in U.S. and international boards\n– Effective board leadership and culture\n– Key challenges and priorities for boards in 2026\n– The future of boards: growth strategy and risk management in the age of AI\, emerging risks and greater global volatility
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/leading-with-impact-celebrating-asian-american-voices-in-the-boardroom/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T190000
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SUMMARY:Conversation with Henry Tang\, Pioneering Investment Banker and Founder\, Committee of 100
DESCRIPTION:Henry Tang\nPioneering Investment Banker and Founder\, Committee of 100\nMarch 3\, 2026 at 6 pm ET.\n\n\n  \nDear Friends\, \n  \nWe are pleased to invite you to attend the 11th Committee of 100 Conversations – “Recollections\, Pioneers and Heroes” event. This program features interviews of Chinese Americans who have contributed to the success of America through their pioneering efforts\, heroic achievements\, or recollections of important events. Each interview will start with a live broadcast\, followed by video and podcast recordings that will be available as part of a library of the interviews. \n  \nChinese Americans have contributed greatly to advance the success of this country in many walks of life – science\, the arts\, agriculture\, philanthropy\, political leadership\, architecture\, business\, and more. \n  \nThis Committee of 100 Conversations event will feature one of the founders of the Committee of 100\, Henry Tang\, who will talk about the founding of the organization\, his own personal histories\, the impact that the organization has had over the years\, and the important role that the Committee of 100 hopes to continue to have far into the future. \n  \nFounded 37 years ago\, the Committee of 100 is a non-profit\, non-partisan membership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, science\, technology\, and the arts. The organization was formed following the aftermath of Tiananmen Square. At the urging of Dr. Henry Kissinger\, renowned architect I.M. Pei assembled an exceptional group of Chinese Americans to address the critical issues impacting the Chinese community in America and help foster positive relations between the U.S. and Greater China. This group of luminaries — Yo-Yo Ma\, I.M. Pei\, Henry S. Tang\, Oscar Tang\, Chien Shiung Wu\, and Shirley Young — became the first generation of Committee of 100 members. \n  \nCommittee of 100’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in promoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community; and advancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China. \n  \nPeter Young\, Chair of the Initiative and a Committee of 100 Member\, will be the moderator. The fireside chat will be held on March 3\, 2026 from 6:00 pm Eastern Time to 6:45 pm Eastern Time. There is no fee for the webcast. Please register at https://c100-3-3-2026.eventbrite.com. The video recording and podcast will be published thereafter and will be available on the Committee of 100 website. \nWe hope you will join us. Thank you! \nBest regards\,\nCommittee of 100 \n  \nCommittee of 100 Conversations\nRecollections\, Pioneers and Heroes \nMarch 3\, 2026 Webcast \n▦ Topic: \n“The Founding of the Committee of 100” \n  \n▦ Speakers: \nHenry Tang \nManaging Partner of Carnegie Towers Strategic Investment Advisory \nCo-Founder of the Committee of 100 \n  \n▦ Moderator: \nPeter Young\, CEO\, Young & Partners\, Committee of 100 \n▦ Time: \n6:00 pm Eastern Time \n  \nDuring this webcast\, our speaker will talk about his career as a pioneer in investment banking\, but will focus primarily on the events that led to the founding of the Committee of 100\, the formation of its twin missions\, the rationale of its structure\, the early recruitment of members\, its activities over the years\, the significant impact it has had overtime and today\, and the future expectations that the members and the leadership have for the organization. \n  \nThe interview will be moderated by Peter Young\, Committee of 100 member and Chair of the Committee of 100 Conversations Program. The broadcast will be 45 minutes long. \nThere is no fee and you can register at: https://c100-3-3-2026.eventbrite.com \n▦ Speaker Bios: \nHenry Tang \nManaging Partner of Carnegie Towers Strategic Investment Advisory \nCo-Founder of the Committee of 100 \n  \nHenry Tang is a seasoned 30-year investment banking veteran of Wall Street having participated in and observed the global transformation of the capital markets. As a securities management executive an one of the early Chinese American senior financial executives\, he has been engaged in global investment and banking activities in Europe\, Asia and the U.S. for several of the largest Wall Street investment banks including Salomon Brothers\, Lehman Brothers and Prudential. \nHenry Tang’s business experiences have also been enhanced by a broad participation in numerous public and community activities. He has been active in many efforts to help bridge cultural and economic understanding between the China region and the U.S. and between Chinese Americans in the U.S. \nTogether with I.M. Pei\, Yo-Yo Ma\, and a group of prominent Americans of Chinese heritage\, Mr. Tang helped found the Committee of 100\, whose 159 person membership now includes Computer Associates CEO Charles Wang and renowned AIDS researcher Dr. David Ho\, to help create a better understanding of American and Chinese cultural and economic events. \nIn addition\, Mr. Tang also has a long-standing commitment towards fostering conditions for the advancement of Asians into senior leadership positions in business\, politics\, academia\, medicine\, science\, and government. Several years ago\, President George H.W. Bush appointed him to the Federal Glass Ceiling Commission chaired by then Labor Secretary Lynn Martin. \n  \nMr. Tang has also served as a director of the Committee on Economic Development\, the Federation of Protestant Agencies\, the Chinese American Planning Council\, the Asian Financial Society\, and the Chinese American Executive Forum. He also served as a member of the New York-Beijing Sister City Commission. In 1987\, Mayor Edward Koch granted him the Ethnic New Yorker Award. He is also the first recipient of the Asian American Business Achievement Award. In 1994\, he was awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. \n  \n  \n▦ Moderator and Chair of the Committee of 100 Conversations Program\nPeter Young \nCEO\, Young & Partners \nCommittee of 100 Member\, New York Regional Chair and Board Member \nPeter Young is CEO of Young & Partners\, a boutique corporate strategy and investment banking firm focused on the life science and chemical industries. He manages the firm and is actively involved in client transactions and financings. Under his leadership\, Young & Partners has established and maintained its position as a highly regarded firm serving the corporate strategy\, M&A\, restructuring and financing needs of clients worldwide. He was previously head of industry groups at Salomon Brothers\, Schroders and Lehman Brothers\, a senior private equity executive with J.H. Whitney & Co. and a senior member of Bain & Co.\, the corporate strategy firm. \nMr. Young received a BA in Economics from Yale\, an MS in Accounting from NYU\, and MBA from Harvard Business School where he graduated with Distinction as a Baker Scholar. He is a CPA and a Chartered Global Management Accountant. He serves on a number of boards of directors\, both corporate and non-profit and is a board member of Société de Chimie Industrielle\, a leading life science and chemical industry non-profit organization and on the Editorial Advisory Board of Pharmaceutical Executive. \n  \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 35 years ago.\nThe Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \n\nPromoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community\nAdvancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China\n\nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. \n  \n  \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations\nMailing: Committee of 100\, 28 West 44th Street\, Suite 1014\, New York\, NY 10036 \nT: (212) 371-6565 \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/c100-conversations-recollections-pioneers-and-heroes-henry-tang/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Interview,Professional Development,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Asian American Career Ceilings  “Advice and Networking Event - Finance"
DESCRIPTION:The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative\n“Advice and Networking Event – “Finance”\n\n\nThe Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n“An Advice and Networking Event (Finance)” \nFebruary 25\, 2026 from 6 pm ET to 7:15 pm ET \n  \nWe are pleased to invite you to the 54th event organized by the Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative. This virtual event will enable Asian Americans of all ages to get valuable career advice from experienced and successful Asian Americans in the Finance industry. We have been holding this event for different professions in the past and will continue to do so in the future. \nWe will start with welcoming comments and introduction to the advisors\, followed by virtual breakout rooms where the experienced Asian American advisors will host individual breakout rooms that attendees can join. The attendees will have a list of the experienced advisors in advance and will be able to choose which breakout rooms they want to visit to get career advice and to ask questions. We will have breakout rooms for the different areas of finance. The attendees will be able to move from room to room as they wish. \nThis will be a unique opportunity to explore these professions with experienced practitioners and make personal connections. Discussions will be frank and informative as each breakout room host will answer your questions and share personal insights about their functional area\, including both the upsides and the downsides. \nWe hope this event will help those of you who are either just starting out or are in the early to mid-stages of their career to enhance their career planning. We hope that this event will you overcome obstacles and to accelerate your careers. \nIf you would like to join us for this networking/advisory event\, please register at: \nRegistration: https://c100-2-25-2026.eventbrite.com \nRegards\, \nPeter Young \nChair\, Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n  \nUpcoming Asian American Career Ceilings Advice and Networking events: \n· Investing Advice and Networking Event on March 11 at 6 pm ET \n· Arts and Entertainment Advice and Networking Event on April 8 at 6 pm ET \n  \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 37 years ago. \nThe Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \nPromoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community; \nAdvancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China. \nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. You can reach the headquarters office at 212-371-6565. \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations \n28 West 44th Street\, Suite 1014\, New York\, NY 10036 \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-career-ceilings-advice-and-networking-event-finance-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Professional Development,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Advisors - Asian American Career Ceilings “Advice and Networking - Finance"
DESCRIPTION:The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative\n“Advice and Networking Event – Finance” on Feb 18\, 2026\nCall for Advisors\n\n\nThe Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n“Advice and Networking Event – Finance” on February 18\, 2026 \nCall for Advisor Volunteers \n  \nThe Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative has been hosting a series of Advice and Networking events covering different professions. These one hour virtual events enable Asian Americans of all ages to get valuable career advice from experienced and successful Asian Americans. Our previous Advice and Networking events covered technology\, finance\, investing and consulting. \n  \nWe are seeking senior advisor volunteers who are at the “vice president’ equivalent or higher in their organizations who can provide advice to the attendees of these events. There is no advanced preparation required. \n  \nIf you are interested in serving as an experienced advisor for the following event\, please let use the registration link below: \n  \nFebruary 18 at 6 pm ET – (Finance) https://c100-2-18-2026-advisor.eventbrite.com \n  \nWe use a virtual “ballrooms” where the experienced Asian American advisors host individual breakout rooms that attendees can join. The attendees have a list of the experienced advisors in advance and are able to choose the breakout rooms they want to visit to get career advice and to ask questions. \n  \nWe will contact you well in advance of the event you choose to provide you with logistical details. \n  \nThank you for your generosity\, \n  \nPeter Young \nCommittee of 100 Member\, Board Member and New York Regional Chair \nChair\, Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n  \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 35 years ago. \nThe Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \nPromoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community; \nAdvancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China. \nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. You can reach the headquarters office at 212-371-6565. \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations \n28 West 44th Street\, Suite 1014\, New York\, NY 10036 \nT: (212) 371-6565 \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations \n28 West 44th Street\, Suite 1014\, New York\, NY 10036 \nT: (212) 371-6565 \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-career-ceilings-advice-and-networking-event-finance/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Professional Development,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Career Ceilings Masterclass  "Personal Marketing and Mentorship"
DESCRIPTION:Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Masterclass\nFebruary 17 from 6 pm ET to 7 pm ET\n\n\nDear Friends\, \nWe are pleased to invite you to attend the 53rd Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative event\, featuring a Masterclass for Individuals on “Personal Marketing and Mentorship” \nThroughout the many events we have held over the years\, one of the observations that comes out repeatedly is the importance of engaging in effective personal marketing\, having a strong network inside and outside of the organizations that you are part of\, and developing mentors. This event will feature insights from three accomplished panelists who have expertise on this topic from their current professional responsibilities as well as their own personal careers: Raj Gupta\, Co-Chair of the Board of Advisors\, Johns Hopkins GUPTA-KLINSKY India Institute; Former CEO\, Rohm and Hass; Bob Lee\, Chairman of the Board\, Blue Shield of California; and Deb Liu\, former President & CEO of Ancestry. \nPeter Young\, Committee of 100 Board Member and New York Regional Chair\, and Chair of the Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative\, will moderate. \nAfter the conclusion of the fireside chat\, there will be a Q&A session during which members of the audience may ask questions. \n  \nThe webinar will be held on February 17\, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Eastern Time / 5 pm to 6 pm Central Time / 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Pacific Time. There is no fee for the webcast. Please register at https://c100-2-17-2026.eventbrite.com \nWe hope you will join us. \nBest regards\,\nPeter Young \nChair\, Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \nCommittee of 100 Member and New York Regional Chairman \n  \nCommittee of 100\nAsian American Career Ceilings Initiative \nFebruary 17\, 2026 Webcast \n▦ Topic: “Personal Marketing and Mentorship” \n▦ Speakers: \nRaj Gupta\, Co-Chair of the Board of Advisors\, Johns Hopkins GUPTA-KLINSKY India Institute; Former CEO\, Rohm and Hass \nBob Lee\, Chairman of the Board\, Blue Shield of California \nDeb Liu\, former President & CEO of Ancestry \n  \n▦ Moderator: Peter Young\, Committee of 100 Board Member and New York Regional Chair\, and Chair of the Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n▦ Time: 6:00 pm EST \n  \nAsian Americans succeed at the entry and the middle ranks of many professions\, but consistently do not do as well in the senior ranks. Over the last five years\, Committee of 100 has hosted many webcasts\, seminars and summits that have brought experts forward to share their research and individuals from many different fields\, genders and age groups to discuss their experiences\, observations and solutions. Two years ago\, we started a Masterclass Series for Individuals that features speakers who provide tutorials and advice to help individuals succeed in their careers. \n  \nThroughout the many events we have held over the years\, one of the observations that comes out repeatedly is the importance of engaging in effective personal marketing\, having a strong network inside and outside of the organizations that you are part of\, and developing mentors. This event will feature insights from three accomplished panelists who have expertise on this topic from their current professional responsibilities as well as their own personal careers. \n  \nThe webinar will be one hour long. The audience will have the opportunity to ask questions during the last ten minutes of the webinar. \nThere is no fee and you can register at: https://c100-2-17-2026.eventbrite.com \n▦ Speaker Bios: \nRaj Gupta\, Co-Chair of the Board of Advisors\, Johns Hopkins GUPTA-KLINSKY India Institute; Former CEO\, Rohm and Hass \nRaj Gupta was born in a small village in Uttar Pradesh\, India. As a 22-year-old in Spring 1968\, he came to the United States with only $8 in his pocket to do graduate studies in Operations Research/Computer Science at Cornell. He built a 39-year career at the global Fortune 500 specialty materials company Rohm and Haas\, where he retired as Chairman and CEO in April 2009. \nOver his career\, he has served as a director at 15 public companies across a wide range of industries\, including Hewlett Packard\, DuPont\, Arconic/Howmet\, Delphi/Aptiv\, Airgas\, Tyco and Avantor. He also held long-term Board Chair positions at Delphi/Aptiv (7 years) and Avantor (12 years)\, both Fortune 500 companies. In addition\, he has served on the boards of six private companies\, including Vanguard Group\, IRI\, StrozFriedberg\, and Aceto. Raj received a BTech(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from IITBombay in 1967\, followed by an MS in Operations Research/Computer Science from Cornell in 1969 and an MBA in Finance in 1971 from Drexel University. \nAfter retiring from Rohm and Haas Company\, Raj and his wife Kamla established their family’s Ujala Foundation (which means “light” in Hindi)\, focusing on education and healthcare\, equally directed to India and the U.S. Since its inception\, the Ujala Foundation has contributed towards an endowed professor at Hopkins\, initial funding for the Drexel University Gupta Governance Institute\, fellowships at Drexel’s Business School and Cornell University’s School of Biomedical Engineering\, and other causes\, including Raj’s alma mater IITBombay\, and several civic and cultural organizations in India\, such as Pratham and AIF\, and the United States\, such as the Philadelphia Zoo\, Philadelphia Art Museum\, and the Franklin Institute. To date\, the Johns Hopkins Gupta-Klinsky India Institute represents the Ujala Foundation’s single largest commitment. \nRaj and Kamla split their time between suburban Philadelphia\, PA and Bonita Springs\, FL. They are parents to two daughts and grandparents to three boys. Raj documented his personal and professional journey in a book titled Eight Dollars and a Dream: My American Journey\, written in collaboration with Syd Havely and published in 2016. \nBob Lee\, Chairman of the Board\, Blue Shield of California \nAt the time of his retirement from Pacific Bell (now a part of AT&T) in May 1998\, Bob was a corporate Executive Vice President and President of Business Communications Services\, a business unit which included responsibility for $3B in revenue\, $1B in direct expense\, 15\,000 employees and the establishment of two new subsidiaries: Pacific Bell Internet Services and Pacific Bell Network Integration. \nDuring his twenty-six year career\, he managed work groups in operations\, sales\, and marketing. Among his specific jobs at Pacific Bell\, he was the Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for five years from 1987-1992. In this capacity\, he was responsible for all brand management\, product management\, market strategy and sales for the consumer and business markets. Several major accomplishments in this role were the expansion of distribution channels to sales agents (a first among the regional Bell operating companies) and extensive market segmentation which had major implications to products and channels. Both measures resulted in revenue growth rates greater than the overall national telecommunications market. In 1997\, he negotiated the deal with the San Francisco Giants that resulted in naming their ballpark\, “Pacific Bell Park.” \nBob is currently a director for two companies. Blue Shield of California is a not-for-profit company with revenues of approximately $14B. He has been on the board since November of 2004. He has been the Chairman of the Board since 2012. Broadvision (NASDAQ: BVSN) is an e-commerce software company with revenues in the $60M range. He has been on the board since September 2004. He chairs the compensation committee and serves on the audit committee. \nBob is also active in several nonprofit groups. He is the former Chairman of the Board of Youth Tennis Advantage\, a nonprofit group serving Bay Area inner city kids with tennis and tutoring. He is also the former Chairman of the Committee of 100\, a national non-profit group promoting strong U.S.-China relations and advancing the interests of the Chinese American community in the U.S. He is also a past board member of the Asian Pacific Fund\, serving the Asian American nonprofit community in the Bay Area. Additionally\, he is a member of the Board of Councilors for U.S.C.’s School of Engineering. Currently\, he is serving as a Big Brother in the Big Brother/Big Sister Program of the Bay Area. \nBob received his Bachelor’s of Science degree from the University of Southern California in 1970. He received his MBA from U.C. Berkeley in 1972. In his spare time\, Bob enjoys tennis\, golf and travelling. He and his wife\, Carolyn\, live in Moraga\, California. They have two grown daughters who have families of their own. \nDeb Liu\, former President & CEO of Ancestry \nPrior to joining Ancestry\, Deb was a senior executive at Facebook where she created and led Facebook’s Marketplace\, where millions of people buy and sell from one another. She also led the development of Facebook’s first mobile ad product for apps and its mobile ad network\, in addition to building the company’s games business and its payments platform\, including Facebook Pay. Named by PaymentsSource as one of the most influential women in payments and one of Business Insider’s most powerful female engineers\, Deb has worked in the tech industry for over 18 years. Prior to Facebook\, she spent several years in product roles at PayPal and eBay\, including leading the integration between the two products. \nActively involved with promoting diversity and women in tech\, she is the founder of Women In Product\, a nonprofit to connect and support women in the product management field. Deb serves on the board of Intuit\, and she’s a seed investor and advisor to several startups. She also holds several payments and commerce-related patents. \nDeb received a BS in Civil Engineering from Duke University and an MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. She lives in California with her husband and three children\, and she enjoys chronicling their family adventures in her Mommy School comic. \n  \n▦ Moderator: \nPeter Young \nCEO and President\, Young & Partners \nCommittee of 100 Member \nPeter Young is CEO and President of Young & Partners\, a corporate strategy and boutique investment banking firm focused on the life science and chemical industries. He manages the firm and is actively involved in client transactions and financings. Under his leadership\, Young & Partners has established and maintained its position as a highly regarded firm serving the corporate strategy\, M&A\, restructuring and financing needs of clients worldwide. He was previously head of industry groups at Salomon Brothers\, Schroders and Lehman Brothers\, a senior private equity executive with J.H. Whitney & Co. and a senior member of Bain & Co.\, the corporate strategy firm. \nMr. Young received a BA in Economics from Yale\, an MS in Accounting from NYU\, and MBA from Harvard Business School where he graduated as a Baker Scholar. He is a CPA and a Chartered Global Management Accountant. He serves on a number of boards of directors\, both corporate and non-profit and is President and board member of Société de Chimie Industrielle\, a leading life science and chemical industry non-profit organization. \n  \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 36 years ago. \nThe Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \n● Promoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community; \n● Advancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China. \nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations\nMailing: Committee of 100\, 28 West 44th Street\, Suite 1014\, New York\, NY 10036 \nT: (212) 371-6565 \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/career-ceilings-masterclass-personal-marketing-and-mentorship/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Professional Development,Virtual
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SUMMARY:AABDC Lunar New Year Celebration - the Year of the Horse
DESCRIPTION:2026 AABDC Lunar New Year Celebration – the Year of the Horse | Feb 12\, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Federal Hall National Memorial\, 15 Pine St\, New York\, NY 10005\, USA \n\n\nFederal Hall National Memorial\, 15 Pine St\, New York\, NY 10005\, USA \n\n\n\n\nAbout the event \n\n\n\nIn 2026\, AABDC is thrilled to celebrate the Year of the Horse in partnership with America250 at the historic Federal Hall National Memorial. This celebration is especially meaningful as 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, marking America’s Semiquincentennial. \n This Lunar New Year gathering will bring together community leaders\, partners\, and friends to honor Asian cultural heritage and celebrate the strength\, resilience\, and lasting contributions of the Asian American community. Set against one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks\, the evening will be a shared celebration of tradition\, connection\, and progress. \nDress Code: Festive Attire or Business Casual
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/aabdc-lunar-new-year-celebration-the-year-of-the-horse/
LOCATION:Federal Hall National Memorial\, 15 Pine St\, New York\, NY\, 10005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Festival,In Person,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000
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SUMMARY:“Findings of the Asian American Career Ceilings Survey - Part II” Dec 11
DESCRIPTION:Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings event on December 11 at 6 pm ET.\n\n\nWe are pleased to invite you to attend the 52nd Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative event on the “Findings of the Asian American Career Ceilings Survey – Part II” on December 11 at 6 pm ET and will cover breakdowns of the results by gender\, age group\, seniority and profession and what the respondents said about what solution(s) they believe should be implemented by companies\, government agencies\, etc. to counter Asian American Career obstacles and examples of incidents that they experienced. Part I will cover the key findings for the surveyed group as a whole and will be held on December 3 at 6 PM ET. \nThere have been very few surveys done in a professional manner on the issue of Asian American Career Ceilings that seek to capture the opinions and experiences of Asian Americans. Although an informal survey was conducted more than a year ago\, the decision was made to do a formal survey that was completed in November. The results are thought provoking and should be valuable to both individuals striving to be successful and for policy makers who are tackling this problem. \nThe survey posed the following questions: \n· Do you feel that your career success has been impeded in any way because of your ethnicity? \n· If so\, what form of career disadvantage do you feel you have been subjected to (check all that apply): \n· What do you feel was the cause of the career disadvantage? \n· Over the last five years\, on a scale of 0 to 10\, at what level of severity do you feel that you have been subject to Asian American Career Ceilings obstacles (0 = no impact and 10 = severe impact)? \n· Do you feel that the current tensions between the U.S. and China and the Asia hate incidences have had any impact on your career success? 0 to 10 scale (0 = no impact and 10 -= severe impact) \n· Share a specific incident that you experienced that you feel is an example of an Asian American Career obstacle. \n· Share your view of what solution(s) you believe should be implemented by companies\, government agencies\, etc. to counter Asian American Career obstacles. \n  \nSpecial thanks to Jeremy Wu\, a Committee of 100 member\, for his review of the methodologies we used and the technical validity of the results\,  Jeremy was a senior executive and manager with the federal government\, retiring from the Census Bureau after also serving at the Departments of Transportation\, Energy\, and Agriculture. \nHis pioneering Big Data work at the Census Bureau included an online mapping and reporting application that was recognized as a major U.S. statistical innovation at the United Nations in 2009. \nPart I will be held on December 3\, 2025 at 6:00 pm Eastern Time / 5 pm Central Time / 3:00 pm Pacific Time. There is no fee to attend this webcast. Please register for Part I at https://c100-12-3-2025.eventbrite.com \nPart II will be held on December 11\, 2025 at 6:00 pm Eastern Time / 5 pm Central Time / 3:00 pm Pacific Time. There is no fee to attend this webcast. Please register for Part II at https://c100-12-11-2025.eventbrite.com \n▦ Presenter   Peter Young \nChair\, Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \nCommittee of 100 Member and Board Member \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 37 years ago. \nThe Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \n● Promoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community; \n● Advancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China. \nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. \n  \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations\nMailing: Committee of 100\, 28 West 44th Street\, Suite 1014\, New York\, NY 10036 \nT: (212) 371-6565
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/findings-of-the-asian-american-career-ceilings-survey-part-ii-dec-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Virtual,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T200000
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SUMMARY:Book Talk: The Nvidia Way: Jensen Huang and the Making of a Tech Giant
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Tae Kim\, author of The Nvidia Way: Jensen Huang and the Making of a Tech Giant. Now as the world’s leading AI chipmaker\, Nvidia offers a fascinating window into the new era of global entrepreneurship vis-à-vis its partnership with Korea; Nvidia’s commitment to provide 260\,000 GPUs to South Korean companies redefines the strength of innovative cooperation across mobility\, manufacturing\, and robotics. This conversation will take you inside the forces shaping our AI-powered future and offer fresh insights into the culture\, strategy\, and leadership behind Nvidia’s rise as a global technology leader. \nIn person or you can get a recording of event
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-nvidia-way-jensen-huang-and-the-making-of-a-tech-giant/
LOCATION:The Korea Society\, 350 Madison Avenue\, 24th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10017
CATEGORIES:Book,Business,In Person,Technology
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T210000
DTSTAMP:20251114T214508Z
CREATED:20251113T162849Z
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SUMMARY:IndiXspark 2.0: Immigration\, Economy & AI
DESCRIPTION:IndiXspark 2.0\, a gathering that amplifies immigrant voices and highlights the intersection of immigration\, innovation\, and AI in shaping our collective future. The event brings together thought leaders\, creators\, and advocates driving change through storytelling and technology. IndiXspark 2.0 that inspires dialogue\, elevate diverse perspectives\, and foster meaningful connections across disciplines.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/indixspark-2-0-immigration-economy-ai-immigration-economy-ai/
LOCATION:Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan\, USA\, 305 7th Ave 17th Fl\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Film,Food,In Person,Legal,Networking,Panel,Storytelling,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T193000
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SUMMARY:Raj Subramaniam\, President and CEO of FedEx
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth\, one-on-one dialogue between Raj Subramaniam\, President and CEO of FedEx Corporation\, and CNBC’s global markets correspondent Seema Mody. The conversation delves into Subramaniam’s dynamic leadership philosophy\, his bold strategic vision for guiding one of the world’s largest transportation and logistics companies\, and his approach to navigating the complexities of today’s global economy. As FedEx plays a critical role in powering global supply chains\, this interview reveals how Subramaniam drives cutting-edge innovation\, cultivates a people-centric culture\, and harnesses advanced data-driven technologies to revolutionize the logistics industry. \nReception 5:30-6:30 PM\nProgram 6:30-7:30 PM \nSpeakers\nRaj Subramaniam is the President and CEO of FedEx Corporation\, a global leader in transportation and logistics. Joining FedEx in 1991 as a marketing analyst in Memphis\, Subramaniam rose through various leadership roles\, including Vice President of Marketing for Asia-Pacific (1996–2003)\, Regional President of FedEx Canada (2003–2006)\, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications (2006–2013)\, and Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications (2013–2019). He became President and CEO of FedEx Express in 2019\, then COO of FedEx Corporation\, before assuming the CEO role. He has been a member of the FedEx Board of Directors since 2020 and chairs its Executive and Strategic Management Committees. Subramaniam is proficient in English\, Hindi\, Tamil\, and Malayalam. Subramaniam’s leadership emphasizes empathy\, adaptability\, and people-centric innovation\, drawing from his Indian heritage and global experience in cities like Hong Kong\, Toronto\, and Memphis. He also serves on advisory boards\, including the U.S.-India Business Council and the U.S.-China Business Council\, advocating for business as a force for global stability. \nSeema Mody is a technology and global markets correspondent for CNBC\, focusing on the intersection of foreign policy\, Silicon Valley and Wall Street. Given her experience reporting overseas\, she helps synthesize complex international stories for CNBC’s investor audience. Within technology\, she covers the software and cloud services companies at the leading edge of artificial intelligence adoption. She also reports on the globally diversified industrials sector. She has broken several stories in her coverage of the travel industry and reported from the frontlines on the catastrophic effect of the pandemic that nearly forced some of the most iconic hospitality names into financial distress. She joined CNBC in July 2011 as a reporter covering the tech and IPO market from the NASDAQ. Her career then moved to London where she was co-anchor of “Worldwide Exchange” and covered major international stories including Brexit and China’s historic currency devaluation that roiled global markets. Mody began her career in broadcasting as a reporter and anchor at CNBC-TV18 in Mumbai\, India where she reported extensively on the country’s economic boom. During her time at the network\, she co-anchored “Power Breakfast” and “After the Bell” as well as co-produced and anchored special features. Mody broke stories on private equity deals and M&A activity across the emerging market\, exclusively interviewing global private equity heads including Warburg Pincus CEO Chip Kaye\, and provided daily market updates for CNBC World’s “Capital Connection” and “Cash Flow.” Mody graduated from the University of Washington with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences and is a life member of the Council on Foreign Relations. She was recently appointed to Pratham’s tristate board.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/raj-subramaniam-president-and-ceo-of-fedex/
LOCATION:Asia Society NYC\, 725 Park Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person,Interview
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Pitch: A Panel on Raising Funding
DESCRIPTION:Turning your side hustle into a thriving business takes more than passion—it takes funding\, strategy\, and the right playbook.  \nThis panel brings together experts across investing\, banking\, and community building to share real-world insights on raising capital—without the fluff. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nGrassroots & community support: partnerships\, sponsorships\, and building traction from day one\nAngel/VC insights: what makes an early-stage idea fundable\nBank financing essentials: when loans make sense and how to get lender-ready\n\nWho is this for? \nSide-hustlers\, creative entrepreneurs\, and first-time founders—especially those navigating NYC’s fast-paced landscape. Whether you’re building a brand\, running a neighborhood business\, or pitching investors\, you’ll leave with practical tools\, funding pathways\, and insider tips to avoid common mistakes. \nLights snacks + drinks will be provided! \nPanelists: \n\nLori Chen\, Founder & CEO of Kyovest (Ex-JPMorgan Executive)\nLori brings deep experience in private wealth and is now building accessible digital asset investing tools for emerging entrepreneurs.\nJane Wu\, Vice President\, Community Manager at JPMorganChase\nWith over 8 years in financial services\, Jane is dedicated to building trust and relationships with her community by delivering financial health education and connecting entrepreneurs with the resources they need to grow. She helps bridge the gap between her community and the financial tools offered by traditional banks.\nHK Han\, Co-Founder of Leadflow.NYC and The Asian Creative Foundation\nHan’s portfolio includes large-scale corporate branding\, digital experience development\, and technology integration\, with prior roles at ESI Design and Habitat NYC.\nModerator:  Macy Kwok\, Associate Board Member of Welcome to Chinatown and Founder of Women Uninterrupted Comedy
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/beyond-the-pitch-a-panel-on-raising-funding/
LOCATION:Welcome to Chinatown\, 115 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:AI and the Future of Work
DESCRIPTION:AI and the Future of Work\n\n\nArtificial Intelligence is developing at breakneck speed\, causing much anxiety about how our society and daily lives may change in the not-too-distant future. Top of mind for many: jobs. A panel of experts brings the speculation down to earth\, addressing questions such as: What jobs will AI replace? What new jobs will be created? How will AI affect workplace conditions\, wages\, unions\, and the overall economy? Featuring Daron Acemoglu\, Nobel laureate and professor of economics at MIT; Paul Krugman\, Nobel laureate\, former New York Times columnist\, and distinguished professor of economics at the CUNY Graduate Center; Danielle Li\, David Sarnoff Professor of Management of Technology at MIT; Zeynep Tufekci\, professor of sociology and public affairs at Princeton University and a New York Times columnist; and others. Moderated by Steven Greenhouse\, former New York Times labor reporter and author of Beaten Down\, Worked Up: The Past\, Present\, and Future of American Labor. \nPresented with the Stone Center on Socio-Economic Inequality.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ai-and-the-future-of-work/
LOCATION:Proshansky Auditorium\, The Graduate Center\, 365 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person,Panel
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SUMMARY:Building and Sustaining Your Business Through the Power of Community
DESCRIPTION:Asian American founders on finding the support to build\, sustain and thrive in the restaurant industry.\n\n\n**This event will be online only** \nMegan Nakano\, Executive Director and Founder of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois\, moderates a conversation with Mary Aregoni\, CEO & Founder of Saigon Sisters\, and Kathy Vega Hardy\, Owner of A Taste of the Philippines\, on sustaining their brands through community.The discussion includes : \n\nLearn how Asian American entrepreneurs have leveraged community connections to launch\, sustain\, and grow their businesses\nDiscover strategies for turning cultural identity and authenticity into a competitive business advantage\nHear firsthand how Kathy Vega Hardy and Mary Aregoni navigated challenges\, built loyal audiences\, and expanded their brands\nGain insights on creating partnerships between small businesses\, corporations\, and civic institutions\nExplore the role of mentorship\, collaboration\, and storytelling in scaling entrepreneurial success\n\n\n\nJoin Megan Nakano in conversation with Mary Aregoni and Kathy Vega Hardy\n\n\n\nMEGAN NAKANO is the Executive Director and Founder of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois (AACCIL)\, where she provides pro bono consulting for Asian American entrepreneurs and those seeking to do business with them. With 25+ years of experience across the public\, private\, and nonprofit sectors\, Megan is dedicated to bringing resources and opportunities to disadvantaged communities. She has previously served as Director of the Asian American Alliance Small Business Development Center\, as a commercial lender and CRA Officer for an Asian American community bank\, and with the Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council helping Fortune 500 companies and government agencies advance their supplier diversity programs. A Chicago native\, she has served on numerous boards and advisory councils at the city\, state\, and federal levels. \n  \n\n\n\nMARY AREGONI is the CEO and Founder of Saigon Sisters\, a Chicago-based restaurant recognized for bringing the vibrant flavors of Vietnam to the mainstream. Since opening in 2009\, she has grown Saigon Sisters across diverse service models—from restaurants and food halls to airports\, hospitals\, catering\, and delivery—demonstrating resilience in the competitive dining industry. Mary is celebrated as a trailblazer for Asian American women in food\, empowering others through leadership and mentorship. She is active in Let’s Talk Womxn\, Les Dames d’Escoffier\, and the James Beard Women’s Leadership Program\, and is widely recognized as a champion of Vietnamese cuisine. \n  \n\n\n\nKATHY VEGA HARDY is the owner and chef behind A Taste of the Philippines. Born in Manila\, she launched her concept as a food truck in Denver in 2012 before relocating to Chicago in 2018\, where she has grown it from farmers markets to the Chicago French Market and now her Jefferson Park restaurant. Kathy has been featured in the Chicago Tribune\, Eater Chicago\, and Block Club Chicago\, and gained national recognition competing on Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen and Chopped. Her dishes—lumpia\, pancit\, and ube creations—blend tradition and innovation\, bringing Filipino cuisine to wider audiences while showcasing the resilience and staying power of Asian American women restaurateurs. \n  \n\n\nPlease note:\nIMPORTANT! You’ll need to be logged in to Eventbrite to access the webinar on the date of the program. For this\, you’ll need to create a (free) account with Eventbrite using the same email address that you used to register for the event. \nThis program will be held using Zoom. The link to access the Zoom webinar will be sent to you via a confirmation email after you register. \nIf you’re unfamiliar with the features of Zoom please take a moment to familiarize yourself with them here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us or look up any online tutorial. \nZoom may process some personally identifying information about you\, for more information please review https://zoom.us/privacy. \nClick here to view NYPL’s Privacy Policy.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/building-and-sustaining-your-business-through-the-power-of-community/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Virtual
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