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SUMMARY:2026 Women of Ascend Conference (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders today are navigating constant change\, rising expectations\, and complex decisions that rarely come with clear answers. The 2026 Women of Ascend Conference\, Forward with Purpose\, is designed to support professionals at every career stage with practical leadership tools and insights to elevate their careers. This program focuses on real leadership moments. The kind that requires sound judgment\, ethical clarity\, and the ability to move forward even when conditions are uncertain. Through plenary conversations and interactive breakout sessions\, participants will explore how leading with purpose strengthens decision-making\, builds resilience\, and increases long-term impact at work\, in business\, and in the community. In celebration of International Women’s Month and Ascend’s 20-year milestone\, we honor the dedicated members and sponsors who embody our values and propel our mission forward. \nThis event is complimentary and open to all—the insights shared have been thoughtfully inspired to resonate across roles\, industries\, and experience levels. \n2026 Speakers\n\n \nWelcome & Opening Plenary\n1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET | Register Here \n\n\nWelcome Remarks \n\n\nAscend’s Got Talent (AGT) Performances \n\n\nMindfulness Intention Setting Exercise \n\n\nWomen of Ascend L&D Program and Impact Showcase \n\n\n Aligning Your Career with Purpose Across Career Stages \n\n\nAligning your career with your purpose is an evolving process that changes as your priorities and skills shift through different stages of life. In this enlightening session\, we will feature leaders across career stages who will share experience-based insights on evolving life stages and their impact on career trajectory\, where unique goals and psychological shifts define each stage: \n\n\nEarly Career: Exploration and Foundation \n\n\nMid-Career: Re‑Evaluation and Integration \n\n\nLate Career: Impact and Legacy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBreakout Session Options\n2:15 PM – 3:15 PM ET\nPlease only register for ONE breakout session \n \n\n\nSession 1 |Innovate and Elevate: Leading with Purpose through AI-Driven Strategies \n\n\nRegister Here \n\n\nCPE-Credit Eligible \n\n\nJoin us as we unveil groundbreaking insights into purpose-driven leadership in the age of AI. This conversation will delve into the intentional strategies that form the framework of success\, highlighting the transformative potential of AI in shaping leadership and fostering growth. \n\n\nIn this insightful session\, you will gain actionable insights to empower your leadership journey and fuel your career advancement. \n\n\nDiscover how AI can personalize your leadership journey with tailored guidance that evolves with your career. \n\n\nDefine and pursue success on your terms\, tying values to goals and focusing on people\, networking\, mentorship\, and sponsorship. \n\n\nExplore strategies that blend work-life harmony\, relationship building\, and leadership branding\, using AI to augment human capabilities and connections. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 2 | Building Influence through Social Capital: Intentional Strategies for Every Career Path \n\n\nRegister Here \n\n\nCPE-Credit Eligible \n\n\nJoin us as we discuss the meaning of social capital and how it can serve as a powerful career development tool\, while exploring innovative strategies to expand your influence. \n\n\nDuring this session\, you’ll gain insights to strengthen your leadership presence and build purposeful\, cross-industry connections. \n\n\nUnderstand the critical role of social capital in forging meaningful connections that can enhance your professional reputation and credibility. \n\n\nCultivate relationships through innovative approaches that broaden your influence while enriching your understanding of diverse perspectives and practices. \n\n\nExamine real-world examples of how leveraging social capital can lead to impactful collaborations\, mentorship opportunities\, and a stronger sense of purpose in your work. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClosing Plenary | Forward with Purpose: Cultivating Purpose-Driven Workplace & Business Culture\n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM ET | Register Here \nCultivating a purpose-driven workplace involves aligning organizational goals with a higher\, meaningful mission\, fostering deeper employee engagement\, retention\, and resilience. This closing plenary will feature dynamic conversations on how leaders can build this culture by defining clear\, actionable values\, integrating purpose into daily operations\, empowering employees to see their impact\, and modeling authentic leadership. Plus\, we will showcase Ascend’s Got Talent (AGT) performances to conclude the conference!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-women-of-ascend-conference-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Career: Ascend New York Metro: Inspiring Across Generations (IAG)
DESCRIPTION:Adapt. Evolve. Disrupt: Leadership for a Changing World \nFace the changing world head on. Engage with experienced leaders and dynamic speakers who have walked the paths of disruption. Explore how change creates opportunities to evolve and adapt to be a better\, more authentic leader. \nParticipate in interactive discussions and sessions. Network with peers and senior executives\, and connect to a larger community of friends and allies looking to make an impact and foster development. \nWhether you are at the beginning of your career or a seasoned executive\, the IAG has something for you. Create purpose and community and drive meaningful change through thoughtful leadership and innovation. \nAgenda \n\n1:30 – 1:40pm: Welcome & Opening Remarks\n1:40 – 2:40pm: Plenary Session\n2:40 – 2:50pm: Break\n2:50 – 4:05pm: Breakout Session #1 (Choose one)\n\nEarly Career: Leading from Day One: Building Confidence\, Voice\, and Impact Early in Your Career\nMid-Career: The Resilience Equation: Mental Health\, Grit\, and Sustainable Success\nExecutive: Leading Change – Leading at the Edge: Guiding Organizations Through Disruption and Opportunity\n\n\n4:05 – 4:25pm: Break\n4:25 – 5:40pm: Breakout Session #2 (Choose one)\n\nAdapt: Future-Proof: Navigating AI\, Data\, and the Next Generation of Innovation\nEvolve: Beyond the Title: The Human Side of Leadership\n\n\n4:25 – 5:40pm: Ascend Executive Network Session (Invite-only)\n5:40 – 7:00pm: Networking Reception
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/career-ascend-new-york-metro-inspiring-across-generations-iag/
LOCATION:Citi  – 45 Hubert St\, 45 Hubert St\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Ascend Engage - Annual Leadership Conference in Orlando\, FL
DESCRIPTION:Ascend Engage\, our premier annual leadership development and networking conference\, connects talented business professionals across the career lifecycle—offering your organization a powerful platform to elevate its brand\, empower emerging leaders\, and engage in high-impact learning and mentorship. for AANHPIs.. \nJuly 28-30\, 2025 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort\, Orlando\, FL \nCelebrate 20 years of Ascend at Engage with the theme of Leading for Our Future—where forward-thinking professionals connect with community partners and allies for an inspiring blend of leadership insights\, exclusive networking\, wellness experiences\, and strategies to shape the future of business and our communities. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ascend-engage-annual-leadership-conference-in-orlando-fl/
LOCATION:Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort\, 1001 West Buena Vista Drive\, Lake Buena Vista\, Florida\, 32830\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convention,In Person,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Annual Women of Ascend Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Women of Ascend Conference on March 26th. With the theme of Leading for Our Future\, this exclusive cohort offers you the chance to meet like-minded professionals–and maybe even a few of your heroes—as we hear from highly-accomplished women executives at the top of the Fortune 1000. \nAsk questions\, share stories\, and join intimate breakout sessions to brainstorm new visions for your own career. Reserve your spot today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\nEktha Agarwal\, JiVA Mental Health \n\n\nBushra Amiwala\, Google\, Amiwala Foundation \n\n\nShruti Bahadur\, Dow \n\n\nBijayta Berger\, Synchrony \n\n\nLisa Bryant\, Dow \n\n\nKelvina Burrell\, Ascend & Black Rock \n\n\nCassindy Chao\, Ancient Wisdom | Modern Love \n\n\nKelly Chhor\, Ascend & Vancity Savings Credit \n\n\nAmanda Del Castillo\, ABC7/The Walt Disney Company \n\n\nLuna Lu\, Ascend & EY \n\n\nAnna Mok\, Ascend \n\n\nLan Nguyen\, Edwards Lifesciences \n\n\nNgan Nguyen\, Citi \n\n\nMeha Parashar Parikh\, Ascend & Dow \n\n\nSara Park\, The Coca-Cola Company \n\n\nTatsumi Paredes\, Toyota North America \n\n\nDr. Sophia Yen\, Pandia Health \n\n\nNicole Wong\, Ascend & PwC \n\n\nKristin Yoshida\, Ascend
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/annual-women-of-ascend-conference/
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SUMMARY:Ascend New York Metro - Stretching Beyond Your Comfort Zones
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the comfort zone is the growth zone\, where you learn new things\, meet new people\, travel to new places\, and try new experiences. While it may be a challenge\, the growth zone can help expand your world and find your passions and goals in life. When you are not able to accomplish things that you want to\, it may be time to reflect on areas where you are the most comfortable and move beyond it by trying different things.\nIn this session\, speakers will discuss common behaviors that are often comfortable to PAN Asian professionals but might be a challenge to achieving career advancements and share their stories on how to stretch into the new skills to achieve your goals.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ascend-new-york-metro-stretching-beyond-your-comfort-zones/
LOCATION:Guardian NYC Headquarters\, 10 Hudson Yards\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,In Person,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Ascend Convention
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our signature annual gathering\, the Ascend Convention\, hosted by Ascend Austin Chapter. Anchored by the theme of iAscend\, we will: 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ascend-convention/
LOCATION:Fairmont Austin Hotel
CATEGORIES:Convention
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