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Ascend November Inspiring Across Generations

Empowering Leadership: Connect - Inspire - Ascend
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Event Details

Date: Friday, November 3, 2023

Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT (Happy Hour and Networking 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)

Venue: Visa, Foster City, 900 Metro Center Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

Admission: For In-Person: Members: $100  I  Non-Members: $150 ;  For  Virtual Panel Discussion: Members: Complimentary  |  Non-Members: $25

​Attire: Business Casual

Description

Get ready for an event featuring:

 

  • Multiple Concurrent Breakout Sessions: Dive into diverse topics and engage in interactive discussions during our breakout sessions. These sessions are designed to offer you a personalized learning experience, covering a wide range of subjects related to empowering AAPI leadership, innovation, advocacy, and mental health.

  • Connect: Network with influential leaders and professionals in thought-provoking discussions.

  • Inspire: Gain valuable insights and inspiration from experts who have broken barriers and championed change.

  • Ascend: Elevate your career and aspirations as we explore avenues for growth and inclusion.

Agenda

Agenda

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: 

Registration

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: 

Registration and Networking lunch

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM: 

Main panel discussion

2:15 PM - 2:30 PM: 

Break

2:30 PM - 3:45 PM: 

3:45 PM - 4:00 PM: 

Break

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM: 

5:15 PM - 7:00 PM: 

Happy Hour

Concurrent Sessions

Concurrent Session A1
Amplify Your Impact Through
Public Speaking

2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Step into the spotlight and amplify your impact through the art of public speaking. This exclusive breakout session is designed for leaders who are determined to lead with confidence and influence. In today's dynamic world, effective communication is the key to your success. It's time to uncover and overcome the barriers that may be holding you back and unleash your true potential as a leader.

Join us for an intimate and empowering experience where you'll explore your personal growth and gain valuable tools to boost your confidence, polish your presentation skills, and conquer your fears.

Speaker: 

Melinda Lee

CEO, Speak In Flow, LLC

Concurrent Session A2
How to Cultivate Influence and Create Intrigue

2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Speaker: 

Lloyd Bandonillo

 Director, Brand Creative/Marketing, 

Galpin Motors

Concurrent Session A3
Mental Health Session: Navigating Burnout and Perfectionism

2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Uncover the secrets to beating burnout and achieving balance in this interactive session! Explore the impact of perfectionism on Asian mental health, share experiences, and discover strategies to conquer stress. Join us for an engaging discussion and leave with actionable insights for a healthier, happier you.

Speakers:

Angel Wang

 MBA, Head of Growth, Anise Health

Aaditi Kumbhar

MPH, Guest Speaker, MPH Epidemiology

Concurrent Session A
Concurrent Session B1
Navigating Influence and Implementation: AAPI Perspectives

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

In this breakout session, participants will delve deeper into the challenges faced by the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community in the context of influence and implementation. We'll explore strategies to overcome these challenges while respecting and drawing upon cultural backgrounds, with an extended Q&A portion for interactive engagement.

Speaker: 

Abhishek 'AJ' Joshi, 

Vice President, US Financial Institutions, Super Regional Lead, Visa

Concurrent Session B2
ERG / BRG Breakout Session

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Join our Breakout Session for an engaging exploration of Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and Business Resource Groups (BRG) as we delve into the vital topic of 'Engaging Your Executive Sponsor.' Discover the pivotal role these groups play in promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity within your organization. Learn how to build strong partnerships with executive sponsors and leverage their support for meaningful initiatives. Join us to unlock the potential of ERGs and BRGs in driving positive change and fostering an inclusive workplace

Speakers:

Arlene Chan

Tina Cheung

Global Program Manager - Employee Referrals, Talent Management, and Diversity Recruiting Strategy
Visa

Brian Wong

Concurrent Session B3
Mental Health Session: Navigating Burnout and Perfectionism

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Uncover the secrets to beating burnout and achieving balance in this interactive session! Explore the impact of perfectionism on Asian mental health, share experiences, and discover strategies to conquer stress. Join us for an engaging discussion and leave with actionable insights for a healthier, happier you.

Speakers:

Angel Wang

MBA, Head of Growth, Anise Health

Aaditi Kumbhar

MPH, Guest Speaker, MPH Epidemiology

Cocurrnt Session B

Speakers

Speakers
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Lloyd Bandonillo

Director,
Brand Creative / MarketingGalpin Motors

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Tina Cheung

Global Program Manager - Employee Referrals, Talent Management, and Diversity Recruiting Strategy
Visa

 

Our Program Partners

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Our Corporate Partners

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Safety of our guests is paramount to Ascend. Attendees are responsible for monitoring their own condition and agree to comply with the safety, hygiene and CDC identified pandemic level communicable illnesses (including COVID-19) guidelines established by relevant health authorities. We request that attendees not attend an event should they test positive or if they experience COVID symptoms prior to the event.

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