AAPI Heritage Month

Elevate your events with captivating voices from the AAPI community, offering unique perspectives, insights, and inspiration. From renowned business leaders to influential cultural icons, our diverse roster showcases the brilliance and expertise of AAPI individuals across various fields. Enrich your event with thought-provoking talks, engaging discussions, and meaningful connections, as we honor and amplify the voices of the AAPI community.

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D'Lo
D'Lo
Actor, Comedian, Activist

​​D’Lo (he/they) is a queer/transgender Tamil-Sri Lankan-American actor/writer/comedian whose work range includes stand-up comedy, solo theater, plays, films and music production, poetry and spoken word. Rooted in social justice, D’Lo brings the fierce with the funny through his stories and stand-up comedy.

D'Lo
Rashmi Airan
Rashmi
Airan
Transformative Speaker on the Rise Through It Model ™; Corporate Culture Consultant; Entrepreneur; Former Attorney

Rashmi Airan is a captivating speaker, transformation expert, and Ivy League-educated attorney. As a former Wall Street investment banker and independent law practitioner, she faced a federal prison sentence that reshaped her life. Now, she inspires leaders to embrace vulnerability and resilience through her RISE THROUGH IT™ framework. With her story of overcoming unimaginable challenges and over 30 years of experience, Rashmi has collaborated with Fortune 100 companies, empowering others how to break free from fear and turn setbacks into success.

Rashmi Airan
Kanika Chadda Gupta
Kanika
Chadda Gupta
Top Parenting Podcaster & Women's Empowerment Advocate, Seasoned Journalist, Former CNN Anchor, Host & Moderator

Kanika Chadda Gupta is a seasoned CNN television journalist turned podcaster and mother of three (including twins). As a television personality and seasoned journalist, Kanika knows how to deliver as a live speaker, moderator, and emcee. She speaks on topics including modern motherhood, women’s empowerment, DEI, guiding corporations to better serve their employees who are parents (parental leave, benefits, etc), living a life of purpose (discovering your dharma), AAPI & South Asian heritage, lifestyle and entertainment.

Kanika Chadda Gupta
Leroy Chiao
Leroy
Chiao
Former NASA Astronaut and International Space Station Commander

Dr. Chiao began his professional career as a chemical engineer, and his passion for space exploration led him to NASA. Following a stellar 15-year astronaut career, he moved on to leadership positions in entrepreneurial startups, applying his space experience to the business world.

Leroy Chiao
Misa Chien
Misa
Chien
TEDx Speaker, Authentic Leader, Serial Entrepreneur, CEO & Founder of The Authentic Asian and Autopilot Reviews

Misa Chien, CEO & Founder of The Authentic Asian and Autopilot Reviews, is an authentic leader known for inspiring and helping people through positivity and transparency. Her exceptional leadership and entrepreneurial style make her a sought-after speaker, podcast host, and TV personality. She has been featured in Inc. Magazine's 30 Under 30 Entrepreneurs, Forbes Women to Watch, and LinkedIn Top Voices. Misa has spoken at industry-leading events including CCW and TEDx.

Misa Chien
Jin-Ya Huang
Jin-Ya
Huang
Purpose-Driven Community Leader, Presidential Leadership Scholar, Social Enterprise Innovator, Artist Educator, Award Winning Bridge Builder

Jin-Ya Huang founded Break Bread, Break Borders, a social enterprise. She's a published writer, and TIME Magazine-featured Community Uniter focusing on equity, design, and social justice. A PLS Presidential Leadership Scholars fellow, Huang excels in bridge building, women's empowerment, and race relations for lasting social impact.

Jin-Ya Huang
John Iino
John
Iino
Founder & CEO of the Cumbre Alta Advisors, Transformational Leader, DEI Consultant & Trainer, Certified Executive Coach

John Iino is a proven change agent, global law firm leader, diversity professional, and executive coach. He founded Cumbre Alta Advisors, providing DEI consulting, training, and coaching. As Chief Diversity Officer for Reed Smith, he increased the number of diverse lawyers by 79% and improved the firm's ranking in the American Lawyer's Diversity Scorecard from #120 to #22. Currently, John is the Interim ASVP for Alumni Relations at USC and a frequent keynote speaker on DEI, leadership, and effective management.

John Iino
Jia Jiang
Jia
Jiang
Leading Authority on Rejection and its Role in the Pursuit of Happiness, Entrepreneur & Author

Jia Jiang, the world’s leading expert on rejection, rose to fame with his popular TED Talk What I Learned from 100 Days of Rejection, inspiring his bestselling book Rejection Proof. Known for empowering confidence and resilience, Jia helps people overcome rejection fears and live bolder lives. His upcoming book, The One Action Goal, introduces his breakthrough system for achieving big goals through focused action. A former teenage exchange student turned entrepreneur and personal development guru, Jia has captivated Fortune 500 audiences like Google, Dell, and Visa, receiving rave reviews for his transformative impact.

Jia Jiang
Tan Le
Tan
Le
Founder and CEO of EMOTIV, Leader in EEG-Brain Computer Interface (BCI) Technology, Neuro Technologist, Tech Innovator & Influencer, Futurist, Author,

Recognized as one of the most influential women in technology, top NeuroGeneration and innovation speaker, Tan Le, is the founder and CEO of Silicon Valley-based EMOTIV, the leader in EEG-Brain Computer Interface (BCI) technology. Her work on non-invasive 'brainwear' offers groundbreaking potential to transform various aspects of human life, shedding light on current and future transformative technologies. Her talks provide unique insights into how these advancements will redefine our existence and work.

Tan Le
Michelle K. Lee
Michelle K
Lee
Founder & CEO of Obsidian Strategies, Expert AI and Technology Keynote Speaker, Former Google & Amazon Executive, Former Director of US Patent & Trademark Office

Michelle Lee is an Artificial Intelligence (AI) expert and CEO of Obsidian Strategies. With experience at MIT AI Lab, Amazon, and Google, she helps business leaders understand practical AI implementation. As a computer scientist and Silicon Valley veteran, she shares real-world examples and insights to inspire action. Her leadership in technology, law, business, and government adds critical perspectives for successful AI applications.

Michelle K. Lee
Bianca Mabute-Louie
Bianca
Mabute-Louie
Award-Winning Sociologist, Author

Bianca Mabute-Louie is a keynote speaker, award-winning sociologist, and forthcoming author. Her speaking, publishing, and research centers Asian Americans in the national discourse on race and politics. Her first book, UNASSIMILABLE, comes out January 2025 with Harper Collins.

Bianca Mabute-Louie
Neil Sahota
Neil
Sahota
IBM Master Inventor, AI & Technology Expert, Author

Neil Sahota (萨冠军) is an IBM Master Inventor, United Nations (UN) Advisor, Artificial Intelligence (AI) subject matter expert, Faculty at UC Irvine, and author of Own the A.I. Revolution. With 20+ years of business experience, he works with organizations to create next-generation products/solutions powered by emerging technology.

Neil Sahota
Dona Sarkar
Dona
Sarkar
Chief Troublemaker of Microsoft’s AI Extensibility Program, Author, BIPOC Woman in Tech Leader

Dona Sarkar is the Chief Troublemaker of Microsoft’s AI Extensibility Program, a BIPOC woman in tech leader, Multi-published author, and Owner of the ethical luxury fashion brand Prima Dona Studios. She was recently named one of Fast Company’s 100 Most Productive People and Cosmopolitan magazine's Businessperson of the Year.

Dona Sarkar
Jerry Won
Jerry
Won
Keynote Speaker on Authentic Storytelling, Creator Economy, and the Asian American Experience

Jerry Won is the Founder & CEO of Just Like Media, an Asian American storytelling company, home to popular shows Dear Asian Americans, The Janchi Show, and more. He is a leading voice in the Asian American community and speaks to global audiences on authentic storytelling, the Asian American experience, and his personal journey. He is also Founder & CEO of Always Be Creating, the premier community and events platform for Asian content creators.

Jerry Won