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SUMMARY:AAGL Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration
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DESCRIPTION: NAAAP Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month 
 Wednesday\, May 13\, 2026 Join NAAAP-Chicago as we celebrate Asian Pacific
  American Heritage Month (APAHM) and honor the rich cultures\, 
 achievements\, and leadership of the Asian American and Pacific Islander 
 community. We are pleased to present this year's theme: Advancing Leaders 
 Through Collaboration Doug Chan Molson Coors Moderator Kevin Bradley Vice 
 President\, Culture &amp\; Belonging Hub International Panelist Tina 
 Schmitz Senior Vice President\, Casualty Claims Team Leader Marsh Panelist
  Tony Wu Manager\, Global Mobility Services KPMG Panelist Hana Sobeck-Kim 
 Senior Director of R&amp\;D - US and Seasonal Brands Ferrara Panelist In 
 today&rsquo\;s interconnected world\, leadership is no longer defined by 
 individual achievement alone&mdash\;it is shaped by the ability to 
 collaborate\, empower others\, and drive collective impact. This panel 
 will explore what collaborative leadership looks like across workplace and
  community settings\, and how leaders can shift from a focus on personal 
 success to fostering shared growth. Panelists will discuss the key traits 
 of effective collaborative leaders\, strategies for building and leading 
 high-performing teams\, and the barriers that often prevent API voices 
 from being fully heard. Together\, we will examine how intentional 
 collaboration can amplify representation\, strengthen communities\, and 
 create pathways to cultivate the next generation of AAPI leaders. Join us 
 for a dynamic conversation on how working together can elevate leadership 
 and expand impact for all. What to Expect ✨ Thought-provoking messages 
 featuring AAPI leaders ✨ Opportunities to connect with professionals 
 from across industries ✨ A celebration of the diverse cultures and 
 traditions that shape our community ✨ Networking with fellow members\, 
 sponsors\, and community partners Join Our Raffle! 🎉 Wear your 
 traditional or national attire to the event and be entered into a raffle 
 for a special prize! Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a time to 
 reflect on the resilience\, innovation\, and leadership of AAPI 
 individuals while strengthening the relationships that help our community 
 thrive. Whether you are a long-standing member of NAAAP or joining us for 
 the first time\, we welcome you to celebrate with us and be part of this 
 meaningful evening. Come connect\, celebrate\, and honor the impact of 
 AAPI leadership. 
LOCATION:320 S Canal St\, Chicago\, IL 60606\, USA
PRIORITY:5
URL:https://naaap-chicago.silkstart.com:443/events/2026-0513-apahm
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