Speakers Bureau
AJ Perkins
President and CEO, Instant ON
Mission Viejo, CA
Speaking Topics
- The Hydrogen Execution Era
- Island Energy Resilience
- Microgrid and Nanogrid Integration
- Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)
- Moving from Potential to Proof
Amanda Chen
Founder and CEO, Salty Paloma
Toronto, Canada
Speaking Topics
- The Chase For Freedom
- Redefining Success
- Student Entrepreneurship
- Identity Beyond Achievement
- Purposeful Pivoting
Amy Yip
Founder and CEO, Amy Yip LLC
Rockville, MD
Speaking Topics
- Building Mental Fitness
- Bridging Intergenerational Gaps
- Taming The Inner Critic
- Mastering Strategic Team Alignment
- Radical Self-Celebration
Anime
Emcee and DJ, WalkWithAnime
Toronto, Canada
Speaking Topics
- Self-Leadership
- Authentic Communication
- Resilience and Mindset
- Purposeful Networking
- Women in Leadership
Antoni Lacinai
Communication Expert and Author “Employee Engagement”
Sweden
Speaking Topics
- Analog Communication in a Digital World
- High-Impact Leadership
- The Secret to Motivation and Engagement
- Successful Sales and Service
- World-Class Networking
Bernice Chao
Co-Founder, Asians in Advertising
Santa Monica, CA
Speaking Topics
- The Visibility Mindset for AAPI Leaders
- Mastering Self-Advocacy and Performance
- Handling Difficult Conversations and Microaggressions
- Improving Emotional Intelligence at Work
- The Power of Creative Storytelling
Cathlyn Choi
Founder and Executive Director, Asian Culture and Media Alliance
San Diego, CA
Speaking Topics
- The Power of Culinary Diplomacy
- Healthy Korean “Hansik” Wellness
- AANHPI Storytelling and Representation
- Empowering Women Entrepreneurs of Color
- Cultural Preservation Through New Media
Cecilia Liu
Founder and Director, ILIA Connect
Toronto, Canada
Speaking Topics
- Cross-Cultural Effectiveness
- Bias-Free Communication
- Personal Branding
- Resilience
- Empowering Youth
Chanmala Mali Phonpadith
Founder and CEO, SOAR Community Network
San Diego, CA
Speaking Topics
- Purposeful Storytelling
- Compassionate Leadership
- Mindfulness For Peak Performance
- Diversity, Equity, And Belonging
- Conscious Entrepreneurship
Christopher Huang
Photographer, Christopher Huang Photography
Quincy, MA
Speaking Topics
- Fighting Bias in Marketing
- Humanizing Stories Through Imagery
- Interpersonal Body Language and DEI
- Owning Your Narrative
- Mentorship for AANHPI Success
Dr. Julie Huang
Associate Director, Neurocrine Biosciences
San Bruno, CA
Speaking Topics
- The Power Of Owning Your Story
- Navigating The Immigrant Experience In STEM
- Advancing Health Equity For Women
- Building Resilience Through Mental Fitness
- The Impact Of Mentorship On First-Generation Success
Dr. Nitin Deckha
Principal, Enliven Learning
Toronto, Canada
Speaking Topics
- Navigating AI Disruption in HR
- Mastering Intercultural Competence
- Developing Human Skills for the Future of Work
- Gender Inclusive Leadership
- Supporting Higher Education Transitions
Dr. Robert Peterson
Gender and Race Subject Matter Expert and Crime Victim Advocate
Atlanta, GA
Speaking Topics
- Intersectionality of Race, Class, and Gender; Masculinity and Sexuality in Public Health
- Anti-Asian Hate and Violence Prevention
- HIV and Sexual Behavior Research
- Bridging Black and AAPI
- Community Advocacy
Dr. Raja Gopal Bhattar
Principal Consultant, Bhattar Consulting
Chicago, IL
Speaking Topics
- Intersectionality In Leadership
- LGBTQ+ Equity And Belonging
- Transformative Institutional Change
- Decolonizing Organizational Culture
- Inclusive Student Success
Dr. Sarah SoonLing Blackburn
Director for Educational Equity
Lafayette, MS
Speaking Topics
- Exclusion and the Chinese American Story
- Developing Interpersonal Skills for Inclusion
- Debunking the Model Minority Myth
- Building Authentic Professional Identity
- Cultivating Cultures of Belonging
Dr. Serena Huang
Data Analytics Executive, Paypal
Chicago, IL
Speaking Topics
- Data-Driven People Strategy
- Generative AI in HR
- Future of Work Analytics
- Scaling Evidence-Based Leadership
- Human-Centric Talent Optimization
Dr. Soojin Jun
Patient Safety Activist and Mental Fitness Coach
Libertyville, IL
Speaking Topics
- The Journey to Zero Harm
- Empathetic Healthcare Interactions
- Medication Safety for Seniors
- Patient and Caregiver Advocacy
- Mental Fitness for Healthcare Professionals
Dr. Yon Na
Organizational Psychologist, Yon Na Consulting
Sacramento, CA
Speaking Topics
- Inclusive Culture Design
- Executive Leadership Coaching
- Team Effectiveness and Alignment
- Psychological Safety in the Workplace
- Evidence-Based Diversity and Inclusion
Dr. Zhu Shen
Founder and CEO, Bamboo Shoots Productions
San Diego, CA
Speaking Topics
- Cross-Border Life Science Partnering
- Storytelling For Social Impact
- Healing Through Creative Expression
- Mindful Parenting and “Zen” Leadership
- Navigating Global Biopharma Investment
Fabian DeRozario
CEO, GlobalConnect Consulting & Training
Atlanta, GA
Speaking Topics
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
- Leadership Development
- Career Accelerators
- Inclusive Onboarding Strategies
- Bridging Black and AAPI, Community Advocacy
Ginny Yi-Jiun Cheng
Career Clarity Coach and Head of Talent
San Francisco
Speaking Topics
- Holistic Career Strategy
- Modern Recruiting Leadership
- Personal Branding Architecture
- Career Resilience And Transitions
- Intentional Networking
Isa Kujawski
Founder and CEO, Mea Nutrition
New York City
Speaking Topics
- Boosting the Will to Live
- Suicide Early Detection and Intervention
- Stress Management for High Performance
- The Gut-Brain Connection in Mental Health
- Building Resilience Through Lifestyle Design
Jae Jin
Singer-Songwriter, Jae Jin Music
Baltimore, MD
Speaking Topics
- The Courage to Pivot
- The Power of Vulnerability
- Resilience and Bouncing Back
- Soulful Storytelling
- Redefining Unconventional Success
Jane Hyun
Leadership Strategist and Author “Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling”
New York City
Speaking Topics
- The Art Of Cultural Fluency
- Breaking The Bamboo Ceiling
- Flex: Managing Across Differences
- Leveraging Differences For Business Impact
- Authentic Leadership
Jason Chu
Rapper, Jason Chu Music
Pasadena, CA
Speaking Topics
- Appropriation or Appreciation
- Speaking Hope and Healing in a Broken World
- The History of Hip-Hop and Liberation
- Sustainable Activism in Difficult Times
- Unpacking the Model Minority Myth
Jean Kanokogi, PhD
Senior Special Agent, US Government
Newark, NJ
Speaking Topics
- Resilience and Growth Mindset
- Emotional Intelligence and Rapport
- Ganbatte Kudasai: Do Your Best
- Sleep Strategies for Performance
- Stress Management Tools
Jeanny Chai
Founder, Bamboo Myth
Sunnyvale, CA
Speaking Topics
- The Myth Of The Bamboo Ceiling
- Reclaiming Confidence And Self-Worth
- The Power Of Self-Advocacy
- Overcoming The Achievement Trap
- Reframing Cultural Norms For Leadership
Jeff Harry
Workplace Consultant and Play Coach, Rediscover Your Play
Oakland, CA
Speaking Topics
- Psychological Safety Through Play
- Navigating Workplace Conflict Playfully
- Addressing Toxicity With Curiosity
- Boosting Innovation And Engagement
- Future-Proofing Teams with Play
Jolene Jang
Asian Inclusivity Consultant
Seattle, WA
Speaking Topics
- The Business Value Of Asian Inclusion
- Breaking The Bamboo Ceiling
- Culturally-Conscious Events
- Asian Communication Confidence
- Empowering AANHPI Professionals
Joy Chen
CEO, Multicultural Leadership Institute
Pasadena, CA
Speaking Topics
- The Unwritten Rules of the Game
- Global Leadership and Cultural Fluency
- High-Performance Inclusive Teams
- Future-Proofing Leaders for the AI Era
- Cross-Border Business Mastery
Joyce Chiao
CEO and Founder, Abundance
Irvine, CA
Speaking Topics
- Asian American Identity and Social Justice
- Building Strategic DEI Foundations
- Dismantling the Model Minority Myth
- Leading with DEIB-Centered Practices
- Coalition-Building Across ERGs
JR Kuo
CEO, CoffeeWithJR
Denver, CO
Speaking Topics
- Culturally Competent Mental Health
- Intergenerational Communications
- Inclusive Workplace Culture
- Mental Health for Immigrants
- Men’s Mental Well-Being
Karen Kwok
Nurse Practitioner, Brillient Corporation
Beltsville, MD
Speaking Topics
- Advancing Health Equity for AANHPI Communities
- Trauma-Informed Care in Public Health
- Scaling Clinical Quality and Safety
- Culturally Responsive Healthcare Delivery
- Integrative Primary Care Innovation
Matthea Marquart
Assistant Dean of Online Education, Columbia University
New York City
Speaking Topics
- Designing Engaging and Interactive Online Classrooms
- Trauma-Informed Teaching and Learning
- Inclusive Online Pedagogy and Addressing Microaggressions
- Staff Development and Mentoring in Higher Education
- Nonprofit Leadership and Management
May Lee
News Anchor and Journalist, CNN and CNBC
Long Beach, CA
Speaking Topics
- Asian American Media Representation
- Combating Anti-Asian Hate
- Evolution of AAPI History
- Entrepreneurial Resilience and Passion
- Broadcast Excellence and On-Air Training
Mita Mallick
DEI Executive, Carta
New York City
Speaking Topics
- Busting DEI Myths for Transformation
- Leading with Human-Centric Inclusion
- Navigating the DEI Backlash
- Inclusive Leadership in a Hybrid World
- Fixing Systems Over Women
Neelu Kaur
Organizational Psychologist and Author “Be Your Own Cheerleader”
New York City
Speaking Topics
- Embracing Self-Advocacy In The Workplace
- The Power Of Self-Advocacy For Underrepresented Voices
- The Teamwork Trap: Stop Collaborating And Start Innovating
- Rebuilding Inner Authority In A Self-Trust Recession
- Leading With Emotional Intelligence In The Age Of AI
Richard Leong
Program Manager, Google
Anaheim, CA
Speaking Topics
- Advancing Workplace DEI Strategy
- Building Inclusive Management Practices
- Navigating Microaggressions with Empathy
- Leading through Organizational Change
- Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
Ryan Takemiya
Founder and Executive Director, RAMA
Albany, CA
Speaking Topics
- Overcoming Toxic Invisibility
- The Asian American Renaissance
- Storytelling For Radical Visibility
- Building Community Power
- Culturally-Centered Wellness
Senna Bayasgalan
CMO, b1Bank
New York City
Speaking Topics
- Inclusive Leadership
- Navigating Glass and Bamboo Ceilings
- Overcoming Modesty Norms
- The Power of Self-Advocacy
- Personal Branding for Impact
Shane Carlin
Director, Northwestern University
Newark, NJ
Speaking Topics
- Mastering Professional Networking
- Public Speaking for Confidence
- Transitioning from College to Career
- Soft Skills for Leadership
- Empowering AANHPI Student Success
Simone Heng
Human Connection Specialist, Simone Heng Speaking
Singapore
Speaking Topics
- The Power of Human Connection
- The Future of Human Connection
- Connect Authentically via Technology
- Loneliness in Leadership
- Connecting Across Cultures
Stacey Diane Litam
CEO, SDAL Consultation & Educational Services
Cleveland, OH
Speaking Topics
- Healing Diasporic Wounds
- Breaking Intergenerational Trauma
- Cultivating Secure Attachments
- Mental Health for AAPI Communities
- Sexual Wellbeing and Clinical Sexology
Stan Fujii
Executive Director, Asian American Government Executives Network
Washington D.C.
Speaking Topics
- Navigating the Senior Executive Service (SES) Pathway
- Federal Contracting for Small Businesses
- Culturally Competent Government Leadership
- Strategic Networking for Public Servants
- Mentorship and Career Advancement in Civil Service
Suzie Bao
VP Group Account Director, IW Group
Los Angeles
Speaking Topics
- Dismantling the Bamboo Ceiling
- The Power of “Joy Work”
- Overcoming Cultural Barriers in Leadership
- Authentic Allyship in Advertising
- AI for Inclusive Brand Success
Taylor Y Zhou
Historical Walking Tour Guide, MOCA
Atlanta, GA
Speaking Topics
- Forgotten History Of Chinese In New York
- Unpacking Asian American Identity
- The Legacy Of “Unofficial” Laureates
- COVID-19 Oral Histories
- Decoding Chinese Culture For Western Audiences
Vanessa Tsang Shiliwala
Marketing Executive, Thrive Spice Media
New York City
Speaking Topics
- AAPI Leadership and Empowerment
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
- AAPI Mental Health Advocacy
- Burnout Prevention and Boundaries
- AAPI Representation in Corporate Culture
Yvonne Liu Wolf
Intercultural Consultant, Chinese Intercultural
Chicago, IL
Speaking Topics
- The Zen of Tea
- Navigating Chinese Business Etiquette
- Bridging the East-West Communication Gap
- Decoding Chinese Cultural Elements
- Global Leadership and Acculturation