AAPI is larger than its definition. It’s a vibrant celebration of diverse cultures and rich histories from across the world. This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, The FQ is taking a deeper look into the nuances of the AAPI community as we acknowledge the many faces, innovators, and leaders of our lifetime. Join us as we highlight the impactful stories of AAPI leaders who are breaking down barriers, unpack representation of AAPI storytellers in the media, and discover the pathway to generational healing.
The acronym “AAPI” was coined to widely represent Asian heritage. Although this term was devised to be more inclusive, it still doesn’t fully capture the many experiences and identities that exist within the Asian community. This conversation will explore how the Asian experience varies from nationality and appearances to cultural barriers and differences, and how we can embrace AAPI people from every perspective.
Oscar Yuan, President and CEO, Strategy3, Ipsos
Duyen Le, VP, People and Culture, Direct Digital Holdings
Yea Yun Chow, Senior Director, Advertising & Brand Strategy, Procter & Gamble
Vivian Young, Global Head, Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Gary Cheung, Director, Business Analytics, The New York Times
Maggie Zhang, SVP, Measurement and Impact, NBCUniversal
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
Companies continue to actively restructure their leadership teams through an inclusive lens. However, research shows that Asian Americans are the least likely to be promoted to management positions, with this gap even steeper for Asian women. How do we ensure Asian women are included in this leadership narrative? We will discuss proactive ways to close this promotion gap and propel Asian women forward to C-Suite and top leadership positions.
Cari Nazeer, Managing Editor, Charter
Cathy Butler, CEO, Organic
Joyce Chang, Chair, Global Research, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Joanna Young, Global Chief Strategy Officer, Commonwealth and McCann Worldgroup
Margaret Chu, CFO, Infillion
Sonali Pathak, Senior Vice President, Business Development & Strategy, NBCUniversal
Snehal Waghulde, Investment Management Analytics/AI Leader, Deloitte
As a founder, it is critical to have the tools and resources to grow and scale your business. What is the best way for female founders to access these tools? By learning from the experts who have risen above expectations and established successful companies. In this session, we will feature AAPI professionals from our JPMC experts’ network to share advice and strategies for women entrepreneurs.
The world of animation is rich in color and dense in creativity. Many of our favorite animated projects were created and brought to life by Asian women who inspired a whole new level of imagination. In this session, we will explore the art of animation, its impact on storytelling, and how Asian women continue to influence this artform’s presence.
There is resilience and strength within communities that have been historically othered. How are Asian Americans pursuing joy in spite of xenophobia and discrimination? From personal stories to creative expression, we journey into experiences and insights of how to cultivate joy and find hope as a practice of self-love and affirmation for AAPI people.
Lizzy Bilasano, VP Strategy, North America, Whalar
Alena Chiang, Industry Marketing Manager, Meta
Vin Lay, Director, Measurement Science, Albertsons Media Collective
Jae Who, Senior Art Director, 72andSunny
Michele Sipes, Principal, Cyber & Strategic Risk, Deloitte
David Pangilinan, Manager, Insights and Cultural Intelligence, Paramount
Nicole Ro, Senior Video Producer, The Female Quotient
From recent films like Everything, Everywhere, All at Once to popular television series like Bling Empire, Asian representation is being widely celebrated and explored through storylines that push past barriers. Join us as we unpack the impact that this rise in AAPI storytelling has on Asian creators and the overall evolution of mainstream media.
Michelle Peng, Journalist and ESG Associate, Charter
Bindi Patel, Director, Agency Partnerships, Vevo
Kim Nguyen, Creative Director, The Martin Agency
Yeuting Wang, VP, Data Science & Analytics, Momentum Worldwide
Peggy Chin, Managing Director, Deloitte Consulting
Vivian Youn, Senior Director, Audience Impact & Intelligence, Paramount
Compared to their male counterparts, women of color entrepreneurs face challenges raising capital, making connections and getting the coaching they need to launch and grow their businesses. Join us as we spotlight leaders in accounting, cap management and legal from our Female Founders’ Expert Network: The Must-Know List, a curated directory from JPMorgan Chase & Co. and The Female Quotient, who have come together as the ultimate resource guide for AAPI female founders.
Neha Singh, Vice President, Marketing Strategy, Innovation Economy for Commercial Banking, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Fatema Raza, CPA, Audit Partner Serving Financial Services and SEC Capital Markets, Withum
Shermin Lakha, Esq., Founding & Managing Attorney, LVLUP Legal
Madhu Singh, Esq., MBA, Chief Legal Officer, Foundry Law Group
Shelley Zalis, CEO, The Female Quotient
