
B209
Join AMSA and EA for a panel discussion that will explore the current state of venture capital investing. This session will highlight the panelists’ journey in venture capital and explain where social impact and DEI initiatives fit in the investment decision making process.
Panelists:
Melody Hahm (Harlem Capital)
Wilson Kyi (Basis Set Ventures)
Jane Lee (RPS Ventures)
Gordon Tsui (Root and Shoot Ventures)
Danielle Zhang (Clocktower Ventures)
Francesca Whitehead (G2 Venture Partners)

B209
Join AMSA for a conversation with Professor Karen Umemoto and Jack Liang as we unpack the history of violence against the Asian community and the recent rise in violent incidents. Learn about Professor Umemoto’s research to understand anti-Asian violence and what we can do in its wake. Hear about Liang’s motivation to become an activist and bring together his community for a common cause.
Panelists:
Professor Karen Umemoto (UCLA Asian American Studies Center)
Jack Liang (Stop Asian Hate NYC)

B209
Join AMSA for a panel discussion with experienced professionals as they discuss their time in corporate America and provide observations on the modern workplace, which is becoming a more diverse and inclusive environment.
Panelists:
Joyce Chang (Activision)
Jerry Won (Just Like Media)
Steve Yu (UCLA Law)
Mark Zee (Disney)

Come hang out with AMSA and allies as we enjoy food and drinks together in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month.

B209
AMSA and EA will host a panel of Asian entrepreneurs as they discuss their journeys to creating their companies, the obstacles they faced because of their background, how their community helped them succeed and how we can help more AAPI-owned businesses get off the ground.
Panelists:
Mike Kim (KPOP Foods)
Lynn Pham (Pocket Latte)
Will Zeng (Drunk Fruit)

Come with AMSA and EMA as we take a trip to Little Tokyo for the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival. Titled Digital Histories, the program is a mechanism for Asian and Pacific Islander older adults to use their unique voices and perspectives in sharing stories with younger generations. Digital Histories seeks to engage the under- and misrepresented population of APAs in mainstream media in a visible way.
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