Stand Your Ground: Identifying & Responding to Anti-Asian Microaggressions (Virtual) Have you ever felt that a statement you received was a microaggression? Has anyone ever labeled you or referenced a stereotype that you did not immediately recognize? Do you regret not speaking up, or saying something different? If your answer to any of these questions is 'Yes,' then Ascend Austin’s upcoming virtual event, “Stand Your Ground” hosted by Aaron Fung, founder of InclusionAF is a must-attend, this Friday, July 19, 2024! Secure your spot now at https://bit.ly/AUS2024JUL for this invaluable session for Asian professionals and allies, to both recognize microaggressions and practice your responses to them. #Ascendaustin #AscendLeadership
Ascend Austin
Non-profit Organizations
Austin Texas Chapter of Ascend, the largest, non-profit Pan-Asian organization for business professionals in N. America
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Ascend is the largest, non-profit Pan-Asian membership organization for business professionals in North America. As a career lifecycle organization, Ascend offers robust leadership and professional development programs designed to cultivate Pan-Asian talent by supporting its members in reaching their career potential and by supporting its corporate partners to develop a strong, diverse, and inclusive workforce to achieve business growth.
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- 201-500 employees
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- 2021
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🚀 We need you! Ascend is launching a unique survey that takes a comprehensive look into API workforce issues. If you're an API professional, we’d love to hear from you. 🌟 Take just a few minutes to participate and help us make workforces more equitable for everyone. Your input matters! 🙌 https://hubs.li/Q02FKfdL0 Big shout-out to AAPI Data, Asians In Advertising, C100, Disability:IN, Exec|Comm, Gold House, HACR - Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility, Harvard Business Review, Human Rights Commission, Jeremy Lin Foundation, Multicultural Leadership Institute, Seramount, Stop AAPI Hate, Stand with Asian Americans, The Asian American Foundation, Women Business Collaborative, Exponential Talent LLC, Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA), AICPA, ALPFA New York, Association of National Advertisers, Commonwealth Club World Affairs, Equimundo: Center for Masculinities and Social Justice, Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA), NAPABA Law Foundation, NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors), National Congress of American Indians, National Organization on Disability, New York University, Out & Equal, Out Leadership, Prospanica National, SHRM, Stanford University Graduate School of Business, The Conference Board, The Indus Entrepreneurs(TiE), Toronto, United Nations and so much more for getting the word out about this important work.
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Can’t wait to see everyone at our national convention in just a few short weeks in VEGAS!!
We are excited to announce the 2024 Ascend Convention will be held in the vibrant city of Las Vegas from July 29-31! Attendees can expect a wide range of activities and programs that will foster learning, connections, and growth. Mark your calendars now. #ascendleadership #ascendconvention
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Stand Your Ground: Identifying & Responding to Anti-Asian Microaggressions (Virtual) Have you ever felt that a statement you received was a microaggression? Has anyone ever labeled you or referenced a stereotype that you did not immediately recognize? Do you regret not speaking up, or saying something different? If your answer to any of these question is 'Yes,' then circle the date: Friday, July 19, 2024 on your calendar – Ascend Austin’s upcoming Virtual event, “Stand Your Ground” hosted by Aaron Fung, founder of InclusionAF is a must-attend! An invaluable session for Asian professionals and allies, to both recognize microaggressions and practice your responses to them. Secure your spot now at https://bit.ly/AUS2024JUL for this not-to-miss Zoom meeting! #Ascendaustin #AscendLeadership
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Congrats to all 22 Ascend Scholarship recipients! 👏🏽 🎉 👏🏽 🎉 👏🏽 🎉 And a special shout out to our Longhorns 🤘🏽 Chioma Aguoru & Jimmy Liang 🤘🏽 We're proud of you all and can't wait to see the impact you make. Thank you for your partnership Synchrony, AICPA, Experian, RSM US LLP, EY, & Robert Half! #Ascend #InThisTogether #WeLeadTogether
🎉 Congrats to our 22 Ascend Scholarship recipients! 🎉 Your hard work, academic excellence, and community involvement have truly paid off. We're so proud to celebrate your achievements and can't wait to see where you lead us next! 🚀 Thank you to Synchrony, AICPA, Experian, RSM US LLP, EY, and Robert Half for your partnership in helping these students achieve their goals. #scholarships #student #college #university #Ascend #leadership
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Thank you Ascend Austin community for an engaging day of powerful insights, impactful conversations, deeper connection, and fun! We look forward to seeing you at our next event.
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Last week, Ascend Austin had the honor and privilege of hosting our first in-person 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 (𝐈𝐀𝐆) 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 with the theme of 𝐖𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. We had 80+ Pan-Asian professionals, advocates, and allies engage in pivotal conversations around creating community and inspiring change, challenging misconceptions and creating better pathways to leadership, and charting new paths by exploring traditional and unconventional career journeys. IAG would not have been possible without our 1️⃣ Generous Sponsors: Accenture, Deloitte, Dow, KPMG, Oracle, and RSM 2️⃣ Powerful Speakers: Stephanie Yokoyama, Accenture Lily Trieu, Asian Texans for Justice Laurie Winfield Vik Kumar (MBA, B.Tech), Oracle Jess Lin, Accenture Yihong Zeng, Deloitte Gopalakrishnan (Anand), General Motors Jessica Chen, CPA, Achieve Integrative Health Rene Helit Jr, The Cultured Chefs LLC Tanushri Niyogi Jain, Dow Nilesh Kunvarji (નિલેશ કુવરજી), Oracle 3️⃣ Game-changing & Fun IAG Attendees (see pics) AND our 4️⃣ Inspiring Ascend Austin leadership team who has worked tirelessly for months in creating such an impactful experience: Stephanie Yokoyama (IAG Lead) Gopalakrishnan (Anand) (IAG Co-Lead) Laurie Winfield (Networking Social Lead) Stephen Dao Austin Hensley Newton Wong Bang Huynh, CPA Andrew Chen Kenny Dao Peggy P. Wang Meha Parashar Parikh YJ Lin ➡️ 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬: https://lnkd.in/gS9a3-3h #leadership #mentoring #community Ascend
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The Ascend Austin Chapter recently went on a hike at the beautiful Walnut Creek Park, followed by a delicious meal at Ng Cafe for our April “Hike” and eat! 🥾🍜 We had a blast and would like to thank everyone who joined us. Don’t miss the next meet & eat event! Stay tuned! 🙌🏼 #ascendatx #outdoorfun #hiking #deliciousfood #meetandeat
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Ascend Austin reposted this
🌟 Last Tuesday we hosted our amazing API executives at the AEN Executive Forum! 🚀 It was inspiring to witness our community seize this chance to explore authentic leadership and build meaningful connections! #AListAwards2024 #AList #AListAwards #aapiheritage #AAPI Huge shout out to TD for sponsoring this event! 💫
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Ascend Austin reposted this
Happy AAPI Heritage Month to our AAPI family and allies! 🎉🌟 While we celebrate our culture every day, we're thrilled to take this month to honor and showcase the rich diversity and contributions of the AAPI community. Let's come together to uplift and empower each other, and continue to spread love and appreciation for our heritage. 🙌 #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPI #AANHPI #heritagemonth #asianamerican #asian #Ascend #leadership
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Ascend Austin reposted this
Happy AAPI Heritage Month to our AAPI family and allies! 🎉🌟 While we celebrate our culture every day, we're thrilled to take this month to honor and showcase the rich diversity and contributions of the AAPI community. Let's come together to uplift and empower each other, and continue to spread love and appreciation for our heritage. 🙌 #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPI #AANHPI #heritagemonth #asianamerican #asian #Ascend #leadership