The Leadership Convention by NAAAP is a premier event that brings together over 700 Asian and Pacific Islander (API) leaders for professional development, networking, and community building. This year marks the 37th annual convention, themed "Future Forward: Leading into the Unknown."

Event Details:

• Dates: July 25-28, 2024 (Wednesday-Sunday)
• Location: Marriott Marquis Houston, Houston, Texas
• Target Audience: Professionals and aspiring leaders from the AAPI community

Convention Theme & Highlights:

• Theme: Future Forward: Leading into the Unknown
• Focus: Explore how to lead in uncertain times through engaging keynotes, insightful sessions, and collaborative forums.
• Highlights:
  • 6 Inspiring Keynotes (including the speakers below)
  • Over 60+ Industry-Leading Speakers (including the speakers below)
  • 8 Tracks of Programming
  • 37 Sessions of Professional Development (increased from 31)
  • Relationship-Building Activities Throughout the Convention
  • Educational Sessions (previously unmentioned on website)
  • Diversity Career Fair (previously unmentioned on website)
  • Awards Gala (previously unmentioned on website)

Speaker Lineup:

• Thursday, July 25th:
  • Lou Diamond Philipps, Actor, Director, Author (PM Keynote)
  • Jeanie Chang, Founder & CEO of Noona's Noonchi (AM Speaker)
  • Jonathan Javier, Co-Founder & CEO of Wonsulting (PM Speaker)
  • Brian Losey, Retired Navy Rear Admiral (PM Speaker)
  • Chris Do, Founder & CEO, The Futur (AM Keynote)
• Friday, July 26th:
  • Chris Pang, Actor & Film Producer (AM Keynote)
  • Aparna Shewakramani, TV Personality & Author (AM Keynote)
  • Jane Hyun, Founder & President, Hyun & Associates, Author (AM Speaker)
  • Jerry H. Lee, COO & Co-Founder of Wonsulting (PM Speaker)
• Saturday, July 27th:
  • Bao Nguyen, Film Director & Cinematographer (AM Keynote)

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Tracks:

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‍Explore a variety of tracks designed to align with your career interests

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‍Beyond Sessions: Relationship-Building Activities Numerous

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‍Numerous networking opportunities throughout the convention, including group meetups, receptions, and social events.‍

Highlights:

• Thursday: Group Meetups, ERG Reception (invite-only), Welcome Reception
• Friday: Diversity Career Fair, Baseball Game, Film Festival Screening
• Saturday: City of Houston AAPI Convention Launch, Market, Pool Party, Gala
• Sunday: NASA Tour, Dim Sum Brunch
• Throughout the Convention: Podcast Lounge, WorkZone Room, Wellness Retreat, Fitness Activities

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