Honoring Outstanding Asian American and Pacific Islander Leaders in the Workforce

In 2021, we initiated the virtual DEI in Action Series to highlight leaders of all different backgrounds that are elevating DEI awareness around the globe in their own unique ways across industries. The series was a HUGE success, garnering 700+ viewers from all over the world! We host five-yearly events to celebrate Black History Month, Women’s History Month, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Pride Month, and Hispanic Heritage Month.

The impact of Asian American and Pacific Islander leaders is so deeply embedded in our daily lives that most of us tend to overpass its importance. In fact, one of the reasons why May was chosen to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month is because the Transcontinental Railroad, built almost entirely by Chinese immigrants, was completed on May 10, 1869. This railroad connected the east coast to the west and played a major role in the development of the western United States. This is only one of the infinite cases in which AAPIs have played a major role in shaping today’s America. In this episode, we will spotlight prominent AAPI leaders who continue making a mark on our culture, society, and politics, and learn about the challenges they have faced in doing so.