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About Ascend

Who We Are

Ascend is powered by a network of accomplished professionals and executives from global companies who generously volunteer their time in order to advance the state of API equity at work.

We develop, support, and empower Pan-Asians throughout their careers with a network for growth and advancement that enables our members to serve our vibrant communities to the best of their abilities.

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Ascend Programs

We offer career lifecycle and cross-industry networking and mentorship opportunities, development and leadership programs.

Local Events

Local Events

Local Events

Conferences

Conferences

Conferences

Initiatives

Initiatives

Initiatives

Research

Research

Research

Our Partners

Meet the Team

James Pan

James Pan

Co-President

Vanessa Quimpo Obrochta

Vanessa Quimpo Obrochta

Co-President

Sophia Shen

Sophia Shen

Secretary

Sharmila Fowler

Sharmila Fowler

VP Programs

Cynthia Tsai Carden

Cynthia Tsai Carden

Treasurer

Sana Mohammed

Sana Mohammed

VP Marketing

Hollina Ung

Hollina Ung

Co-VP Community Relations

Melissa Lee

Melissa Lee

Co-VP Community Relations

Bob Wang

Bob Wang

Co-VP Corp Development

Megan McEmery

Megan McEmery

Co-VP Corp Development

Marc Nievera

Marc Nievera

Co-VP Student Affairs

Clarence Ang

Clarence Ang

At Large

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