Wendy Kim is an international best-selling author of the book: Beyond Blending In: An Immigrant Daughter's Guide to Overcoming Cultural Bonds for a Life of Authenticity and Abundance, public speaker and certified diversity, equity and inclusion educator. She works with Fortune 500 companies to support people from underrepresented groups to make their voices heard, take up space and be leaders in their organizations. In her work across different organizations, Wendy has found that one of the...

Amy Au is the founder of Innovate You. As an executive leadership coach, she radiates inspiring transformation with energizing connections. Amy empowers women in tech leaders and professionals by evoking their innate creativity and unlocking their innovative thinking pathways to seize opportunities, focus and take actions to turn their aspirations to accomplishments faster and be fulfilled in life. Transforming their lives and creating more positive impact to those around them for a brighter...

Rechie Valdez is the Minister of Small Business for the Government of Canada. She was elected as the Member of Parliament for Mississauga—Streetsville in 2021. She has been a member of various parliamentary committees and associations, including the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs, the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Canadian NATO Parliamentary Association, as well as the Chair of the Canada-Philippines Parliamentary Friendship Group. Minister Valdez is a...

Vivian Young is the Global Head Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs at JPMorganChase. As the Global Head of Asian & Pacific Islander Affairs for JPMorgan Chase, Vivian leads a full-time, dedicated team focused on advancing equity and inclusion for the Asian and Pacific Islander community. The key focus areas include driving opportunity and progress through increased cultural understanding and collaboration, raising awareness about cultural identity and the challenges faced by underserved...

Carissa Begonia is a Business Coach and LinkedIn Strategist for BIPOC entrepreneurs through company CONSCIOUSXCHANGE. She is particularly passionate about empowering underrepresented communities, particularly women of color to become successful entrepreneurs. Carissa has extensive experience in corporate settings and has worked with several large companies, focusing on driving initiatives that improve diversity and inclusion. She is often involved in speaking engagements, workshops, and...

Diana YK Chan is a renowned Business Growth Strategist, Personal Branding and Networking Expert. She is also the first Asian Canadian woman to achieve LinkedIn Top Voice. Diana helps her clients transition into business coaching and she is passionate about uncovering your unique strengths to help you stand out. As a super connector with a global network, Diana believes building and nurturing relationships unlocks new opportunities. Mer motto is "Your uniqueness is your edge, let’s turn it...

Nicole Casperson is a journalist, podcast host, and the founder of the media brand, Fintech Is Femme leading the charge to create an equitable and diverse industry. With over 60,000 industry professionals subscribing to her podcast and newsletter, Nicole has become a trusted source of news, insights, and analysis. Before Fintech Is Femme, Nicole was a finance reporter, covering different B2B niches, from housing and mortgages to auto finance and financial advice. In 2022, Nicole was named a...

Breana Chan is the Vice President and Global Supplier Diversity professional.  She isn't just a diversity champion; she's a proven business leader with a track record of turning passion into profit.  Her journey began in the dotcom boom, navigating the fast-paced world of Silicon Valley startups. This entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with her 30+ years of Procurement and Supplier Diversity experience across industries, fuels her approach to consulting and mentoring individuals and businesses....

Charlene Vickers is the Director, Supplier Diversity & Inclusion for Johnson & Johnson.  She is responsible for developing and executing business strategies and solutions for the supplier diversity program while building critical relationships with internal and external stakeholders including advocacy groups, NGOs, industry partners and peer companies. Charlene shares that moment she realize her strengths to tap into her purpose and be the confident woman that she is today.  She also...

Ann Ramakumaran is the Founder and CEO of Ampcus Inc.  Ann is a technology savvy entrepreneur with more than 20 plus years of design, development and delivery of innovative and leading-edge Technology Solutions and Human Capital Management across the globe. Under her leadership, she has cultivated Ampcus and Ampcus group of companies into a fast-growing Consulting and Professional Services organization. For eleven consecutive years she has been recognized as a top Asian American owned...

Steffny Wallace is a Lavender Farmer and Essential Oil Alchemist.  She was a TV producer in the advertising world for 30+ years, alongside being a lifelong spiritual seeker.  For the past 7 years, Steffny is a a lavender farmer working with a new process called Enlivening.  Steffny is also part of USPAACC WISE, a program intended for AAPI Women that would strategically address core issues and create lasting impact in their professional and personal lives, thus empowering and uplifting them in...

Ashley Araujo is a Global Contingent Sourcing Manager for Salesforce.  She is results driven, analytical, strategic and a Global MSP Program Management professional who has enhances her career by obtaining a Procurement or Program manager position within a PMO while supporting contingent workforce solutions. Ashley obtained certification in State and Federal employment law.  She is a proven leader who can manage multiple projects and programs while fostering teamwork through consistent...

Sherry-Lee Singh is the Senior Director for Supplier Inclusion for Walmart.  Sherry is a corporate and development leader with extensive international experience in philanthropy, entrepreneurship, sustainability, food and agriculture systems, sustainable supply chains, and team, programs and operations management. Sherry shares the importance when you give it your all and how it can build your confidence. Sherry is also part of the advisory board for USPAACC WISE, a program intended for...

Keisha Stephens is a Director People Operations.  Keisha has a wealth of experience in Contingent Strategy and Operations from managing enterprise client programs, as well as vendor-side experience. In addition to Contingent Workforce, Keisha leads several People programs including Offers+, Recruiting Coordination & Employee Referrals, Global Mobility & Immigration, and the People Heal. She has a proven track record in building, implementing, and managing global programs and...

Jennifer Rasing is the Global Pan Asian Network (PAN) People & Business Resource Group Lead for Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). A passionate scientist and leader for over 20 years in the biopharmaceutical industry, she is committed to championing and advancing equitable outcomes for all. She aims to empower the AANHPI workforce, promote diversity in healthcare, strengthen health equity and advance social justices for AANHPI patients and communities.  Throughout her tenure at BMS, Jennifer has...

Vivian Pham is the CFO at oneNav. Vivian has over 25 years of experience in finance and treasury executive roles in a range of technology businesses, from Fortune 200 companies to startups. She has combined her strategic and tactical financial leadership in all areas of finance, producing quantifiable bottom line results and financial strength. Most recently, Vivian served as President at Mirapath, Inc. Prior to that she was VP of Finance and Operations at Olivela, Inc., Director of...

Megha Malik is a Global Director, Corporate & Professional Services Procurement.  She is an award winning Business Relationship and Sourcing professional, with an MBA and extensive global experience across organizations.  Megha has demonstrated strong communication, business development, category management, contract negotiation and analytical skills across multiple industries.  She is experienced in engaging with C-Level and senior management and effectively managing multiple projects...

Lisa Brunet is the founder and CEO of DLZP Group.  The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of services with a proven ability to deliver cost-competitive solutions to our clients, regardless of size, industry or location, including:  Advisory services designed to help you meet strategic goals, properly scoped cybersecurity and privacy controls, holistic support for application design, build and operating services, infrastructure to achieve rapid launch on migration projects, and machine...

Kimberly Chastang-Lee is a Senior Director Strategic Sourcing Leader.  She is known for transforming Sourcing organizations into indispensable business partners at high profile organizations.  With 20+ years of experience, Kimberly can quickly assess business cases, produce and execute solutions, and build buy-in with key Executives across functions.  Her highly personable and impact oriented approach to leadership and relationship building has positioned her as a sought out leader in the...

Sangeeta Sharma is the co-founder of Eduley and the President of NIWE - Academy of Cosmetology & Massage.  With her extensive background and success in both education and spa ownership, Sangeeta created the state-of-the-art academic institution which is known as NIWE Academy. She recognized a need in Calgary for a personal, one-on-one, and innovative approach in learning. By combining both of her passions in life, education and beauty, Sangeeta founded the only cosmetology and massage...

Amy Geiger is the Director of FLEX Talent Solutions which is part of Marriot International.  She has championed the Fortune 100 organization’s internally run program, expanded its boundaries and bolstered its capabilities. In June, she launched a direct sourcing program to build out Marriott’s talent pools and benefit from its employer brand. And after a year-long RFP, she is also implementing a new VMS to launch by early next year. And in July, she eliminated Marriott’s MSP, bringing all...

Thea Cruz Brown is the Program Manager for USPAACC.  She is a results-driven professional with a strong track record in program and event management from concept to success.  Thea's passion lies in creating unforgettable brand experiences and driving results through innovative marketing strategies. With years of experience working with partners and external clients, she excels in building collaborative relationships that achieve outstanding outcomes. Thea shares how working for USPAACC has...

Shivangi Bajpai is a Global contingent workforce professional with extensive program and project management skills.  She is a relationship advisor providing strategic consulting and support for contingent workforce planning, total talent, stakeholder and supplier relationship management. Shivangi has a proven track record of establishing strong business and supplier relationships. She is also passionate about diversity and inclusion and is part of the USPAACC WISE, a program intended for AAPI...

Kathleen Wong is the Head of Supplier Diversity at Adobe where she leads the company's efforts to foster a more inclusive and sustainable supply chain, aligning with the company's core values and strategic objectives.  Under her leadership, Adobe has achieved significant milestones in data center sustainability and supplier diversity and inclusion, becoming a recognized leader in the software sector and beyond. She has received multiple awards for my contributions, including Adobe's...