We are extending Convention Discounts until June 15 (EARLY200W for $200 off 3-day and 2-day passes, EARLYSESSIONS50W for $50 off sessions-only passes, and EARLYGALA50W for $50 off gala tickets). More details on what tickets include can be found on our Registration page.
NAAAP leaders may also qualify for additional savings, please contact your local NAAAP chapter or registration@naaap.org for details.
Book your $199/ night rate (usually $500+/night) at Marriott Marquis Houston before it’s gone! UPDATE 5/30: 7/24W nights sold out, so we’re trying to find an alternate arrangement. For 7/25Th, 7/26F, and 7/27Sa nights, a few $199 rooms are available.
Baseball tickets and NASA Tour tickets to be available for sale on June 10.
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As we look ahead into a rapidly-changing world, our convention theme, Future Forward: Leading Into The Unknown, prompts us to consider how we might guide others into uncertainty. We explore these questions as a community through engaging keynotes, insightful sessions, and collaborative forums to exchange ideas and mobilize for action.
We invite you to be part of this 37th annual convention of professional growth and personalized experiences, which includes:
6 Inspiring Keynotes
Over 80+ Industry-Leading Speakers
8 Tracks of Programming
25 Sessions of Professional Development
Relationship-Building Activities Throughout the Convention
We're thrilled to announce that we'll be revealing our lineup of speakers for the convention every Wednesday!
Natalie Hee
TV Reporter & Fill-in Anchor at FOX 26 Houston
Co-President of AAJA Houston
Fri, 7/26 AM Speaker
Chris Pang
Actor & Film Producer
Thu, 7/26 AM Keynote
Jerry H. Lee
COO & Co-Founder of Wonsulting
Fri, 7/26 PM Speaker
Bao Nguyen
Film Director & Cinematographer
Thu, 7/27 AM Keynote
Jeanie Chang
Founder and CEO of Noona’s Noonchi
Thu, 7/25 AM Speaker
Chris Do
Founder & CEO, The Futur
Thu, 7/25 AM Keynote
Jonathan Javier
Co-Founder and CEO of Wonsulting
Thu, 7/25 PM Speaker
Brian Losey
Retired Navy Rear Admiral
Thu, 7/25 PM Speaker
Jane Hyun
Founder & President, Hyun & Associates
Author, Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling and Leadership Toolkit for Asians
Fri, 7/26 AM Speaker
Aparna Shewakramani
TV Personality and Author
Fri, 7/26 AM Keynote
Explore our array of eight unique tracks crafted to align with your career interests and aspirations!
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Thursday & Friday
Friday
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Saturday
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With a total of 25 sessions offered over the course of 3 days, we're confident you'll discover content tailored to your leadership goals among the examples provided below!
Thursday
“Climb” (Corporate/ ERG):
ERGs: Stepping Stones to the C-Suite w/ Brian Becker
“Charge!” (Gov’t/ Military):
Navy SEAL Leadership Lessons w/ Brian Losey
“Care” (Community/ Nonprofit):
Breaking Silence, Building Health w/ Dr. Ken Stein, Dr. Alda Tam, and Dr. Peter Chen
“Explore” (Professional Skills):
Personal Branding w/ Chris Do and Thuy-Linh Nguyen
“Impress” (Communication):
Improv Leadership w/ Cold Tofu Improv & Comedy Troupe
Friday
“Elevate” (Leadership):
Leadership Toolkit for Asians w/ Jane Hyun
“Hustle” (Entrepreneurs):
Discover Your Passion & Dream Your Career w/ Jerry H. Lee
“Dare” (Trailblazers/ Creatives):
The Legacy of Bruce Lee: 50 Years After His Untimely Passing w/ Bao Nguyen
“Identify” (Culture/ Belonging):
Mental Health and Asian Identity w/ Jeanie Y. Chang
“Impress” (Communication):
Next-Level Networking w/ Jonathan Javier
Saturday
“Share” (Storytelling):
TEDx Houston Salon
“The best way to lead people into the future is to connect with them deeply in the present.”
— Indra Nooyi
Whether you are an first-time, solo attendee or a continuing supporter of NAAAP’s annual conventions, you will find countless opportunities to network and build relationships.
Thursday
Group Meetups for Adoptees, LGBTQ+ & Allies, and more!
ERG Reception (invite-only)
“Houston Experience” Welcome Reception
Friday
Diversity Career Fair
Networking at Dodgers vs. Astros Baseball Game
Houston AAPI Film Festival Screening
Saturday
Launch of the Inaugural City of Houston’s AAPI Convention
Asian Community Market
Texas-Sized Pool Party
Joint AAPI Unity Gala (with the City of Houston’s AAPI Initiative)
Sunday
NASA Tour
Dim Sum Brunch
Throughout the Convention
"Have a Sip" Podcast and Lounge
“WorkZone" Room
Wellness Retreat
Yoga and Run / Walk
