Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Dr. Susanne Kim Goud GalliFacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Suzanne Kim Doud Galli, MD, Ph.D., FACS is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in solo practice in Washington, DC. In addition to her practice, she is involved in volunteerism and serving the Asian American community. She is a founding member and board member…

Senior Counsel, Parsus Law

Jen KimSenior Counsel, Parsus Law Jen is a corporate attorney specializing in M&A and startup work. From her experience of working in both large law firm and in-house settings in the US and Asia, Jen provides high-caliber legal advice that makes sense to her clients. Jen grew up spending time in South Korea, the US,…

CEO, Higher Ambition Leadership Alliance

Jeannie DiefenderferCEO, Higher Ambition Leadership Alliance Jeannie Diefenderfer is the Chief Executive Officer at Higher Ambition Leadership Alliance (www.higherambition.org), a not-for-profit community of leaders committed to building high-performing organizations that deliver superior economic and social value. As a business leader who turns the challenges of modern corporations into profitable opportunities, with extensive experience as a…

Founder & CEO, Equilar

David ChunFounder & CEO, Equilar David has led Equilar since its inception to become one of the most trusted names in the corporate governance community. David has been recognized as one of the “100 Most Influential Players in Corporate Governance” by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), the Disruptor Award by 2020 Women on…

President & CEO, Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum

Juliet K. ChoiPresident & CEO, Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum Juliet K. Choi is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF), a national health justice organization that influences policy, mobilizes communities, and strengthens programs and organizations to improve the health of Asian Americans, Native…

CEO, Karis Consulting

Grace ChoiCEO, Karis Consulting Grace Choi is the Founder and Principal of Karis Consulting Group, a national consulting firm that provides community organizing, strategic advising, and coalition-building support for AANHPI organizations to empower the voice and capacity of the community. She is also the Founder of the New York Coalition of Asian American and Pacific…

Public Relations Manager, CIM Group

Annie CanadaPublic Relations Manager, CIM Group Annie is a marketing and communications professional with 15 years of experience in commercial real estate. As a fierce advocate of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Annie co-founded/co-chaired the women’s leadership network at CIM Group and the Asian American & Pacific Islander employee resource group at Cushman & Wakefield. Back…

Executive Director

Linda ButcherSenior Director of Programming & Initiatives, CKA Linda Butcher is the Senior Director of Programming and Initiatives at the Council of Korean Americans (CKA). She has over 15 years of experience in nonprofit management, public affairs, programming, and strategic planning. Prior to CKA, Linda served as the Executive Director of International Student Conferences, Inc.…