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“Linsanity” has been sweeping the nation, but hot on Jeremy Lin’s accomplishments are the racially charged comments by Floyd Mayweather and Jason Whitlock.  This raises a valuable question:  as the 4.7% of the nation, should we as Asian American professionals be offended when Lin’s race and ethnicity are highlighted when his accomplishments are newsworthy alone?

Objectively, we should be pleased with these comments.  Not only has Jeremy Lin received recognition from President Obama, but he continues sustaining the positive stereotypes of Asian Americans as a Harvard Economics graduate, determined high achiever, humble man, and has extended them into basketball– a new space for Asian physical prowess and sport.

I think we can safely embrace Jeremy Lin as an opportunity for us to celebrate cultural stereotypes, and rally to join his success in exceeding them.  And as long as we do, we’ll all be “Linning”.

-Nick Cybela

NAAAP Atlanta, in partnership with NAAAP’s Women in NAAAP Present:

Leadership, Empowerment, and Beyond an intensive set of sessions featuring several passionate leaders

Event Features and Topics:

• Lunch with a speaker from the White House
• The recruiter’s view of social networking sites
• Leadership panel featuring successful Atlanta women leaders
• Healthy eating tips for the busy professional
• Networking evening reception
• and much more!

When: Saturday, November 6, 2010
Time: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Where: UPS Corporate Headquarters, 55 Glenlake Parkway, Atlanta, GA
Cost: $45 for non-NAAAP members; $35 for NAAAP members, $15 for students

RSVP: Reserve your seat today!

Special thanks to UPS, Macy’s, and Prudential for co-sponsoring this unique event!

The NAAAP National Webinar Series September

Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM EDT
Registration: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/288229819
or contact your local chapter / webinars@naaap.org for details.

The Power of Dreams and Crushing Obstacles

Join Svetlana Kim as she takes you through her colourful journey – one of adversity and courage – all being captured in her first award-winning memoir named after her grandmother. She has grown from a lonely immigrant arriving in New York City on a cold December day in 1991, to working as a cleaning lady, a department store clerk, a stockbroker, and subsequently becoming an executive with Lancôme, running the NBC Universal’s Business Women’s Network, and finally becoming a fundraiser for former Sen. Hillary Clinton. She has conquered it all. One realization as she reflected back was the value her babushka (grandmother in Russian) had told her years ago:  “We must face every situation with faith, hope, and love.  Embrace all that life throws at you, good or bad; neither will last forever.  Life is a gift from God, and it’s up to you how to use it.” All her obstacles and adversity have been a foundation for her success, but most importantly, she knows who she is.

About Svetlana Kim

Svetlana Kim is an entrepreneur, community leader and author of White Pearl and I: A Memoir of a Political Refugee, which chronicles her journey from Russia to the United States, where she arrived with only one dollar in her pocket and a few words of English at her disposal; today, she is a leader among her peers in the business world, and has been honored with numerous awards citing her commitment, skill, and integrity.

Those who have read her book have been touched by her life story and her ability to tell it with such passion and encouragement. Her book is unique in that it’s written by Lana being raised a Soviet-Korean in the former USSR, and paints a vivid picture of what life was like for Koreans living under communist rule in Russia.

The 24th Annual NAAAP Convention & Diversity Career Fair presented by Macy’s

The 24th Annual NAAAP Convention & Diversity Career Fair presented by Macy’s

NAAAP is offering a FREE Career Fair in conjunction with the National Association of Asian American Professionals, “Gateway to Leadership” Convention. A great opportunity to meet one-on-one with recruiters from leading national and bay area companies within the private, public, education and non-profit sectors. This two day event is a must for job seekers, career advancement or those looking to change careers.

Dates and Times for the Career Fair

Friday 8/13/10 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8/14/10 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location

The Palace Hotel
2 Montgomey Street
San Francisco, CA 94105-3402
http://www.sfpalace.com/

Companies

Macy’s
CIA
Raytheon
ARAMARK
Comcast
Sodexo
The Coca Cola Company
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Kaiser Permanente
McDonald’s
Northrop Grumman
Sysco
United States Navy
UPS
Wells Fargo
Bank of America
BP
FDIC
Gilead Sciences
Johnson & Johnson
Medtronic
MillerCoors
National Allergy & Air
National Labs
NSA
State Farm

It’s time to get serious about your career options.

Don’t wait. Sign up to put your resume in the hands of recruiters now and get a head start on the interview process!
For more info on the Career Fair or the Gateway to Leadership Convention contact us at info@naaapsf.org

http://naaapconvention.org

Develop Key Messages – Create a Vision – Build a Following with Naomi Takeuchi

The NAAAP National Webinar Series
Wednesday, July 28 at 9:00 PM E.D.T.

(note, the date has been changed from July 12 to July 28)

To register, please follow: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/709101818

Contact your local chapter or National Webinar Series team for further details.

Join us and learn:

• What makes messages memorable
• Why a clear vision is important for your organization
• Ways to market your message to develop a following

About Naomi Takeuchi

Ms. Naomi Takeuchi, former NAAAP National Programs Director and current Lt. Governor Marketing for Toastmasters International, North Carolina, is NAAAP’s July webinar presenter.  Ms. Takeuchi illustrates the important of key elements in making a message stick, and how it must tie into a bigger picture of the vision an organization aims to convey. Making messages memorable and marketing both the message and vision makes your voice heard and image shine.

Naomi Takeuchi is Founder and President of 1000 Cranes Business Consulting, a private consulting firm specializing in business consulting, strategic planning, and financial analysis for small businesses and nonprofit organizations. She has assisted organizations through thoughtful business planning, effective communication and organizational development, and as a professional member of the National Speakers Association, she regularly presents to executives, board members, senior staff, and consultants nationwide.  She teaches with the Duke Center for Non-Profits and is well known in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill “Triangle” area.

Naomi served as the NAAAP National Programs Chair from 2007-2009 and was a featured speaker at the NAAAP Leadership Retreats in Toronto and Nashville.  She also led workshops and Open Space sessions at the NAAAP National Conferences in Atlanta, Los Angeles and Denver.  She resigned in 2009 from her position on the NAAAP National Admin Team in order to campaign for and win the position of District 37 Lt Governor Marketing, with Toastmasters International.

We have some wonderful news from Brad Baldia, Judi Rhee Alloway, and the Convention Sponsorship Team.  Macy’s will become our Diamond Convention Sponsor for the 2010 Convention.  We are co-branding our convention to be the “24th Annual NAAAP Convention & Diversity Career Fair presented by Macy’s,” and we are excited and pleased to be partnering with such a supportive company.

Further, Leon Panetta, CIA Director has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the Convention.

Finally, we wanted to remind attendees that the registration discounts for the convention and for the hotels will expire on July 11th.  Although many of you will be traveling during the long Independence Day weekend, we hope that this reminder to lock in a discounted registration and hotel room get to you in time.  Registration information can be found at http://www.naaapconvention.org

Have a safe and happy 4th of July.

Click here for Official Rules PDF for the WIN Logo Contest

Women in NAAAP! announces our logo contest.  All Chapter and Ventures are encouraged to participate.

First prize includes $500 prize for Chapter and Venture towards WIN! Programming and events, $125 Visa Gift Card for the Individual, Creative Credit on WIN!’s website and Programming for 1 year plus a black and white business card sized ad in our “24^th Annual NAAAP Convention & Diversity Career Fair presented by Macy’s” Program Booklet as well as individual and Chapter and Venture public recognition at our WIN!’s Community Reception at our 24^th Annual Convention in San Francisco.

Besides winning honorable mentions, second prize receives $75 Visa Gift Card; third prize gets $50 Visa Gift Card.

Email ibc@womeninnaaap.org for more details and to submit an entry until July 15th, 2010. Contact Sheila Sun at Sheila.Sun@womeninnaaap.org for more clarification.

Women in NAAAP (aka WIN!) is a special program designed to equip Asian women with the tools and skills necessary to lead in the Asian Pacific community including the workplace. Our newly formed International Board Committee coordinates international programs for local Chapters/Ventures. We hope to create a vibrant professional network for all NAAAP male and female members to connect and participate.

Top 5 Easy WIN!ning Ways to be involved with WIN! as a paid member of NAAAP:

5. Webinars – As a reminder, our first WIN! nationally supported webinar “Breaking the Asian Women Stereotype” will be held on June 10, 2010 at 1pm EST/noon CT/11am PST. Presented by WIN! Chicago and organized by Parita Patel’s team, this webinar features actress and playwright, Shelen Atanacio.

Register through http://www.bit.ly/WiNwebinar1 and

http://blog.naaap.org/2010/05/27/breaking-the-asian-women-stereotype-with-shelen-atanacio-women-in-naaap/

4. Facebook – We would also like to invite you to join our Facebook group. WIN!’s Facebook page allows you to get updated information on our national and nationally supported programs as well as invitations to WIN! webinars and local events.

Please join through this link: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=125043744187025

3. NING – Please consider joining our social media and “Best Practices Forum” As a member, you can check out local WIN! Chapter/Venture events, network with other members internationally, and find a WIN! mentor in the near future.  Local WIN! Chapter and Venture Leaders can feel free to post updates, pictures or videos of their events. Also, members are encouraged to post articles, share comments and discuss relevant issues pertaining to Asian women.

NING network at http://winaaap.ning.com/

2. Conference Calls – If you enjoy learning how to break the Asian women stereotype, then help us design WIN! Programming content. Our call next Tuesday, June 15, 2010 will be to discuss the issues that Asian women face in leadership development for our WIN! programming.

Please contact Judi_Alloway@naaap.org to join

1. NAAAP National Convention – On Saturday August 14, 2010 at the Palace Hotel, San Francisco, WIN! is holding an all day track of skill-building workshops, unique panels, and networking. By participating you will gain perspectives on issues Asian Women confront as professionals and in society – a valuable tool for employees and employers.  One-day passes are available!

Please register through: http://www.naaapconvention.org/2010/Home.aspx

Thank you for your support! We hope to see you soon!

Judi Rhee Alloway
National Director
Women in NAAAP!

Natalie S. Victoria
VP of Administration
Women in NAAAP!

Women in NAAAP Presents Breaking the Asian Women Stereotype with Shelen Atanacio

Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:00 pm Central/1pm Eastern
Online Registration: http://www.bit.ly/WiNwebinar1

- Tired of being passed up for promotion?
- Keep being told you are too shy or quiet but don’t know why?
- Get feedback that you have great technical skills but don’t possess leadership skills?
Then this webinar is for you!

Guest Speaker is Shelen Atanacio

Shelene is an actress, playwright, single-mom and best-selling author whose first book, ”Acting From the Inside Out”, shares a message of reaching one’s full potential in life, breaking through self-limiting beliefs and cultivating an inspired mind. Especially targeted to female professionals and young professionals who are just establishing their careers.

The NAAAP National Webinar Series June
Date: Monday, June 28, 2010  9:00 PM Eastern
Registration: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/405118066
or contact your local chapter / webinars@naaap.org for details.

Adding to your Leadership Toolbox with Dr. Tom Anastasi

There is no one formula for successful leadership.  Leaders have a broad repertoire of internal capacities and behavioral skills to transform situations for the positive, frequently well beyond what conventional wisdom held was possible.  Some styles come naturally, while others can be developed.  In this multi-media presentation, several traits and leaders will be discussed and analyzed so that participants can enhance their managerial toolbox to deal with a wide variety of people and situations.   A question-and-answer period will follow the presentation.

About Tom Anastasi

Dr. Tom Anastasi is a national best-selling author who has over 20 years experience teaching Leadership, Negotiations, Decision-making, and Entrepreneurship. He has taught at the Harvard University School of Public Health, Boston University School of Management, and the University of Washington Law School. His recent book, The Successful Entrepreneur: American Dream Done Right (Glenbridge Publishing, Ltd.) recently had a national release. Dr.  Anastasi has appeared of hundreds of radio and television shows across the country. Visit his website at tomanastasi.com for more details on his biography and other publications.