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According to sources, there is a substantial gap in ethnic representation at top levels that companies should try closing if they want to see more robust business results. Thank you Agenda Financial Times for bringing to light the diversity gap in boardrooms today and the importance of building a more inclusive future at the top. #InclusiveLeadership #BoardroomEquity #AAPI #API #Ascend #Leadership

As the holidays approach, we’re reflecting on an incredible year of progress, impact, and community. ✨ 22 scholarships awarded to deserving API students, surpassing $1.25M in contributions. ✨ Published research on API mental health and workplace well-being, addressing key cultural stressors. ✨ Honored 33 A-List API changemakers and allies making waves across industries. ✨ Delivered 20+ Ascend Cares programs fostering inclusion and supporting local communities. ✨ Volunteered 2,500+ hours to improve financial literacy, fight food insecurity, and serve those in need. This Giving Tuesday, we hope you’ll consider supporting Ascend’s mission of empowering API leaders and shaping a brighter, more inclusive future. Give early today: https://bit.ly/4ibBU1I #GivingTuesday #Ascend #Leadership #AAPI #API

🎉 Congratulations Angela Hwang on being named CEO-Partner at Flagship Pioneering and CEO of Metaphore Biotechnologies! 👏 With Angela’s distinguished background that includes over 27 years of experience at Pfizer, she is poised to lead the Metaphore team in transforming patients’ lives worldwide. Wishing Angela great success in this next chapter!

How can companies better support their API employees? 🎙️ Listen to our latest podcast episode where Dr. Jenny Wang and David Doan discuss the pressures and burnout APIs face in the workplace and what we can do to combat these issues. https://bit.ly/3AGitxb #APIFutures #Podcast #Ascend #Leadership #AAPI #API #APIMentalHealth

🎙️ Episode 12 of API Futures is here! Marking the release of the final report in our 3-part series on API mental health and well-being, Dr. Jenny Wang and David Doan dive into the unique challenges faced by API professionals in the workplace. Tune in to learn how leaders and employers can go deeper in creating truly supportive environments. 🙌 https://bit.ly/3Zd9rB2 #APIFutures #Podcast #Ascend #Leadership #AAPI #API #APIMentalHealth

🌟 Exciting news! Nominations are open for our 2025 Aspiring Directors Academy happening March 27-28 in Palo Alto, CA. This unique development program is designed for API senior executives aiming to secure a corporate board seat within the next 1-3 years. Know someone who fits the bill? Nominate today: https://bit.ly/40FYN73 Special thanks to our program sponsor EY #AscendSummit2025 #AspiringDirectorsAcademy #Ascend #Leadership #AAPI #API

Has Ascend helped you reach new career heights? Find invaluable mentors? Gain a community? We want to hear from you! 📣 Share your story for a chance to be featured in our 20th-anniversary campaign next year. Let’s celebrate the impact we’re creating together, one story at a time. https://bit.ly/3UR8vQe #AscendImpactStories #Ascend #Leadership #AAPI #API

🌟 While the path to self-acceptance isn’t easy, it can make the greatest difference. 🌟 Listen in to learn about the paths Dr. Saju Mathew and Maulik Pancholy took to stay true to themselves in our latest episode of API Futures. https://bit.ly/4hEfohE #APIFutures #Podcast #LGBTQIA #Ascend #Leadership #AAPI #API

✨ Just launched: The final report in our 3-part series spotlighting API mental health in the workplace and beyond is here! This study dives deep into actionable steps for leaders to effectively promote mental health and well-being, pushing past surface-level efforts. Achieving work-life balance can be especially difficult for API employees so it's crucial for company leaders to truly commit to fostering a healthy environment. Learn more about the report here: https://bit.ly/ascend-mh3 ✨ #MentalHealth #API #Ascend #ThoughtLeadership

Catch the newest episode of API Futures, where Maulik Pancholy and Dr. Saju Mathew open up about their courageous journeys of coming out and embracing their true identities. Tune in here: https://bit.ly/4fkb0Cm #APIFutures #LGBTQIA #Ascend #Leadership #AAPI #API