APEX Leadership Conference

The APEX Leadership Conference is a career development conference dedicated to Asian Pacific American professionals in Los Angeles. Event workshops include developing leadership skills, career advancement, and networking. The conference draws professionals from various industries, such as tech, entertainment, finance and many others. Participants can take advantage of the leadership conference to expand their network, showcase their skills and provide opportunities for career success. Workshops include: "Career Oxygen: The Blueprint [...]

A Decade and More: Volunteering for YO

I first heard about Youth Event when I was part of Chinatown Youth Club and we were invited to participate in 2002. As a participant, I remember being a competitive individual who wanted to win first place. After reflecting through the times I was participating as a youth, I now remember something more important that I didn't realize back then. I remember having caring and inspiring team leaders who [...]

APEX 22nd Awards Gala: Black & White - Recap

This year, we held our Gala at the Park Plaza Hotel! Here are some shots after we set up!   We started the night with our VIP Reception, sponsored by Johnnie Walker   To kick off, we had a live Roast Pig carving!   Then we headed upstairs, where YJ Gold and Andrea Mai-Tran (Sketchjuice), emceed the Awards Gala!   In addition to our delicious dinner, we had a fun [...]

Apply for Martell ICONS of INSPIRATION Mentorship Program

  2014-2015 Martell ICONS of Inspiration Celebrating the achievements of leading Asian Americans   “80% of success is showing up.” —Woody Allen The Program When you say yes to an event invitation, you say yes to a chance to meet like-minded people. When you say yes to a date, you might find your soul mate. When you say yes to a mentorship program, you can probably end up [...]

APEX Cares Volunteers Help CAUSE Honor API Leaders

  This past Friday, April 11th, 2014, the APEX Cares volunteer network came out to help with logistics for the “Reaching New Heights” 21st CAUSE dinner. Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment (CAUSE) founding member Charlie Woo was joined by over 50 elected officials to jointly recognize pioneering corporate and social leaders. This historic event comprised the largest convening of API representatives in the history of the United [...]

APEX OC Enjoys Happy Hour at 7 Seas Restaurant

APEX OC celebrated our first happy hour event for 2014 at 7 Seas Restaurant on Tuesday, March 25th. It was a casual evening to make new friends and socialize with our members. The most popular conversation topics were about Asian Professional Exchange Mentoring Program and the upcoming Youth Olympics. Both LA and OC boards were represented, past and present. We were provided an extended happy hour menu which kept our gathering going. [...]