Ascend North Texas

Last week, Ascend North Texas hosted its Women Who Ascend Women’s Networking Event in collaboration with our esteemed sponsor, Crowe! The event provided women with the opportunity to network, engage in meaningful professional discussions and enjoy delicious food and desserts at La Parisienne.

Thank you to our guests, sponsor, and honored speaker, Aditi Singhal, for making this event impactful and memorable!

The Ascend North Texas family welcomes you to join us for a women’s networking event in collaboration with our wonderful sponsor, Crowe at La Parisienne in Addison, TX! Appetizers, new connections, and memorable experiences guaranteed!

We hope to see you there!

Happy Lunar New Year! Please join us at Kirin Court for a Lunar New Year celebration honoring the Year of the Horse! Expect delicious dishes, entertainment, and plenty of chances to connect with fellow AAPI professionals as we kick off a year of momentum and possibility!

We're excited to see you there!

Ascend NTX Diwali Dinner

It’s Diwali, the sparkling festival of lights — a joyful celebration of light over darkness and good over evil! Enjoy festivities tinged with rich traditions, delicious food, lively entertainment, and the spirit of community: Friday, November 7, 2025, hosted by Ascend North Texas!

Whether new to Diwali or celebrating for years, come together to connect, learn, and create lasting memories with friends and fellow professionals.

Explore the details and sign up now at: https://www.ascendnorthtexas.org/ascend-ntx-diwali-dinner for some festive fun!

Leading with Resilience: From Disruption to Distinction
Panel 2: Evolving Technology & Future Growth Strategies

Technology is reshaping the way we live, work and grow businesses. From AI and automation to new waves of digital transformation, organizations face a unique challenge: how to embrace innovation while staying grounded in stability, ethics, and people.

Our Panel 2 brings together leaders from across industries to share how they are navigating these shifts. Expect real-world examples, lessons learned and candid insights about what’s hype, what’s here to stay and what’s next. Happening this Friday, October 10, 2025, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT:

Speakers:
-Bhaskar Lokanathan, Global Startup Development, Lead Microsoft
-Shanthi Rajaram, CEO & President, Amazech Solutions
-Nick Russell, Managing Director, Protiviti
Moderator: Zain Ali, Associate Professor, TCU

View more details at: https://www.ascendnorthtexas.org/iag-2025

Leading with Resilience: From Disruption to Distinction
BRG Leadership Forum- Impact Luncheon (Invite Only)

The BRG Leaders' Impact Luncheon at Ascend North Texas’ Inspiring Across Generations conference, is a dynamic gathering of inclusion champions from across the Metroplex-featuring a panel of seasoned BRG leaders from Sixth Street, KPMG, and TIAA:

-Burton Chen, Vice President, Sixth Street
-Vishal Goel, Senior Manager, KPMG
-Rohitha V., Director, TIAA
-Lumia Z., Senior Director, CBRE

This interactive session will spotlight cross-company collaboration, best practices, and the power of community-driven leadership. An ideal opportunity to connect with counterparts, share and build our joint plan for combined impact- happening this Friday, October 10, 2025,12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CT.

Leading with Resilience: From Disruption to Distinction

Introducing our compelling IAG Panel 1:
Leadership Equation: Disruption + Vision = Distinction: A session designed to inspire and challenge how we think about leadership in today’s dynamic world - Friday, October 10, 2025, 9:45 AM -10:45 AM CT.

Leadership is no longer just about guiding teams or achieving goals—it’s about embracing disruption as a catalyst for change, crafting a bold vision, and transforming challenges into opportunities that create lasting impact!

Whether you're navigating uncertainty, fostering collaboration, or driving transformation, this equation provides a valuable framework for evolving your leadership approach and standing out in a rapidly changing environment.

Meet our forward-thinking panel who redefine leadership for a changing world!
Speakers:
-Abid Abedi, CEO iCode
-Caren Lock, Managing Director TIAA
-Jenna Liao, CPA, Partner Crowe
-Neena Newberry, Chief Executive Officer, Newberry Solutions

Moderator: Chintan Thakkar, Managing Director, R&C- Regulatory

Sign up now at : https://www.ascendnorthtexas.org/iag-2025. Let’s redefine what it means to lead with purpose, resilience, and clarity in a world of constant change.

Leading with Resilience: From Disruption to Distinction

Announcing "Multi-generational Workforce – Future Forward" - an engaging Panel 3 discussion at our 2025 IAG Conference: Friday, October 10, 2025, 1:45pm - 2:45PM CT.

Today’s workforce spans multiple generations, each bringing unique perspectives, strengths, and expectations to the table. This engaging panel features diverse voices—from early career professionals to experienced leaders—who will share practical strategies for onboarding, building high-performing teams, and turning generational differences into collaborative advantages.

Meet our panelists who through real-world insights and candid conversation, will explore how to foster inclusive environments where every generation feels valued and empowered:

Speakers:
-Ramesh Avula, Partner, AlixPartners
-Sonali Pahuja, Senior Analyst, Goldman Sachs
-Jenny Qin, Director, RSM US LLP

Moderators:
-Rachel McKenna, Senior Associate, PwC
-Jim Tam, Client Executive, Gartner

Whether you're leading a team or just starting out, this session will equip you with tools to navigate generational dynamics and lead with a future-forward mindset.

View details and sign up at: https://www.ascendnorthtexas.org/iag-2025 to secure your spot and be part of this shaping-the-future conversation.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Leading with Resilience: From Disruption to Distinction

Circle the date: Friday, October 10, 2025. Ascend North Texas' annual Inspiring Across Generations (IAG) Conference is coming up at the TIAA HQ in Frisco! Join us to lead with resilience!

What to Expect: Connect with industry leaders, participate in impactful workshops and network with like-minded professionals.

View all the details at: https://www.ascendnorthtexas.org/iag-2025. Sign up before 9/15 to secure early-bird pricing! Limited seats.

Cricket & Pre-Ascend Engage Social
Pitch Perfect: Join us for pre-Ascend Engage networking and complimentary cricket introduction!

Meet, Connect and Play- this Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 22 Yards! Ascend Engage networking kicks off with Ascend North Texas' vibrant pre-Ascend Engage Meetup and Cricket Social!

Connect with fellow Ascend members, share Conference plans, and enjoy an exciting Cricket introduction! Fuel your fun—enjoy complimentary snacks and refreshments as you play and mingle.

By popular demand, more spots added—come be part of the action! RSVP by July 17, 2025 at: https://www.ascendnorthtexas.org/cricket-and-pre-convention-social2 to secure your spot.