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Ascend North Texas Ascend North Texas is the North Texas chapter of Ascend, the largest global network advancing Pan-Asian professionals in the workplace.

Please visit our linktree at https://linktr.ee/ascendntx Our Vision
Enhance the presence and influence of current and future Pan-Asian business leaders and serve as a collective voice for Pan-Asian business communities. Our Mission
Be the premier professional organization dedicated to enabling its members, corporate partners and the professional Pan-Asian community to leverage the leadership and global business potential of Pan-Asian professionals worldwide. Objectives
Connect Pan-Asian leaders across industries through a network of seasoned professionals and emerging leaders
Enable young professionals and emerging leaders to pursue their dreams and achieve new professional heights
Assist our partners and sponsors to achieve their business growth through world-class diversity and inclusion practices

Our Membership
Membership is open to individuals of all ethnicity and business backgrounds. The majority of our members come from fields where there is a high concentration of Pan-Asians – accounting, financial services, technology, engineering, professional services, and others in business, government, and academia. Our Community
Pan-Asians have cultural origins from more than 32 ethnic groups. Of those, six major groups account for more than 95 percent of the Pan-Asians in the U.S.: Asian Indian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese. The role that they play in the global marketplace continues to grow with the economic growth of Asia, especially China, India and Southeast Asia. Pan-Asian professionals represent a pipeline of strong talent for companies. Today, Pan-Asians are high contributors to U.S. and global businesses:

The Pan-Asian population is expected to triple to 40 million in the next 40 years. The Pan-Asian workforce is highly-educated, technically skilled and affluent with tremendous leadership potential. Pan-Asian corporations are setting up operations in the U.S. and represent the fastest growing market.

Did you enjoy the ERG / BRG session from Ascend’s IAG conference?Please join us for an ERG / BRG Summit hosted by TIAA! ...
10/16/2026

Did you enjoy the ERG / BRG session from Ascend’s IAG conference?

Please join us for an ERG / BRG Summit hosted by TIAA! This event will bring together employee resource group and business resource group leaders, professionals, and allies to connect, share best practices, and explore new opportunities to strengthen our communities and drive meaningful impact across organizations.

From fostering cross-generational leadership to building inclusive workplaces and empowering the next generation of leaders, this summit is an opportunity to turn inspiration into action.

We look forward to connecting with you!

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Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is coming up on 10/10/2026 at BNSF’s Headquarters ...
10/09/2026

Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is coming up on 10/10/2026 at BNSF’s Headquarters (2400 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76131).

As part of programming, we’re excited to welcome David Leung from PwC to the Panel #3 speaker lineup! As a former member of the Ascend North Texas Board, David is no stranger to the Ascend community, and we’re thrilled to welcome him back to the stage to share his perspective and experiences!

Panel #3 features accomplished executives who will share their experiences navigating critical career transitions, pursuing executive opportunities, and adapting to a rapidly evolving business landscape. Our esteemed Panelists will discuss the skills, mindset shifts, and strategic decisions that helped them progress from experienced professionals to senior leaders, while also exploring how AI is transforming the future of work and leadership.

We hope to see you there!

Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is just around the corner on October 10, 2026, at ...
10/06/2026

Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is just around the corner on October 10, 2026, at BNSF Headquarters (2400 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth, TX)!

Join us for Panel #1: Generational Synergy in Innovation, where accomplished our panelists will share how organizations can unlock breakthrough ideas and accelerate growth by bringing together the experience, institutional knowledge, and strategic perspective of seasoned leaders with the digital fluency, fresh thinking, and bold ideas of emerging talent.

In an era shaped by AI, rapid technological change, and evolving customer expectations, this engaging discussion will explore how multigenerational collaboration fuels innovation, strengthens organizational resilience, and drives long-term success.

Jim Tam Priya Sarjoo Priyanka Bhardwaj Gayatri Satpathy Abhinav Agrawal

Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is coming up on 10/10/2026 at BNSF’s Headquarters ...
10/03/2026

Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is coming up on 10/10/2026 at BNSF’s Headquarters (2400 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth, TX)

Join us for Panel #3 where our esteemed panelists will explore how empathy, authenticity, and purpose can transform the way we lead. Join us for an engaging conversation on building trust, fostering inclusion, and creating stronger connections through human-centered leadership.

Hope to see you there!

Chintan Thakkar Samuel Liyanage Manshi Mehta, PMP, Master Black Belt Aaron M. Young, JD, CPA Rohitha V.

Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is coming up on 10/10/2026 at BNSF’s Headquarters ...
09/27/2026

Ascend North Texas’s upcoming Inspiring Across Generations Conference is coming up on 10/10/2026 at BNSF’s Headquarters (2400 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth, TX)!

Panel #3 features accomplished executives who will share their experiences navigating critical career transitions, pursuing executive opportunities, and adapting to a rapidly evolving business landscape. Our esteemed Panelists will discuss the skills, mindset shifts, and strategic decisions that helped them progress from experienced professionals to senior leaders, while also exploring how AI is transforming the future of work and leadership.

We hope to see you there!

Farida Iqbal Neha Pathak Maharish Ravi Kalaga Rohan D’souza, CPA, CISA, CISM Rachel McKenna, CPA, CIA Lina Kristina

Join Ascend North Texas for the 2026 Inspiring Across Generations (IAG) Conference!In a time of rapid innovation and con...
09/18/2026

Join Ascend North Texas for the 2026 Inspiring Across Generations (IAG) Conference!

In a time of rapid innovation and constant change, effective leadership requires more than expertise alone. It demands adaptability, purpose, and the ability to inspire others through uncertainty. The 2026 IAG Conference brings together emerging professionals, established leaders, and executives for a day of learning, connection, and growth focused on this year’s theme, Leadership Meets Innovation.

This conference explores the intersection of human-centered leadership and bold innovation, challenging attendees to examine how they lead, influence, and create meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving world. Sign up today to secure your spot! (https://lnkd.in/gJe7wABC)

Last Saturday, Ascend North Texas members and conference attendees came together for a post-conference networking event ...
08/30/2026

Last Saturday, Ascend North Texas members and conference attendees came together for a post-conference networking event to reconnect, share key takeaways, and continue building meaningful relationships beyond the conference.

A special thank you to May Dragon Chinese Restaurant, a beloved DFW Chinese dining staple, for graciously hosting the event and providing an excellent venue and delicious food for our attendees. We would also like to recognize Lana Tran and Winston Lam for their leadership in organizing this event and extend our appreciation to Damodar Shenoy, Taylor Phoumivong, Soniya Hiremath and Dorothy Lam for sharing their experiences, insights, and key takeaways from Ascend Engage. Their contributions helped foster meaningful conversations and strengthen connections within our community.

We appreciate everyone who joined us and look forward to staying connected!

The conversation and connections don’t have to end when the conference does! Please join the Ascend North Texas Team for...
08/13/2026

The conversation and connections don’t have to end when the conference does! Please join the Ascend North Texas Team for our Post-Engage Meet & Greet at May Dragon on August 22nd from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Our team invites you to reconnect with new and familiar faces in a relaxed atmosphere! Engage attendance not required.

Please use the following link to register: https://lnkd.in/g8xnpV3F

The Ascend North Texas delegation had the incredible opportunity to connect with professionals from across the country a...
07/30/2026

The Ascend North Texas delegation had the incredible opportunity to connect with professionals from across the country at Ascend Engage 2026 in Las Vegas!

Throughout the conference, members participated in impactful networking events, attended targeted professional development sessions, and gained valuable insights from inspiring panels focused on leadership, career growth, and advancing AAPI representation in the workplace. The opportunity to exchange ideas with fellow professionals and build meaningful connections was truly energizing.

We were also proud to celebrate a special milestone for our chapter as two Ascend North Texas Board members (Shuba Manikandan & Manu Kumar) were recognized with Ascend’s President’s Award for their outstanding contributions to AAPI professionalism and commitment to Ascend’s mission. Their leadership and dedication continue to make a meaningful impact within our chapter and the broader community.

Thank you to the Ascend National Team for curating such an inspiring experience! Our Leadership Team looks forward to applying the insights, connections, and best practices gained through Ascend Engage to create more meaningful programming for our members and continue advancing our chapter’s mission with renewed energy and purpose.

What a way to kick off Ascend Engage!🏏✨Thank you to everyone who joined us at Lorde’s Indoor Sports for our Pre-Ascend E...
07/14/2026

What a way to kick off Ascend Engage!🏏✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Lorde’s Indoor Sports for our Pre-Ascend Engage Cricket Social! Whether you’re attending the conference or simply looking to connect with fellow Ascend members, this event was all about building relationships, expanding our network, and having fun together.

It was incredible to see new and familiar faces come together for an evening of friendly competition, great conversations, and community. Events like these remind us that some of the best connections happen long before the conference begins!

We can’t wait to see everyone at Ascend Engage! For those who aren’t attending, we look forward to seeing you at our next event!

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