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2024 Leadership Convention by NAAAP (#LC24)
FUTURE FORWARD: Leading Into The Unknown
As we look ahead into a rapidly-changing world, our convention theme “Future Forward: Leading Into The Unknown” prompts us to consider how might we guide others into uncertainty. We explore these questions as a community through engaging keynotes, insightful sessions, and collaborative forums to idea exchanges. We invite you to be part of our annual signature event of professional growth and personalized experiences, which includes:
6 Inspiring Keynotes
Over 80+ Industry-Leading Speakers
10 Tracks of Programming
44 Sessions of Professional Development
Relationship-Building Activities Throughout the Convention
Keynotes & Notable Speakers
We're thrilled to announce that we'll be revealing our lineup of speakers for the convention every Wednesday, starting 4/17!
7/25Th Morning Keynote
Chris Do, The Futur
TBA 4/24
TBA 5/1
TBA 5/8
TBA 5/15
TBA 5/22
TBA 5/29
TBA 6/5
TBA 6/12
TBA 6/19
TBA 6/26
TBA 7/3
Select from our range of 10 specialized tracks, each featuring at least 3 related sessions tailored to your interests and goals!
Tracks
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
With 44 sessions to attend, here we have some examples of sessions you could be attending this coming July!
Session Examples
Thursday
Climb: ERGs: Stepping Stones to the C-Suite
Charge!: Navy SEAL Leadership Lessons by Brian Losey
Care: The Asian American Cancer Question by MD Anderson Cancer Center
Explore: Personal Branding by Chris Do, The Futur
Impress: Next-Level Networking by Jonathan Javier
Friday
Elevate: Forward Leadership by Andrew Yang
Hustle: A.I. = Added Income by Jerry H. Lee
Dare: How to be an Astronaut
Identify: Mental Health and Asian Identity by Jeanie Chang, Noona's Noonchi
Impress: Improv Leadership by Cold Tofu Improv
Saturday
Share: TEDx Houston Salon (In coordination with the City of Houston’s Inaugural AAPI National Convention)
Beyond Sessions: Relationship-Building Activities
Experience a vibrant blend of networking opportunities, engaging activities, and unforgettable moments, where forging meaningful connections goes beyond just sessions.
Throughout the Convention
"Have a Sip" Podcast and Lounge
“WorkZone" Lounge
Wellness Retreat
Yoga, Running, and Pickleball Workouts
Thursday
“Houston Experience” Welcome Reception
ERG Reception
Group Meetups for Adoptees, LGBTQ+ & Allies
Friday
Diversity Career Fair
Networking Night at Dodgers vs. Astros Baseball Game
Houston AAPI Film Festival Screening
Saturday
Launch of the Inaugural City of Houston’s AAPI Convention
Asian Community Market
Texas-Sized Pool Party
Joint AAPI Unity Gala with the City of Houston’s AAPI Initiative
Sunday
NASA Tour
Dim Sum Brunch
Support LC24!
Please contact us if you are interested in:
General Questions: convention@naaap.org
Volunteering: convention.support@naaap.org
Speaking: speakers@naaap.org
Sponsoring: sponsors@naaap.org
About Leadership Convention
The Leadership Convention by NAAAP brings together over 700 Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) leaders for professional development, networking, and community building. The 37th annual, 2024 Leadership Convention (“LC24”) is at the Marriott Marquis Houston from July 25–28, 2024, and features keynotes, education and training sessions, networking events, a diversity career fair, and an awards gala. Notable activities include a “Houston Experience” welcome reception, ERG and other special meetups, an Astros-Dodgers baseball networking outing, a community-lifting Asian Community Market, a special tour of NASA, and partnered programming with the City of Houston, TEDx Houston, various national and local AAPI organizations, and diversity-supporting sponsors, partners, and individuals.
About NAAAP
NAAAP (National Association of Asian American Professionals, pronounced “nap”) is a pan-Asian, pan-professional, 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on developing, connecting, and inspiring leaders in the Asian and Pacific Islander community. Founded in 1982, NAAAP is the oldest and largest professional development organization for APIs, with over 30 chapters in the U.S., Canada, and Asia and a reach of thousands of members and supporters around the world.
2024 NAAAP100, Inspire, & Pride Awards
The nomination for our prestigious NAAAP 100, Inspire, and Pride awards is currently open! The NAAAP 100, Inspire, and Pride awards programs were created to recognize exemplary leaders in the AAPI community to celebrate, inspire, and confirm possibilities for many more future leaders.