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Thursday, July 29, 2010
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NAAAP San Diego is the San Diego venture of the National Association of Asian American Professionals. Our group was originally created as San Diego Asian Professionals (SDAP) in January of 2006. NAAAP-San Diego is a non-profit, professional organization that promotes leadership development of Asian American professionals in all areas including networking, business etiquette, professionalism, Asian cultural awareness, diversity and community service. As a Nationally recognized organization, we have the support of a large collective of chapters and ventures nationwide that share our passion and vigor. Be sure to look for us on Facebook and Twitter, and see you at our Events!
Objectives
1) To create and promote a strong, healthy community for those interested in the API culture and heritage.
2) To provide a professional network, facilitate and encourage personal and professional development through workshops, seminars, and events.
3) To actively participate in the San Diego community by supporting local organizations and programs.
4) To be positive role models and mentors to API youth and college students.
5) To promote diversity in the community and workplace.
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| History and Mission of NAAAP
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The National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that cultivates, supports, and promotes Asian American leaders. NAAAP offers professional development opportunities on the local and national level, engages its membership in community service, and organizes professional networking events. Through NAAAP, members work together to enhance leadership in their careers and communities.
As the largest and fastest growing Asian American professional organization in North America, NAAAP continues to provide its members with the tools and resources to further career advancements and empower Asian Americans to become great leaders and reliable employees. Founded in 1982, NAAAP has since expanded to more than 25 metropolitan cities in the United States and Canada. NAAAP members are affiliated with either a chapter or a venture. Ventures exist as chapter start-ups throughout North America.
Members include a diverse group of leaders and working professionals, with various levels of educational and professional backgrounds: corporate, small business, non-profit, academic, and governmental. Our members are Asian Americans of all descents, who work together on career advancement while making significant contributions to the community.
NAAAP is dedicated to the improvement of the Asian American community by promoting leadership, career development, educational exchange, professional networking, social networking, and civic responsibilities. Currently NAAAP has a national network consisted of more than 4,500 members with chapters across the country. The membership is open to anyone regardless of ethnicity, socioeconomic status or creed. Current members include individuals from a range of backgrounds that include managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the community.
NAAAP is the network for Asian American leaders. The NAAAP Vision: “We make leaders!”
NAAAP's mission is to
- Connect accomplished professionals for mutual success
- Engage and participate with the community-at-large
- C ultivate and empower leaders for professional excellence
- Inspire leaders to make a meaningful difference in governm ent, education, business, and society.
The National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that cultivates, supports, and promotes Asian American leaders. NAAAP offers professional development opportunities on the local and national level, engages its membership in community service, and organizes professional networking events. Through NAAAP, members work together to enhance leadership in their careers and communities.
As the largest and fastest growing Asian American professional organization in North America, NAAAP continues to provide its members with the tools and resources to further career advancements and empower Asian Americans to become great leaders and reliable employees. Founded in 1982, NAAAP has since expanded to more than 25 metropolitan cities in the United States and Canada. NAAAP members are affiliated with either a chapter or a venture. Ventures exist as chapter start-ups throughout North America.
Members include a diverse group of leaders and working professionals, with various levels of educational and professional backgrounds: corporate, small business, non-profit, academic, and governmental. Our members are Asian Americans of all descents, who work together on career advancement while making significant contributions to the community.
NAAAP is dedicated to the improvement of the Asian American community by promoting leadership, career development, educational exchange, professional networking, social networking, and civic responsibilities. Currently NAAAP has a national network consisted of more than 4,500 members with chapters across the country. The membership is open to anyone regardless of ethnicity, socioeconomic status or creed. Current members include individuals from a range of backgrounds that include managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the community.
NAAAP is the network for Asian American leaders. The NAAAP Vision: “We make leaders!”
NAAAP's mission is to
- Connect accomplished professionals for mutual success
- Engage and participate with the community-at-large
- C ultivate and empower leaders for professional excellence
- Inspire leaders to make a meaningful difference in governm ent, education, business, and society.
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| Meet the NAAAP San Diego Team
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Michael Nguyen
President 
Other Affiliations
Vietnamese American Youth Alliance (www.vayasd.org) -- Public Relations Chair
Project Management Institute -- Project Management Certification (PMI)
Michael Nguyen is the Current President/Chair of National Association of Asian Professionals-San Diego. He received his Bachelors Degree at Cal State San Marcos along with University of San Diego, California as well as current Certification with Project Management Institute. Drawing on 8 years of corporate experience with companies such as LPL Financial, AMN Healthcare, Websense Inc, and Sony Electronics along with chartering the Asian Pacific Student Society (Cal State San Marcos), he has experience both in leadership roles as well as vital team-member roles. He considers himself a Servant Leader, in that he chooses to serve those he leads. This style has translated to success as Public Relations Chair of Vietnamese American Youth Alliance, drawing in record crowds of 25,000 attendees to the San Diego Tet Festival 2008 (www.sdtet.com). Appearing on air on most of the major local network news stations (CBS, NBC, and FOX) he has promoted Asian American Culture/Heritage through all outlets. Serving as Volunteer Chair at the Filipino-American Cultural Trade Expo (2007 and 2008) he has experience leading teams of Volunteers.
To contact Michael please email him at michael@naaapsandiego.org.
Justin Feng
Executive Vice President  Other Affiliations:
Taiwanese American Professionals - San Diego (TAP-SD)
National Association of Asian American Professionals - Orange County (NAAAP-OC)
CGIU-UCSD/UCSD Global Health Initiative
Justin Feng is the current Executive Vice President of the San Diego Venture of the National Association of Asian Professionals. He graduated from UCSD with a B.S. in Bionengineering, attended the Drexel University College of Medicine, and is currently enrolled as a Ph.D. student at UCSD. Drawing on his experience as a published writer on government foreign and domestic policy, he has worked on several successful political campaigns in leadership as well as team-member roles. He is currently studying the “bamboo ceiling” and the effective strategies of Asians and Asian Americans who have broken through.
To contact Justin please email him at justin@naaapsandiego.org.
Tina Huynh
Secretary
 Tina Huynh is the Secretary for NAAAP San Diego. She manages NAAAP San Diego’s meeting minutes, calendaring, document organization, filing, and other operational duties. Her keen attention to detail and meticulous organizational skills make her best fit for the position. Ms. Huynh obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at the University of California San Diego. She began her professional career as a Purchase & Sales Specialist for the leading diversified securities firm, LPL Financial Corporation. She has a vast experience with equity and bond market operations, in addition to compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations. Her post-graduate work includes completion of an ABA-Approved Paralegal Certificate from the University of California
San Diego Extension.
She is currently with the highly-rated securities and business litigation firm, Shustak Frost & Partners, P.C. Ms. Huynh is delighted to share her unique talents, skills, and knowledge with other members of NAAAP as well as other professionals and other organizations to help NAAAP and herself continue to grow and advance.
Paul Lim, CFP®
Treasurer
 Paul Lim, CFP® is the Treasurer for National Association of Asian American Professionals - San Diego. He is responsible for managing the finances of the organization, balancing the budget and making financial projections. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and a Minor in Business & Entrepreneurship. He grew up in Providence, RI and lived in Baltimore, MD. Paul moved to San Diego in February 2009. He is currently a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER Professional for MetLife - New England Financial.
To contact Paul Lim, please email him at paul@naaapsandiego.org
Linh Pham
National Representative
Linh Pham is the National Representative of NAAAP-San Diego and is delighted to share her skills and knowledge as well as learn with the board and members here at the San Diego venture. Linh is very comfortable working in a team environment and has shown her leadership skills through multiple roles in her work – past and present. She received her B.S in Business Marketing and B.A. in Communications, with an emphasis in Public Relations. She is currently with Cogent Road, Inc., a software company for the mortgage industry, in a product management position.
Linh has many interests that keep her busy. Her passion is in athletics, health, and nutrition and is working her way towards that path right now. She hopes to one day combine her business knowledge and passion in health fitness to help others achieve their own goals of improved well-being. She also volunteers regularly at her church with the Vietnamese Youth Group as a leader and mentor.
To contact Linh Pham, please email her at linh@naaapsandiego.org.
Edward Koo
Marketing/Public Relations Chair
 Edward attended the University of California, San Diego, (UCSD) where he pursued a major in Joint Mathematics and Economics. His passion for business led to his involvement in establishing a new chapter of Delta Sigma Pi, an international co-ed business fraternity, where he served as an officer for two years. Upon his graduation, Edward was nominated to the National Dean's List.
Since then, Edward has put his analytical mind at work, having spent the last several years as an analyst in the healthcare industry. Edward is currently working as a programmer at UCSD Medical Group where he is responsible for designing and creating reports for over 20 clinical departments for financial business services.
Edward has also completed his Professional Certificate in Accounting at UCSD Extension. He is currently a member of the California Society of CPAs and Asian Healthcare Leaders Association.
To contact Edward Koo, please send an email to edward@naaapsandiego.org.
Johne Chandler
Corporate Relations and Membership Chair
 Johne Chandler is the Corporate Relations and Membership Chair for the National Association Asian American Professional-San Diego. He grew up in Louisiana and graduated from McNeese University. Before joining NAAAP San Diego, he's been actively involved in the Asian community in San Diego through various organizations and events. On his free time he likes to travel and teach sports like kite surfing, rock climbing, and sailing.
Michael Q. Nguyen
Community Relations Chair
Other Affiliations
Vietnamese American Youth Alliance (www.vayasd.org)
Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) – San Diego State University
Pacific Asian Society of Engineers (PASE) – San Diego State University
Michael Quy Nguyen is the Community Relations Chair for the National Association Asian American Professional-San Diego. He is currently a student at San Diego University, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Throughout his college career, he has been actively involved with various student organizations. He has been a member of the Vietnamese Student Association, Pacific Islander Student Association, Andres Bonifacio Samahan, and the Asian Pacific Student Alliance. In addition, he held many leadership positions, such as Net Viet Editor (2006–2007), Webmaster (2007–2008), and the Internal Vice President (2008-2009) for Vietnamese Student Association. He was also the President of Pacific Asian Society of Engineers (2007-2009). Now he is a student adviser/mentor for the Vietnamese Student Associations and Pacific Asian Society of Engineers at San Diego State University. Besides being involved in school, he also volunteer in the Vietnamese's community in San Diego. In the future, Michael plans to open his own mechanic shop.
To contact Michael Q. Nguyen please email him at michael.q@naaapsandiego.org.
Sally Jia
Health & Wellness Chair
 Sally Jia is the Chair of the Health & Wellness Committee. She is in charge of coordinating various health awareness events ranging from nutritional workshops to fitness. She got her nursing degree in China, later her BSN at Chamberlain College of Nursing in the USA. She has been working as a register nurse for over ten years in various medical fields. Currently she works at UCSD cardiovascular center. Sally has a wealth of knowledge and experience on health and nutritional issues making her good fit for this position and allowing her to improve the welfare of NAAAP San Diego's members and to the betterment of the San Diego community. On her spare time, she loves to participate in different activities like line dancing, yoga, hiking, tennis etc.
To contact Sally Jia please email her at sally@naaapsandiego.org.
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