About Us

The future of Asian leadership starts here

Asian Connections Hub drives a new era of Asian leadership, shaping an empowered future. We nurture transformative, culturally-rooted leaders and visionary entrepreneurs, delivering unparalleled professional development and a platform for advocacy and collective action. Our work empowers individuals to fully embrace their authentic selves and fiercely amplify their voices, allowing them to establish an influential network that elevates our collective strength, advances shared progress, and redefines Asian prominence.

We envision a world where a new era of culturally-rooted Asian leaders and entrepreneurs, boldly empowered and united, fundamentally reshapes global influence and inspires authentic identity across communities.

Michelle built ACH because no one should feel limited. It's a stepping stone, a vibrant community where every voice is amplified and every dream can be pursued.

It all began in a college dorm room back in 2021, fueled by a personal journey of overcoming limitations. Growing up, navigating school was a struggle, marked by learning English and spending time in special education, which often felt like it closed doors to future opportunities.

By the time Michelle reached college, the challenge shifted to forging a career path, especially when she set her sights on the tech industry. The fear of not securing a job after graduation, coupled with the daunting prospect of being a woman in a male-dominated field, pushed her to seek every possible opportunity. Breaking into tech without prior experience felt like hitting a wall, as many industries demanded a high level of work experience that was hard to acquire. The only way in was through relentless volunteering and building her own projects to showcase her skills.

This journey ignited a fierce determination: no one else should feel limited in their opportunities or alone in their pursuit of big dreams. As an Asian woman in tech, Michelle understood firsthand the difficulty of self-advocacy. She wanted to build a space where everyone, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, could access unparalleled opportunities, feel a powerful sense of belonging, and have a clear stepping stone to excel. ACH exists to ensure others don't have to navigate those challenges alone, but instead, find a vibrant community ready to elevate their collective strength.

Our Team

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    Michelle Ta

    FOUNDER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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    Jeffrey Tsai

    BOARD ADVISOR, BUSINESS

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    Jun Chen

    BOARD ADVISOR, FINANCE

  • Dana He

    BOARD ADVISOR, PROGRAMS AND ECOSYSTEMS

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    Brandon San

    HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES

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    Eduardo Vazquez

    HEAD OF ENGINEERING

  • Nicholas Nguyen

    Head of Marketing

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    Edison Soliman

    HEAD OF PRODUCT

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    Supreme Hinton

    HEAD OF PARTNERSHIPS

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    Chris Nicdao

    COMMUNITY MANAGER

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    Renee Soliman

    RECRUITING MANAGER

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    Vicki Zheng

    RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR

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    Kryghinne Tamoria

    PRODUCT DESIGNER

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    Anjolie Dao

    SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

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    Kat Ung

    PRODUCT DESIGNER

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    Isabella Hong

    PROGRAM COORDINATOR, EMPOWERYOU

  • Arien Alabar

    DIGITAL CONTENT COORDINATOR

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Our Distinct Approach: Rooted in Culture, Driven by Impact

We believe in fostering profound change through an approach that is both deeply culturally rooted and intensely focused on measurable impact. We're not just about broad support; we're about cultivating specific outcomes.

Our ecosystem model prioritizes:

  • Depth of Impact: Focusing resources on initiatives that yield the highest impact in developing transformative leaders and visionary entrepreneurs.

  • Culturally Responsive Development: Providing mentorship and community support that celebrates individuality and builds on the unique strengths of Asian heritage.

  • Strategic Focus: Sharpening our efforts around leadership, entrepreneurship, and self-advocacy to create a clear, unambiguous value proposition.

This focused strategy positions ACH to not only empower individuals but also to collectively reshape influence and inspire authentic identity on a global scale.

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Collaborating for Collective Strength

We believe that true impact is a collective effort. Our work is amplified by the invaluable partnerships and support of organizations and individuals who share our vision for a new era of Asian leadership.

We proudly collaborate with:

  • Leadership & Professional Development Funders: Organizations dedicated to cultivating diverse leadership and entrepreneurial talent.

  • AAPI-Focused Funders: Partners committed to advancing collective strength and advocacy within Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

  • Strategic Corporate Partners: Companies in tech, innovation, wellness, education, and professional development invested in reshaping global influence.

Our mental health wellness web app, Sunnyside

Sunnyside is a mental health and wellness app developed by Asian Connections Hub (ACH) to support neurodivergent Asian adults through accessible, culturally grounded tools for self-care, education, and community connection. Grounded in ACH’s mission, Sunnyside cultivates healing, resilience, and empowerment—amplifying diverse voices and nurturing the next generation of leaders through a mental wellness approach that honors culture and lived experience.

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