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The Asian American Chamber of Commerce hosted an inspiring Lunch with Leaders event, bringing together distinguished speakers, partner chambers, and community organizations to share insights on procurement, workforce development, and small business resources—strengthening collaboration and opportunities across the region.

The Asian American Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the highly anticipated 40 Under 40 Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements and leadership of young professionals within the AANHPI community across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region. This landmark event will honor innovative entrepreneurs, visionary leaders, and rising stars under 40 who are making a meaningful ...

Representatives from the Asian American Chamber of Commerce (AACC), including President Cindy Shao, members, and interns, were honored to attend a Tariffs Roundtable Discussion with U.S. Senator Mark Warner. The event took place at Eden Center in Falls Church, VA, and brought together Vietnamese American business owners and community leaders for a candid conversation about the impact of proposed ...

A Night of Celebration & Inspiration – 2025 Jewels of Asia Awards Gala! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a spectacular evening honoring excellence and leadership in our vibrant Asian American business community! Gratitude to all sponsors, partners, attendees, committee members and volunteers for making this gala a memorable success!

Rise & Shine Women’s Leadership Forum 2025 – A Powerful Gathering of Women Leaders! The Asian American Chamber of Commerce hosted an extraordinary Women’s Leadership Forum on March 9-10, 2025, uniting trailblazing women from diverse industries to share their journeys, insights, and strategies for success.

What an incredible evening celebrating the next generation of changemakers! Hosted by the Asian American Chamber of Commerce, the 40 Under 40 Awards Gala was a sold-out event, bringing together a full house of passionate leaders and supporters. This night honored a remarkable group of young trailblazers who are making a powerful impact across diverse sectors, from public service to technology. ...

On Friday, October 18, 2024, the 15th Annual Asian American Business Summit & Expo brought together a vibrant community of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers at KPMG’s 6th Floor Conference Center in McLean, Virginia. Organized by the Asian American Chamber of Commerce (AACC), this premier event celebrated innovation, collaboration, and diversity within the business ecosystem. A Day ...

🌟 Nominations Are Now Open for the 40 Under 40 Awards! 🌟

We are excited to announce that nominations are officially open for the first-ever 40 Under 40 Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements of young leaders, innovators, and changemakers in our community!

Do you know a young entrepreneur or professional under 40 who is making a significant impact in their field? Whether they're in ...

New grants for #AAPI restaurants now available! The AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund, made possible by the Grubhub Community Fund, is designed to benefit Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander-owned restaurants across the country. With the industry facing ongoing economic challenges, the AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund is available to help under-resourced restaurants respond to supply chain ...

Dear AACC members and subscribers, I’m excited to announce the chamber’s new partnership with Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI), which includes utilities Pepco and Delmarva Power. Through this partnership, we will offer information and resources that empower commercial (business owners) and residential (homeowners) to participate in these energy efficient and cost savings programs. We were thrilled to ...