About Us

The Austin AAPI Collective is a vibrant organization dedicated to empowering, uniting, and amplifying the voices of the Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community in Austin. We are committed to fostering professional growth, cultivating meaningful collaborations, and driving tangible change. Our core mission is to build bridges—connecting AAPI professionals across diverse industries and linking the dynamic for-profit and non-profit sectors within our city.

The Austin AAPI Professional Summit: Our Signature Initiative

Since its inception in 2023, the Austin AAPI Professional Summit (AAPS) has become a cornerstone of our efforts. This annual flagship event serves as a dynamic convergence point, drawing hundreds of AAPI professionals, members of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and influential community leaders. The Summit is meticulously designed to:

  • Connect & Network: Create unparalleled opportunities for AAPI professionals and ERG members to forge valuable connections and expand their professional circles.
  • Elevate & Empower: Deliver targeted professional development workshops and career advancement strategies, providing actionable advice for every stage of a professional journey.
  • Inspire & Lead: Share profound leadership insights and compelling stories from distinguished AAPI executives and respected community figures.
  • Unify & Mobilize: Strengthen community bonds and foster a collaborative spirit to collectively shape a more inclusive and impactful future for the AAPI community in Austin.

Our Community & Collaborators

The strength of the Austin AAPI Collective lies in its diverse and engaged community. While we don’t list individual members publicly here for privacy, our collective includes:

  • Passionate AAPI Professionals: Individuals from a multitude of industries contributing their skills and experiences.
  • Dedicated ERG Members & Leaders: Representatives from Asian Employee Resource Groups within leading corporations.
  • Esteemed Corporate Partners: Active involvement and support from ERG volunteers at major companies such as:
    • Expedia
    • Dell
    • Oracle
    • Emerson
    • Charles Schwab
    • Applied Materials
    • Adobe
    • etc.
  • Valued Community Organizations & Businesses: Collaborative efforts with influential Austin-based non-profits and entrepreneurial ventures, including:
    • Linh Judin Solutions
    • BRAVE Communities
  • Strategic Alliances: A strong partnership with the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce (GAACC).

Join Us

We are more than an organization; we are a movement. We are dedicated to fostering individual growth, inspiring collective action, and building a robust, interconnected AAPI professional community in the heart of Texas.

Get in Touch

Have questions, want to get involved, or interested in partnership opportunities? We’d love to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]

Meet our team

Our comprehensive suite of professionals caters to a diverse team.

Linh Judin

Planning & Marketing Committee

Annie Tu

Programming Committee

Miranda Bishard

Marketing & Comms Committee

Albert Tinay

Community Partnerships Committee

Mark Wang

Sponsorships Committee

Julie Scott

Sponsorships Committee

Emlyn Lee

Food & Beverages Committee

Summit Singh Thakur

Volunteers Committee

Jimmy Dang

Programming Committee

Rebecca Le

Committee

YJ Lin

Committee

Nilesh Kunvarji

Oracle Professional Asian Leadership (OPAL)

Khiem Lam

Committee

Rock Shum

Committee