Celebrating Lunar New Year in style! Kicking off the year of the horse! There will be vibrant performances, music, art, and interactive, family-friendly activities, offering a unique opportunity for Chicagoans to experience traditions celebrated by billions of people across the world.

Welcome to the next phase of our Monthly Momentum Boost series! We thank Joon Han for presenting his stories and learnings for 2025. Moving forward, we will be presenting from our own members!

In February we will have Teddie Reyes leading the session.

Teddie Reyes is the founder of TFR Solutions, helping companies optimize NetSuite and business operations through systems strategy, automation, and AI. He'll share a practical, repeatable approach to using AI that produces deployable outputs immediately.

Dinner will be provided.

6:00 PM Dinner and Networking

6:30 PM Programming begins

7:30 PM More networking!

Getting together once a month to discuss and brainstorm ideas on how to make things better for your business's growth! Helping each other out with whatever we may need.

Join your fellow Asian American entrepreneurs at Brewyard Brewery, a micro brewery that creates unique Filipino and Japanese inspired craft beers. Meet co-founder Kirk Nishikawa and learn about the art of IPAs, stouts, sours and the business behind it the brewing industry.

Kirk Nishikawa is the co-founder and co-owner of Brewyard Beer Company, the Glendale craft brewery he started with a high school friend after turning a shared passion for homebrewing into a full-time business in 2015. He helped build Brewyard around inventive lagers and experimental brews that reflect both quality craftsmanship and the founders' Filipino and Japanese roots. Outside the brewery, he's known for his community focus and dedication to making great beer accessible and welcoming to all.

Your ticket will include a drink ticket and there will be some light bites.

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with ACE NextGen in partnership with Macy's for its 2nd Annual Lucky Lunar Fest on Saturday, February 7th at Macy's South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, Orange County. This annual gathering highlights the depth and diversity of the AANHPI community through founder stories, cultural traditions, and creative expression.

This year features The Lunar Gallery - a curated exhibition featuring AANHPI founders, authors, and brands across two levels of Macy's. Other activities include a Wishing Tree arts & crafts station, a professional touchup and photobooth experience with The Lounge Booth and Macy's, and a check-in passport stamp card that guides attendees through the event and enters them into a Macy's raffle giveaway upon completion along with a special snack from Wok Star Catering.

The afternoon program features traditional and contemporary performances, including:

• Thiên Ân Performing Arts traditional drumming

• Mommy & Me Vietnamese storytelling performance

• Mandarin Immersion Program children's song & dance

• Thiên Ân Performing Arts lion dance

Between sets, attendees can meet community partners, enjoy family-friendly activities, grab photo moments, and connect with brands represented in The Lunar Gallery.

Join us as we kick off the Year of the Horse, celebrating forward momentum, bold growth, and community pride through culture and creativity!

Join us for an intimate fireside chat with Anthony Bui, an 8-figure Amazon seller, as he shares his journey from walking away from the corporate world to building a multimillion-revenue e-commerce business.

In this candid conversation, Anthony will unpack the key decisions, challenges, and lessons that shaped his path, including what it really takes to scale on Amazon, the mindset shift required to leave corporate life, and the systems that supported sustainable growth. Attendees will gain practical insights and real-world perspectives on building a profitable Amazon business while navigating risk, growth, and long-term vision.

This session is designed for founders and aspiring entrepreneurs who are curious about e-commerce, Amazon FBA, and what it truly means to bet on yourself.

Light bites included with admission!

To register online: https://bit.ly/3XWFrIm

For more information, call: (626) 286-1306

We all talk about values, but how often do we actually use them? This interactive workshop shows how values matter strategically at ACE NextGen and in your business. Find out how the ACE NextGen values were created! We'll help you create, refine, and renew your own personal and business values, and then share them with your fellow ACE NextGen members for some lively discussion as usual.

Your guide for this session is Dale Ting, self proclaimed "first follower" of ACE NextGen and current national board chair. As a lifestyle entrepreneur, Dale focuses on building businesses that support time, location, and financial freedom. He founded The Bucko brand cleaning products and is a big fan of all the sports teams from Wisconsin.

This event is exclusive to ACE NextGen members. Zoom link to be provided after registration.

Individuals 19 years or older without satisfactory immigration status must apply by December 31, 2025, to be evaluated for full-scope Medi-Cal coverage. Any applications received on or after January 1, 2026, will only be evaluated for restricted-scope Medi-Cal coverage. Learn more at What Medi-Cal Members Need to Know and apply for full-scope Medi-Cal today at BenefitsCal.com.

The federal shutdown is affecting our community. If you or your family need food assistance, visit Locate a Partner Agency or call 211 — and if you can, please donate to your local food bank or pantry to help those in need.

TeachAAPI will be hosting our 4th Annual Palate for Learning Gala on Wednesday, December 3rd at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. Join us from 6:00-10:00 PM to enjoy an evening of celebration and hands-on experiences with the innovative programming that we are bringing to students nationwide. We are honored to be joined by 4 honorees who have demonstrated their extraordinary commitment to sharing TeachAAPI’s mission to redefine American education and broaden the scope of understanding and compassion of our next generation.

✅ Event time: Saturdays, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Pacific Time)
✅ Dates: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2025
✅ Language: Mandarin
✅ Format: Online (via registration link)

✅ Event time: Saturdays, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Pacific Time)
✅ Dates: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2025
✅ Language: Mandarin
✅ Format: Online (via registration link)

Registration link: https://shorturl.at/5ri4l  (Space is limited. Please register as soon as you can)

✅ Event time: Saturdays, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Pacific Time)
✅ Dates: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2025
✅ Language: Mandarin
✅ Format: Online (via registration link)

Sandwich Generation Seminar

Caring for aging parents while supporting your own children can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone.
Join us for the Sandwich Generation Seminar, designed to support Korean American adults with practical knowledge and guidance.

Speakers:
Hye-Won (Grace) Shin, PhD -Dementia and Caregiving
Grace Lee -Medicare/Medical
Grace Yoo -Wills, Trust & Probate
Hyung Kim-Retirement Finance
Aiden Kim-Korean Elders

Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Time: 10 AM – 4PM
Doors Open: 9:30 AM
Location: Berendo Street Baptist Church - 남가주 새누리교회 (Mission Center), 975 S Berendo St, Los Angeles, CA 90006

This event is FREE. Register now for you and your loved ones.

Https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1669397455729?aff=oddtdtcreator

Brotherhood Crusade is partnering with other local organizations for a Thanksgiving Grab and Go event on Saturday, November 8, at Loma Alta Park in Altadena from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Baskets will include a whole turkey with trimmings, vegetables, corn bread dressing and more. For more information, call 323-846-1649, or email swilliams@brotherhoodcrusade.org.

Caring for aging parents while supporting your own children can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone.
Join us for the Sandwich Generation Seminar, designed to support Korean American adults with practical knowledge and guidance.

Speakers:
Hye-Won (Grace) Shin, PhD -Dementia and Caregiving
Grace Lee -Medicare/Medical
Grace Yoo -Wills, Trust & Probate
Hyung Kim-Retirement Fin

Join Impact L.A., in partnership with the ANE Foundation and the L.A. Regional Food Bank, for a free food distribution on Friday, November 7, at 1010 E. 10th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021. The event will run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to address the sharp rise in demand for food assistance caused by CalFresh benefit disruptions, widespread layoffs, and the federal government shutdown. Distributions will be held bi-weekly to ensure that families have consistent access to nutritious food, hygiene items, and essential supplies when they need them most. Learn more at Impact L.A. Disaster Relief.

Taste of Kizuna, happening on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Drago Centro. This unforgettable evening combines gourmet dining with community growth as we work together to raise $75,000 to sustain Kizuna’s cultural programming all year long. Due to high demand, we opened up 25 more seats this year

Learn what you need to do to apply for a funding from a bank. Whether you are looking for funding now or thinking of the steps you'll need to take to prepare properly, this lunch & learn is for you. Don't wait, many entrepreneurs don't realize the preparation begins a year or more in advance to properly position your business for financing. Chase bankers will walk you through the A-B-C's of bank financing and how to get a loan. Spots are limited to a maximum of 20 and preference will be given to existing ACE members.

Come support and enjoy Chef Katie Chin​'s one-woman show, "Holy Shiitake! A Wok Star is Born." Katie is donating a portion of the proceeds to ACE NextGen, so have a good time and support our chapter as well!

Filled with pathos and humor, "Holy Shitake! A Wok Star is Born" written by Katie Chin, directed by Fran de Leon​, and produced by Paul Hemstreet​, chronicles Chef Katie Chin's journey as an Asian American girl growing up in Minneapolis in the 1970s, where she was raised by her remarkable mother, seamstress turned restaurateur, Leeann Chin​.

You will be captivated by her heartwarming and unique blend of humor, storytelling, and culinary passion. Prepare to be entertained as Katie shares how she found her voice, honored her mother's legacy, and carved her own path to becoming a true "Wok Star" in the culinary world.

Join us for an unforgettable hour filled with laughter, inspiration, and mouthwatering tales. People who purchase through this special ACE NextGen link get $10 off the general admission price and get to attend a pre-show networking event!

In collaboration with the Asian Business Association​ (ABA), ACE NextGen SoCal​, and Asian American Museum.

Running a small business comes with big responsibilities—and protecting what you've built is one of the most important. In this interactive workshop led by ACE NextGen, you'll learn the essential Property & Casualty insurance coverages every business owner should understand, from general liability and property protection to specialized policies tailored for various industries. Participants will have opportunities to ask any questions they have on Property and Casualty Insurance.

We'll cover:

• The core policies most small businesses need

• Optional coverages to consider for added protection

• Common gaps that can leave you exposed

• How to make sure your insurance actually works for you when you need it most

• Light snacks and drinks provided