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Professional Development CommitteeProfessional Development
The Professional Development Committee develops programs, which address the needs and concerns of Asian Americans as they enter the workforce, advance in their careers and become leaders in their profession and in the Asian American community. The committee coordinates networking events, seminars, educational workshops, speaking engagements, and gathers resources to help NAAAP members further their professional development. Please contact Kristi Lee at Kristi@naaapphoenix.org for more information.

Cultural Awareness
The Cultural Committee supports activities that raise the cultural awareness and enhance the perception of Asian Americans. NAAAP-Phoenix encourages its members to attend performances, visit museums and support the arts of different cultures of our Asian American community. Events may include museum visit, cooking demonstration, ski trip, comedy performance, theater performance, architectural walking tour, cultural potluck, film screening, music concert, author reading, dance performance. Please contact Frank Koo at frank@naaapphoenix.org for more information.

Community and Public Service
The Community/Public Service Committee provides a variety of volunteer opportunities and other events to help engage NAAAP-Phoenix members in community outreach efforts. Other events include Special Olympics, Mesa Food Bank, Holiday Toy Drive and Dinner. Contact Tammie Nguyen at tammie@naaapphoenix.org for more information.

Social & Networking Events
As the social arm of NAAAP-Phoenix, the Social/Networking Events committee coordinates events which encourage networking and membership development. Our energetic volunteers bring their skills of events planning and promotions to our monthly events, which keep members engaged and broaden their network of professional and social contacts. Please contact Elissa Nago Elissa@naaapphoenix.org for more information.

Membership
This committee manages the relationships with all members of NAAAP-Phoenix. The goals of this committee include: recruiting new members, increasing current membership benefits, and promoting diversity within the organization. The committee is also responsible for communicating pertinent information to the general membership, obtaining membership feedback on events, and handling any membership inquiries. Please contact Michael Pitkin at membership@naaapphoenix.org for more information.

Corporate Relations
Members build and cultivate long-term relationships with current and prospective corporate sponsors. The committee seeks to develop partnerships as sources of financial support, business contacts, and career opportunities. Activities include fundraising and account management. Please email to Ken Liang at ken@naaapphoenix.org for more information.


Asian Pacific American Relations
Outreaching and maintaining relationships with other Asian Pacific American organizations in the Valley. Please contact Jason@naaapphoenix.org for more information.


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