Ascend Vancouver: Redefining the Narrative with John Wang

Join Ascend Vancouver this May for an immersive Asian Heritage Month celebration centered on the transformative power of storytelling.

We are thrilled to host this exclusive evening in the newly opened Learning Lab, located in the basement of the Chinatown Storytelling Centre. This makes us the very first group to host a community experience in this unique, modern space!

The Evening Experience:

• 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Open Exploration. Arrive early to wander the main floor of the Storytelling Centre. Experience powerful exhibits that share the lived history and cultural legacy of our community.
• 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM: Fireside Chat. Join us downstairs in the Learning Lab for an intimate fireside chat with our featured guest, .
• 6:45 PM to 8:30 PM: Networking & Dim Sum. Stay for open networking and light refreshments, including a delicious assortment of dim sum.

Meet Our Featured Guest: John Wang

We are proud to welcome John Wang, bestselling author of Big Asian Energy and an Amazon Top 20 Best Business Book honoree alongside Bill Gates and Brené Brown.

As a communication coach for leaders at Google, Amazon, and Goldman Sachs, John’s work explores the intersection of identity, confidence, and storytelling. During our fireside chat, he will share insights on how to break through leadership barriers, overcome cultural conditioning, and own your voice with presence.

Additional Event Notes:

• Ticket admission includes admission to the exhibits at the Chinatown Storytelling Centre.
• Capacity in the Learning Lab is strictly limited. Secure your ticket today to honor the stories of the past and begin crafting your own leadership narrative!

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Ascend Canada was founded in 2012 to enhance the presence, visibility and influence of current and future Pan-Asian business leaders. With the support of our numerous corporate partners, our objectives are to develop the full potential of our 3,000+ members by leveraging our networks and providing programs and events that inspire, as well as educate.

Ascend is the largest, non-profit Pan-Asian organization for business professionals in North America. Ascend reaches 60,000 people with 40+ student chapters and 18 professional chapters located in both the United States and Canada around major business hubs and educational institutions.

Develop and advance Pan-Asian talent by building meaningful and engaging experiences which elevate our Members.

To build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive Canada where Pan-Asian talent may achieve their full potential.

Visit us at https://ascendleadership.ca or contact us at [email protected] with any questions.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Chinatown Storytelling Centre, 168 East Pender Street, Vancouver, Canada

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