As we look ahead into a rapidly-changing world, our convention theme, Future Forward: Leading Into The Unknown, prompts us to consider how we might guide others into uncertainty. We explore these questions as a community through engaging keynotes, insightful sessions, and collaborative forums to exchange ideas and mobilize for action.

We invite you to be part of this 37th annual convention of professional growth and personalized experiences, which includes:

6 Inspiring Keynotes

Over 60+ Industry-Leading Speakers

8 Tracks of Programming

37 Sessions of Professional Development

Relationship-Building Activities Throughout the Convention

We're thrilled to announce that we'll be revealing our lineup of speakers for the convention every Wednesday!

Lou Diamond Philipps

Actor, Director, Author

Thu, 7/25 PM Keynote

Chris Pang

Actor & Film Producer

Fri, 7/26 AM Keynote

Bao Nguyen

Film Director & Cinematographer

Sat, 7/27 AM Keynote

Jeanie Chang

Founder & CEO of Noona’s Noonchi

Thu, 7/25 AM Speaker

Jonathan Javier

Co-Founder & CEO of Wonsulting

Thu, 7/25 PM Speaker

Brian Losey

Retired Navy Rear Admiral

Thu, 7/25 PM Speaker

Aparna Shewakramani

TV Personality & Author

Fri, 7/26 AM Keynote

Chris Do

Founder & CEO, The Futur

Thu, 7/25 AM Keynote

Jane Hyun

Founder & President, Hyun & Associates

Author, Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling and Leadership Toolkit for Asians

Fri, 7/26 AM Speaker

Jerry H. Lee

COO & Co-Founder of Wonsulting

Fri, 7/26 PM Speaker

Explore our array of eight unique tracks crafted to align with your career interests and aspirations!

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Whether you are an first-time, solo attendee or a continuing supporter of NAAAP’s annual conventions, you will find countless opportunities to network and build relationships.

Thursday

Group Meetups for First-timers,  LGBTQ+ & Allies, and more!

ERG Reception (invite-only)

“Houston Experience” Welcome Reception

Friday

Diversity Career Fair

Dodgers vs. Astros Baseball Game

Houston AAPI Film Festival Screening

Saturday

Launch of the Inaugural City of Houston’s AAPI Convention

Asian Community Market

Texas-Sized Pool Party

Joint AAPI Unity Gala (with the City of Houston’s AAPI Initiative)

Sunday

NASA Tour

Dim Sum Brunch

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"Have a Sip" Podcast and Lounge

“WorkZone" Room

Wellness Retreat

Join Us at the Marriot Marquis Houston
Bring Your Family to Relax at the Texas-Shaped Lazy River
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Last Updated: 7/16/2024

Want to learn how you help support and volunteer for LC24?

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, LC24 is run largely by volunteers and we need your help. Find out how you can volunteer before or during the convention to gain free access to sessions and enjoy other great benefits.

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The Leadership Convention by NAAAP brings together over 700 Asian and Pacific Islander (API) leaders for professional development, networking, and community building. The 37th annual, 2024 Leadership Convention (“LC24”) is at the Marriott Marquis Houston from July 25–28, 2024, and features keynotes, education and training sessions, networking events, a diversity career fair, and an awards gala.

Notable activities include a “Houston Experience” welcome reception, ERG and other special meetups, an Astros-Dodgers baseball networking outing, a Asian Community Market in support of small and emerging API businesses, a special tour of NASA, partnered programming with the City of Houston, TEDx Houston, and various national and local API organizations, and diversity-supporting sponsors, partners, and individuals.

NAAAP (National Association of Asian American Professionals, pronounced “nap”, is a pan-Asian, pan-professional, 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on developing, connecting, and inspiring leaders in the Asian and Pacific Islander community.  Founded in 1982, NAAAP is the oldest and largest professional development organization for APIs, with over 30 chapters in the U.S., Canada, and Asia and a reach of thousands of members and supporters around the world.

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