Wharton Asian American Business Conference
Schedule
Fri Mar 20 2026 at 08:15 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Study at University City | Philadelphia, PA
About this Event
Through inspiring keynotes, dynamic panels, and hands-on workshops, the conference will explore topics such as overcoming the bamboo ceiling, embracing cultural authenticity, and navigating intersectionality in professional environments. With a focus on amplifying the voices of Asian American women leaders, entrepreneurs, and cultural storytellers, the conference offers attendees actionable strategies, meaningful dialogue, and opportunities to build community and lead with impact.
The Wharton Asian American Association of MBAs (WAAAM) provides a forum for celebrating all AAPI identities while supporting members professionally, academically, and socially at Wharton and beyond.
βOur mission is to prepare our members to become successful leaders and mentors who can drive impact in their workplace, communities, and beyond.β
Agenda
π: 08:15 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Networking Breakfast
π: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AM
Welcome Remarks
π: 09:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Opening Keynote: Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling
Info: SPEAKER: Ida Liu WGβ00 - Chief Executive Officer, HSBC Private Bank
π: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Panel A: Vision from the Top: Asian Women Executives Share their Journeys
Info: PANELISTS:
Jinsook Han - Chief Strategy, Corporate Development & Global Agentic AI Officer, Genpact
Nilofer Vahora Wβ01 - Chief Marketing Officer, amika
Amy Wei WGβ11 - Chief Operating Officer, OpenTable
Judy Kang WGβ11 - Chief Financial Officer, Healthfirst
MODERATOR:
Tiantian Yang - Assistant Professor of Management, the Wharton School
π: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Panel B: Asian American Founders - Stories of Innovation and Impact
Info: PANELISTS:
Michael Lai WGβ26 - Founder, AsianFeed
Heather Chen - Founder, Moonbow Skin
Joyce Meng Wβ08 - Founder, FACT Capital
π: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Networking lunch
π: 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM
Panel C: Asians in the creative economy
Info: PANELISTS:
Edward Pokropski, Senior Writer/Producer, NBCUniversal
Dylan Huynh, YouTuber & Digital Content Creator
π: 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM
Workshop: cultivating influence and impact as an Asian American professional
π: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Closing keynote
π: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing Reception & Networking
Where is it happening?
The Study at University City, 20 South 33rd Street, Philadelphia, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 65.87



















