The Authentic Asian

The Authentic Asian support groups are small, intimate, and safe spaces for members to get support. Join Annie Bao for support on racism in the workplace. Specializing in mental health, behavioral change, and well-being, Annie is positioned at the intersection of relational assessment, human-centered solutions, and anti-racism to catalyze systems that foster growth for learning and development in education, holistic healthcare, and community wellness. Her time and energy with clients, patients, and organizations are dedicated to creating experiences, spaces, places, and things that are maintained with kindness, compassion, and empathy.  The purpose of her work is to design, build, and cultivate effective mechanisms of healthcare and strategically develop equitable, adaptable, & sustainable solutions to implement and maintain them. Not a member yet? Membership is still open, comment "APPLY" now to reserve your spot. #AuthenticAsianSupport #MentalHealthMatters #AntiRacismInAction #CommunityWellness

We are so excited to welcome Melissa Ng ( Melissa Goldner ) to The Authentic Asian community! "As an Asian American woman, I’ve always believed that true growth comes from balancing personal healing with professional development. Being part of The Authentic Asian community feels deeply aligned with my passion for Malu because it connects me with women who share a similar journey. Malu was born from my own experiences navigating life’s transitions and challenges, and it has fueled my mission to break the stigma around seeking help in both therapy and career coaching. Together, we empower women to embrace their full potential—whether they’re healing from personal loss or preparing for their next career leap." Melissa Ng is the founder of Malu, a pioneering women-owned company that transforms how women navigate personal and professional transitions. By breaking the traditional silos between therapy and business coaching, Malu creates a holistic space where healing and goal-setting intersect. As a former Partner at global firms like Ogilvy, Accenture, Slalom, and Prophet, Melissa honed her expertise in leading large-scale transformations, but it was her personal journey that inspired the creation of Malu. Melissa is driven by a mission to empower women in transition, providing tools that address both the internal (healing) and external (professional growth) aspects of transformation. Would you like to join Melissa in building our community? Apply to join over 200 amazing and powerful Asian women by visiting https://lnkd.in/ev8yh6qA #TheAuthenticAsian #WomenEmpowerment #PersonalGrowth #AsianWomenLeaders #EmpowerWomen

So who am I? I’m an Asian American woman with a story, Who’s not quiet. But instead has a fire in her that wants to unleash to the world, To encourage other Asian American women to find their authentic selves, Build genuine connections, And find the strength and courage to tell their own stories. To stand out, and break the ceiling. I’m an Asian American woman who has carried a lot of baggage in per past, Told she’s “too docile”, Not “enough of a tiger”, Who lost her authentic self when raising money in Silicon Valley. I’m an Asian American woman who has now had over 240 women in my community help uplift me, Give me hope through The Authentic Asian , For not only our generation, But the next. Cheers to hope, love, and connection. May we continue to thrive and uplift each other. - ❤️ Misa Inspiration from: Netta Jenkins

This is what our community is all about ❤️

A secret of mine: I hate networking events. Over the years I’ve tried to avoid them, or if I had to go, I forced myself to go, with extreme discomfort as both a woman of color and introvert. Networking events aren’t often always safe spaces – I often found myself being hit on by married men, and in unprofessional situations where I felt very uncomfortable. That’s why, when I decided to build out the happy hours/networking events with The Authentic Asian community and our amazing brand ambassadors, I knew something had to change. And I’m so glad we’ve been able to not only create a safe space for Asian American women to network, thrive, and feel less alone and more connected. I even had one The Authentic Asian member come up to me at the last happy hour, saying how refreshing it was that no one was competitive, and everyone was so authentic and transparent. These events and women always make me so happy, and it warms my heart to see such a vibrant and uplifting community. - Misa Chien Founder of The Authentic Asian Want to join us? Apply now for the last 100 spots before we close the community in the spring! https://lnkd.in/ev8yh6qA #AuthenticAsian #AsianWomenEmpowerment #SafeNetworkingSpaces #WomenSupportingWomen #InclusiveCommunity #EmpoweredWomen #DiverseNetwork #AuthenticConnections #CommunityOverCompetition #JoinTheMovement

Family Violence Appellate Project is excited to announce their FVAP x Taelor collaboration to raise funds for survivor justice. Taelor Style a virtual clothing rental service helping to promote FVAP's largest fundraiser of the year, Battle of the Bands! They’re led by women of color, just like FVAP. Use the code "FVAP" when you sign up for a Taelor subscription by September 25, and 50% of the proceeds will be donated to FVAP. Visit: https://lnkd.in/gdRQwqvV #fvap #taelor #battleofthebands #womenofcolor #fundraiser @

Wow, so many uplifting and inspiring Asian American women in one place. We had the great honor to collaborate with Dagne Dover in a Happy Hour last week. We brought over 50 women to their store, to learn more about the amazing brand co-founded by Melissa Mash and help support an Asian American female owned company. Huge thanks to the Dagne Dover for helping us put together an amazing event, and brand ambassador Emmelyn Kim for helping to host! So excited for more of these uplifting events to come. Ready to join our community? https://lnkd.in/ev8yh6qA #AsianAmericanWomen #DagneDover #FemaleOwned #SupportLocal #BrandAmbassador

We had an amazing time at the Dagne Dover happy hour with The Authentic Asian! 🥂 Being surrounded by strong, empowered women was so inspiring. Everyone mingled, shared experiences, and celebrated each other’s journeys. Grateful for these moments that remind us of the strength in community. 💛

My first business [failure] as an entrepreneur was selling rocks on the street at 7 years old with my little sister.   Let’s just say it wasn’t a great business model and the TAM (total addressable market) was very small. I think we only had 2 buyers– my mom and a neighbor. It’s such a funny story that Inc. Magazine ended up featuring us as best childhood businesses. Working parents– if you want your kids to experience lots of rejection, and built lots of perseverance and resilience, I recommend this path. Otherwise, you’re probably better just going the girl scout cookie selling route 😂 Cheers to the entrepreneurs in all of us.  What was your first business? #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipLessons #FailForward #BusinessChallenges #workingparents #workingmom #incmagazine

America is divided, but innovation is what unites us. Innovation fosters education, creates jobs, drives economic growth, and propels our nation forward. As Women in Tech, we know firsthand the power of innovation. It breaks down barriers, empowers communities, and builds a future free from political lines. On September 25th, join us as we come together to support a candidate who champions innovation—Kamala Harris. This event is your opportunity to stand with women who have driven change in tech and are now driving change in this election. Together, we can ensure the future we envision—a future where digital literacy, ethical technology use, and progress are prioritized. Who’s Committed: US Representative Adam Schiff is kicking us off, and then you’ll hear from some of the most innovative women in tech, each sharing their vision and passion for a better tomorrow: • Reshma Saujani, Founder of Girls Who Code & Moms First • Amanda Kahlow, CEO of 1Mind, Founder of 6sense • Mary Shea, General Manager, HireQuotient North America • Misa Chien, Founder & CEO, The Authentic Asian • Virginia McGregor, Treasurer, Democratic National Committee • Alina Vandenberghe, Co-CEO and co-Founder, ChiliPiper • Noelle Russell, Chief AI Officer of Fifty One Ai • Nicole Perlroth, Managing Partner at Buckshot Ventures and Former NYTimes Cyber lead • Hang Black, Head of Global Revenue Enablement at Nutanix These leaders are dedicated to innovation, progress, and supporting Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Register now at https://lnkd.in/giuHYAfb