Thank You to all who participated in the NAAAP BoD election. You have helped shape the future of NAAAP Boston leadership!

We are thrilled to announce by a majority of votes, each of the following have been elected to the NAAAP Board of Directors: Amy Chen, Mei-Po Cheung, Andie Kim, Larry Loh, Andrew Seto, Leverett Wing, and Tina Wong-Russell.

Additionally, each of the following have been re-elected to serve on the NAAAP Boston BoD: Elisa Choi, Nancy Lee, and Heang Tan.

Returning to complete the 2nd year of their Board term are: Jim Fong, Ming Hui, Samson Lee, Lisa Strack.

Lastly- we’d like to acknowledge the contributions of Marc Jin, former Chairman, and member of the BoD. On behalf of the NAAAP Boston Board of Directors, we’d like to thank Marc, who served six plus years with NAAAP Boston overall. He always provided steady wisdom, helped manage leadership transitions, and provided oversight to the Board and organization as a whole. Marc has been a true asset to NAAAP Boston, who will be greatly missed!

Further information will be forthcoming about the new BoD, and the substantial leadership capabilities they will bring to NAAAP Boston.

Warm Holiday Wishes!

NAAAP Boston is delighted to announce the appointment of Jesse Nandhavan as President & CEO, effective immediately. Outgoing President & CEO Eric Lam will be working on transition with new president.

The Board of Directors is gratified to have Jesse Nandhavan step up to this critical role.

Nandhavan joined NAAAP Boston about two years ago as Co­Director of the Corporate Relations Committee, and quickly developed solid relationships with existing and new Sponsors. He became an integral part of NAAAP Boston Chapter leadership team, contributing to organization­wide operations meetings as well as NAAAP National major events.  Most recently, Nandhavan was a key driver of NAAAP Boston’s 3rd Annual Leadership Forum, a showcase conference which engages Asian professionals on career and leadership topics and highlights NAAAP Boston’s Corporate Sponsors.  In his new role Nandhavan has “landed running” having pulled together a new team of Officers, who will be introduced separately.

Please join us in welcoming Jesse Nandhavan as President and CEO and supporting him in pursuit of NAAAP Boston’s vision, mission and values.

Cordially,

Jim Fong

Chairman, NAAAP Boston Board of Directors

For the past two years Eric Lam has led NAAAP Boston as President & CEO.  Lam stepped down from that role as of November 8, 2014 to further focus on his professional career.  The NAAAP Boston Board of Directors is very grateful for Lam’s contributions and would like to acknowledge his outstanding leadership. Highlights of Lam’s major accomplishments include:

• Lam initiated NAAAP Boston’s Annual Leadership Forum, a showcase conference which engages Asian professionals on career and leadership topics and highlights NAAAP Boston’s Corporate Sponsors.

• During Lam’s term, NAAAP Boston has enjoyed solid growth in terms of membership, sponsorship, and programming innovation. He elevated NAAAP Boston’s brand and visibility throughout Greater Boston’s professional and diversity communities.

• Lam strengthened our all­volunteer organization to enable more volunteers to become avidly involved and grow as leaders.  He also introduced new tools and processes for operational efficiency.

• Most impressively, Lam led succession planning that has resulted in a clean transition to a new team of NAAAP Boston Officers.  He remains available in the short run for transition, and in the long run as an avid NAAAP advocate.

On behalf of the NAAAP Boston community, please join us in congratulating Eric Lam on his extraordinary service as President and CEO and wishing him all the best in his professional pursuits.

Cordially,

Jim Fong

Chairman, NAAAP Boston Board of Directors

We are pleased to announce by a majority of membership votes, each of the following members have been re-elected to serve on NAAAP Board of Directors (BoD) for the 2015-2016 term:

James Fong (Chairperson)

Samson Lee

Lisa Strack 

Returning to complete the second year of their board term are: Amy Chen, Mei Po Cheung, Elisa Choi, Andie Kim, Nancy Lee, Larry Loh,  Andrew Seto, Heang Tan, Leverett Wong and Tina Wong-Russell.

We would like to also acknowledge the wonderful contributions of non-returning board member Ming Hui. Ms. Hui was a former NAAAP Boston president, and served on the BoD for four years.

All positions are effective January 1, 2015.

Board of Directors: Call for Nominations for 2016 & 2017 Term

Here is your opportunity to join the NAAAP Boston leadership team!

As a part of NAAAP National, our NAAAP Boston Chapter is the largest and fastest growing Asian American professional organization within the Greater Boston area, with 400 plus members and 22 Corporate and In-kind Sponsors.  We are opening the official call for nominations to join our Board of Directors (BoD), starting in January 2016.  By becoming a NAAAP Boston BoD Member, you will work closely with the Executive Officers and other Board members to help set NAAAP Boston policy and direction, as well as identify strategic areas for growth.  Specifically, you will contribute towards the Chapter’s branding, financial governance and recruiting and talent development efforts, including succession planning, development/ evaluation, and support of our leaders.  As a Board Member, you will help support the organization to continue carrying out the goals embodied in the NAAAP mission statement.

Expectations/Desired Qualifications

• Strongly connect to NAAAP Boston’s mission of promoting workplace diversity and professional development among Asian American professionals
• Have proven leadership ability, and at least 15 years professional or non-profit experience
• Carry out the position for a two-year term, beginning at the start of the calendar year
• Demonstrate drive and dedication, by attending at least 75% of meetings per calendar year (meetings held monthly)
• Represent NAAAP Boston at signature events throughout the year and serve as an ambassador at events in the Greater Boston community
• An annual contribution of $200, within the first six months of service; which can be fulfilled by a personal donation or fundraising
• Have an ability to commit approximately 10-15 hrs a month
• Participate and in some cases lead committees regarding strategic initiatives linked to the overall goals of NAAAP Boston
• Assist in providing connections to resources; i.e., suggesting a speaker for events, or providing sponsorship/partnership leads, and recruitment of additional members of the BoD

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, short bio and cover letter reflecting your background, experience, and interest in becoming a NAAAP Boston BoD Member. If applicable, describe your prior involvement with the NAAAP Boston Chapter.  Please send your information to BoD Members, Lisa Strack and Jim Fong via email at Lisa.Strack@naaapboston.org and James.Fong@naaapboston.org

Deadline for submission is close of business on Friday, November 20, 2015. Please note that your bio may be later published on the ballots and/or the NAAAP Boston website.  Ballots will be emailed out to the membership shortly thereafter.