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Looking Back: August Moments that Brought Us Together

 

Are you passionate about empowering the Asian American community and fostering economic growth in Central Florida? The Asian American Chamber of Commerce (AACC) of Central Florida is excited to announce that we are looking for dedicated and visionary leaders to join our Board of Directors!

 
 

Upcoming Events You Don't Want to Miss!

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WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Key Insights on recent legislative updates and what they mean for your business
  • Workforce Data Trends from ADP’s unmatched national scope
  • Smart Strategies for compliance, attracting top talent, and stronger business outcomes
  • Dynamic Networking opportunity with industry and community leaders


WHEN & WHERE

  • 📅 Date: Thursday, October 2, 2205
  • ⏰ Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • 🗺️ Address: 2599 Lucien Way Maitland, FL 32751

Artificial Intelligence is no longer science fiction, it’s here, accelerating faster than any technology before it and transforming how we learn, work, and live.


In collaboration with REACH, AACC presents this interactive session with Anna Gong, a global technology thought leader, serial startup builder, founder and board advisor of Perx Technologies, will share her personal journey and offer a front-row view into how AI is reshaping education, career paths, and the future of humanity.


Attendees will walk away with:

  • A clear understanding of how AI is changing industries and the skills that matter most.
  • Practical insights on how to prepare for careers that don’t yet exist today.
  • A realistic yet inspiring perspective on the opportunities and challenges this new era brings.


WHEN & WHERE

  • 📅 Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
  • ⏰ Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 PM
  • 📍 Where: National Entrepreneur Center
  • 🗺️ Address: 3201 E Colonial Dr Suite A20 Orlando FL 32803


The session will include a Q&A where attendees can ask their most pressing questions about the future of work, innovation, and how to succeed in a world powered by AI.

Ready to launch your business? 🚀


Join AACC and VNARP for an engaging workshop designed for aspiring business owners from all backgrounds. This FREE event will walk you through the essential steps of launching a business, with insights from experienced professionals.


PRESENTERS:

  1. Carl Nguyen – Business Planning & Insurance
  2. Chuck Tran – Tenant Representation and Securing Your Space
  3. Stephanie D’amico – Landlord Expectations
  4. Kim Nguyen – Business Development


WHEN & WHERE

  • 📅 Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
  • ⏰ Time: 2:30 - 5:00 PM
  • 📍 Where: National Entrepreneur Center
  • 🗺️ Address: 3201 E Colonial Dr Suite A20 Orlando FL 32803


💡 Open to both AACC members and non-members! Seating is limited so reserve your spot today!

 
 
 
 

Resource Partner News

 
 
 

AACC Corporate Sponsor News

Universal Orlando Resort Welcomes Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida to Universal Epic Universe

Universal Epic Universe brings guests face-to-face with the stories and characters they love, immersing them in worlds beyond imagination. And ahead of the park’s official grand opening, nearly 200 children and chaperones from the Universal Orlando Foundation Branch of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida entered the portals for a day of fun.

Beat the Heat: How To Eat To Keep Cool

It’s hot. Really hot. As you sweat your way into fall, are there ways your dietary choices can give you a cooler outlook on life? Turns out, yes — and you might be surprised at the science behind some old wives’ tales.

Franz Wagner & Tristan da Silva Win Gold With Germany at EuroBasket 2025

If you have followed FIBA EuroBasket through the years, then you might know that one of the greatest games in the history of the competition was played between Turkey and Germany in the semifinals in 2001.  


Hedo Turkoglu, now the president of the Turkish Basketball Federation, made a game-winning shot with three seconds left in overtime in that contest to lift Turkey over Germany, then led by Dirk Nowitzki.  


Now, after their epic battle in the 2025 final, there’s another all-time great EuroBasket game between these two nations in the record books.

Hilton Grand Vacations Completes $400 Million Term Note Securitization

ORLANDO, Fla. (Aug. 14, 2025) – Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) announces today the completion of a $400 million securitization of timeshare loans through Hilton Grand Vacations Trust 2025-2 (“the Trust”). Three classes of Notes were issued by the Trust, including approximately $210.4 million of Class A Notes, approximately $125.0 million of Class B Notes and approximately $64.6 million of Class C Notes.

 
 

AACC Member News

 
 

Serving our members and the Central Florida community since 1986.

 

Get Involved with AACC

 

Board of Directors

Christine M. Berk, AACC President, The Collier Companies

Thomas Lin, AACC Vice President, Orange County Sheriff's Office

Gary Mata, AACC Treasurer, Orlando Magic

Vi Ma, AACC Former President & Finance Reviewer, Global Diversity Marketing Network

Natasha Jaipaul, Board of Directors & Event Co-Chair, ADP

Lisa Gong Guerrero, AACC Board of Directors & Sergeant of Arms, Gong Guerrero Law

Jay Shah, AACC Board of Directors, New York Life/Eagle Strategies

Mila Zeng, AACC Board of Directors, USANA Health Sciences

Ying Zhang, AACC Board of Directors, Orlando Health



Board Advisors

Richard Ly, Advisor to the Board, Maaco

Simon Choy, Advisor to the Board, ADP

Gregory C. Maaswinkel, Legal Advisor to the Board, Maaswinkel Law P.A.

Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors!