Agenda
Welcome to USPAACC’s CelebrASIAN 40th Anniversary Business + Procurement Conference 2025 — America’s largest and longest-running business development conference convened by Pan Asian Americans. For over 40 years, CelebrASIAN has been creating, sustaining and energizing thousands of partnerships among corporate America, government agencies in the federal, state, and local levels, large nonprofits, the Pan Asian American, and other minority and diverse enterprises. If you are serious about growing your business, then CelebrASIAN Business + Procurement Conference is a must-attend event for you!
| 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Registration & Information BoothMGM Grand Ballroom Pre-functionAt CelebrASIAN, fostering an environment for attendee success is our priority. Whether you need help with badge printing, session details or have questions for USPAACC staff, we will be here for you. As you begin your conference experience, we ensure a smooth transition filled with opportunities for knowledge exchange, networking, business and professional growth. |
| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Supplier Diversity Procurement Leadership (SDPL) CaucusAriaCorporate and government supplier diversity and small business managers and directors will hold candid discussions on the current state of supplier diversity, including challenges, best practices, and strategic solutions moving forward amidst debates about DEI. (for Supplier Diversity professionals only). |
| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Managed Services Provider (MSP) PanelBellagio BallroomThis panel examines the critical role of Managed Services Providers (MSPs) in enhancing organizational operations and driving growth. Experts will share insights on effective IT management, cybersecurity, and scalable solutions. Attendees will learn the benefits of partnering with MSPs and best practices for selection, offering valuable guidance for optimizing services and improving efficiency. |
| 9:45 AM – 11:45 AM | Prescheduled 1-on-1 Business Matchmaking - AM SessionSalon BHundreds of meetings between diverse suppliers and buyers from corporate powerhouses, governments, large nonprofits and other diverse enterprises take place, facilitating business connections and lucrative procurement opportunities. |
| 9:45 AM – 11:45 AM | Grow Together Connection Place - AM SessionSalon CDiverse, and innovative suppliers and buyers across industries –showcase their products and services, connect with various industry partners and potential customers, advertise to a target market, create brand awareness, and make deals. |
| 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | USPAACC WISE LuncheonSalon A + Hallway |
| 1:45 PM – 3:15 PM | Employee Business Resource Group (EBRG)AriaThe EBRG Leadership Caucus will discuss best practices and learn innovative ideas and strategies for creating meaningful information exchange and quality networking-focused activities conducted in a welcoming atmosphere of camaraderie among peers, successful business owners, corporate executives, industry leaders, and visionaries. |
| 1:45 PM – 3:15 PM | Doing Business with Federal GovernmentBellagio BallroomLearn tips and steps to become eligible as agovernment or federal contractor, listen to speakers who will share data about projects that have been contracted to small and disadvantaged businesses in the past for their respective agencies, and hear forecasts on government purchases this year. |
| 1:45 PM – 3:45 PM | Prescheduled 1-on-1 Business Matchmaking - PM SessionSalon BHundreds of meetings between diverse suppliers and buyers from corporate powerhouses, governments, large nonprofits and other diverse enterprises take place, facilitating business connections and lucrative procurement opportunities. |
| 1:45 PM – 3:45 PM | Grow Together Connection Place - PM SessionSalon CDiverse, and innovative suppliers and buyers across industries –showcase their products and services, connect with various industry partners and potential customers, advertise to a target market, create brand awareness, and make deals. |
| 5:30 PM - Onwards | Dine AroundsOff-site |