Agenda

Registration & Information Booth

At 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.

Doing Business with Corporations & Government Agencies Roundtables

Our Doing Business with Roundtables show the intricacies of the corporation and government contracting process. Suppliers will engage in 10-minute sessions with senior supply development and procurement leaders and small business specialists at multiple roundtable discussions. The exchange of information between the suppliers and the procurement / contracting organizations will be straight forward, candid, and substantive. This roundtable could be where your relationships begin with potential buyers.

What’s Your Pitch Competition

Are you ready to showcase your innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit? We are partnering with American Edge Project (AEP) to bring you this exciting opportunity. Join us for "What's Your Pitch," where aspiring entrepreneurs like you have the opportunity to present their business concepts to a panel of esteemed judges. Whether you are revolutionizing technology, disrupting industries, or creating social impact, we want to hear your pitch!

Business Leadership & College Scholarship Awards Luncheon

Join us for an engaging luncheon celebrating academic excellence and fostering leadership. This special session brings together scholarship recipients and business leaders to share insights, inspire future achievements, and build meaningful connections. Over lunch, we honor student success while exploring leadership principles that shape thriving careers and communities. For over three decades, USPAACC’s College Scholarship Program has provided essential financial aid to deserving students, with 100% of funds raised going directly to them. Come together to honor our top corporations and scholarship winners!

USPAACC WISE (Women Initiative for Strategic Empowerment) Round Table Speed Talk: Powering the Future Through Innovation

Join a dynamic and fast-paced session designed to ignite bold ideas, fuel innovation, and harness the collective strength of women leaders shaping the future of American enterprise. The WISE Round Table Speed Talk brings together trailblazing entrepreneurs, executives, and change-makers for high-energy discussions that spark inspiration and action.

Participants will gain game-changing strategies, real-world insights, and practical tools to break barriers, scale their ventures, and lead with purpose. This is more than a conversation—it’s a catalyst for growth, connection, and lasting impact.

Chief Procurement Officers Forum

CPOs play a critical role in maintaining resilient and efficient supply chains, directly impacting millions across the economy. In today’s landscape—marked by geopolitical tensions, inflation, and evolving market demands—their leadership ensures we have what we need to sustain our work, businesses, families, education, and communities.

Preparation Interlude

An intentional pause to refresh and prepare for the evening's Ruby Jubilee Reception and Excellence Awards Gala Dinner.

Refresh, dress up, and come to celebrate USPAACC's 40th birthday! Take this time to network, prepare, and dress in elegant traditional formal wear for our prestigious Ruby Jubilee Reception and Excellence Awards Gala Dinner. Recommended attire: Formal/Black Tie and/or Cultural Formal Attire

Fast 100 Photos and CelebrASIAN Ruby Jubilee Reception

Kick off the evening with the Fast100 Photos, where honorees will have their moment in the spotlight—so come dressed to impress! We want to see you at your best as we capture this milestone achievement.

Then, join us for the CelebrASIAN Ruby Jubilee Reception, commemorating 40 years of championing small businesses, partner corporations, and government agencies. Connect with industry leaders, celebrate decades of impact, and toast to the future of business success.

40th Anniversary Ruby Jubilee Excellence Awards Gala Dinner

Join us for a momentous celebration of excellence as we commemorate the 40th Anniversary of CelebrASIAN! This special occasion champions achievement and milestones at our prestigious Excellence Awards and Gala Dinner. The evening highlights outstanding business performance, exceptional suppliers and development, and empowered Pan Asian American leaders and business owners who give back to their communities. Meet industry leaders and achievers as we raise a toast to honor their significant contributions to the economy through success and philanthropy. With this milestone year, connect with some of the brightest and most compassionate individuals within USPAACC’s circle of influence. It’s a night to remember, filled with connections that may last a lifetime!

*Attire: Formal or Cultural Formal Attire