Agenda

Welcome to USPAACC’s CelebrASIAN Business + Procurement Conference 2024 — America’s largest and longest-running business development conference convened by Pan Asian Americans. For over 39 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 Booth

MGM Grand Ballroom Pre-function

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.

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Supplier Diversity Procurement Leadership Caucus (Corp Only)

Aria

Corporate and government supplier diversity leaders will hold candid discussions on the current state of supplier diversity, including challenges, best practices, and strategic solutions (for Supplier Diversity professionals only).

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

MSP Panel

Bellagio Ballroom
9:45 AM – 11:45 AM

Prescheduled 1-on-1 Business Matchmaking - AM Session

Salon B

Hundreds 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 Session

Salon C

Diverse, 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

Empowering Change Luncheon

Salon A + Hallway

Empowering Change Luncheon: 2nd year anniversary of WISE (Women Initiative for Strategic Empowerment) that is changing the landscape, realities and expectations of Pan Asian American women in business and their allies. Join us and hear our stories, our aspirations, and why we have grown so much in such a short time.

1:45 PM – 3:15 PM

Employee Business Resource Group (EBRG) Leadership Caucus

Aria

Join us at the EBRG Leadership Caucus to explore innovative strategies for meaningful information exchange and quality networking activities within Pan Asian American and other diverse Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs). This platform builds connection and camaraderie among peers from diverse industries. Through focused discussions on talent development and community engagement, anchored in professional development strategies and practices, attendees will gain insight on what new skills to acquire that would improve operational excellence and foster a welcoming and inclusive work environment.

1:45 PM – 3:15 PM

Doing Business with Federal Government

Bellagio Ballroom

Learn tips and steps to become eligible as a government 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 Session

Salon B

Hundreds 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 Session

Salon C

Diverse, 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 Arounds

Off-site