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2025 Asian American Women Leaders Retreat

Join us for a transformative experience to build community and strength

February 6-9, 2025 in Tulum, Mexico

Connecting AANHPI Women Leaders

Asian American Women Leaders (AAWL) connects and empowers our community by cultivating meaningful relationships between Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) women executives and leaders. Our vision is to support our community of accomplished women executives who are often the only AANHPI women in our C-Suites, through curated events, personal and professional development to share with each other and feel less alone in the C-Suite.

Asian American Women Leaders at inaugural meeting

Empowering connections for AAPI women leaders

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Empowering connections for AAPI women leaders *

Women in the Workplace

Asian American women account for 1 in 15 women in entry-level roles but only 1 in 50 women in the C-Suite

McKinsey & Company Report

Asian American women fall off by 80% at corporate leadership levels

Why Join Us

We are dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships, reigniting ambition, and promoting well-being through thoughtfully curated events and a powerful network of accomplished women leaders. We aim to promote:

Belonging

  • Shared Experiences and Support

    Connect with peers who understand your unique challenges and triumphs, creating a network of encouragement and mutual success.

  • Exclusive Networking Opportunities

    Join a dynamic network of AANHPI women leaders who are reshaping industries and breaking barriers together.

Self-Care and Health

  • Holistic Development

    Access expert-led sessions on topics like nutrition, fitness, sleep, and preventive care, tailored for busy leaders with demanding schedules.

  • Mental Health

    Discover resources and discussions that prioritize your physical and mental well-being, helping you balance leadership with self-care.

Refocused Ambition

  • Personalized Growth Plans

    Participate in sessions that focus on identifying your strengths, overcoming obstacles, and creating a roadmap for your personal and professional future.

  • Inspiration From Trailblazers

    Learn from accomplished AANHPI women who have navigated challenges as you set your own path.

Meet Our Founders

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Headshot of Suzy Takata
  • President, Asian American Women Leaders

    Debbie Tang leads global executive searches in both the private and public sector, from Fortune 500 companies to universities and government agencies. She recruits diverse senior executives across all functions, including CEO, CFO CHRO, CLO and Board Searches in a wide variety of industries. Debbie is also General Counsel for an international restaurant chain. She is involved in numerous organizations supporting the AANHPI Community including the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association and the Committee of 100.

  • Vice President, Asian American Women Leaders

    Suzy brings more than fifteen years of legal business development and marketing skills to the Data & Analytics practice at FTI Consulting, where she has been engaged by law firms and corporations to provide legal support services for regulatory, internal investigations, and complex litigation matters. Throughout her career she has been dedicated to shining a light on the skills, expertise and insights of women in the legal and data driven industries whether as a member of Women in Data organization, serving as the coordinating representative for FTI’s sponsorship of Corporate Counsel Women of Color or serving in leadership roles in FTI’s Asian Diversity and Women’s Initiative Networks. Outside of work you can find Suzy on the sidelines of her children’s soccer games, in exercise classes or traveling.    

Get in Touch

If you are interested in learning more about Asian American Women Leaders (AAWL), please share your details, and we will reach out to you soon. We look forward to connecting with you!