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NAAAP Philadelphia Appoints Solomon Kim to the leadership team as the Director of DE&I and Community Outreach

NAAAP Philadelphia welcomes Solomon Kim to the leadership team as our Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and Community Outreach.

Solomon Kim is a Vice President, Financial Advisor, Portfolio Management Director, and Insurance Planning Director with Morgan Stanley. He is newly appointed to President of IDEAL, the MidAtlantic Region Diversity Council for Morgan Stanley. Solomon values a holistic approach to financial management with a focus on understanding the relationship between clients, their families, and their finances. Previously, Solomon worked at Allianz Life and a boutique life insurance practice working with complex insurance solutions and structuring large insurance portfolios. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Solomon ran his own successful life insurance practice.

Solomon Kim

Solomon serves on the board of the Korean American Association of Greater Philadelphia, on the advisory board of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia and is active in the nonprofit community. He is an active member of his church where he serves as an Elder. Click here to learn more about Solomon and the rest of our NAAAP Philadelphia Leadership Team.

In this role as the Director of DE&I and Community Outreach for NAAAP Philadelphia, Solomon will work under Bridgett Battles, the Vice President of DE&I and Community Outreach of NAAAP Philadelphia. “Solomon has been a champion of NAAAP for several years and his commitment continues to grow. We are looking forward to Solomon bringing his expertise and leadership skills to help us make an impact in our community,” said Bridgett.

About NAAAP Philadelphia
The National Association of Asian American Professionals Philadelphia Chapter (NAAAP Philadelphia) is an all-volunteer professional non-profit, 501(c)(3), Pan-Asian American organization that promotes community outreach, career advancement and leadership development of Asian American professionals in all fields through networking, promoting Asian multiculturalism, and supporting diversity and community services.  Since 2004, NAAAP Philadelphia has proudly served the Greater Philadelphia area and continues to build an inclusive community.
As an award-winning professional organization, NAAAP Philadelphia was recognized for the following: 

  • 2021 Outstanding Nonprofit of the Year Award – Asian American Chamber of Commerce Greater Philadelphia
  • 2021 Civic 50 Honoree – Philadelphia Foundation & Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia Partners
  • 2021 Faces of Philanthropy Award – Philadelphia Business Journal
  • 2020 PHL Diversity Nonprofit Business Award
  • 2020 NAAAP National Chapter of the Year

NAAAP Philadelphia appoints Sunnaret (Sunny) Eang to the leadership team as the Director of Corporate Relations

NAAAP Philadelphia welcomes Sunny Eang to the leadership team as our Director of Corporate Relations. 

Sunnaret (Sunny) is a Director at WhartonHill Investment Advisors where she works with clients in all aspects of financial planning and serves on the firm’s Investment Committee. Previously, Sunny worked at Brown Brothers Harriman, BNY Mellon Wealth Management, and most recently at JPMorgan Private Bank where she serviced clients comprising predominantly women and minority business owners. 

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Sunny currently sits on the Strategic Advisory Group for Innovate Capital Growth Fund, a Philadelphia-based private equity fund focused on small and middle market minority-controlled businesses operating predominantly in the Mid-Atlantic region. She also serves on the Associate Advisory Board for Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia & South Jersey, as well as the Advisory Board for the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia. Click here to learn more about Sunny and the rest of our NAAAP Philadelphia Leadership Team.

In this role as the Director of Corporate Relations for NAAAP Philadelphia, Sunny will work closely and act as a liaison with the corporate sponsors. “We are excited to have Sunny joining the leadership team, and working closely with me in building and managing our relationships with the corporate sponsors,” said Kevin He, Chief Operating Officer of NAAAP Philadelphia. “We look forward to another successful year in 2022, in partnership with our 30 plus sponsors, as we continue to inspire new leaders and make impacts in our communities.”

About NAAAP Philadelphia
The National Association of Asian American Professionals Philadelphia Chapter (NAAAP Philadelphia) is an all-volunteer professional non-profit, 501(c)(3), Pan-Asian American organization that promotes community outreach, career advancement and leadership development of Asian American professionals in all fields through networking, promoting Asian multiculturalism, and supporting diversity and community services.  Since 2004, NAAAP Philadelphia has proudly served the Greater Philadelphia area and continues to build an inclusive community.
As an award-winning professional organization, NAAAP Philadelphia was recognized for the following: 

  • 2021 Outstanding Nonprofit of the Year Award – Asian American Chamber of Commerce Greater Philadelphia
  • 2021 Civic 50 Honoree – Philadelphia Foundation & Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia Partners
  • 2021 Faces of Philanthropy Award – Philadelphia Business Journal
  • 2020 PHL Diversity Nonprofit Business Award
  • 2020 NAAAP National Chapter of the Year

NAAAP Philadelphia appoints Bridgett Battles to the leadership team as the Vice President of DE&I and Community Outreach

NAAAP Philadelphia welcomes Bridgett Battles to our leadership team to lead our new division for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and Community Outreach. 

As the Director for Community Engagement and Supplier Diversity at Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, Bridgett plays a key role in building Jefferson’s relationships with community organizations and partners. In her role, Bridgett collaborates and cultivates meaningful relationships that impact and improve the lives of the diverse communities Jefferson serves through engagement in workforce readiness, celebrating small businesses and acting as a resource for health and welfare.

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In collaboration with Jefferson’s Supply Chain Department, Bridgett launched Supply Chain Connect to offer diverse potential suppliers the opportunity to pitch their business virtually, and get help in preparing their presentations. Jefferson’s Supplier Diversity program is designed to connect more minority, women, veteran, persons with disabilities, and LGBT-owned small businesses to opportunities at Jefferson. Click here to learn more about Bridgett and the rest of our NAAAP Philadelphia Leadership Team.

Bridgett has been a strong advocate of NAAAP Philadelphia and has volunteered with our organization for many years. “We are excited to welcome Bridgett to our leadership team, and look forward to the ideas and the passion that she will bring to drive our DE&I and community impact efforts.” said Kevin He, Chief Operating Officer of NAAAP Philadelphia.

About NAAAP Philadelphia
The National Association of Asian American Professionals Philadelphia Chapter (NAAAP Philadelphia) is an all-volunteer professional non-profit, 501(c)(3), Pan-Asian American organization that promotes community outreach, career advancement and leadership development of Asian American professionals in all fields through networking, promoting Asian multiculturalism, and supporting diversity and community services.  Since 2004, NAAAP Philadelphia has proudly served the Greater Philadelphia area and continues to build an inclusive community.
As an award-winning professional organization, NAAAP Philadelphia was recognized for the following: 

  • 2021 Outstanding Nonprofit of the Year Award – Asian American Chamber of Commerce Greater Philadelphia
  • 2021 Civic 50 Honoree – Philadelphia Foundation & Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia Partners
  • 2021 Faces of Philanthropy Award – Philadelphia Business Journal
  • 2020 PHL Diversity Nonprofit Business Award
  • 2020 NAAAP National Chapter of the Year

NAAAP Philadelphia appoints Lisette Martinez to board of directors

Lisette Brings Expertise in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to NAAAP Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA – January 1, 2022 – The Philadelphia Chapter of the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP), a national all-volunteer Pan-Asian American professional organization, has recently appointed Lisette Martinez as a member of its Board of Directors for a three-year term.

Lisette Martinez

“I met Lisette when she relocated to Philadelphia in the Spring of 2020, and we became friends shortly thereafter. Prior to joining NAAAP, she has been part of the DE&I panel program with other local leaders and also a big supporter of us. We are truly excited and honored that she has joined the Board of Directors,” said Ping Cao, President of NAAAP Philadelphia. “With her strong executive leadership experience in the area of diversity, equity, and inclusion, she will be a tremendous resource for NAAAP as we continue to build a diverse and an inclusive community together.”
 
Ms. Martinez is currently the Executive Vice President for Inclusion, Diversity and Community Engagement at Jefferson Health and Thomas Jefferson University. In her role, Lisette leads Jefferson’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to deliver excellence in education, research and patient care. From developing results-oriented diversity and inclusion programs to building strong relationships with community organizations and government agencies, Ms. Martinez strives to ensure that all parts of Jefferson reflect the diverse cultures it serves.

Prior to joining Jefferson, Ms. Martinez had previously served as Yale New Haven Health System’s Inaugural Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer and the System Director of Diversity and Language Services at TriHealth. Since coming to Philadelphia, Ms. Martinez has been a NAAAP Philadelphia friend and supporter and participated as a speaker in one of our webinars last year.

“I am so honored to serve as a member of the Board of Directors for the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP), it is a privilege to have this opportunity. The work that NAAAP does on a daily basis is all tied to Inclusion, Equity and Diversity and I am so proud to represent Jefferson on this board that has welcomed me with open arms. This is now my new family.” said Ms. Martinez.

The appointment of Ms. Martinez reinforces NAAAP Philadelphia’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on its Board of Directors and in our organization.

About NAAAP Philadelphia

The National Association of Asian American Professionals Philadelphia Chapter (NAAAP Philadelphia) is an all-volunteer professional non-profit, 501(c)(3), Pan-Asian American organization that promotes community outreach, career advancement and leadership development of Asian American professionals in all fields through networking, promoting Asian multiculturalism, and supporting diversity and community services.  Since 2004, NAAAP Philadelphia has proudly served the Greater Philadelphia area and continues to build an inclusive community. As an award-winning professional organization, NAAAP Philadelphia was recognized for the following: 

  • 2021 Outstanding Nonprofit of the Year Award – Asian American Chamber of Commerce Greater Philadelphia
  • 2021 Civic 50 Honoree – Philadelphia Foundation & Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia Partners
  • 2021 Faces of Philanthropy Award – Philadelphia Business Journal
  • 2020 PHL Diversity Nonprofit Business Award
  • 2020 NAAAP National Chapter of the Year

Congratulations to NAAAP Philadelphia’s 2021 Future Leaders Scholarship Winners!

This year, NAAAP Philadelphia expanded its Future Leaders Scholarship Program by providing scholarships to 10 future leaders, an increase from eight given last year. Many students applied and each had an impressive resume, including high GPAs, and numerous accomplishments.
 
It was certainly challenging for the handful of NAAAP leaders to narrow down the applicants to 10 winners. In addition to submitting an application packet, each was also interviewed via video conferencing by NAAAP leaders. The scholarship winners possessed great interviewing skills in addition to their academic achievements and thoroughly impressed the NAAAP leaders.
 
The scholarship winners and their families were invited and recognized at the 9/11 Remembrance Day event at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. NAAAP Philadelphia is proud to support these amazing young adults with qualities that make strong leaders.

This year’s NAAAP Philadelphia 2021 Future Leaders Scholarship winners include the following and the colleges they are attending:

  • Labiq Amyaz Jaigirdar – Drexel University 
  • Haoyun Deng – University of Pennsylvania 
  • Jeffrey Gong – Yale University 
  • Jordan Li – Temple University 
  • Addison Liu – Harvard University 
  • Angela Liu – Temple University 
  • Yash Pahwa – University of Pennsylvania 
  • Kishan Patel – Duke University 
  • Phuong Quynh Vo – Haverford College 
  • Xandro Xu – University of Pennsylvania
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