Meet our Leadership Team!
The Leadership Team ideates, develops, and oversees the execution of all programs and activities for the NAAAP NY chapter. Send us a message to learn how you can get involved with our many exciting initiatives!
Christopher Yang
President
I serve with NAAAP New York because I love making positive impact for our shared community. It is an honor to collaborate and journey together with growth-minded leaders who are passionate about investing their time and energy into making the world a little better than they had found it. The amount of support that has been freely given and received through NAAAP is phenomenal, and I am grateful to be a part of contributing to the inclusive ecosystem that we have built here!
Current Professional Role: Head of Growth at Pyxai
Sammie Tang
Vice President of Corporate Relations
I serve with NAAAP New York because I want to give back to the AAPI community in an impactful way. I believe in the power of community building and exploring the unique intersectionalities that make us who we are. Building an inclusive space for AAPI professionals to thrive and creating a platform to advocate for our community allows us to drive and define the AAPI experience. “It takes a village,” and I am excited to collaborate with like-minded folks to collectively lift up our community on a local and national level.
Current Professional Role: Project Lead, Real-World Data at Roche
Carmen Zheng
Vice President of Finance
I am proud to be Asian-American. NAAAP NY inspires me to channel this passion for my heritage into doing good and being better. From organizing career events that help break the bamboo ceiling, to being present as a voice and listening ear for NYC’s AAPI community, NAAAP’s strong national network and equally driven people encourage me to stand up for what I believe in and fight for the next generation of Asian-Americans.
Current Professional Role: Wealth Management Associate at Morgan Stanley
Michele Debreceni
Vice President of Membership
NAAAP provides so many opportunities to meet and engage with other AAPI professionals within New York City and beyond. I want to leverage my knowledge and experiences to mentor young emerging leaders, while also supporting my talented peers across all industries. Together, we are building a positive, innovative, and equitable tomorrow.
Current Professional Role: Media & Marketing Consultant
Tian Wu
Chief of Staff
I have been a participant in NAAAP NY events and programs for years and have greatly benefited from this amazing organization. I am honored to be part of the leadership team and to be able to make an impact on the organization and the people that it touches. It has been an amazing experience to meet and work with other volunteers with so much talent and passion in building an ecosystem that provides opportunities for the AAPI professionals to connect and grow.
Current Professional Role: Investor at 37 Angels
Eric Hung
Co-Director of Programming
I am involved with NAAAP because, as a member, I have had many great opportunities to meet and grow my network of professionals in various industries. In my past work experiences, I’ve looked to participate and become more involved in various employee networks to expand upon what I typically do in my day-to-day job. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time being a part of NAAAP as a member and am excited to now be taking the next step and working alongside the New York chapter to help raise awareness and continue driving our mission forward.
Current Professional Role: Vice President of U.S. Branded Cards at Citi
Jonathan Wu
Co-Director of Programming
I chose to be involved with NAAAP New York for a number of reasons. I wanted to meet other like minded Asian American professionals in the New York area. I wanted to gain more experience serving as a volunteer with people of different personalities and professions. I wanted to increase my awareness of the professional and personal issues impacting AAPI folks. For a number of years, I have had the opportunity to further young career people’s professional development. Over the years I have been blessed with mentors and coaches. I am appreciative to be associated with NAAAP New York.
Current Professional Role: Senior Associate at KPMG
Carmen Chen
Co-Director of PRIDE
I choose to be involved with NAAAP NY because I want to contribute and build a community where individuals are encouraged, heard, and welcomed from all walks of life. Being involved with NAAAP NY has allowed me to connect with talented and like-minded individuals that share the same vision and so far, it has been an amazing journey!
Current Professional Role: Digital Analytics Consultant
Tai
Co-Director of PRIDE
Building community and bringing people together to make connection is my side door that really gets me excited. NAAAP NY is a huge opportunity to help the AAPI community, specifically the LGBTQ community within, make professional connections to show we aren’t alone, and to be guides for folks.
Current Professional Role: Creative director/founder of trott.studios
Lana Li
Director of Scholarships
I want to give back to the community by helping the next generation of Asian and Pacific Islander leaders grow with the support and resources that they need. NAAAP NY is the perfect place to unite with others who share a passion for empowering and inspiring future leaders as well as building meaningful connections within our community.
Current Professional Role: Senior Product Manager at Spotify
Bill Yang
Director, Marketing