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Let’s be real: explaining cultural nuances to your therapist is exhausting.

That shared experience is what inspired co-founders Alice Zhang and Nisha Desai to build @anisehealth while at Harvard. Their mission: create a mental health platform that honors the complexities of our identity, family, and lived experiences. 💜

Anise Health provides culturally-attuned therapy and coaching, and they accept most major insurance.

As part of the ACE NextGen family, Anise is offering a special gift:

🎁 Use code ANISE4ACE to claim a complimentary $99 intake session.🎁

Offer valid through Nov 30, 2025.

Ready to prioritize your wellbeing? Fill out the short intake form at @anisehealth link in bio.

#AniseHealth #AsianMentalHealth #AAPIEntrepreneur #FemaleFounders #mentalhealthmatters #mentallyfit #wellbeing #startup #ACENextGen by @acenextgensocal

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Speaker Spotlight: Nanxi Liu

Nanxi Liu | Co-founder & Co-CEO, Blaze.tech

Nanxi builds secure, AI-powered software for healthcare at Blaze.tech. A three-time exited entrepreneur and public-company board member, she brings a founder’s perspective on winning customers and building trust in industries where mistakes carry real consequences.

Agenda

6:00 to 6:30 PM · Checkin and refreshments
6:30 to 7:30 PM · Panel discussion
7:30 to 8:00 PM · Speed Networking
8:00 to 9:00 PM · General Networking

Hosted by ACE NextGen, a community of Asian American and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs helping one another grow their businesses and support the next generation.

Seats are limited to 100. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem.
Learn more at www.tech-week.com. taken in ASU FIDM Museum by @acenextgensocal

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Speaker Spotlight: David Yoo

David Yoo | Principal, Struck Capital

David is a Principal at Struck Capital. Previously, he was an Investment Vice President at SoftBank Vision Fund, where he led investments and served on technology company boards. His background also includes management consulting at Oliver Wyman, leading engagements with technology companies and private capital firms.

Agenda

6:00 to 6:30 PM · Checkin and refreshments
6:30 to 7:30 PM · Panel discussion
7:30 to 8:00 PM · Speed Networking
8:00 to 9:00 PM · General Networking

Hosted by ACE NextGen, a community of Asian American and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs helping one another grow their businesses and support the next generation.

Seats are limited to 100. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem.
Learn more at www.tech-week.com. taken in ASU FIDM Museum by @acenextgensocal

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Speaker Spotlight: Moonlit W Beshimov

Moonlit W Beshimov | Head of Gaming, Apps and Strategic Partnerships, Google

Moonlit leads strategic partnerships across gaming, apps, and AI transformation at Google. Her experience spans executive partnerships and community leadership, including Asia Society and Women in Games International. She brings a perspective on navigating large organizations, earning visibility, and helping others access opportunities.

Agenda

6:00 to 6:30 PM · Checkin and refreshments
6:30 to 7:30 PM · Panel discussion
7:30 to 8:00 PM · Speed Networking
8:00 to 9:00 PM · General Networking

Hosted by ACE NextGen, a community of Asian American and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs helping one another grow their businesses and support the next generation.

Seats are limited to 100. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem.
Learn more at www.tech-week.com. taken in ASU FIDM Museum by @acenextgensocal

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Join ACE NextGen and leaders from Google, Struck Capital, and Blaze.tech during LA Tech Week for a candid conversation about building and growing companies in the AI era.

We’ll explore how to:

🛠️ BUILD
Set more ambitious product goals as AI models become increasingly capable—and find the operator talent to deliver them.

📈 GROW
Reach US customers through creators, affiliates, paid marketing, and AI-enabled marketing teams.

🚀 SCALE
Unlock capital, government funding, strategic partnerships, and opportunities across adjacent industries.

Come for practical perspectives from founders, investors, and partnership leaders. Stay to meet the builders and operators working through similar decisions.

Oct 12, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (PDT)

ASU Campus
919 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, California taken in ASU FIDM Museum by @acenextgensocal

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In 7 weeks, your next chapter could begin with a simple introduction.

A collaborator. A mentor. A lifelong friendship.

⏰ Early Bird pricing ends TOMORROW. Save up to $100 before ticket prices increase.

💬 Comment "UNITY" below, and we'll send you the ticket link. by @acenextgensocal

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Every business owner has a story. Most of us either don’t tell it, or tell it in a way nobody remembers.

In this hands-on session, we’ll break down the basic building blocks of a story that actually works, the same framework Arshiya has taught to 1,000+ leaders through her Storytelling for Influence workshop, adapted specifically for entrepreneurs.

We’ll cover:

~Why story beats stats when you’re building trust with customers, partners, or investors
~The simple structure behind every story that sticks, and how to find yours even if you don’t think you have one.
~How to turn your origin story, a client win, or a hard pivot into content, pitches, and conversations that actually convert
~ A live workshopping exercise, so you leave with a story you can use this week

Whether you’re refining your elevator pitch, writing your About page, or trying to stand out in a saturated market, this session gives you a repeatable way to tell your story that builds real connection, not just noise.

Bring a business story you’ve been meaning to tell, and we’ll shape it together.

Aug 19, 2026
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (PDT)

Studious Coworking Space
418 Bamboo Lane
Los Angeles, California taken in Studious Coworking Space by @acenextgensocal

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Another inspiring and fun Monthly Momentum Boost session with ACE NextGen SoCal!

From hearing Kevin Felix Chan share his entrepreneurial journey and lessons learned from 15 years of growing his company, Best Delegate @bestdelegate, to meeting new people and exchanging ideas, the evening was filled with learning, laughter, and meaningful connections.

Our Monthly Momentum Boost sessions are all about bringing entrepreneurs and professionals together to connect, learn, and grow within a supportive community.

Come for the inspiration. Stay for the connections. Grow with the ACE NextGen community. taken in Studious Coworking Space by @acenextgensocal

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✨ A free resource for our community!

Ready to scale your business? The Empower Program, supported by National ACE (@national.ace) and led by CalAsian (@calasian_chamber), helps entrepreneurs strengthen their businesses and prepare for long-term growth.

Through the program, you'll receive 1-on-1 business assistance, capital readiness tools, curated templates, structured learning, and expert guidance to help strengthen your business operations and prepare for grants, loans, and other funding opportunities.

If you're ready to grow with confidence and build a stronger foundation for your business, this program is for you.

🔗 Learn more and apply today at nationalace.org/empower by @acenextgensocal

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🚨 EARLY BIRD TICKETS FOR UNITY 2026 ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE!

Join 200+ Asian American founders, entrepreneurs, and business leaders in Houston for a weekend filled with inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, meaningful connections, amazing AAPI businesses, and unforgettable memories.

Whether you’re looking for your next mentor, collaborator, customer, or lifelong founder friend, you’ll find them at Unity 2026.

📍 Houston City College – West Loop Campus
📅 September 19–20, 2026
🎟️ Early Bird pricing ends August 4

Don’t wait, secure your spot before ticket prices go up!

🔗 Click the link in our bio to purchase your ticket, or comment “UNITY” below and we’ll send you the link! by @acenextgensocal

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What do a Saudi princess, a fraudulent client, rolling blackouts in India, surviving Covid, and hiring a CEO all have in common?

Over the past 15 years, Kevin Felix Chan has grown Best Delegate from a simple blog into a global education company serving students in more than 20 countries. Along the way, those moments - and many others- taught lessons that completely changed how he thinks about entrepreneurship.

Join Kevin for a fun, story-driven session about the unexpected moments that shaped his entrepreneurial journey. Whether you’re starting out or scaling your business, you’ll leave with fresh perspectives on building a business that supports the life you want to design.

Jul 22, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (PDT)

Studious Coworking Space
418 Bamboo Lane
Los Angeles, California by @acenextgensocal

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