Professional and Leadership Development

Lunch with Yani Tseng

Lunch with Yani Tseng

Join the LPGA and TAP-Chicago along with community partners CABA, CASL, KACC, NAAAP-Chicago, and TJCCC for an exclusive opportunity to meet world-renowned golf superstar Yani Tseng on April 4th at delicious Roy’s Restaurant in downtown Chicago. Yani is the youngest player to win five major golf championships, has 27 professional tournament wins, and was ranked #1 in the world from 2011 to 2013. Come for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to speak with and learn how to play golf from Yani.

You will enjoy an amazing lunch catered by Roy’s and have the chance to win free tickets to the UL International Crown Tournament at the Merit Club in Gurnee, IL from July 21st to July 24th. Register now! Limited space available for this great opportunity to meet and celebrate with a true Asian American superstar athlete.

Date: April 4, 2016

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Mingling and Putting Clinic With Yani
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Lunch and Q&A Session
12:45 PM – 1:15 PM: Mingling and Photo Opportunities

Location: Roy’s Chicago (720 N State St)
Served Lunch: Baby Greens Salad or Shrimp & Pork Gyoza for appetizer and Hibachi Grilled Salmon Salad, Roy’s Wagyu Beef Burger, Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi or Japanese Karaage Fried Chicken Donburi for entrée
Registration Fee: $15 per person (includes meal, beverage, tax & gratuity, partial sponsorship courtesy of the LPGA)
Registration Link: http://lunchwithyani.eventbrite.com/

The 2016 UL International Tournament will showcase eight teams, each composed of the four highest ranked players drawn from eight qualifying countries determined at the conclusion of the 2016 ANA Inspiration and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. The purse is $1,600,000. Come watch as top-ranked South Korea battles second-ranked USA, third-ranked Japan, and fourth-ranked Chinese Taipei (Taiwan)! The Merit Club is ranked among the top 100 golf courses in the United States by Golfweek and Golf Magazine and previously hosted the 2000 U.S. Women’s Open. For more information, please visithttp://www.ulcrown.com/.

Any questions? Please contact Richard Hu at richard@tapchicago.org or Sabena Auyeung at sabena@tapchicago.org.

Sponsored by: Chicago Taiwanese American Professionals (TAP- Chicago) and the UL International Crown
Community Partners: Chinese American Bar Association, Chinese American Service League, Kac Chi, NAAP-Chicago, and TJCCC- Taiwanese Junior Chamber of Commerce Chicago

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Pioneers of our Generation: The Courtroom of Judge Edmond Chang

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Date and time: Feb 18th 6:00 -8:00 pm

Venue: Everett McKinley Dirksen U.S. Courthouse, 219 South Dearborn Street, Chicago

THE SPEAKER: Join us on the night of February 18th in the courtroom of Judge Edmond Chang of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois as he speaks on his journey to the federal bench, including his experiences as a first-generation Taiwanese
American, the most exciting cases he has had, and the importance of Asian Americans in public service.

Judge Chang was born in New York City to immigrants from Taiwan.  He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan
in 1991 and his Juris Doctorate from Northwestern University School of Law in 1994. After law school, Judge Chang served as a law clerk for Judge James Ryan of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and Judge Marvin Aspen of the U.S. District Court for
the Northern District of Illinois.  He also practiced law privately before becoming an Assistant United States Attorney (Deputy Chief of General Crimes and the Chief of Appeals for the Criminal Division).

Judge Chang is one of only 13 Asian American federal judges in the entire United States.

Complimentary Food and Beverages Will Be Served

Please register via Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pioneers-of-our-generation-the-courtroom-of-federal-court-judge-edmond-chang-tickets-20962381046

This event is proudly sponsored by Taft, Stettinius & Hollister,
LLP.  For more information, please visit http://www.taftlaw.com

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Community Leading & Collaborative Learning: An Evening with Ernest Wong and You!

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What makes someone a leader, and how do you become one? How can you, as an individual, make a difference in the community? Join us in a conversation and networking session with one Chicago’s leading architects and community leaders.

TAP-Chicago (Chicago Taiwanese American Professionals) is excited to work with Ernest Wong, Founding Principal and President of site design group, ltd., and a leader in the landscape architecture profession in the city of Chicago as we explore what makes a leader and how to create change in a community. It will also be a great chance to meet and network with other dreamers. When ambitious people get together, big things can happen!

This is also a great chance to check out the pop-up gallery space created by site design group in private, after doors are closed to the public!

Registration is free until Nov 8 and $5 afterward through Eventbrite:
http://communityleading.eventbrite.com/
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

TL;DR:
WHO: Ernest Wong (Community Leader and Amazing Architect)
WHAT: Networking and Discussion on Leadership
WHEN: Tuesday, November 10th, 6:30-8:30-pm
WHERE: 820 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago
WHY: It’s a great opportunity to learn and network with good company! Plus, get a chance to check out site design group’s pop-up space after hours!

About the Speaker

Ernest Wong is the President and founder of site design group ltd, an urban design and landscape architecture firm based in Chicago. Due to his many professional achievements, the Chicago Tribune named Ernest as “2010 Chicagoan of the Year”. Mr. Wong was also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Chinese American Service League (CASL), the largest social services organization in the Midwest serving Chinese Americans.

Ernest has directed many notable projects including the State Street City Lightscape, The Park at Lakeshore East, Ping Tom Memorial Park, and Mary Bartelme Park in West Loop. Ernest is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects Council of Fellows, the American Planning Association, and the Urban Land Institute.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Ernest served on Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s Transition Committee for Economic Development and Planning. He currently serves as a Commissioner on both the Chicago Landmarks Commission and the Commission on Cultural Affairs.

Questions? Contact Eric Kao or Ariel Yu at eric (dot) kao (at) tapchicago (dot) org | ariel (at) tapchicago (dot) org

 

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Supporting the 2015 Taiwan HiRecruit Job Fair

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Looking for a job? TAP-Chicago is proud to be a community supporter of the 2015 Taiwan HiRecruit Job Fair. The Taiwanese Recruitment Mission delegation is coming to Chicago to hold a job fair and recruiting workshop. Come meet the leading international companies and research institutions in Taiwan! Employment opportunities are available both in Taiwan and across the Midwest. All talented professionals in the Chicago are welcome to attend FREE of charge! Please register online at http://hirecruit.nat.gov.tw/chicago. Please contact the Taiwan Trade Center, Chicago to apply for free parking.

Walk-ins are welcome! We invite you to visit our website to schedule one-on-one interviews and to view the complete list of participating employers. We look forward to meeting you!

Saturday, October 17th 9:30AM – 2:00PM
DoubleTree Chicago (Magnificent Mile)
2nd Fl., 300 E. Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 819-7350
attn: Mia Liang
Email: chicago@taitra.org.tw
Registration: http://hirecruit.nat.gov.tw/chicago

To learn more about TAP-Chicago:
http://tapchicago.org/

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The Art of Public Speaking

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Join TAP-Chicago on September 16, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a seminar on public speaking and leaderships skills. Learn how to overcome anxiety and become a confident speaker, no matter the audience and subject matter. In addition to improving our skills, we will discuss creation of an ongoing public speaking and leadership training program.

Registration is free through September 12 and only $5 afterward. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Wine and beer are complementary, but please tip your bartender! All tips will go towards funding a public speaking and leadership training program for TAP-Chicago.

Sign up for the event at http://tappublicspeaking.eventbrite.com/

Cynthia Leggett will lead the seminar and detail her journey in becoming a better speaker and surmounting personal challenges. Cynthia is the current Vice President of Education and Past President of HHS Toastmasters. Cynthia has served as Central North Division Governor and is the recipient of the Distinguished Toastmaster Award as well as the Area Governor of the Year Award. Toastmasters International is the world’s largest non-profit organization dedicated to improving public speaking. With over 15,000 clubs in 135 countries, Toastmasters helps more than 332,000 members develop their communication and leadership skills.

This event is made possible by the generous support of Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP www.taftlaw.com.

Questions? Contact
Richard Hu richard@tapchicago.org
Delia Dai delia@tapchicago.org

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Speed Networking Mixer

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A fun, exciting, and effective way in making initial connections with business professionals – speed networking is a catalyst event that is designed to introduce a very different environment with the standard business networking meetings by incorporating a proper focus to make the most of your time, all the while propelling your career and business. Maximize quality, lasting, professional connections by developing a strong referral base by developing relationships with a variety of individuals from various industries.

Benefits of Speed Networking:
• Meet more people in a short timeframe
• Meet other like-minded professionals who have invested their time and energy in building their network
• Greater fun and innovation than run of the mill “cocktail reception” events
• Easily target individuals with whom you may spend more time with during the reception at the program’s end
• Conducive environment in learning effective networking techniques through energized networking conversations and repetition
• Opportunity to practice proper networking, elevator speeches, etc.

Tips:
• Bring your business cards
• Prepare your “elevator speech” that focuses on the crux of who you are and your business to relay to your partner
• Follow-up with your new connections by planning follow-up meetings, lunches, and referrals after the event is over
• Be yourself and have fun!

Cost:
Early-Bird Registration (by Friday, August 7): $10.00
Regular Registration (by Wednesday, August 12): $15.00
Registration includes (1) free drink ticket and refreshments during reception. Cash bar available for additional beverages.

Register through Eventbrite:

https://goo.gl/fn5s2V

Program:
6:00-6:30 pm – Registration
6:30:6:45 pm – Introduction
6:45-7:30 pm – Speed Networking Program
7:30-7:45 pm – Social Activity
7:45-8:15 pm – Reception/Social Networking

Venue:
223 W. Erie, Chicago, IL 60654 (Across from Union Sushi, next to Kozy Cycle in River North)

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Chinese Entrepreneurship in Chicago Reception w/Mandarin Leader and Chicago Innovation Awards

1610949_10101447899574465_5620548361293777517_nJoin TAP-Chicago on Tuesday, July 14th for a networking reception to recognize Chinese entrepreneurs and innovators in Chicago. Whether it’s technology, finance, consumer products, or services, Chicago is producing entrepreneurs who solve real problems for business and consumers. Please join us to celebrate innovative minds on this memorable night!

Co-hosted by Mandarin Leader and the Chicago Innovation Awards, the reception will include a panel discussion of local entrepreneurs. Among other topics, the speakers will offer insights on how Chicago can position itself as a destination for Chinese companies and investors. There is no fee for attendance, but pre-registration is required at http://chineseentrepreneurship.eventbrite.com/

Questions? Contact
Delia Dai 312.576.4391 | delia at tapchicago dot org
Hauwei Lien 302.559.5948 | hauwei at tapchicago dot org

For more about Mandarin Leader, visit http://mandarincommunicationsgroup.com/

For more about the Chicago Innovation Awards, visit http://www.chicagoinnovationawards.com/

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Mentoring Program Launch Mixer

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Join us for the launch event of the TAP-Chicago Mentoring Program! Thanks to those who have already expressed interest in becoming either a mentor or a mentee. The purpose of the TAP-Chicago Mentoring Program is to connect Asian American early and mid-career professionals with one another and with undergraduate students mentees from UChicago, Depaul and Northwestern.

More details and program requirements will be provided at the mixer event. This mixer event will primarily allow mentees and mentors to network with one another. Formal pairings of mentees with mentors will take place in the fall for the new academic semester.

The venue will be Vora, 1028 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60610. Great food and drinks will be available!

Space is limited and the event is invite-only. Request a space by filling out the RSVP form:

Questions? Contact
Dana Yu 734.846.8917 | dana@tapchicago.org
Betty Hsieh 312.912.4274 | betty@tapchicago.org

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Real Estate Seminar / First Time Home Buyer Panel

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Join TAP-Chicago & KACC for a very special real estate and first time home buyer seminar/workshop. Learn the tips of the trade from our panel of distinguished and proven successful representatives of the industry from all 3 phases: real estate agent, mortgage/lender, and closing attorney. There will be a brief overview from each sector followed by Q&A.

Panelists:
Amy Duong – Jameson Sotheby International Realty
Dean Vlamis – Guaranteed Rate (mortgage)
Alex Pappas – Axia Law

Space is limited, so please rsvp via the Eventbrite link to guarantee your seat!
https://tapkacc-realestate2.eventbrite.com/

If you need more information regarding this event please contact: Grant Wu – grant@tapchicago.org

Special thanks to Axia Law for hosting the event in their conference space which is on the 17th floor.

To learn more about TAP-Chicago visit http://tapchicago.org/

rsvp here: https://tapkacc-realestate2.eventbrite.com/

to learn more about KACC visit http://kac-chicago.org/

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Lunar Ball

Lunar Ball 2015

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

The 7th Annual Lunar Ball, Chicago’s largest fundraiser for Asian American young professionals and friends, will be held on Saturday, March 7th at the Chicago History Museum. On behalf of the Lunar Ball Committee, we invite you to support community development and education by attending Lunar Ball 2015.

This year, we expect a crowd of 500+ of Chicago’s most accomplished and involved young professionals to fill the Chicago History Museum for an evening of fun, food, and networking. The event will include tastings from Chicago’s top restaurants, adult beverages all night, performances, multiple DJs, raffle, and silent auction.

There’s no better time than the Year of the Ram to meet new friends and professional contacts. The event sells out every year, so buy your tickets here today!

For constant updates, please check our Facebook event page or visit:

www.lunarball.org

 

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