Glo Chu

Aspiring Educator & Artist

PwC / UC Berkeley

"Someone once told me:
"Whatever you create doesn't have to be out of this world, it just has to be out in the world."

Break free from perfectionism and put yourself out there - the world needs your voice! You can adjust and refine as you go."

Lisa Okada Whitsitt

Founder

CraftPath

"Hold on to your visions even if others can’t quite see it yet. Find ways to storytell that can resonate and be approachable. If you are in a space that does not value you or people are intimidated by you, it is ok to pivot to find or create a space where you can thrive. There is no reward for “biting the bullet”. You are in control of your life and you do not have to tame your powers."

Inika Mehra

Founder, PCOS Alliance

Aspiring Neuroscientist

Miss San Francisco 2025

University of California, Irvine

As a South Asian woman battling acute PCOS, my health and identity struggles have taught me this: it is in the art of the struggle that we truly become. Struggles can create victims, or they can create warriors.

A warrior turns pain into empathy, bravery, and purpose. A warrior dusts the dirt off, and tries a third and a fifth time over again, even in the face of ridicule, shame, or judgement— especially then.

A true warrior knows there is no challenge too big, no failure too crushing, and no bully quite cruel enough to break them— unless they allow it to.

"Strength does not come from physical capacity— it comes from an indomitable will." —Mahatma Gandhi

Tugs-Oyun Davaadorj

Founder & CEO

Author & TEDx Speaker

Business Coach

Oyu Cosmetics

"Your courage to embrace challenges and lead with authenticity is a light for many. You’ve not only paved the way as a transformative leader and author but have inspired countless lives with your wisdom and resilience.

Keep shining as the empowering force that reminds us all: greatness is within reach when we dare to dream and act. The world is better with your brilliance, and your ripple effect is limitless.

With admiration and gratitude, thank you for showing us what’s possible."

Jonathan Hsu

Entrepreneur

Producer

Magician

Hsubox Productions Inc.

"Know that every day is an opportunity to change and produce our own reality. The possibility to start over, to reinvent ourselves, to change the world, to heal what was broken...it all comes from a hope that is knit into the marrow of our bones. The daily work is to protect that internal hope and fight against the tyranny of the present conditions. Caffeine helps."

"Don't try to be someone else, celebrate who you are. What makes you different is what makes you great!"

Jessica Jung

Lead Producer

Niantic Labs

Hannah Javidi

Postdoctoral Fellow

Creator of the PACT Sexual Assertiveness Education Program

Forbes 30 Under 30

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead"

Mariah Hancock

Founder

The Network

"Is it imposter syndrome or a systemic treatment that leads one to believe they are less? Exactly - step into your power!"

Mai Yang

Tax Manager

Crowe LLP

"It is hard to find your place but patience does it all. Be your true self and don't let anyone talk you down because it's your choice and that's your voice."

Merritt Moore

Quantum Physicist

Professional Ballet Dancer

Dancing with Robots

"Perfect is replaceable. Being unique and different is irreplaceable."

Kui Promlumpuk

Co-Founder

Gamlytics

"In a world that expects you to play by their rules, as a woman, you can rewrite the game entirely and lead with your own unique brilliance."

Ashley Liao

Actress

University of California, Los Angeles

"A reminder for you and for future me:

Feel that inner voice that calls you to do what is right. Tie your humanity to others when things feel impossible, and find hope in knowing that you are not alone in feeling lost. This is everyone else's first time living, too. Have dreams so big they scare you and it's okay to do it scared---you're braver and more capable than you know ◡̈ "

Sarah Elizabeth Segrest

Head of Marketing

PegPro

"You'll encounter those who say you can't succeed. Let their words fade into the background. Every step you take should be for your fulfillment, not to prove someone else wrong. Instead, focus on proving yourself right. Stay authentic, be kind, and remain humble."

Michelle K. Sugihara

Executive Director & CEO

CAPE (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment)

"No learning is ever wasted. Stay curious."

Tiffany Cheung

CEO

Tiffany Cheung LLC

"Historically, women have been left out of conversations on wealth, power, finances, and sovereignty. Women and young girls are here to change the world, not through being conditioned by societal systems, but by honoring their own unique purpose, direction, and innate magic. You're not destined to fit yourself into a mold and shrink to appease others, you're here to double down on what lights you up and take up BIG space. You are inherently worthy and loved. I see you. I am with you. I am you."