Islina (Yunhong) Shan

Software Engineer

Former VP of Duke Technology Scholars

Google / Duke University

"Girls, it is time to let go of our perfectionism and imposter syndrome, and own our place with excellence in tech. Unite to elevate each other, because we all belong in tech and have the power to contribute to the next tech evolution!"

Chloe Luo

Miss Asian Global 1st Princess

High School Senior

Miss Asian Global

"Don't stay complacent."

Lina Xie

Founder, Heritage in Hands

Data Forensics Manager

Miss China NovaCosmo 2025

University of Maryland

"As a woman leader in STEM, I encourage everyone to embrace curiosity and innovation. Breaking barriers is never easy, but each step we take opens doors for the next generation. By lifting each other up, we make sure the path forward is brighter, stronger, and truly inclusive."

Sophie-Claire “Asian Soph” Kanno

Injustice’s Biggest Hater | Storyteller

Inclusivity & Equity Advocate

Marketing, Communications, & Community Leader

Kanno Agency

"We all have a superpower. When you’re unafraid to better yourself, you better the world. How you treat yourself shapes how you treat others. Live with purpose, lift up your community, challenge injustice, and together we can create a more inclusive, equitable, and just world."

Raine Xiong

Miss Asian Global

Stanford University

"I believe that women should stop being afraid of being loud and commanding. When you step into a room, own exactly who you are, and make room for others to do the same."

Lorraine K. Lee

Keynote Speaker

Bestselling Author

LinkedIn Learning & Stanford Instructor

RISE Learning Solutions

"Overprepare but don’t overplan. Don’t get too set on one particular career plan as being open and flexible is what will lead you to new opportunities you may never have dreamed for yourself."