Forward with Purpose: Courage in the Moment. Progress by Design.
The moments that shape our careers rarely arrive when we feel completely ready. They happen when we decide whether to speak up, make the ask, pursue a new opportunity, navigate resistance or take the next step without knowing exactly how it will unfold.
Join Ascend Northern California for an immersive experience designed to help AAPI professionals and allies move forward with greater courage, clarity and purpose.
Throughout the day, attendees will hear from compelling leaders during plenary sessions, build meaningful relationships over lunch and networking, and participate in interactive career labs centered on the real moments that influence opportunity, advancement and leadership impact.
These are not traditional workshops where participants simply sit and listen. Through realistic career scenarios, small-group exercises and guided practice, participants will strengthen their ability to:
Make clear, purposeful requests
Navigate rejection, resistance and uncertainty
Build relationships that lead to sponsorship and opportunity
Respond thoughtfully under pressure
Turn important career goals into practical, repeatable actions
Adapt with confidence as technology and the workplace continue to change
The experience is designed for professionals across career stages, from emerging and mid-career talent to experienced leaders and executives. Participants will engage with situations relevant to their own professional journeys, gain perspective from leaders and peers across industries, and leave with a tangible action they can begin within seven days.
Whether you are preparing for your next leadership opportunity, navigating a career transition, expanding your influence, leading through change or creating greater access for others, this experience will challenge you to move beyond intention and take purposeful action.
Expect thought-provoking plenary conversations, practical learning, meaningful networking, lunch and a few surprises you will have to attend to experience.
Come ready to participate, connect, experiment and grow.
You will not simply leave inspired. You will leave better prepared for the next moment that matters.
Event Time Zone: Pacific
Please read the Ascend Terms of Registration and Participation carefully.
