Honoring the Past. Investing in the Future.
INTERCONTINENTAL LOS ANGELES
900 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90017​​
CULTURAL CHIC ATTIRE
ABOUT THE IMPACT AWARDS
Building on nearly five decades of tradition, ABA’s 50th Anniversary Fundraising Gala is a highly anticipated black-tie event that honors the leaders shaping the Asian American business community. This prestigious evening provides an unparalleled platform for celebration, connection, and support ABA's mission. Reserve your sponsorship tables or tickets today.
RECOGNITION
HONOREES
EMCEE
SEPTEMBER 24, 2026
INTERCONTINENTAL DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES
EVENT SCHEDULE
6:00 PM​​​​
Registration
Silent Auction
Networking Reception​
7:00 PM​​​​
Program and Dinner Begins
9:00 PM​​​​
Post Reception
SILENT AUCTION
Closes at 8:45 PM
1. BROWSE
Visit the link below to view our silent auction.
2. BID
Place your bids. Enter contact and payment information.
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An optional donation fee will automatically be added to your total. You can remove or change this fee by clicking the ‘?’ icon and ‘here’ at the end of the section.
Note: If you choose to pay this fee, the donation does NOT go to ABA.
3. BUY
Be sure to check your bids — anybody can outbid you at any time! Winning bidders will be automatically charged. At the end of the program, visit the check-in table and provide your name to collect your winnings.
Celebrate 50 Years of Impact.
Invest in the Next 50.
Celebrate 50 years of advancing Asian American businesses while showcasing your organization's commitment to entrepreneurship, supplier diversity and community leadership.
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Join Southern California's premier gathering of business, corporations, and civic leaders and help shape the next 50 years of economic opportunities.
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ABA at a Glance
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50 Years of supporting Asian American businesses
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1700+ Members across Southern California
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500+ Business & Civic Leaders expected to attend
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83% of ABA members are business owners
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53% have operated their business for 10+ years
Explore the sponsorship opportunities, benefits and partnership options in the 2026 Sponsorship Deck.
PLATINUM SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
COMMUNITY SPONSORS
Julia and Ken Gouw
AFC Trading Wholesales Inc.
Andmore Partners
Blank Rome LLP
California Water Association
​CIT Commercial Services
Culture Series
Cybertegic
FSM Accounting Group
GreenTree Hospitality Group
Happy Buddha Kitchen
Imprenta Communications Group
Innovate Marketing Group
Lendistry
Meijun
Novotech Nutraceuticals, Inc.
Peter Zhang
Qiu Accountancy Corp.
TEN Advertising
Thong, Yu, Wong & Lee, LLP
TroyGould
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
CHAIRS
COMMITTEE
PAST VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
PAST HONOREES
IMPACT AWARDS BANQUET
49TH ANNUAL
September 18, 2025
Business of the Year - Din Tai Fung
Entrepreneur of the Year - Julie Chung & Kent Yu (T3)
Corporation of the Year - EY
Advocate of the Year - Everett K. Sands (Lendistry)
