Dragon Hearts Foundation
Elevate Gala
Where collective Influence Creates opportunities for the Next generation
November 7th, 2026 | 5pm
Cocktail Attire
Join innovators, changemakers, and artists for an unforgettable evening of exceptional networking, inspiring speakers, spectacular performances, and a stunning fashion runway right in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Explore the Evening
An Evening Bringing Together Leaders In
Technology | Business | Education | Arts & Culture | Community Leadership
Featuring
Inspiring Speakers • Exceptional Networking • Music Beyond Borders
Talented Student Showcase • Couture Fashion Show • Asian-Inspired Cuisine
THE SPEAKER LINEUP
Voices of Inspiration
Deb Liu
co-founder, ember ai
former ancestry Ceo & creator of facebook marketplace & intuit board member
co-founder, ember ai
former ancestry Ceo & creator of facebook marketplace & intuit board member
Deb Liu is the former CEO of Ancestry and the technology executive who created and launched Facebook Marketplace, transforming how millions of people buy and sell online. She is Co-Founder of Ember AI, a TEDx speaker, author of Take Back Your Power, founder of Women in Product, Gold House A100 Honoree, and a member of the Intuit Board of Directors. Deb is a passionate advocate for innovation, inclusive leadership, and empowering the next generation of leaders.
emmy award winning journalist, Founder, Dion Lim Media, Chief Strategist-Asian American Voices, author
Ha Nguyen
chief evangelist, ember ai & Sidebar, harvard and wharton graduate, former vc
Ha Nguyen is the Founder of NextStep and serves as Chief Evangelist at Sidebar and Ember AI. A veteran tech executive, she has helped scale high-growth companies through people-first leadership, community building, and operational excellence. Formerly Chief Experiences Officer at Swimply and Partner at Spero Ventures, Ha is a sought-after mentor and prolific LinkedIn writer, known for her insights on leadership, startup growth, AI, and building companies where people and innovation thrive together.
Dion Lim
emmy award winning journalist, Founder, Dion Lim Media, Chief Strategist-Asian American Voices, author
emmy award winning journalist, Founder, Dion Lim Media, Chief Strategist-Asian American Voices, author
Dion Lim is an Emmy Award–winning journalist, author, and advocate. Formerly with ABC7 San Francisco, her reporting on anti-Asian violence started a nationwide conversation and was featured on Good Morning America, Nightline, 20/20, and media outlets worldwide. Dion serves as Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan's Chief Strategist of Asian American Voices Foundation. She is the author of AMPLIFY! My Fight for Asian America.
Sam Lin
SINGER-SONGWRITER
Sam Lin, a Taiwanese American singer-songwriter whose breakout single, “Turn The Page,” topped the charts for 12 consecutive weeks and gained widespread popularity across Asia. With millions of streams and a growing global audience, Sam brings together English and Mandarin influences through heartfelt songwriting. He continues to release new music and perform for audiences around the world.
A Voice
Beyond Borders
An Exclusive Performance
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Malaika Ali
stanford student & dragon hearts Foundation ambassador
Malaika Ali is an engineering and economics student at Stanford University, where she is actively involved in leadership and community engagement. Recently she interviewed Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai, leading a thoughtful discussion on girls' education, activism, and global leadership. Passionate about expanding educational opportunity and empowering the next generation, Malaika serves as an ambassador to the Dragon Hearts Foundation.
Student Spotlights
OUR SCHOLARSHIP RECEIPIENTS
Sara Guo
Julliard student, Dancer, Choreographer, Educator
Sara Guo is pursuing a BFA in Dance at The Juilliard School, where she is training in ballet, modern, and contemporary dance. A former Houston Ballet Professional Division student, Sara is an award-winning dancer and choreographer whose honors include YoungArts Winner with Distinction in Dance Choreography. Passionate about storytelling through movement, she draws on her Chinese heritage to create works that inspire, connect, and celebrate the power of the performing arts.
Lauren Kim
rice university student & violinist
Lauren Kim is an accomplished violinist who will study violin performance at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music. As concertmaster of the Music Institute of Chicago’s Academy, her experience performing contemporary works sparked a passion for championing new voices. Through the Miraki Organization, Lauren advocates for greater AAPI representation in classical music and uses music to connect cultures and inspire others.
RENOWN AAPI FASHION DESIGNERS
An Unforgettable Fashion Showcase
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Mee Hee Hanbok
MeeHee Hanbok
Eunjoo Kim
Featured in Vogue and Martha Stewart Weddings, Meehee Hanbok has dressed celebrities including Sandra Oh, Daniel Dae Kim, and Arden Cho, bringing Korean heritage to the global stage. Led by lifelong artist and mountaineer Eunjoo Kim, whose background spans fine arts, sculpture, and fashion, the couture house reimagines traditional hanbok through a contemporary artistic lens—honoring Korean culture while carrying its beauty forward for a new generation.
composer
Jamiee Jimin Park
The Gala fashion show will feature music by acclaimed composer and producer Jaimee Jimin Park, accompanied live on violin by Dragon Hearts Foundation scholarship recipient Lauren Kim. Jaimee’s credits include Guild Wars 2, D.O.A., and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Selected for Spot the Composer at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, she was also nominated for Best Original Soundtrack at the 2024 World Soundtrack Awards.
MEEHEE HANBOK
Sought After by Celebrities.
Featured on Global Stages.
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Mee Hee Hanbok
Tommy Tuong Le Couture
Tommy Tuong Le
At the Gala, Tommy Tuong Le Couture presents the premiere of a brand new AAPI collection launch: Where Heritage Meets Tomorrow
Creative Director of Tommy Tuong Le Couture and an renown designer known for his custom couture, pageant, bridal, and cultural fashion. His designs blend traditional heritage with contemporary artistry, empowering individuals to shine with confidence and grace on the world stage.
TOMMY TUONG LE COUTURE
DESTINATION RUNWAY VIETNAM
Mee Hee Hanbok
viktorya minaudière
Maria Victoria Mejia
Maria Victoria Mejia is CEO of VIKTORYA Minaudière, a luxury accessories brand celebrating Filipino craftsmanship on the global stage. With each handcrafted piece, VIKTORYA carries forward the legacy of Filipino artisans, fostering livelihood opportunities, and inviting customers to become proud stewards of both beautiful accessories and a beautiful cause.
Gala Program
Master of Ceremonies
Tiffany Chang
Miss Asia USA 2024
Executive Program Director, Dragon Hearts Foundation
Tiffany Chang is a Stanford Master's student, AI startup leader, fashion model, and public speaker. The first Taiwanese American crowned Miss Asia USA, she has been featured in ELLE, Glamour, L’Officiel, Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, and Marie Claire. Founder of the nonprofit Madhatter Knits, Tiffany is passionate about using innovation, storytelling, and service to empower communities.
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Gala Cuisine
Asian Inspired Dinner by Yakiniku Shodai
Andy Chiang
Chef and owner
yakiniku shodai
Andy, originally from Taipei, Taiwan, brings over 20 years of restaurant industry experience. He spent four years at Da-Wan Yakiniku in Taipei, where he trained extensively in Japanese yakiniku and rose to a leadership role. During Andy’s time as team lead, Da-Wan earned a coveted Michelin star in 2018, becoming the world’s first Michelin-starred yakiniku restaurant.
gala tickets
Join us for an exciting evening of connection, culture, and impact.
SINCE 2024
Discover Our Impact
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and over 2,500 applications received. We offer support to our next generation via scholarships, youth programs, and grants.
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Programs & Events Sponsored
We sponsor, volunteer our time, and support events and programs led by mission aligned orgs.
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Committed Funding
$1M+
We commit to continued impact by investing in our communities, and we are just getting started.
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Community & Corporate Supporters
We have incredible supporters, donors, and sponsors who have fueled our mission.
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Meet Our Founder
Founder of
Dragon Hearts Foundation
Amy Wang
Founded in 2024 by Amy Wang and Eric Young, the Dragon Hearts Foundation was inspired by Amy's journey growing up as one of the few Asian Americans in her community and her 25-year career navigating underrepresented spaces in technology, real estate, and entrepreneurship.
Along the way, she witnessed how access to education, mentorship, and visible role models could transform lives. Through embracing both her Asian and American identities—and later serving as Mrs. Asia USA International 2025—Amy realized that celebrating culture and representation could become a powerful platform for creating connection and opening doors for future generations.
This vision became a cornerstone of the Dragon Hearts Foundation, which empowers the next generation through education while elevating AAPI voices, heritage, culture, and leadership.
With Gratitude to Our Partners
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the valued partners whose generosity and commitment make this evening possible.
Their support strengthens our mission to create meaningful opportunities for the next generation and helps transform our shared vision into lasting impact.
We are honored to recognize the organizations standing alongside
Dragon Hearts Foundation.
