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Let’s kickstart this week with some cuteness overload! From an inspiring book on representation for the Cambodian community to Labubu, this newsletter will provide insights into the latest updates, valuable resources, and, more importantly, healing energy.

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UPLIFTING STORY 📕

How Deena Kong Is Rewriting Representation in Children’s Literature

Growing up Cambodian in North America, Deena Kong often felt invisible—a feeling that followed her from Canada to the U.S. and ultimately inspired her to write Grateful Being Me, a book to help children understand the importance of representation. 

“Representation matters,” Deena explains. “When a child wanders through a library or bookstore, they should be able to find themselves in the stories and pictures. I hope Grateful Being Me encourages self-acceptance, celebrates diversity, and promotes inclusion by empowering children to connect with one another.”

LAST WEEK, ASIAN LEADERS DID 🎉

🚀 Priscilla Lim, Executive Director at J.P. Morgan, shared the successful launch of the inaugural J.P. Morgan Business Leaders Symposium, co-hosted with Meta Prosper, featuring discussions on entrepreneurship, capital raising, business exits, and leadership strategies.

🚀 Jason Ve, SVP and Head of Global Brand Partnerships & Business Development at 88rising, announced his departure after five years, highlighting his role in building the brands business and advancing Asian creativity globally.

🚀 Debbie Mullin, CEO and Founder of Copper Cow Coffee, announced the launch of their Organic Classic Whole Bean and Ground coffee at all Erewhon locations, celebrating the milestone as a major step in their mission toward sustainable Vietnamese coffee.

🚀 Teri Yu, Head of Product at Kajabi, celebrated the successful redesign of Kajabi Communities, highlighting $441M earned across nearly 50,000 communities.

🌟 Jinal Shah, Chief Customer & Marketing Officer at Zip Co US, was named one of Forbes’ 50 Entrepreneurial CMOs.

🌟 Sruthi Ramaswami, Partner at ICONIQ Growth and Co-Founder of Neythri.org, was named to The Information’s 2025 list of Next GPs, recognizing rising leaders in venture capital.

🎙️ Yat Siu, co-founder and executive chairman of Animoca Brands, will speak at TOKEN2049 Dubai, contributing to discussions on Web3 gaming and the role of culture in strategic decision-making.

Labubu Dolls: The Collectible Obsession Sweeping Fans Worldwide 🩷

At 4:45 a.m. on Friday, a long line formed outside Pop Mart’s Los Angeles store, with eager customers, some arriving as early as 10 p.m. the night before, waiting for the latest series of Labubu dolls. These collectible, mischievous Nordic elves, created by artist Kasing Lung, have become part of a larger trend of iconic Asian characters like Hello Kitty. 

Since partnering with Pop Mart in 2019, Labubu dolls have sold out within minutes, sparking dedicated fan communities both online and offline. Despite their playful, troublemaking nature, Labubu dolls have become sought-after fashion accessories, often paired with luxury handbags.

Tiger Balm Battles Rising Tariffs Amid U.S.-China Trade Tensions 🐯

Tiger Balm, the popular “miracle” for muscle aches and any ailments in the world (according to Asian parents), now meets significant challenges due to the intense ongoing U.S.-China trade war. Manufactured in China and distributed in the U.S. by Prince of Peace Enterprises, the product is now hit by rising tariffs, which could cost the distributor up to $5 million this year.

The dilemma now is whether to raise prices, and while the answer may not be immediate, it's likely in the near future. Tariffs mainly impact specialty goods like Tiger Balm, which have limited Western alternatives. Chinatowns in the US are also facing narrow profit margins, but there’s hope that the community will persevere, as it did in 2018.

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List Your Event for Free With Asian Heritage Week 2025! 🇦🇺🔊

To mark Asian Heritage Week’s second year, we are excited to announce our return to Australia across two cities: Melbourne and Sydney.

Asian Heritage Week (AHW) is an annual celebration that amplifies your events through our network, embracing and honoring the cultural heritage of Asian communities.

To unfold the beauty and creativity of the Asian community, we would love for event hosts to join us on this journey through two beautiful cities:

• Melbourne | May 19 - May 25

• Sydney | May 26 - Jun 1

Be part of Asian Heritage Week 2025 in amplifying Asian culture and recognizing our community’s contributions to Australia. 💫

The OOO Summit 2025

The OOO Summit offers $100 off tickets with code AHN—join on May 16 to hear from speakers like Sahil Bloom, Andrew Yang, and Justin Welsh.

2025 iFlyVC Consumer Summit

The 2025 iFlyVC Consumer Summit is offering 50% off tickets with code AHN2025—an exclusive offer for the AHN community to join the main event. Event details and registration here.

2025 iFlyVC Consumer Summit After Hours

For those interested in networking afterward, the iFlyVC After Hours Social runs from 5–7 PM and offers a relaxed space to connect over drinks and light bites. Use code AHNFRIENDS for 10% off admission. Register here.

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COMPANIES DISCOVERED ✅

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WORKPLACE ESSENTIALS 🌟

Stressed about office life and looking to make it more fun? Here are our editors’ weekly top picks for workplace amenities to uplift your hustle workspace.

Terrarium 🌳

Work can be stressful, therefore, you need some time and space for a little bit of Zen in the office. A terrarium can be the perfect way to bring nature into your workspace, offering a calming environment without bringing your whole garden to the office.

✨ Changes are inevitable, but they’re essential for growth! So, don’t be afraid of changes but actively seek them. According to a recent McKinsey Global Survey, here are four blocks of changes that you can follow to develop changes.

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