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Your website is often the first thing that people see about your brand. Make sure that your design is telling the right story.

This week, we’re diving into how your web design can make or break your online presence. Scroll through to learn more.

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UPLIFTING STORIES 📚

Dr. Tiffany Moon on Empowering Women Through LeadHer Summit

Do you ever feel like you’re juggling a hundred things at once—your career, family, personal goals—and wonder how to keep it all together? Dr. Tiffany Moon knows exactly what that’s like. As a mother, doctor, entrepreneur, and advocate for women’s empowerment, she has mastered the art of balancing multiple roles without losing sight of her passions. Not only did she figure out how to manage all these roles, but she’s also thriving in each of them.

Driven by her love for creativity and her desire to inspire others, Dr. Moon ventured into entrepreneurship, launching Aromasthesia Candles and Three Moons Wine. Most recently, she founded LeadHer Summit, a leadership conference designed to uplift and empower women from all different professional backgrounds.

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Indian Reality Shows Captivate Global Audiences With Their Own Flavors 📺

Flavorful and addictive as a cup of Masala Chai, Indian reality shows have long successfully carved for themselves a powerful niche audience. Like a classic Indian soap opera episode, the drama never sets on Indian reality shows!

This increasing popularity can be attributed to the clever remix of international adaptations and localized appeal, according to the CEO of Applause Entertainment Limited, Sameer Nair, offering a “special Indian tadka (spicing)” to the original. Rather than trying to chase after international stardom, the producers focused on the domestic industry, adapting based on the audience’s tastes, with many multi-language variants considering the diversity in India. 

Moreover, along with the massive rise of streaming platforms, these shows reach a broader audience, charming reality show enthusiasts worldwide. Recent years also witnessed a resurgence of viral videos featuring Indian melodramas, known for their hyperbolic and intense drama and visual effects. When it comes to Indian media, it is never boring and remains forever iconic. 

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Pennsylvania Shines Bright: Diwali Becomes an Official Holiday 🪔

Diwali is now officially a holiday in Pennsylvania after Governor Josh Shapiro signed the law recognizing this vibrant festival. Known as the Festival of Light, Diwali is not just about candle lighting; it’s also about celebrating the victory of light over darkness! 

This law is a further step toward recognizing the diversity that constitutes the U.S. in terms of ethnicity and religion. This year, the festival overlaps with Halloween, with the highly anticipated two-day celebration on October 31 and November 1. Even though schools and businesses are not obliged to close, the Governor encourages everyone to celebrate and “light up” the whole state! 

Asian World Film Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary, Kicking off With Korean Drama ‘A Normal Family’ and Legendary Anna May Wong Tribute 🏆

The festival is running from November 13 to 20 at the Culver Theater in Culver City, with “Heritage” as this year's theme to honor a decade, states Georges N. Chamchoum, AWFF executive, to Variety. On November 13, the 10th Asian World Film Festival (AWFF) begins with the Korean drama “A Normal Family” and closing the night will feature the Filipino romantic drama “Hello, Love, Again,” both notoriously impacted North American audiences.

AWFF’s heritage-themed activities will include a tribute to the legendary actress Anna May Wong, the first Chinese American actress to gain Hollywood and international recognition. The presence of Asian Vision and Focus On will be new for 2024. Asian Vision aims to exhibit features present at A-list film festivals or have earned international critical acclaim. Focus On will screen both new and classical films from Hong Kong, South Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Taiwan, and Vietnam to explore the culture, customs, and traditions of these countries and regions. 

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Minimalist vs. Maximalist Website Design—Which is Right for You?

Did you know that 94% of first impressions of a brand are based on web design? Choosing the right website can be challenging, but with a clear understanding of your brand and some expert support, the right design style can elevate your brand’s online presence. 

Minimalism has been the top trend lately due to its increasing demand for clarity and directness in brand messaging. But sometimes, a maximalist vibe makes a statement, fueling an electric and stimulating feel to your brand identity!

There are no better styles—just what fits your brand’s visions.

At AHN Group, we understand the strengths and challenges of both design approaches. Whether you’re drawn to the elegance of minimalism or the vibrancy of maximalism, our team can craft a website that aligns perfectly with your brand and goals.

If you want to explore our services more, visit the AHN Group website at ahngroup.co.

Join Us to Discuss Controversial Issues Among AAPIs

Common Ground, a stimulating one-day conference designed to bring the Asian American community closer together, will take place this coming Saturday, October 26 beginning at 9 AM at UC Berkeley.

Engage in spirited but respectful conversations about topics ranging from tiger parenting to race in college admissions to criminal justice – topics that have threatened to divide the Asian American community.

Only by talking to each other can we find areas of agreement and work together for the betterment of Asian Americans. The conference is produced by AsAmNews, the non-profit daily digital news site focused on Asians in America. 

Breakfast and lunch will be served with a separate awards dinner following.

More information about the conference can be found here with more details about the awards dinner here. 

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