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As we continue through July, we acknowledge National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.

This month is dedicated to raising awareness about the unique mental health challenges faced by racial and ethnic minorities in the United States. It’s an important time to reflect on how we can support one another and promote mental well-being in our communities.

Wishing you all a month of understanding, empathy, and support.

UPLIFTING STORIES 📚

The Makings of a Founder: Reflections With Former CEO and Co-founder of Rotten Tomatoes, Patrick Lee

This edition was a collaboration with The Early Newsletter by Michaela Gordon. You can read her thoughts on our conversation with Patrick here. Thank you Michaela for collaborating and please go check out her article!

The startup ecosystem has gone through a lot of changes over the years. From the dot com era to the modern era of AI, Patrick Lee has seen it all. A stalwart of the startup ecosystem, Patrick has started seven different companies over the last 30 years, including everybody’s favorite movie review website: Rotten Tomatoes.

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CREATORS PODCAST | SOPHIA LI | AHN x META PROSPER

Join us on the fourth episode of Creators Podcast as we embark on an empowering journey with Sophia Li, a phenomenal journalist, climate advocate, and public speaker. In this episode, Sophia Li addresses her cultural heritage and how she raises awareness of complicated subjects including climate justice, civil rights, and technology with ease. 

Yurt to Youth Champion: Gerelt-Od Kherlen Punches His Way to National Boxing Podium and Olympian Dream 🥇

You came from Mongolia, an unfrequented landlocked nomad state; you’re only 12 years old; but your mind stretches further than your age, sprawling across the yurts and borders to the Olympian dream. 

Gerelt-Od Kherlen, son of a ger district (tent district) on the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s capital, was sent to the boxing club by his parents after his chess class was discontinued. A region operated without running water, his hometown drew a silver lining to his newfound hobby: daily water-fetching and firewood-chopping journeys bore him the strength of patience and resilience. 

Less than a year later, Gerelt-Od took part in the children’s national boxing competition, where he won third place in the 10-to-12-year-old, 32-kilogram (70-pound) weight category, to his parents’ surprise. 

With a clear-set determination and a vision-into-action mindset, Gerelt-Od has the power and Mongolian warrior spirit to be the contender for the Olympian dream. 

Detailed information on this boy’s inspiring journey could be read more here.

BMX Star Sakakibara Eyes Olympic Gold After Overcoming Injury and Loss 🚵

From her early years, the Australian-born daughter of a Japanese mother and British father, Saya Sakakibara’s inclination towards biking was apparent, a daily habit that involved biking around different terrains with her brother, Kai in Japan. 

She was a young biker, laden with determination and ambitions for her Olympian dream in the making. However, a cruel twist of fate got in the way of both her and her older brother’s path.

Her brother’s post-fall coma and her own clash with another racer just before the finish line stopped her Olympic debut, alongside the negative toll it had on her mental health and preparations for the 2022 season. The bucks didn't stop there when all her passion for BMX was tested by another concussion during World Cup 2022. 

Despite the odds, within the sense of unfinished business and bravado, she ultimately upended her contemplative conflict and decided to continue this career. Now a two-time World Cup champion, Sakakibara wants to view her experience at the Olympics Paris 2024 as a statement of her hard-won battle and that her perseverance has paid off.

Detailed information on Saya Sakakibara’s inspiring journey could be read more here.

The Story of Stanley Tse From Being a Dishwasher to an Empire Builder in the UK 🛒

The late Stanley Tse Kwai-tsun's journey from a young Hong Kong migrant to a renowned entrepreneur in London’s Chinatown is a story of hard work and vision.

Arriving in the UK at 17, Tse began working as a dishwasher in Chinese restaurants. He was quickly promoted to line cook, then head chef. Eventually, he started his own restaurant and went on to acquire more.

Struggling to find high-quality Asian ingredients, Tse founded the Asian supermarket chain See Woo, which started in a garage and was easily accessible to home cooks and restaurants.

Tse’s contributions extended beyond business. As president of London’s Chinatown, he supported community centers, and charitable projects, and helped develop Chinese New Year celebrations into one of the largest outside China. His efforts earned him a prestigious green plaque in London’s Chinatown, making him the first Chinese person to receive this honor.

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Unlocking Your Potential: It's Time for Your Breakthrough

Join us for this virtual event to discover the deeper reasons of why you self-sabotage your happiness and success in life, and how to begin overcoming self-sabotage so you can reach your fullest potential in work, relationships, and life.

Our speaker, Anna Hsu, is a renowned Confidence Coach with a background in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience from the University of Michigan. Anna specializes in helping individuals overcome self-sabotage and unlock their true potential.

• 🗓️ Date: July 18, 2024

• 🕕 Time: 6 PM - 7 PM CDT

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Summer Mixer Workshop - Get Noticed in Work and Love

Building businesses is hard work. Meeting people IRL is harder than before. Escape the digital noise and join us on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Good Behavior NYC for an unforgettable summer happy hour on a rooftop offering panoramic city skyline views. Here, you’ll gain invaluable dating insights from expert matchmaker Cassindy Chao, a featured expert in Business Insider, AsianBossGirl, Real Love Ready, and The Harvard Club, alongside top dating coach for men, Aisen Li and branding expert, Diana Choi.

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