From left to right: Frank McCune, Executive Director of Valley Leadership; Jason Wong, NAAAP Phoenix Chairman of the Board; Dave Bolman, Chair of VL Leadership Institute

Phoenix, Arizona - The National Association of Asian American Professionals – Phoenix Chapter (NAAAP Phoenix) is proud to announce its leader, Jason Wong, Chairman of the Board, graduated from the Valley Leadership Institute Class 33 on June 2, 2012.

For the past 33 years, Leadership Institute has been Valley Leadership’s legacy program. Each year, 50 individuals are selected through a competitive process to participate in the nine-month institute, starting in September and ending in June. Many Valley corporations and organizations view Leadership Institute as an affordable and highly effective leadership development program for their best and brightest employees—those who they see as future leaders within their organizations. The institute offers increased awareness and understanding of our community, leadership skills development, cultivation and opportunities for engagement and a broader network of personal and professional relationships.

Jason’s accomplishments will be celebrated at the annual Asian American Pacesetters Award Ceremony and Reception.

• Friday, July 6 from 5:30 to 8p.m.

• Henkel Headquarters, 19001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

• $10 for members; $25 for non-members

• RSVP by Tues, July 3 to Kathy Huynh at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

NAAAP's vision is to be the proving ground for North American Asian Professionals, forging leaders of tomorrow through professional development, cultural awareness, community service and mentorship. To learn more about our member benefits or if you would like to join the NAAAP Phoenix family visit http://www.naaapphoenix.org/membership