Gala
Event Details
WHEN
Friday, October 3, 2025
5PM: Business Showcase and Cocktail Reception
7PM: Dinner Program and Awards
WHERE
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, 999 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108
ATTIRE
Gala Wear in Gold, Red, or Blue | Business Wear
Menu
STARTER
- Signature Rolls and Sweet Creamery Butter
- Fire Roasted Tomato Soup (with Grilled Cheese Bite)
- Wild Arugula Salad (Shaved Manchego Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Candied Walnuts, Champagne Dressing)
INTERMEZZO
- Palette Cleanser: Watermelon & Jalapeno
ENTREE: a choice of
- Filet Mignon & Black Cod Duet: Horseradish Mashed Potatoes, Leafy Green Vegetables, Rainbow Carrots, Yellow Baby Squash
OR
- Butternut Squash Ravioli & Wild Mushroom Risotto: Asparagus Salad, Port Reduction (Vegetarian)
DESSERT
- Dessert Trio (Cappuccino Mascarpone Torte, Passion Fruit Creme Caramel, Tropical Fruit Tart)
Last Year's Highlights
Program
Masters of Ceremonies
Jason Chan
Chief of Staff to President of the West Region
Director of External Affairs
AT&T
Cathy Zhao
Comedian
Cathy Zhao is a bilingual comedian, actress, and entrepreneur whose witty style reflects history, politics, pop culture, and her immigrant experience. Based in San Francisco, she has performed worldwide, shared the stage with comedy greats, and co-founded LaughItOutHub.org to support teen mental health through humor.
Entertainment
Cathy Zhao
Comedian
Cathy Zhao is an award-winning comedian who has performed at SF PunchLine, Cobbs, Gotham in NYC, and even Jimmy Kimmel’s. A competition finalist and standout talent, her sharp social commentary and immigrant perspective make her one of today’s most exciting voices in stand-up.
Funky Sound Experience
Cover Band
Funky Sound Experience (FSE) is a rising Bay Area cover and variety band known for putting a funky spin on classics and today’s hits. Having played major venues and festivals, they are now writing original music inspired by icons from Michael Jackson to Bruno Mars.
Honorees
Oren Sellstrom
Litigation Director
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights
Harold T. Yee Lifetime Achievement Award
Oren Sellstrom is Litigation Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights, where he leads impact cases advancing racial justice, immigrant rights, voting rights, and economic opportunity. A Harvard Law graduate and longtime civil rights litigator, he has won landmark victories in federal courts nationwide.
Rockette Ewell
Vice President, California Regional Manager
U.S. Bank
Community Reinvestment Champion of the Year
Rockette Ewell is the California Region Manager at U.S. Bank, leading efforts to create positive impact for people, the planet, and the company. She drives inclusive growth across California by aligning the bank’s investments, resources, and financial solutions with community needs.
Anita Chan
Owner
ANITA B SPA
Entrepreneurial Champion of the Year
Anita Chan, owner of ANITA B SPA in San Francisco, is a licensed aesthetician since 2004 with a passion for integrating beauty, wellness, and education. Since founding her spa in 2016, she has mentored aestheticians while delivering personalized, compassionate skincare treatments.
Que Alicea
CEO
Q & A Consulting LLC
Entrepreneurial Champions of the Year
Que Alicea, CEO of Q&A Consulting LLC, leads environmental compliance and disaster recovery projects across California and Nevada. One of the few African American women in the field, she advances sustainability, workforce training, and community health.
Mark Young
Co-Founder
Stand with Asians
Community Advocate of the Year
Mark Young is co-founder of Stand with Asians, a nonprofit supporting AAPI advocacy, funding, and leadership. A fifth-generation San Franciscan and UC Berkeley graduate, he has helped make Lunar New Year a California holiday and led major cultural initiatives in Chinatown and beyond.
Sponsorship
| PLATINUM (TITLE) |
GOLD | SILVER | HALF TABLE | SINGLE SEAT | |
| $25,000 | $10,000 | $5,000 | $2,800 | $600 | |
| Seats | One table with 10 seats in prime location | One table with 10 seats in prime location | One table with 10 seats | Half Table with 5 seats | 1 Seat |
| On-stage appearance/ |
✓ | ||||
| On-screen logo placement during reception | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Logo/listing on Gala invitation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Recognition on social media and newsletters | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| If you are interested in sponsoring, please email us below! | |||||
Platinum Supporter Level
Gold Supporter Level
Silver Supporter Level
Chek Tan & Company
CIBC
First Citizens Bank
Ground Control Inc.
Jonathan Leong
Northeast Community Federal Credit Union (NECFCU)
Stand with Asians
(partial list)
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