Milestone celebration will bring together more than 600 business and community leaders
to honor five decades of advocacy, opportunity and Asian-owned businesses supporting
one another
LOS ANGELES — September 2026 — The Asian Business Association (ABA) will
commemorate its 50th anniversary at the 50th Annual IMPACT Awards Gala on Thursday,
September 24, 2026, at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown.
Under the theme “Honoring the Past. Investing in the Future.”, the milestone celebration will
bring together more than 600 business, corporate, government and community leaders to
recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership and commitment have strengthened
the Asian American business community.
Founded in Los Angeles in 1976 by Dale Fukamaki and Lynne Choy Uyeda, ABA was
created to give Asian and Pacific Islander business owners a stronger voice and greater access
to economic opportunities. At its core, ABA has always been a community of Asian-owned
businesses helping other Asian-owned businesses succeed — sharing opportunities,
opening doors and advocating for greater access to corporate and government contracting.
ABA and its early leaders were also part of the national effort advocating for federal recognition
of Asian American businesses as minority-owned enterprises, helping create greater access to
government contracting, corporate procurement and business development opportunities.
“For 50 years, ABA has been built by business owners who believed that when we help one
another succeed, we strengthen the entire community,” said Dennis Huang, Executive
Director of the Asian Business Association. “Our founders fought to create opportunities that
did not exist for Asian-owned businesses. Today, it is our responsibility to continue opening
those doors, sharing those opportunities and investing in the next generation. That is what we
mean when we say ABA is where business and opportunity meet.”
2026 IMPACT Award Honorees
Business of the Year — Astrana Health
Astrana Health will be recognized for its leadership in transforming healthcare through
technology, physician empowerment and value-based care. The Asian American-led company
supports more than 20,000 healthcare providers and serves as a care network for more than 1.6
million patients, including diverse and underserved communities.
Decade of Dedication Award, Corporate — U.S. Bank
U.S. Bank will be honored for a decade of sustained partnership with ABA, including 10 years of
title sponsorship of the IMPACT Awards, employee volunteerism, financial education and
ongoing support of ABA programs and small businesses.
Decade of Dedication Award, Small Business — TEN Advertising
TEN Advertising and CEO Karen Park will be recognized for extraordinary service and
commitment to ABA and the broader community. Park has served six years on ABA’s Board of
Directors, including two years as Chair, and continues to provide leadership through the ABA
Foundation and Asian Business Center.
The evening will also pay special tribute to ABA’s Past Chairs and Former IMPACT Award
Honorees, bringing together generations of leaders who have helped shape the organization
and the Asian American business community over the past five decades.
Following the awards program, guests will continue the celebration at a Post-Gala Reception
featuring Asian-owned businesses and community partners, creating another opportunity
to connect, discover businesses and celebrate the community ABA has served for five decades.
As ABA enters its next 50 years, the organization remains committed to advocating for Asian-
owned businesses, expanding access to contracting and procurement opportunities, developing
business leaders and strengthening connections among small businesses, corporations, public
agencies and the communities they serve.
EVENT AT A GLANCE
What: Asian Business Association 50th Annual IMPACT Awards Gala
Theme: Honoring the Past. Investing in the Future.
When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Where: InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown
Attendance: 600+ business, corporate, government and community leaders
Information: www.abala.org/gala
About the Asian Business Association
Founded in 1976, the Asian Business Association (ABA) is a nonprofit business organization
dedicated to advancing the economic interests of Asian-owned businesses and creating
opportunities for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
For 50 years, ABA has brought together Asian-owned businesses to support one another,
share opportunities and build a stronger business community. Through advocacy,
education, networking, corporate and government partnerships, and access to procurement
opportunities, ABA connects businesses with the resources and relationships they need to
grow.
ABA — Where Business and Opportunity Meet.
