What motivates you to do what you do every day? My faith in God, I believe God created everyone on this earth to have a relationship with Him and that He wants to see His children to flourish in the talents and abilities He gave to them.

What do you worry about? How my kids will do as adults, will the world be better when they are older?

What can’t you live without? God, Hartono (husband), the kids, my family, my friendships.

What brings you joy? Seeing my children happy and kind-hearted to others, making connections with people, helping people reach their potential, learning about God in deeper ways, BJJ (Brazilian jiu-jitsu) :), watching Korean dramas (lol)!

What is your wish for the United States? To be able to know how to maturely interact with those who are different from them. Even if they do not agree, they can maturely discuss and find a place of agreement. I pray for humility and peace for this country.

What role do you play, or want to play in making that wish come true? I want to see the API community along with our brothers and sisters of color to succeed. I'm striving to grow and thrive in my career, so that I can bring along others who look like me and see an increase of people of color in leadership. Also, I do this so that my children do not need to struggle in the future and can have a flourishing career wherever they plan to be.

Anything else you wish to say about being Asian American? As Asian Americans, we stand at a pivotal moment in history, one where we must continue to assert our voices and remind the world that we are neither timid nor weak. We are a community defined by intelligence, resilience, and strength. From our cultural diversity to our shared experiences, we carry a rich history that has shaped who we are today. We are not a passive group, but a vibrant and powerful force ready to create change.

Our strength is not only in our individual accomplishments but also in our unity. As Asian Americans, we must continue to lift up our brothers and sisters of color. Our fight is not one of separation, but of solidarity. When one community faces injustice, we all feel its impact. We must stand together, amplify each other's voices, and work side by side to create a society where equality, justice, and opportunity are accessible to all.

I believe in the power of collaboration and harmony. As a community, we want to work together with people of all backgrounds to build a great society. We envision a world where we are not defined by our race or ethnicity, but by our shared humanity and our commitment to a better future. By embracing each other's differences and working together toward common goals, we can create a society that values everyone equally.

Let us continue to be vocal, unapologetic, and determined. Let us show the world that Asian Americans are not passive observers but active participants in shaping the future. Together, we can create a stronger, more inclusive world for all.