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ASIAN CORPORATE & ENTREPRENEUR

TEMPE, AZ · EIN 205567184 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE P20 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · aceleaders.org
revenue
$153K
expenses
$66K
net assets
$359K
employees
0
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

THE ASIAN CORPORATE & ENTREPRENEUR LEADERS (ACEL), IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION PROVIDING ASIAN AMERICAN PROFESSIONALS OPPORTUNITIES TO WORK TOGETHER TO ENHANCE ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERSHIP IN OUR CAREERS, COMMUNITIES AND THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT THAT WE LIVE AND SERVE IN.

profile · synthesized from sources

Asian Corporate & Entrepreneur Leaders (ACEL) is a nonprofit organization advancing Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) professionals through leadership development, mentorship, and networking. It hosts national conferences, supports local chapters, and runs targeted programs for women and executives. The organization operates across the United States, with a strong presence in Arizona, fostering career growth and community engagement among AAPI leaders.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

ACEL Executive Alliance (AEA)
Executive-level program for C-suite and senior leaders to confidentially discuss challenges and opportunities in a peer cohort setting.
ACELence in Mentorship
A mentorship program pairing experienced professionals with emerging leaders to support career and personal development through collaborative learning.
ACELerate Women
Program focused on advancing AAPI women in leadership through networking, mentorship, and self-care activities in a supportive environment.
ACELing In Leadership Conference
National annual conference featuring workshops, panels, career expos, and leadership awards to connect AAPI professionals and promote leadership development.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Mentor Training and Support Programs 4 activities
    • ACELence in Mentorship Program
      Operates a mentorship program that fosters individual growth, collaborative learning, professional networking, and personal skill development for both mentors and mentees. This includes organizing cohorts of 12 individuals who meet quarterly to discuss opportunities and challenges.
    • ACELence in Mentorship Program
      Operates a mentorship program that fosters individual growth, collaborative learning, professional networking, and personal skill development for mentors and mentees through quarterly 2-hour sessions for cohorts of 12 individuals.
    • ACELence in Mentorship Program
      Operates a mentorship program that fosters individual growth, collaborative learning, professional networking, and personal skill development for mentors and mentees through quarterly 2-hour sessions for cohorts of 12 individuals.
    • ACELence in Mentorship Program
      Operates the ACELence in Mentorship Program, which fosters individual growth, collaborative learning, professional networking, and personal skill development for mentors and mentees through quarterly meetings in cohorts of 12 individuals.
  • Women's Leadership Development Programs 3 activities
    • ACELerate Women Program
      Operates the ACELerate Women program, an initiative that inspires AAPI women towards goal-oriented leadership, provides a safe space for conversations and personal growth, and includes self-care and wellness activities, with plans for nationwide expansion.
    • ACELerate Women Program
      Operates a program specifically for AAPI women to inspire goal-oriented leadership, provide a safe space for personal growth, and include self-care and wellness activities. The organization plans to expand this program nationwide.
    • ACELerate Women Program
      Operates a program specifically for AAPI women to inspire goal-oriented leadership, provide a safe space for personal growth, and include self-care and wellness activities. The organization plans to expand this program nationwide.
  • AAPI Leadership & Professional Development 3 activities
    • Professional Development and Networking for AAPI Community
      Provides events and programs to support leadership and professional development within the AAPI community, including local networking, mentorship, and community service opportunities through its Phoenix and Tucson chapters.
    • Professional and Leadership Development for AAPI Community
      Provides events and programs focused on leadership and professional development for the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community, including networking, mentorship, and community service opportunities through chapters in Phoenix and Tucson.
    • Professional and Leadership Development for AAPI Community
      Provides events and programs focused on leadership and professional development for the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community, including networking, mentorship, and community service opportunities through chapters in Phoenix and Tucson.
  • Fair Chance Employment Support 2 activities
    • Business & Community Expo and Career Expo
      Organizes a Business & Community Expo to highlight inclusive employers, entrepreneurs, nonprofit partners, and resource providers, and hosts a National Diversity Career Expo featuring employers committed to equity and opportunity.
    • Business & Community Expo and National Diversity Career Expo
      Organizes a Business & Community Expo to highlight inclusive employers, entrepreneurs, nonprofit partners, and resource providers, and hosts a National Diversity Career Expo featuring employers committed to equity and opportunity.
  • Uncategorized 9 activities
    • ACELing In Leadership Conference
      Hosts the annual ACELing In Leadership Conference, a national leadership summit for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, featuring over 20 workshops and panels.
    • Annual ACELing In Leadership Conference
      Hosts a national leadership summit for AAPI professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, featuring over 20 workshops and panels led by C-suite executives, innovators, and civic leaders.
    • Annual ACELing In Leadership Conference
      Hosts a national leadership summit for AAPI professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, featuring over 20 workshops and panels led by executives and civic leaders, a Business & Community Expo, a National Diversity Career Expo, a Welcome Reception, and a Leadership Awards Gala.
    • Annual ACELing In Leadership Conference
      Hosts a national leadership summit for AAPI professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, featuring over 20 workshops and panels led by executives and civic leaders, a Business & Community Expo, a National Diversity Career Expo, a Welcome Reception, and a Leadership Awards Gala.
    • Collegiate Chapters
      Operates collegiate chapters at the University of Arizona's Eller College of Management and the Thunderbird School of Global Management.
    • Collegiate Chapters
      Operates collegiate chapters at the University of Arizona's Eller College of Management and the Thunderbird School of Global Management.
    • Collegiate Chapters
      Operates collegiate chapters at the University of Arizona's Eller College of Management and the Thunderbird School of Global Management to engage students in its mission.
    • Networking Receptions and Leadership Awards Gala
      Organizes a Welcome Reception to facilitate networking and connections across industries and hosts a Leadership Awards Gala to celebrate national changemakers shaping the future of AAPI communities.
    • Networking and Awards Events
      Organizes a Welcome Reception to facilitate networking and connections across industries and hosts a Leadership Awards Gala to celebrate national changemakers shaping the future of AAPI communities.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$153K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$123K80%
Investment income$30K20%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$66K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$359K
Cash$359K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$359K
Liquid reserves65.0 mo
1 years on record · 2021–2021
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 1
  • JASON C WONG — PRESIDENT
relationships · 3

who they work with

  • ACEL Network — ACELerate Women operates as a program within ACEL chapters.
  • Thunderbird School of Global Management Partner — Partners with the Thunderbird School of Global Management for a collegiate chapter.
  • University of Arizona Partner — Partners with the University of Arizona's Eller College of Management for a collegiate chapter.