Building the future of Asian American leadership.

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Why Lunar Accel?

2%

of CEOs are Asian American despite being 9% of the corporate professional workforce in the US (Bain & Co.)

0.7%

of capital in the asset management industry is managed by Asian Americans despite their porfolio performance meeting or exceeding industry benchmarks (AAAIM)

17%

of Asian American professionals say they have strong networks, the least out of any demographic group (Coqual)

Our Impact

After the accelerator, I felt more comfortable expressing my identity in the workplace, more inspired, [and] clearer on my long-term goals.
Jiaqi, W’22 Fellow

I made so many connections, and already scheduled a follow-up call with a speaker. Lunar Accel was like a weekly dose of inspiration.
Esther, W’22 Fellow

I absolutely LOVED my mentor - he really went above and beyond to extend our relationship beyond the program, and give really valuable, hands-on advice.
Erin, W’22 Fellow

Our Programs

Flagship Career Accelerator

Join Lunar Accel’s 5-6 week Flagship Career Accelerator for ambitious, high-potential young East/Southeast Asian American professionals in New York City, featuring keynote speakers, mentorship programming, executive coaching workshops, and more!

Check out our most recent Accelerator!

Keynote Speakers

Hear from Asian American business leaders who have changed their industry. Learn how they did it, what they wish they had known earlier, and how you can find your own path to success.

Coaching

Hone key leadership skills through professional coaching focused on culturally relevant issues based on academic research, such as developing an executive presence.

Mentorship

Fellows are matched to a mentor who provide personalized advice across personal and professional topics: navigating career pivots, moving to a new city, getting promoted, finding purpose and fulfillment

Community

Join a lifelong community of like-minded, ambitious peers and mentors — friends, coworkers, and future co-founders. Alumni get access to Lunar Accel events we host in the future!

Past Speakers

Sarah Miyazawa LaFleur - M.M.LaFleur
Sean Ro - Lunar Seltzer
Sandro Roco - Sanzo
Amelia Ning Kang - MaLa Project
Patrick Lee - Rotten Tomatoes
Chieh Huang - Boxed
Benjamin Trinh - Poparazzi
Denise Peck - Cisco Former VP

Year-Round Events

Our events range from roundtables with prominent Asian founders and executives, happy hours to foster connections and share knowledge, to community building activities around the city.