Manager Leadership Program
A comprehensive program designed for first-time managers ready to take the next step toward senior leadership.
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2025 Program FULL (No Waitlist)
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Timeline
Oct 2025 – Mar 2026
6-Month Program -
Format
6 In-Person Sessions
Each led by a different mentor -
Group Size
6–8 Participants
Small cohort -
Program Fee
$799 Per Person
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What You Will Experience
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Peer Connections
Build lasting relationships in a small, committed cohort of Asian women across industries.
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Rotating Mentors
Meet a new mentor each month for hard-won insights and practical leadership strategies.
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Interactive Sessions
Join candid, judgment-free discussions to share challenges, swap strategies, and gain fresh perspectives.
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Career Insights
Leave each session with tools, frameworks, and next steps you can use at work right away.
Program Outline
9/27/2025
Kick-off Party
Orientation | Cohort Mixer
Mingle with all mentees and mentors to get to know each other. Share your thoughts and expectations of this program because we want to make sure it works for you!
10/19/2025
Build and Lead a Team
Mentor - Yikun Zhao
A focused session helping first-time managers shift from an individual contributor mindset to thinking strategically about team impact. Participants will learn how to find and retain talents, delegate effectively, empower others, and make decisions that drive collective success.
11/16/2025
Personal Branding
Mentor - Lucy Ni
A practical session designed to help first-time Asian women managers navigate the art of feedback with confidence and empathy. Participants will learn how to deliver constructive feedback effectively, receive input gracefully, and foster a culture of trust and continuous growth within their teams.
12/14/2025
Mentorship & Sponsorship
Mentor - Jamie Lee
For managers, advancing your career requires more than delivering results - it requires strategic thinking. This session will highlight how managing up with a strategic lens helps you align with organizational priorities, anticipate needs, and demonstrate leadership beyond your role. Learn how to strengthen your influence and position yourself for the next stage of your career.
1/18/2026
Strategic Thinking
Mentor - Hue Chiang
Managing up is only part of building the support system you need to thrive -mentors and sponsors play a crucial role in advancing your career. This session will explore how to cultivate these relationships, align your goals with the right advocates, and leverage their guidance and support to move forward faster. Learn how a strong network of champions can amplify your impact and open new opportunities.
2/22/2026
Provide & Receive Feedback
Mentor - Allison Pan
Effective managers know that giving and receiving feedback is key to building strong teams and advancing their own careers. This session will explore how to manage up and down by fostering open communication, using feedback to align with leaders, and modeling a growth mindset. Learn how mastering feedback can strengthen trust, elevate team performance, and showcase your leadership potential.
3/22/2026
Executive Presence
Mentor - Claire Fang
A practical session designed to help first-time Asian women managers define and showcase their unique leadership value. Participants will learn strategies to build visibility, communicate their strengths confidently, and create a professional presence that inspires trust and opens doors for growth.
3/28/2026
Celebration Party
Celebration & Reflection
Gather together to celebrate what we have achieved together over the six months and how we can together help more Asian women to grow their career!
Meet Our Mentors
Yikun Zhao
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Yikun Zhao, VP of Growth and Marketing at Flyhomes, has extensive experience scaling teams and driving business impact while advancing her own career from individual contributor to senior leadership. Having navigated the transition from IC to manager herself, she deeply understands the mindset shifts, delegation strategies, and leadership skills required to succeed. Yikun’s practical guidance and mentorship make her an excellent resource for first-time managers looking to accelerate their transition and grow their careers further.
Kexin Xu
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Kexin Xu, Founder of RISE2GETHER and former Product Manager at Dropbox, is passionate about empowering Asian women to step confidently into leadership roles. Having personally navigated the transition from individual contributor to manager, she understands the mindset shifts, delegation strategies, and challenges first-time managers face. Kexin’s experience building impactful initiatives and mentoring emerging leaders makes her an invaluable guide for professionals seeking to accelerate their management transition and grow their careers.
Claire Fang
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Claire Fang, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Fullstory, brings over two decades of leadership experience at Microsoft, Facebook, McKinsey, Qualtrics, and SeekOut, with a strong track record of driving innovation in enterprise software and building high-performing product and engineering teams. As founder of the Seattle Chapter of Women in Product, she champions mentorship, sponsorship, and community building. Claire’s commitment to empowering others makes her an inspiring leader and trusted guide for professionals seeking to break barriers and rise together.
Hue Chaing
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Hue Chiang, Senior Director at DaVita, brings extensive experience leading teams and driving organizational impact in the healthcare industry. Having successfully transitioned from individual contributor to people leader, she understands the mindset shifts, delegation strategies, and leadership skills required for first-time managers. Hue’s practical guidance and mentorship make her an excellent resource for professionals aiming to navigate their management transition confidently and accelerate their career growth.
Jamie Lee
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Jamie Lee, Commercial Lead at Procter & Gamble, brings extensive experience leading cross-functional teams and driving business results in a fast-paced corporate environment. Having successfully transitioned from individual contributor to people manager, she understands the mindset shifts, delegation strategies, and leadership skills required for first-time managers. Jamie’s practical guidance and mentorship make her an excellent resource for professionals looking to navigate their management transition smoothly and accelerate their career growth.
Lucy Ni
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Lucy Ni, Managing Director at Baker Tilly, brings extensive experience leading high-performing teams and delivering strategic impact in professional services. Having successfully transitioned from individual contributor to manager, she understands the challenges, mindset shifts, and leadership skills required for first-time managers. Lucy’s practical guidance and mentorship make her an excellent resource for professionals seeking to navigate their management transition confidently and accelerate their career growth.
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