KAPS News, July 28th

Welcome to the July 28th, 2009 edition of the KAPS Newsletter.

In this issue:
*August Kappy Hour
*South Bay Kappy Hour Recap
*KAPS Guide to B-School!
*1st Annual Asian American MBA Leadership Conference
*BAKAs Wine Tasting Event - Save The Date!

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AUGUST KAPPY HOUR

It's that time of month again... August Kappy Hour! Come join us at Yoshi's San Francisco on Thursday, August 6th at 7:30.

Each of our Kappy Hours offer a great opportunity to network with fellow Korean-American professionals, meet up with old friends, and learn about what's going on in KAPS.

Where: Yoshi's San Francisco (1330 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115-4113)
When: Thursday, August 6th at 7:30 pm

Interested in seeing pictures from past Kappy Hours? Please visit http://kaps.org/index.php?q=gallery&g2_itemId=4987

Want to become a member and pick up your t-shirt at Kappy Hour? Join or renew online at http://www.kaps.org/membership09

We have some very exciting upcoming events, so make sure you don't miss out!

SOUTH BAY KAPPY HOUR RECAP

We hope everyone enjoyed our long over due South Bay Kappy Hour. We had a great turnout with lots of fresh and familiar faces. We will definitely be doing more events in the South Bay so please look out for our future South Bay events.

Missed out in the fun? Check out the photos from the Kappy Hour: http://www.kaps.org/index.php?q=gallery&g2_itemId=6542

KAPS GUIDE TO B-SCHOOL!

KAPS is excited to announce for all KAPS members interested in pusuing an MBA degree either in the near or far future.
Learn from the experts...those that got in and those that successfully graduated!

Schools being represented are from the best in the country: Darden, Chicago, Kellogg, Haas.

This event is for YOU so please come with lots of questions:

How do I get in?
What should I focus on when I get in?
How can I deal with large expense of B school?
How to leverage an MBA to succeed at the next level?

Panel to be held mid-August...Details coming soon!

Please send any questions to min@kaps.org

1ST ANNUAL ASIAN AMERICAN MBA LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Early Bird Registration Discount until July 31, 2009

The first ever Asian MBA (AMBA) leadership Conference & Career Expo, which is being held on September 10-12, 2009 at the Jacob Javtis Center in New York City, is a ground breaking event with a mission to connect and empower top Asian American MBAs and professionals.

For years, the corporate sector has recognized the growing talent base of Asian American leaders, but has lacked unity and cohesion in bringing the community together-until now. AMBA is proud to host this inaugural event and bring you a program that addresses critical issues on Asian leadership. Following the enormous successes of The National Black MBA Association and National Society of Hispanic MBAs conferences, we are confident our efforts will galvanize and inspire present and emerging Asian leaders to Rise to New Heights.

Attendee registration for AMBA is now open. There is an early bird discount for registration before July 31st, 2009. Early booking is advised as space is limited and filling up quickly!

Asian MBA Leadership Conference and Career Expo Highlights:
Connect with thousands of present and emerging Asian American leaders, MBAs, top executives, industry experts, recruiters and prominent community figures
Tap into your leadership potential and join the dialogue with other business leaders
Engage in powerful professional leadership seminars, expert panel discussions and networking sessions
Meet with recruiters from top corporations, government agencies and not-for profit organizations
Find international job opportunities at our “Jobs in Asia Pavilion”
Receive critical interview and resume writing tips from our Career Clinic and Coaching Center
Attend the prestigious AMBA Leadership Awards Dinner for Corporate and Executive Excellence

Take part in the AMBA Global Executive Track (invitation only) and experience unparalleled networking opportunities with senior leaders from the USA and Asia

Tee-off in the AMBA Scholarship Golf Outing in partnership with The Barclays PGA Tour

Headquarter Hotel - Marriott Marquis Time Square
Asian MBA Leadership Conference & Career Expo (AMBA) has negotiated some of the lowest rates at the prestigious Marriott Marquis Time Square, New York. Located in the heart of Times Square and the Broadway theater district, this midtown Manhattan hotel is the headquarter hotel for AMBA. The special room rate is per night and based on availability. Room rates are $259; this is well below rack rate (regular hotel rate is $589)!

AMBA will host its Friday night Gala Awards dinner at the Marriott Marquis Time Square and will provide FREE shuttle buses to and from the Jacob Javits Convention Centre from this hotel.

A block of rooms have been reserved at the Marriott Marquis Time Square, New York from September 10-12, 2009. Early booking is strongly recommended to ensure this rate.

For more information go to www.AsianMBA.org

BAKAS WINE TASTING EVENT - SAVE THE DATE

KAPS is proud to announce the 6th annual BAKAs wine tasting, hosted in conjunction with Korean American Bar Association (KABA), Korea Information Technology Network (KIN), Korean American Chamber of Commerce of San Francisco (KACC) and Korean American Society of Entrepreneurs (KASE).

When: Friday, September 18th at 6:30 pm
Where: Golden Gate Room, Fort Mason, San Francisco
Admission: $10 for public, FREE for KAPS members

Last year's BAKAs Wine Tasting event was a great success with over 400 people and 15 organizations in attendance. We anticipate a turnout of 500 or more this year with even more Korean-American and Asian-American organizations involved. This is a great event to come meet, network with, and learn about various professional and civic Korean American and Asian American organizations.

To view pictures from last year's BAKAs wine tasting, please visit http://www.kaps.org/index.php?q=gallery&g2_itemId=2032

If you have questions, are interested in volunteering, or know anybody who might want to sponsor or donate to this event, please contact KAPS Vice-President Andrew Ko at andrew@kaps.org

This is going to be the best BAKAs event yet, so make sure you save the date now!

INTERESTED IN GETTING MORE INVOLVED IN KAPS?

KAPS is always on the lookout for people interested in getting the most out of their KAPS experience. We are looking for volunteers to plan social events, coordinate community service events, serve as guest speakers, monitor the website, and improve the overall KAPS member experience. We are also looking for contributors to our newsletters and website, in the form of job postings, professional advice, and relevant news.

If you are interested in becoming an officer, contributing to newsletters, or assisting with an event, please contact andrew@kaps.org.

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The Korean American Professional Society (KAPS) is a nonprofit organization that is devoted to the professional and social development of Korean Americans in the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide a forum for networking, community service, and political involvement.

To learn more about KAPS, our members, and our events, or to join the KAPS community, please visit our website at www.kaps.org