Pan Pacific American Leaders and Mentors Organization (PPALM)

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Pan Pacific American Leaders and Mentors Organization (PPALM) Incorporated with the Commonwealth of Virginia (Corporate ID Number 06729251-9, 6/19/07) and approved by the U.S. IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization.

PPALM's social media and Internet postings about, or links to, other nonprofit organizations and/or their events do not necessarily constitute PPALM's endorsement of the relevant organizations and/or their events.

🌱 Someone planted a seed in you. Who are you planting one in?We’ve been thinking a lot about legacy lately. We often thi...
10/05/2026

🌱 Someone planted a seed in you. Who are you planting one in?

We’ve been thinking a lot about legacy lately. We often think of legacy as the things we leave behind—our accomplishments, titles, awards, or achievements.

But maybe legacy is something much simpler. Legacy is what we plant in other people. Someone took the time to mentor you. Someone opened a door, made an introduction, offered advice, or believed in you before you completely believed in yourself.

They planted a seed. And sometimes, they never get to see how much that seed grows. But you grow. You lead. And hopefully, you turn around and invest in someone else. That continuous cycle of mentorship and leadership is at the heart of this year’s 19th Annual PPALM Dinner: 🌱 THE LEGACY WE PLANT
Mentoring Today, Growing Leaders for Generations.

At a time when so much around us keeps changing, we need community. We need connection. We need mentors. And we need people willing to reach back and help the next person forward. Because leadership isn’t just about how far we go—it’s about who we bring with us.

Join us October 11 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott as we celebrate the people who planted before us and continue investing in those who will lead after us.

đź’š Register today at PPALM.org.

https://ppalm.org/event-6568408

And I’d love to hear from you: Who planted a seed in your life? Tag them below and let them know the impact they made. 🌱

Your career won’t always follow the plan. And that doesn’t mean you’re off course.On October 11, Pan Pacific American Le...
09/21/2026

Your career won’t always follow the plan. And that doesn’t mean you’re off course.

On October 11, Pan Pacific American Leaders and Mentors Organization (PPALM) and AAGEN - Asian American Government Executives Network are bringing our communities together for a Career Progression Seminar built around something we all need at different points in our professional lives: honest conversations, practical tools, and people willing to invest in our growth.

đź“Ť Crystal Gateway Marriott
📅 October 11 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

We’re talking about the REAL career journey—the highs, the lows, the pivots, the setbacks, the unexpected opportunities, and those moments when you find yourself asking, “Okay…what’s next?”

Our morning panel will bring together leaders from different backgrounds and career paths to talk candidly about navigating transition, identity, family, resilience, mental health, AI, career changes, entrepreneurship, and the lessons we sometimes only learn by getting it wrong first.

Then we'll get to work.

The afternoon will move into interactive, small-group sessions focused on:

▪️ Resume reviews & personal branding
▪️ Confidence and executive presence
▪️ Career progression & advancement
▪️ Interview preparation
▪️ Entrepreneurship & alternative career paths
▪️ Mentorship and an open Ask Me Anything session

This isn't about spending six hours being talked at.

Bring your resume. Bring your questions. Bring the career challenge you've been trying to figure out. And bring your willingness to have a real conversation about where you want to go next.

At the heart of both PPALM and AAGEN is something I believe deeply in: we grow when people are willing to invest in people.

Someone shares an experience.
Someone makes an introduction.
Someone gives you honest feedback.
Someone sees an opportunity you haven't seen yet.

That is mentorship in action—and sometimes one conversation can change the direction of a career.

Whether you're transitioning from the military, considering a career change, working toward your next promotion, building a business, or simply wondering what your next chapter could look like, there is a seat at the table for you.

Come learn. Come connect. Come ready to grow.

PPALM x AAGEN Career Progression Seminar
October 11 | 10 AM–4 PM
Crystal Gateway Marriott

We’ll see you there.

Register at: https://ppalm.org/event-6720102

This past weekend marked the annual Bataan Memorial Death March—a powerful tribute to the brave service members who endu...
03/23/2026

This past weekend marked the annual Bataan Memorial Death March—a powerful tribute to the brave service members who endured the historic Bataan Death March during World War II.

In April 1942, following the fall of Bataan in the Philippines, tens of thousands of American and Filipino soldiers were forced to march over 60 miles under brutal conditions—facing starvation, exhaustion, and unimaginable hardship. Many did not survive.

Today, this march—held each year in White Sands Missile Range—serves as a living memorial. A way to remember their sacrifice, honor their resilience, and ensure their stories are never forgotten.

Members of the PPALM Board proudly participate in this event each year—not just to walk the miles, but to carry forward the legacy of those who came before us.
We march to remember.
We march to honor.
We march so that we never forget.

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