Francis Allen-Palenske

The first Asian-American woman elected to the Nevada Assembly, she currently serves on the Las Vegas City Council representing Ward 4.

Duy Nguyen

A Vietnamese-American politician serving in the Nevada Assembly since 2022, representing parts of Las Vegas. 

Erica Mosca

The first Filipina legislator in Nevada, she has been serving in the Nevada Assembly since 2022.

Saipin Chutima

Chef and co-owner of Lotus of Siam, a renowned Thai restaurant in Las Vegas. She won the James Beard Award for Best Chef Southwest in 2011.

Malcolm Wood

Co-founder of Maximal Concepts, Malcolm Wood is the visionary behind Mott 32, a luxury Chinese restaurant brand that redefined fine dining. 

Peggy Cherng

Born in Myanmar and raised in Hong Kong, Peggy Cherng co-founded Panda Express in 1983. Under her leadership, the brand has grown into a nationwide staple

Armando Tam

A Chinese-Nicaraguan entrepreneur, Armando Tam founded Comidazo Kitchen in East Las Vegas. His fusion of Latin and Asian flavors offers a unique culinary experience, showcasing the multicultural fabric of the city. 

Alain Nu

A mentalist and magician known as "The Man Who Knows," he has headlined shows in Las Vegas and gained recognition for his performances.

Lani Misalucha

The first Asian artist to headline a main showroom on the Las Vegas Strip. Known for her powerhouse vocals and crossover appeal, Lani became a staple in the Vegas music scene and earned the title of “Best Singer”.

Anetra

Runner-up on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 and a Las Vegas native. With Filipino, Japanese, and Puerto Rican heritage, Anetra became an international LGBTQ+ icon and brought fierce Asian American visibility to mainstream drag culture.

Steve Aoki

Steve Aoki, a Japanese-American DJ and producer, is renowned for his electrifying performances and has been a staple in Las Vegas's nightlife scene. His contributions to the music industry were recognized when he was inducted into the Asian Hall of Fame.

Hae Un Lee

Founder of Lee's Discount Liquor, he built the largest alcohol retailer in Nevada and was a prominent philanthropist in Las Vegas.

Lisa Song Sutton

Lisa Song Sutton is a Las Vegas-based entrepreneur, real estate investor, and venture capitalist. She co-founded several companies, including Sin City Cupcakes, Ship Las Vegas, and Elite Homes – Christie's International Real Estate. As a former Miss Nevada, she leverages her platform to advocate for women in business and veterans' initiatives. 

Evan Louie

Evan Louie is a prominent business owner and community leader in Las Vegas. He serves as the Commissioner on the Nevada Commission on Minority Affairs and is the owner of several businesses under the Asian Pacific Joint Venture LLC.

Christine Lu

A Chinese-American entrepreneur, Christine has been instrumental in launching boutique hospitality brands and multicultural nightlife events in Las Vegas. She’s also an advocate for Asian representation in luxury tourism and events.

Vida Chan Lin 

Founder and president of the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC), she has been instrumental in supporting and empowering the AAPI community in Las Vegas.

Joyce Tse

Joyce Tse, president of NAAAP Las Vegas, brings 20+ years of marketing experience (Zappos, IBM, Deloitte) to her role, leading mentorship, leadership, and cultural identity initiatives through professional development and community programs.

Eric Jeng

Eric Jeng heads One APIA Nevada, a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to building civic power among Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Nevada. The organization focuses on advocacy in areas such as healthcare access, education, and pathways to citizenship.

Anna Ladao

Anna Ladao serves as the treasurer for the Nevada chapter of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA). She is actively involved in community events and initiatives that promote Filipino American heritage and civic participation.