The article explores the disparity between South Asian and East Asian CEOs in Corporate America, highlighting that South Asians are more likely to attain leadership positions due to cultural differences in assertiveness. It discus...
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In this episode of Hyphen Nation, Dave interviews Faye Iosotaluno, former CEO of Tinder, discussing her unique career journey as an Asian American woman in tech. Faye shares her experiences growing up in a multicultural environmen...
Jane Wu, a visionary director and martial arts enthusiast, is a key figure behind the Emmy Award-winning animated series Blue Eye Samurai. With a rich background in blockbuster films and television, she has choreographed iconic ac...
Dave Lu discusses his investment journey in Gamma and the critical role of networking and community in supporting Asian American founders in the venture capital space.
6Manny Maceda
2025-11-10 • leadership mentorship diversity macedo bain & company
In this episode, Dave Lu interviews Manny Maceda, the first Asian and Filipino American Worldwide Managing Partner and CEO of Bain & Company. Manny shares his journey from being a young immigrant in the U.S. to leading a global fi...
Domee Shi reflects on her inspiring journey as a filmmaker at Pixar, emphasizing the importance of personal experiences and emotional authenticity in storytelling.
5.9Vicky Tsai
2025-12-02 • identity entrepreneurship skincare resilience asian american
In this episode of Hyphen Nation, host Dave Lu interviews Vicky Tsai, founder and CEO of Tatcha Beauty, who shares her journey of resilience and success. Vicky recounts her experiences with racism and sexism growing up in Texas an...
Thai Lee, a self-made billionaire and CEO of SHI International, emphasizes resilience and education while making significant philanthropic contributions through her foundation.
Caroline Tsay reveals how to secure a corporate board seat by building visibility and understanding board dynamics, especially for underrepresented candidates.
The blog post discusses the recent achievements of Asian Americans in various fields, highlighting Jensen Huang's leadership at NVIDIA, the popularity of KPop Demon Hunters, and the success of Asian athletes like Shohei Ohtani and...
In this podcast episode, Professor Jeffrey Pfeffer from Stanford Graduate School of Business discusses the myths surrounding success in business, particularly the misconception that hard work alone leads to success. He emphasizes ...
The post encourages individuals, especially children of immigrants, to question societal pressures and pursue personal fulfillment rather than conforming to traditional success metrics.
5.4Lisa Chang
2025-10-28 • career networking diversity human resources
In this episode, Dave Lu interviews Lisa Chang, the Global Chief People Officer of The Coca-Cola Company, discussing her journey as the daughter of Taiwanese immigrants and her evolving Asian identity. They explore her extensive e...
The text discusses the personal journey of Jane Chen, who, despite her impressive achievements, struggles with the trauma of her abusive childhood. It highlights the societal pressures that equate self-worth with external success ...
The article critiques the Taiwanese concept of CP值 (cost performance ratio), which evaluates the worth of experiences based on their financial returns. The author argues that this mindset can lead to a scarcity mentality, causing ...
5.3David Liu
2025-09-09 • business innovation entrepreneurship storytelling mark liu
David Liu shares his unpredictable journey from a minority student in 1970s New York to a successful entrepreneur, co-founding The Knot and navigating the dot.com bubble. He discusses the impact of film school on his entrepreneuri...
Albert Cheng is a prominent figure in Hollywood, currently leading Prime Video US for Amazon. He has been instrumental in producing acclaimed shows like Fallout and Rings of Power. Cheng's career began at Disney/ABC, where he spen...
Mike and Albert Lee founded MyFitnessPal, transforming it from a personal project into a $475 million company through innovation and user-focused growth.
4.8A Legacy of Speaking Up
2025-10-06 • business leadership family education
The author, Dave Lu, reflects on his childhood experiences with his father, emphasizing lessons of leadership and agency. He recounts pivotal moments, including his aspirations for business school, his career journey through compa...
Growth requires embracing discomfort and taking risks, as overcoming fear leads to greater opportunities and personal success.
Ju Rhyu, founder and CEO of Hero Cosmetics, shares her journey from Korea to America, detailing her experiences that led to the creation of the successful Mighty Patch acne treatment. She discusses her multicultural upbringing, le...
Mike Lee, co-founder and former CEO of MyFitnessPal, shares his unconventional journey from a potential medical career to building a leading nutrition and fitness tracking app. He discusses his experiences in Silicon Valley, the c...
The author reflects on the journey of self-discovery after leaving a corporate job to start a company. He discusses the pressures of societal expectations and the importance of self-worth beyond job titles. The narrative emphasize...
The blog post discusses the challenges faced by Asian Americans in leadership roles, highlighting the experiences of Vicky Tsai, CEO of TATCHA, who faced systemic bias and was often told she lacked leadership potential despite her...