Leadership

2010 – Co-founded the Asian American Association of Boston, serving as Vice Chairman and official spokesperson. Served as the first Executive President and overall leader of the Asian-American Art Troupe. Chief editor of Asian-American Times and the Asian-American Yearbook. Praised as the “Father of the Asian-American Association.” Led both the Asian-American Art Troupe and the Asian-American Cantonese Cultural Delegation on two visits to Guangdong, jointly staging six performances with local partners for cultural exchange, achieving strong results.

2019–2020 – Alongside educator Dr. Yanping Li and music scholar Dr. Jie Yang, initiated and connected with nearly 100 renowned Chinese and Western musicians and cultural figures to establish the Greater Bay Area Philharmonic Alliance, which was successfully registered in Macau as a non-profit organization.

2020 – Assisted world-renowned seismologist Gu Jicheng in founding the Gu Seismological Forecasting Institute, serving as one of the co-founders and its Financial Supervisor.

Spring 2018 – Climbed Mount Juci in Zhengzhou, Henan, to pay tribute at the Xuanzhen Temple on behalf of the Asian-American Association, honoring the cultural ancestor of the Chinese people, later also paying respects at the Emperor’s Mausoleum.

2015 – Received the U.S. President’s Volunteer Service Award (under President Barack Obama).

2014 – Together with Dr. Tianqi Wang, President of the Asian Art Academy, traveled from Xi’an to Zhengding County, Gansu, to research the culture of the Three Sovereigns. Personally composed a sacrificial text, prepared offerings, and—on behalf of the Asian-American Association and in cooperation with local organizations—held a solemn ceremony to pay homage at the Emperor’s Tomb.

1980 – Founded the Boston edition of Sing Tao Daily, producing countless news reports and publishing hundreds of articles and commentaries, serving the community through journalism for 41 years. In 2016, received the U.S. Presidential Volunteer Service Award, becoming the first community member to receive this honor. During this time, established the first community website, which was also the very first website of Sing Tao Daily worldwide. Through this platform, collaborated with friends to promote the digitization of the Chinese language in the community for the first time.

1992 – Founded the Performing Arts Salon, raising funds for about 30 musicians, providing rehearsal space, organizing performances, and dedicating two decades of effort.

Early 1990s – Co-founded the Chinese Calligraphy Association.

1975 – Co-founded the Chinese Martial Arts Research Institute, overseeing administration and publishing. Edited and published martial arts works such as Comprehensive Tai Chi and Fundamentals of Martial Arts Training by his wife, Baochan Mai, and produced 20 accompanying instructional DVD sets. Promoted martial arts culture, participated in pioneering the creation of martial arts theater, and led a martial arts troupe to attend the first International Tai Chi/ Sword Competition in Wuhan (1984) and the International Martial Arts Expo in Shanghai (2000), introducing martial arts theater for the first time. Since 1985, martial arts became an accredited course in the Department of Physical Education at Boston University, where Baochan Mai taught for 17 years until her retirement.

Lee Song is Executive Director of the Asian American Association of Boston (AAAB). He has long been engaged in nonprofit operations, public program planning, and cross-sector organizational development. Since 2016, he has founded and led several education- and public service–oriented organizations. In 2016, he established Gallop Global Inc., focusing on international education exchange, educational travel, and local tourism, and advancing U.S.–Asia learning programs, cross-cultural education initiatives, and destination travel services. In 2019, he founded Gallop Education Inc., an education consulting and academic planning firm that helps families pursue long-term educational development and access public education resources. In 2020, he launched Mr. Song Inc. to explore community-based, compliant, and sustainable models for regional supply-chain and consumer services. During this period, he partnered with colleges and universities across Greater Boston on education programs and experiential learning, and built practical experience in organizational governance, risk management, and cross-departmental coordination across diverse regulatory and cultural settings. He began working with AAAB in 2018 and served as director of the 8th Asian American Festival, leading the planning and execution of a major public cultural event that drew more than 10,000 community participants and received recognition from municipal partners and local media. He later assumed higher-level operational and governance responsibilities within the organization, overseeing compliance, financial management, public programs, and collaboration with city and state agencies. Lee Song graduated from Boston College with a major in business, with academic training focused on strategic leadership, organizational management, and professional communication. To further strengthen his management and organizational leadership capabilities, he completed a continuing education program at Peking University’s Guanghua School of Management, where he studied corporate strategy, organizational governance, and management practice, and has applied these insights to his work in education consulting, nonprofit operations, and cross-cultural program development. He is currently studying at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, concentrating in International Education Policy and Management. As Executive Director, he is responsible for AAAB’s day-to-day operations, organizational governance, program delivery, and external partnerships. He is committed to building AAAB into a transparent, inclusive, and trusted community institution that continues to serve the Asian American community of Greater Boston. President's Volunteer Service Award (Gold): 2019, 2023, 2024

As Founder and CEO of NT Development, Nicholas leads a team responsible for Real Estate Developing throughout The Greater Boston Area.

Nicholas is a licensed construction supervisor(CSL), and home improvement contractor(HIC). He has over 10 years of experience in the construction industry. Nicholas has led his team to over a hundred projects involving multiple types of properties, such as single-family, multifamily, condominium, modular home, commercial office building, restaurant, etc. Nicholas's unique stylistic approach created opportunities to work for the cities biggest institutions. No slowing down in sight, Nicholas is still taking NT Development to new heights.

Board Member and Secretary General of the Asian American Association of Boston. In his youth, he studied traditional Chinese painting and art appreciation under Fu Xiaoshi and Wu Weishan, and martial arts and archery under martial arts masters Wang Qi and Daoist Master Zhong Yunlong. He is a professional auctioneer and a marketing research analyst.

In 2008, while still a student, he conducted interviews with General Xiang Shouzhi, former Commander of the Nanjing Military Region and founding general of the People’s Republic of China, and General Peng Bo, former Political Commissar of the August First Film Studio, receiving calligraphy works as gifts. That same year, he interviewed Zhang Yuhua, former Party Secretary of Hubei Province and founding Major General, whose deeds and encouragement inspired his commitment to community service.

In 2014, he was awarded the Major General Aleksandr Aleksandrov Medal for Artistic Contribution during cultural activities.

In 2015, he co-authored the Ministry of Education’s Family Education textbook series in China, serving as an editor on the editorial board, and became the first author to incorporate popular culture into a national-level textbook.

He began volunteering at the Boston Asian American Festival in 2016.

In August 2021, he became Director of the AAAB Lifestyle Salon and joined the editorial team of Asian American Times. On November 20 of the same year, he helped organize the 11th Asian American Festival Charity Auction Gala.

In 2022, he served as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the inaugural Asian American Yearbook and hosted an exclusive interview with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu.

In 2024, he received the U.S. President’s Lifetime Volunteer Service Award from President Biden for his dedication to community service.

Tammy Tsikar holds a Master’s degree in Accounting from the Carroll School of Management at Boston College and an MBA from Simmons University. She is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, Tibetan, and English, and has intermediate proficiency in Japanese. Passionate about preserving Tibetan culture and language, she is actively engaged in cultural and community initiatives that promote heritage, education, and cross-cultural understanding.

Kailey serves as Deputy Secretary-General of the Asian American Association of Boston, where she helps guide the organization’s strategic direction and supports programs that celebrate Asian culture, strengthen community relationships, and promote inclusion across Greater Boston.

In her leadership role, Kailey contributes to a wide range of AAAB initiatives. She serves on the Gala Committee, supports community outreach, and plays an active part in grant and sponsorship writing to help expand the organization’s resources and partnerships. Kailey also assists in managing AAAB’s social media presence and website operations, contributing to stronger communications and broader community engagement.

Professionally, Kailey works as a Medical Records and Call Center Manager at South Cove Community Health Center. Her experience in healthcare administration, combined with her commitment to equitable access and patient-centered care, reflects her dedication to serving Boston’s diverse communities.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Kailey has a longstanding history of community involvement and volunteer service. Her work across various local organizations demonstrates her passion for giving back and supporting underserved communities.

Founder of Boston Imperial Auction Company, licensed auctioneer in Massachusetts, and President of the North American Chinese Collectors Association. In 1996, founded the Oriental Food Promotion Company, becoming the first to introduce boxed sushi to major supermarkets and campuses across Massachusetts. Also operated restaurants, banquet halls, and senior wellness activity centers.

In 2018, responsible for the lecture on “Opportunities and Risks in the Collectibles Field” at the New Immigrant Wealth Forum held at Harvard University. Has repeatedly invited renowned Chinese experts to hold public appreciation and study lectures on antique porcelain and jade at Harvard University. In 2015, participated in the fifth Asian-American Festival’s public antique art appraisal. Has organized multiple charity auctions and fundraising sales. In 2016, managed food stalls during the sixth Asian-American Festival held at Boston Common and joined the festival’s board of directors.

Lorraine Tse, a distinguished graduate of the University of Surrey (UK) with a degree in Hospitality Management, is the CEO of Sunshine Travel and SunNrich Property Management. With over three decades of expertise in the travel and transportation industry, she is widely recognized as a leading figure in business operations, strategic planning, partnership development, asset management, and risk management—playing a pivotal role in advancing the local tourism and related sectors.

Beyond her business achievements, Ms. Tse is deeply committed to philanthropy and community service:

• 2008 – Awarded the Community Service Award • 2009 – Received the Partnership Award • 2013 – Donated to build the Sunshine Primary School in Yulong County, Yunnan, China • 2015–2017 – Supported seniors at South Cove Manor in Quincy with ongoing financial and material aid • 2019 – Led Sunshine Travel to receive the Outstanding Contribution Award from the Massachusetts House of Representatives, and received a congratulatory letter from District Attorney Michael Morrissey for her contributions to the community and local commerce • 2019–2022 (COVID-19 pandemic) – Partnered with QARI and other community organizations to deliver essential supplies to vulnerable families and provide support to frontline workers

From 2008 to 2024, Ms. Tse has served as a major sponsor and board member of QARI, actively engaging in its governance and operations. Through her companies, she continues to provide essential services such as international travel, visa assistance, and bus programs—living out her mission of “serving the community with dedication and heart.”

CEO of Blue Ocean Realty, a real estate network in Boston.

Arrived in Boston in 2008 to study MPA master degree at Northeastern University.

Entered the Boston real estate industry in 2009. Founded Boston Real Estate Network in 2011. Now it is the bilingual team with the number one sales in the Boston real estate industry for consecutive years, with annual sales of more than 200 million US dollars.

Blue Ocean Realty operates real estate sales, leasing, entrusted management and other services. The company has two major working teams in China and the United States to connect with landlords and tenants respectively, combining the rigorous and standardized style of the West with the flexible and efficient rhythm of the East to provide the best quality real estate management services for domestic and foreign customers. Real estate is the key to the distribution of a family's wealth. With more than ten years of experience, Boston Real Estate Network escorts customers' property. Based on the principle of honesty and trustworthiness, accurate real estate analysis, and perfect after-sales service, Ms. Rose has won the trust and recognition of thousands of families over the years, and has become the number one among the Chinese-speaking teams in the Boston real estate industry.

Doctor · Social Activist · International Ballroom Dance Instructor Executive Coordinator & Artistic Director · CEO, Dance Connection Club

Julie Wang (Zhongli Wang), is a doctor with a strong medical background combined with profound artistic expertise. With over 20 years of experience in International Ballroom dance and Latin dance, she is an active social leader in the Greater Boston area, serving as an international ballroom dance instructor and executive director of large-scale cultural and artistic events.

She is deeply committed to the promotion of dance arts, cross-cultural exchange, and community service, and actively builds collaborative platforms between community organizations and government institutions. Dr. Wang is widely recognized as an influential cultural advocate in New England, and has been honored with the President’s Volunteer Service Award for multiple consecutive years.

Core Competencies & Leadership Experience • Medical professional with strong artistic vision and executive leadership • Over 20 years of experience in International Standard Ballroom & Latin Dance • Expertise in large-scale event planning, promotion, and full-stage production management • Boston Dance Gala — Founder, Executive Director & Executive Coordinator (Received government citations from years 2020 to 2025) • Asian American Day (AAD) — Program Director & Protocol / Ceremony Coordinator • Lead Planner for major cultural and community events of the Guangzhou Association of Boston • Extensive experience in cross-cultural collaboration and community resource integration • Proven leadership in community organizations and nonprofit cultural initiatives • Strong public influence and media engagement • Recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award (Multiple Years)

David Li graduated from Huazhong University of Science and Technology. He has worked as a reporter for several Chinese and English media outlets, including Sing Tao Daily, Boston Chinese News,and the bilingual website bostonese.com. Mr. Li has made significant contributions to promoting bilingual media and fostering better understanding between Chinese and English-speaking audiences in the region. Mr. Li also serves as a boardard member for AAAB and Chinese History Society of New England.

Board Member of the Asian American Association of Boston, an internal medicine physician, and currently the Medical Director at the Chinese Golden Age Center and at the Chinese Progressive Association of Greater Boston, where he also serves as a Board Member. He graduated from Guangzhou Medical University, completed his Internal Medicine residency at the affiliated hospital of Cornell University Medical College in New York from 1991 to 1994, and has operated private practices in Boston and Quincy since 1994. He has also served as a Clinical Instructor at Harvard Medical School and Boston University School of Medicine. In 2011, he was elected as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He has held board or chair positions in numerous professional and community organizations. He has been involved with the Asian American Association of Boston since its very first events, joining the Board during the second Asian American Festival. In 2024, he received the U.S. President’s Lifetime Volunteer Service Award from President Biden for his years of dedicated community service.

Founder of the Boston World Qipao Association, Chairman of the New England Zhide Sande Guild, Board Director of the Boston Chinatown Chamber of Commerce, and Chairman of the East Coast Committee for the Overseas Edition of I Want to Perform on Spring Festival Gala. Senior Traditional Chinese Medicine rehabilitation therapist.

In 2006, founded Boston Shengxiong Zhuang Antique & Chinese Medicine Shop, operating it for sixteen years. In 2013, established Boston AJK Entertainment Production Company. In 2015, specially founded the World Qipao Association to promote traditional Chinese culture abroad, gaining widespread attention. Among various non-profit organizations, consistently fulfills responsibilities with dedication and is recognized as a capable and compassionate leader.

At the fifth Asian-American Festival held at the Marriott Hotel in Woburn, led 160 members in performances, wearing qipaos, volunteering, and providing critical support to the event. In November 2021, participated in planning the eleventh Asian-American Festival charity auction dinner and successfully solicited a large number of auction items.

Lee Song is Executive Director of the Asian American Association of Boston (AAAB). He has long been engaged in nonprofit operations, public program planning, and cross-sector organizational development. Since 2016, he has founded and led several education- and public service–oriented organizations. In 2016, he established Gallop Global Inc., focusing on international education exchange, educational travel, and local tourism, and advancing U.S.–Asia learning programs, cross-cultural education initiatives, and destination travel services. In 2019, he founded Gallop Education Inc., an education consulting and academic planning firm that helps families pursue long-term educational development and access public education resources. In 2020, he launched Mr. Song Inc. to explore community-based, compliant, and sustainable models for regional supply-chain and consumer services. During this period, he partnered with colleges and universities across Greater Boston on education programs and experiential learning, and built practical experience in organizational governance, risk management, and cross-departmental coordination across diverse regulatory and cultural settings. He began working with AAAB in 2018 and served as director of the 8th Asian American Festival, leading the planning and execution of a major public cultural event that drew more than 10,000 community participants and received recognition from municipal partners and local media. He later assumed higher-level operational and governance responsibilities within the organization, overseeing compliance, financial management, public programs, and collaboration with city and state agencies. Lee Song graduated from Boston College with a major in business, with academic training focused on strategic leadership, organizational management, and professional communication. To further strengthen his management and organizational leadership capabilities, he completed a continuing education program at Peking University’s Guanghua School of Management, where he studied corporate strategy, organizational governance, and management practice, and has applied these insights to his work in education consulting, nonprofit operations, and cross-cultural program development. He is currently studying at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, concentrating in International Education Policy and Management. As Executive Director, he is responsible for AAAB’s day-to-day operations, organizational governance, program delivery, and external partnerships. He is committed to building AAAB into a transparent, inclusive, and trusted community institution that continues to serve the Asian American community of Greater Boston. President's Volunteer Service Award (Gold): 2019, 2023, 2024

2010 – Co-founded the Asian American Association of Boston, serving as Vice Chairman and official spokesperson. Served as the first Executive President and overall leader of the Asian-American Art Troupe. Chief editor of Asian-American Times and the Asian-American Yearbook. Praised as the “Father of the Asian-American Association.” Led both the Asian-American Art Troupe and the Asian-American Cantonese Cultural Delegation on two visits to Guangdong, jointly staging six performances with local partners for cultural exchange, achieving strong results.

2019–2020 – Alongside educator Dr. Yanping Li and music scholar Dr. Jie Yang, initiated and connected with nearly 100 renowned Chinese and Western musicians and cultural figures to establish the Greater Bay Area Philharmonic Alliance, which was successfully registered in Macau as a non-profit organization.

2020 – Assisted world-renowned seismologist Gu Jicheng in founding the Gu Seismological Forecasting Institute, serving as one of the co-founders and its Financial Supervisor.

Spring 2018 – Climbed Mount Juci in Zhengzhou, Henan, to pay tribute at the Xuanzhen Temple on behalf of the Asian-American Association, honoring the cultural ancestor of the Chinese people, later also paying respects at the Emperor’s Mausoleum.

2015 – Received the U.S. President’s Volunteer Service Award (under President Barack Obama).

2014 – Together with Dr. Tianqi Wang, President of the Asian Art Academy, traveled from Xi’an to Zhengding County, Gansu, to research the culture of the Three Sovereigns. Personally composed a sacrificial text, prepared offerings, and—on behalf of the Asian-American Association and in cooperation with local organizations—held a solemn ceremony to pay homage at the Emperor’s Tomb.

1980 – Founded the Boston edition of Sing Tao Daily, producing countless news reports and publishing hundreds of articles and commentaries, serving the community through journalism for 41 years. In 2016, received the U.S. Presidential Volunteer Service Award, becoming the first community member to receive this honor. During this time, established the first community website, which was also the very first website of Sing Tao Daily worldwide. Through this platform, collaborated with friends to promote the digitization of the Chinese language in the community for the first time.

1992 – Founded the Performing Arts Salon, raising funds for about 30 musicians, providing rehearsal space, organizing performances, and dedicating two decades of effort.

Early 1990s – Co-founded the Chinese Calligraphy Association.

1975 – Co-founded the Chinese Martial Arts Research Institute, overseeing administration and publishing. Edited and published martial arts works such as Comprehensive Tai Chi and Fundamentals of Martial Arts Training by his wife, Baochan Mai, and produced 20 accompanying instructional DVD sets. Promoted martial arts culture, participated in pioneering the creation of martial arts theater, and led a martial arts troupe to attend the first International Tai Chi/ Sword Competition in Wuhan (1984) and the International Martial Arts Expo in Shanghai (2000), introducing martial arts theater for the first time. Since 1985, martial arts became an accredited course in the Department of Physical Education at Boston University, where Baochan Mai taught for 17 years until her retirement.

As Founder and CEO of NT Development, Nicholas leads a team responsible for Real Estate Developing throughout The Greater Boston Area.

Nicholas is a licensed construction supervisor(CSL), and home improvement contractor(HIC). He has over 10 years of experience in the construction industry. Nicholas has led his team to over a hundred projects involving multiple types of properties, such as single-family, multifamily, condominium, modular home, commercial office building, restaurant, etc. Nicholas's unique stylistic approach created opportunities to work for the cities biggest institutions. No slowing down in sight, Nicholas is still taking NT Development to new heights.

Board Member and Secretary General of the Asian American Association of Boston. In his youth, he studied traditional Chinese painting and art appreciation under Fu Xiaoshi and Wu Weishan, and martial arts and archery under martial arts masters Wang Qi and Daoist Master Zhong Yunlong. He is a professional auctioneer and a marketing research analyst.

In 2008, while still a student, he conducted interviews with General Xiang Shouzhi, former Commander of the Nanjing Military Region and founding general of the People’s Republic of China, and General Peng Bo, former Political Commissar of the August First Film Studio, receiving calligraphy works as gifts. That same year, he interviewed Zhang Yuhua, former Party Secretary of Hubei Province and founding Major General, whose deeds and encouragement inspired his commitment to community service.

In 2014, he was awarded the Major General Aleksandr Aleksandrov Medal for Artistic Contribution during cultural activities.

In 2015, he co-authored the Ministry of Education’s Family Education textbook series in China, serving as an editor on the editorial board, and became the first author to incorporate popular culture into a national-level textbook.

He began volunteering at the Boston Asian American Festival in 2016.

In August 2021, he became Director of the AAAB Lifestyle Salon and joined the editorial team of Asian American Times. On November 20 of the same year, he helped organize the 11th Asian American Festival Charity Auction Gala.

In 2022, he served as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the inaugural Asian American Yearbook and hosted an exclusive interview with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu.

In 2024, he received the U.S. President’s Lifetime Volunteer Service Award from President Biden for his dedication to community service.

Tammy Tsikar holds a Master’s degree in Accounting from the Carroll School of Management at Boston College and an MBA from Simmons University. She is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, Tibetan, and English, and has intermediate proficiency in Japanese. Passionate about preserving Tibetan culture and language, she is actively engaged in cultural and community initiatives that promote heritage, education, and cross-cultural understanding.

Kailey serves as Deputy Secretary-General of the Asian American Association of Boston, where she helps guide the organization’s strategic direction and supports programs that celebrate Asian culture, strengthen community relationships, and promote inclusion across Greater Boston.

In her leadership role, Kailey contributes to a wide range of AAAB initiatives. She serves on the Gala Committee, supports community outreach, and plays an active part in grant and sponsorship writing to help expand the organization’s resources and partnerships. Kailey also assists in managing AAAB’s social media presence and website operations, contributing to stronger communications and broader community engagement.

Professionally, Kailey works as a Medical Records and Call Center Manager at South Cove Community Health Center. Her experience in healthcare administration, combined with her commitment to equitable access and patient-centered care, reflects her dedication to serving Boston’s diverse communities.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Kailey has a longstanding history of community involvement and volunteer service. Her work across various local organizations demonstrates her passion for giving back and supporting underserved communities.

Founder of Boston Imperial Auction Company, licensed auctioneer in Massachusetts, and President of the North American Chinese Collectors Association. In 1996, founded the Oriental Food Promotion Company, becoming the first to introduce boxed sushi to major supermarkets and campuses across Massachusetts. Also operated restaurants, banquet halls, and senior wellness activity centers.

In 2018, responsible for the lecture on “Opportunities and Risks in the Collectibles Field” at the New Immigrant Wealth Forum held at Harvard University. Has repeatedly invited renowned Chinese experts to hold public appreciation and study lectures on antique porcelain and jade at Harvard University. In 2015, participated in the fifth Asian-American Festival’s public antique art appraisal. Has organized multiple charity auctions and fundraising sales. In 2016, managed food stalls during the sixth Asian-American Festival held at Boston Common and joined the festival’s board of directors.

CEO of Blue Ocean Realty, a real estate network in Boston.

Arrived in Boston in 2008 to study MPA master degree at Northeastern University.

Entered the Boston real estate industry in 2009. Founded Boston Real Estate Network in 2011. Now it is the bilingual team with the number one sales in the Boston real estate industry for consecutive years, with annual sales of more than 200 million US dollars.

Blue Ocean Realty operates real estate sales, leasing, entrusted management and other services. The company has two major working teams in China and the United States to connect with landlords and tenants respectively, combining the rigorous and standardized style of the West with the flexible and efficient rhythm of the East to provide the best quality real estate management services for domestic and foreign customers. Real estate is the key to the distribution of a family's wealth. With more than ten years of experience, Boston Real Estate Network escorts customers' property. Based on the principle of honesty and trustworthiness, accurate real estate analysis, and perfect after-sales service, Ms. Rose has won the trust and recognition of thousands of families over the years, and has become the number one among the Chinese-speaking teams in the Boston real estate industry.

Doctor · Social Activist · International Ballroom Dance Instructor Executive Coordinator & Artistic Director · CEO, Dance Connection Club

Julie Wang (Zhongli Wang), is a doctor with a strong medical background combined with profound artistic expertise. With over 20 years of experience in International Ballroom dance and Latin dance, she is an active social leader in the Greater Boston area, serving as an international ballroom dance instructor and executive director of large-scale cultural and artistic events.

She is deeply committed to the promotion of dance arts, cross-cultural exchange, and community service, and actively builds collaborative platforms between community organizations and government institutions. Dr. Wang is widely recognized as an influential cultural advocate in New England, and has been honored with the President’s Volunteer Service Award for multiple consecutive years.

Core Competencies & Leadership Experience • Medical professional with strong artistic vision and executive leadership • Over 20 years of experience in International Standard Ballroom & Latin Dance • Expertise in large-scale event planning, promotion, and full-stage production management • Boston Dance Gala — Founder, Executive Director & Executive Coordinator (Received government citations from years 2020 to 2025) • Asian American Day (AAD) — Program Director & Protocol / Ceremony Coordinator • Lead Planner for major cultural and community events of the Guangzhou Association of Boston • Extensive experience in cross-cultural collaboration and community resource integration • Proven leadership in community organizations and nonprofit cultural initiatives • Strong public influence and media engagement • Recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award (Multiple Years)

David Li graduated from Huazhong University of Science and Technology. He has worked as a reporter for several Chinese and English media outlets, including Sing Tao Daily, Boston Chinese News,and the bilingual website bostonese.com. Mr. Li has made significant contributions to promoting bilingual media and fostering better understanding between Chinese and English-speaking audiences in the region. Mr. Li also serves as a boardard member for AAAB and Chinese History Society of New England.

Board Member of the Asian American Association of Boston, an internal medicine physician, and currently the Medical Director at the Chinese Golden Age Center and at the Chinese Progressive Association of Greater Boston, where he also serves as a Board Member. He graduated from Guangzhou Medical University, completed his Internal Medicine residency at the affiliated hospital of Cornell University Medical College in New York from 1991 to 1994, and has operated private practices in Boston and Quincy since 1994. He has also served as a Clinical Instructor at Harvard Medical School and Boston University School of Medicine. In 2011, he was elected as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He has held board or chair positions in numerous professional and community organizations. He has been involved with the Asian American Association of Boston since its very first events, joining the Board during the second Asian American Festival. In 2024, he received the U.S. President’s Lifetime Volunteer Service Award from President Biden for his years of dedicated community service.

Founder of the Boston World Qipao Association, Chairman of the New England Zhide Sande Guild, Board Director of the Boston Chinatown Chamber of Commerce, and Chairman of the East Coast Committee for the Overseas Edition of I Want to Perform on Spring Festival Gala. Senior Traditional Chinese Medicine rehabilitation therapist.

In 2006, founded Boston Shengxiong Zhuang Antique & Chinese Medicine Shop, operating it for sixteen years. In 2013, established Boston AJK Entertainment Production Company. In 2015, specially founded the World Qipao Association to promote traditional Chinese culture abroad, gaining widespread attention. Among various non-profit organizations, consistently fulfills responsibilities with dedication and is recognized as a capable and compassionate leader.

At the fifth Asian-American Festival held at the Marriott Hotel in Woburn, led 160 members in performances, wearing qipaos, volunteering, and providing critical support to the event. In November 2021, participated in planning the eleventh Asian-American Festival charity auction dinner and successfully solicited a large number of auction items.