PAST EVENTS

MEETINGS - NETWORKING EVENT - WORKSHOPS

January 2024
VABA's Holiday Dinner Cruise

The VABA Holiday Dinner Cruise aboard the 'Cabernet Sauvignon' was a splendid affair, blending networking opportunities with festive joy.

Guests enjoyed a variety of activities, from engaging welcome speeches to gourmet dining, against the backdrop of the Bay Area's stunning views.

The highlight for many was the chance to connect with business leaders and community influencers, fostering relationships that promise to thrive beyond the event.

This event underscored VABA's commitment to providing platforms for professional growth and community building with the attendance of business leaders, local and state politicians, and community leaders.

October 2023
San Jose Police Department Major Awards

We are honored to have been part of the San Jose Police Department Major Awards. It was a night of remembrance of our every day heroes taking action to keep the city safe.

We suppor the police officers who were recognized that evening and all police officers who work tirelessly to look after us.

We appreciate all that they do in the line of duty to protect the streets.

We also want to recognize our very own Mr. Michael Duong for his contributions to the San Jose Police Foundation!

October 2023
Dinner with Dr. Scott Fritzen of Fulbright University

We're so happy to have met with Dr. Scott Fritzen of Fulbright University Vietnam last week. He spoke passionately about the students, staff, and mission at Fulbright.

Fulbright provides international quality education through a needs-based financial aid model for its students. This model allows students from all over Vietnam to attend Fulbright, regardless of socio-ecomomic background.

Dr. Scott is on a campaign to raise funds and help Fulbright have a more permanent home in Vietnam. We support his vision and look forward to a future where Fulbright continues to provide education and develop the relationship between the US and Vietnamese governments.

August 2023
US Government and Business Trip to Vietnam

Over 50 people in our delegation; the biggest government & business delegation in history…

Relationships were made, connections were built, and multiple MOU were signed.

It was a short, sweet, and successful trip to Vietnam.

July 2023
South Bay Golf Alliance and VABA's Charity Golf Tournament

In a charity event with over 170 business owners, VABA members had the opportunity to play golf and connect with possible future partners or clients throughout the event! All sales from sold raffle tickets have gone towards a children-focused charity.

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June 2023
Dinner with Congresswoman Barbara Lee

VABA members attended a special dinner to celebrate Congresswoman Barbara Lee running for the next US Senate.

It was a great night to meet, network, and connect with various elected officials and business owners.

April 2023
Community meeting with Oakland's Mayor, Sheng Thao

We strive to connect all Americans with Vietnamese roots throughout the United States to network, support, and learn from each other so that our Vietnamese community can be stronger and our next generation can be wiser...

February 2023
VABA Annual Gala

The Vietnamese American Business Association (VABA) would like to announce an exciting gala to celebrate the success stories of business professionals and community leaders!

Over 500 plus business professionals, community leaders, and elected officials are expected to attend this year's gala!

This is your opportunity to mix & mingle, exchange business cards, introduce yourself and your business, meet potential new clients and business partners, be interviewed or shown on TV, and make new friends!

We will have coverage from CBS, ABC, SBTN, VieToday, VieTV, and many other medias present to cover this event.

Looking forward to seeing friends from throughout California, as well as new friends from Seattle, Washington DC, Florida, Texas, Japan, and many out-of-towners that will be joining us at this Gala!

January 2023
Thien Ho, the First Vietnamese American District Attorney in Sacramento

Members from the Vietnamese American Business Association (VABA) and Asian American Business Chamber (AABC) attended the swearing-in ceremony of the honorable Thien Ho, making history as the First Vietnamese American District Attorney in Sacramento!

November 2022
VABA Seminar for the Business Community

One of the many benefits to being a VABA'S member is the sharing of knowledge and the access to higher and more knowledgeable resources in a cozier setting. At the VABA Seminar for the business community, with the topic of:

AAPI Anti-Asian hate crimes & business safety.

We had the San Jose Chief of Police, San Jose City Council, criminal investigator, San Jose District Attorney, Asian Law Alliance, police captains from the 4 regions of San Jose city where some of our members businesses are located at, and of course our VABA'S business community.

The Attorneys speaks on:

- What compensations do you get if a crime happens in/at/around your business.

- Understanding what legal rights you have as a business owner.

- Knowing the legal parameters for business owners when violence or crime happens at & around your business.

- What to report & who to report for most effectiveness

The law enforcement speaks on:

- Asian-Hate crimes surrounding businesses in the 4 regions of San Jose.

- Signs & Preventions of Hate Crimes

- Crime priorities, what to look for, and how to report.

More importantly, the business community got a chance to ask questions and get answers from direct sources for FREE without the hassles of calling, waiting, or searching!

September 2022
VABA's Networking Gathering

It was great to see so many previous and current vaba's members during VABA'S Networking Business Dinner!

Whether you are a new startup and looking for investors, have a business for a few years and looking to expand, or you are interested in Networking with other businesses professionals. Contact us today to see how our association can help you!