Level Up 2020

LEVEL UP 2020

A Virtual 6-Month Executive Education Program for AAPI Business Sustainability and Success in COVID-19.

LEVEL UP 2020

The National Asian Chamber of Commerce, Gold House, and Asian Hustle Network is introducing LEVEL UP 2020 – a new program designed to bring 400 Asian Americans entrepreneurs together to explore topics in entrepreneurship, leadership and provide resources during the pandemic.

It is a free 6-month program sponsored by the CARES Act to help entrepreneurs deal with the effects and also start new businesses. The program features exclusive webinars and networking events facilitated by accomplished entrepreneurs and leaders.

Important Program Dates:

Registration opens on Monday, Sept 21, 2020.
Application deadline is Friday, Sept 25, 2020.
The program starts on Monday, Sept 28, 2020.

Note: Space is limited. Applicants will be notified if accepted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should apply?

Dreamers, who haven’t started a business, but are interested in entrepreneurship.
Hustlers, who have launched their business and have revenue of up to $1M.
Builders, who run business over $1M+ in revenue.
Women entrepreneurs, who are starting their businesses and want to connect or help other women entrepreneurs.

What is the program structure?

Each class will be invited to a monthly webinar and networking event as well as a monthly keynote that is open to all class members.

What is the class schedule?

Dreamers: First week of the month
Hustlers: Second week of the month
Builders: Third week of the month
Women Entrepreneurs: Last week of the month

Can I participate in multiple classes?

Due to resource constraints, we are limiting the classes to only one class per user, but there will be additional opportunities for networking with the other students. All contents will be recorded and posted at the conclusion of the program.

For women entrepreneurs, you have the opportunity to participate in the Women’s Initiative program in addition to another class. All content will be recorded and posted at the conclusion of the program.

What is the cost of the program?

This program is sponsored by the CARES Act, a government program intended to help American businesses recover from the effects of COVID-19. It is administered by ACE NextGen, the national nonprofit Asian American Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship. Therefore, this program is accessible at NO COST for all entrepreneurs.

Featured Speakers

Class Webinars calendar

*Speakers and Presentations are subject to change. All times are in est*

DREAMERS

OCTOBER 1st, 5PM
How to Build a Business from Scratch
OCTOBER 6th, 8PM
Rapid Prototyping: The Fastest Path to an MVP
NOVEMBER 4th, 8PM
How I Built My eCommerce Business
DECEMBER 1st, 8PM
Ways to Finance Your New Business
JANUARY 5th, 8PM
Starting A Service Business From Scratch

HUSTLERS

SEPTEMBER 28th, 8PM
How I built a multimillion dollar business though influencers and brand partnerships
OCTOBER 14th, 8PM
Fostering Innovation & Entrepreneurship During COVID-19
NOVEMBER 10th, 8PM
Finding and Executing on Unique Opportunities Abroad
DECEMBER 7th, 8PM
Capitalizing on New Opportunities in the Wake of COVID-19

BUILDERS

OCTOBER 5th, 7PM
Pivoting and Resilience Building from COVID-19
OCTOBER 20th, 8PM
The new normal of marketing for the hospitality industry
NOVEMBER 17th, 5PM
Traction: How to Run Your Business Efficiently
FEBRUARY 16th, 9PM
Big Business Best Practices For Small Business

WOMEN'S INITIATIVE

SEPTEMBER 29th, 8PM
Digital Business Development / How to Stand Out
SEPTEMBER 29th Part 2, 8:55PM
Power of Mindfulness and Meditation for Business
OCTOBER 27th, 6PM
Pivoting Products & Services Online
OCTOBER 28th, 6PM
Caring for Our Relationship to Work: A Facilitated Conversation
DECEMBER
Digital Business Development
JANUARY
Self-Promotion Today and Beyond the Pandemic