access | scale |
abundance | nurture
Building Power, Pride, and Purpose through Culture, Community, and Capital
People Reached
Partnerships underway
Events This Year
Find Your Tribe
Connect with South Asians at every stage of your journey
Students & Recent Grads (18-25)
- University partnerships
- Acculturation
- Mentoring
- Internship/ job opportunities
- Networking events
- Career guidance
- Skill development
Young Professionals (25-35)
- Industry/ networking events
- Entrepreneurial resources
- Business development
- Career advancement
- Recognition
- Partnership opportunities
Established Leaders (35-50)
- Strategic partnerships
- Networking/ Resources
- Speaking opportunities
- Next-gen mentoring
- Government contracting
- Community leadership
- Pay-it-forward opportunities
- Awards
Our Story
ASAN is the leading platform powering young South Asian progress across the United States. We elevate, empower, and unite a rising generation of South Asian creators, entrepreneurs, executives, and change-makers through community, culture, and capital. From student leaders to CEOs, ASAN equips South Asians with the networks, opportunities, and tools to thrive – financially, mentally, and physically. We’re building a new narrative: one rooted in unity across subcultures, equity across sectors, and pride across generations.
In the past year alone, ASAN has hosted 100+ in-person events nationwide in 12 months, reaching 20,000+ people. There are 250+ partnerships underway across corporate, government, and academic institutions.
Through national convening like the South Asian Business Expo, inspiring platforms like South Asian Spotlight and The INDUStry Show, and university-powered efforts like SANGAM, ASAN brings South Asian excellence to the forefront. We are bridging what’s been missing: a space where young South Asians in America show up fully – as leaders, as community, and as a force for change.
Our Core Programs
Learn from 300+ South Asian entrepreneurs and executives. Season 10 featuring the next generation with our Xenith series.
South Asian Business Expo
Annual event with SBA, Department of Labor, and EEOC. Access government contracts and business resources.
$100K in unrestricted donations recognizing South Asian changemakers making a difference.
South Asian Spotlight
100+ success stories celebrating South Asian achievements in the US. Get featured and inspire others.
SANGAM University Network
University partnerships helping students with acculturation, internships, jobs, and mentoring.
Success Stories
Real impact from our community members
Attended an insightful panel hosted by American South Asian Network (ASAN) featuring accomplished South Asian leaders who’ve built amazing careers in finance. As someone exploring the intersection of data and finance, it was powerful to hear their stories and feel a sense of belonging in the space.
Khushi Wadhwani
ASAN events aren’t just networking mixers; they truly bring people together to connect deeply, collaborate meaningfully, and celebrate boldly. These relationships opened doors to advisors and co‑founders who understand the unique challenges of our community. At ASAN’s South Asian Business Expo, I gained federal funding insights and support from the SBA and Department of Insurance that opened doors to enterprise and government contracts that I didn’t know I could access.
Zef Neemuchwala
I’ve had the pleasure of both attending and performing at ASAN events, and each time I’m impressed by the vibrant spirit and sense of community. ASAN truly brings South Asians together—not just to celebrate the richness of South Asian culture, but to build a strong network of support and connection. The energy and warmth at their gatherings make it clear how dedicated ASAN is to fostering unity and empowerment within our community. I’m looking forward to being a part of many more events, building new friendships, and continuing to support this inspiring movement!
Priyanka Venkatesh
I attended my first ASAN event for the networking, and stayed for the connections I didn’t know I needed. It wasn’t a singles event, but I met ambitious, culturally rooted South Asians who just get it. Whether you’re building a company or looking for real connections, ASAN brings together people who are in that same high-growth, modern-yet-grounded chapter of life.
Shuba
In just one year, ASAN has organized over 80 events nationwide, built hundreds of partnerships, and reached over 10,000 people. Partnering with ASAN has given us direct access to this vibrant South Asian community in an authentic way.
Frank Lopez
I walked into Brown Girls in Tech expecting a panel. I left with a fire lit in my chest. ASAN didn’t just host a space—it held up a mirror. For ambitious, unapologetic South Asian women like me, it was a room that didn’t ask us to shrink. It welcomed our doubts, our drive, and our stories—unfiltered and unpolished. We talked about tech, yes—but also about power, pivots, identity, and the emotional grit it takes to carve out a path when one doesn’t exist. Words like “You’re allowed to change direction,” “There’s room for your voice—even if it shakes,” and “You don’t need to be perfect to belong here” echoed long after. Thank you, ASAN, for reminding every brown girl—especially the loud, dream-chasing ones like me—that we never needed permission to take up space.
