John Wang

Founder and President

Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC)

In 1994, John Wang founded the Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC) in New York City to assist Asian American small businesses to expand their businesses into the mainstream marketplace by utilizing public and private sector resources available and to breakout of isolation within their own communities which limited their potential to grow.

AABDC serves as a bridge between Asian American businesses and the broader corporate sector, advocating for increased representation in leadership roles and economic equity for minority-owned businesses. AABDC’s flagship event, the Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business Award Gala, recognizes the achievements of Asian American professionals across the U.S.

-- 1994

Founded the Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC)

-- Mid-1990s

Pioneered the concept of the New Majority, launching initiatives such as the New Majority Joint Venture Initiative and New Majority Economic Summit, bringing together Black, Hispanic, and Asian business leaders.

-- 2000

President Clinton signed the Permanent Normalized Trade Relations with China.

Led AABDC’s active efforts to strengthen U.S.–China relations.

-- 2001

Launched the Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business Awards, the longest-running program of its kind in the U.S., celebrating Asian American corporate excellence.

-- 2008

Established the New York in China Center.

-- 2009

Opened the New York in China Center Beijing office.

-- 2018

Relocated the Center’s office from Beijing to Shanghai, continuing to expand international business relationships.

-- 2022

Appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul to the Empire State Development (ESD) Board of Directors, becoming the first Asian American to hold that position.

-- 2024

Appointed by Mayor Eric Adams to the NYC Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Advisory Board, helping shape inclusive business policy.

--To Be Continued

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