The Hmong Professionals Networking Event is set for 5:30-8:30 pm on Tuesday, June 24, at The Mekong Restaurant Bar and Banquet Hall in McFarland, Wisconsin. Doors will open at 5:00.
The event will consist of a variety of enriching breakout sessions on topics such as business start-ups, career readiness, financial management and life insurance, energy savings, Hmong language and literacy, and public health resources. Attendees will have the opportunity to get a professional headshot and engage in community discussions and networking opportunities. Food and refreshments are provided.
The event is sponsored by Madison College Culture and Climate, the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce, and Focus on Energy.
This year’s free event will be hosted at a Hmong-owned venue, operated by Dr. Nengher Vang and Choua Her.
“This event is a chance to connect with resources in the community, support local entrepreneurs, promote education, and empower our community with financial knowledge to advance upward mobility and long-term sustainability,” Angela Yang, Madison College Community Impact Coordinator, said in a statement.
This event was organized by a planning committee represented by Madison College Culture and Climate, Hmong Allies and Affinity Group, Wisconsin Hmong Association, UW-Madison Supporting Hmong Identified Professionals Association, and the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce.
The event is free, but registration is required and available here.
More information, visit the Facebook Event Page.
