Each year, heroes are selected by a committee comprised of members from
OCA Colorado, Asian Chamber of Commerce, Asian Avenue magazine, Mile
High Japanese American Citizens League, Colorado Asian Pacific Youth
Association, Asian Pacific Development Center, Colorado Asian Culture
and Education Network, and National Association of Asian American
Professionals – Colorado, Asian American Journalists Association and
Theatre Espirit Asia.
Young Hero Award (under age 35):
Harry Budisidharta, Chinese-Indonesian American
President of Mile High Japanese American Citizens League
Colorado Super Lawyer – Rising Star
Ivy Hontz, Caucasian American
Former Board and Secretary of Asian Chamber of Commerce
9Health Fair Site Coordinator
Peter Lee, Korean American
The National Unification Advisory Council
Volunteer for Korean Heritage Camp
Peggy Lore, Chinese American
Assistant Vice Chancellor of Student Success, University of Colorado – Denver
Former Director of Asian American Student Services
Nai-Li Yee, Chinese American
Former Principal and Teacher at Colorado Chinese Language School
Former Chair of Chinese American Council of Colorado
Lifetime Achievement Award:
Frank Sakamoto, Japanese American
Board member of the Mile High Japanese American Citizens League
Japanese American Association of Colorado
Each selected hero will be presented a certificate of recognition and be featured in the May cover story of Asian Avenue magazine.
Purchase tickets here.
Award Ceremony + Brunch:
Saturday, May 24, 2014 | 10:00am to 12:00pm
Empress Seafood Restaurant
2825 W Alameda Ave, Denver, CO 80219
Master of Ceremonies: Chris Jose, FOX31-KDVR
Cost: $25/Person and $15/Student or Senior
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