NAAAP San Jose Executive and Leadership Team

Marynka Gorgen, the Chief Visioning Officer, President at NAAAP San Jose, sets the strategic direction and overarching vision for the organization. Guiding the executive team, Gorgen ensures that all initiatives align with the core mission of cultivating and empowering Silicon Valley's Asian and Pacific Islander leaders. This leadership role involves championing thoughtfully curated programming that reflects the region's distinct business and cultural demands, fostering professional development, community service, and networking opportunities. By inspiring a clear path forward, Marynka Gorgen drives the organization's impact in providing APIs with essential resources to advance their careers and develop into great leaders. The Chief Visioning Officer, President's commitment to forward-thinking strategy solidifies NAAAP San Jose's position as a vital resource for leadership growth.

Jerold Inocencio, the Chief Technology Officer at NAAAP San Jose, architects the organization's technological infrastructure and digital strategy. Overseeing all aspects of technology, Inocencio ensures that the platforms supporting professional development and networking events are robust, scalable, and user-friendly. This leadership role involves evaluating and implementing new technologies to enhance member engagement and streamline operational efficiency across the organization. By driving innovation in digital tools, Jerold Inocencio directly supports NAAAP San Jose's mission to cultivate and empower Asian and Pacific Islander leaders in Silicon Valley. The Chief Technology Officer's focus remains on leveraging technology to create impactful experiences and provide valuable resources that advance careers and foster leadership development within the API community.

Monica Willemsz, the Chief People Officer at NAAAP San Jose, directs human capital strategies and fosters a supportive organizational culture. Overseeing all people-related functions, Willemsz ensures that the organization attracts, develops, and retains talent aligned with its mission. This leadership role involves designing and implementing programs for professional development, community service, and networking events that resonate with the unique needs of Silicon Valley's Asian and Pacific Islander professionals. By championing initiatives that advance careers, Monica Willemsz cultivates an environment where leaders can thrive and become valuable contributors. The Chief People Officer's dedication to member growth and engagement directly supports NAAAP San Jose's objective of empowering API leaders through comprehensive resource provision and impactful community building.

Tom Chan, the Chief Finance Officer & Treasurer at NAAAP San Jose, manages the organization's financial health and fiscal strategy. Overseeing all financial operations, Chan ensures robust resource allocation to support professional development, community service, and networking events. This leadership role involves meticulous budget management, financial planning, and transparent reporting to uphold the non-profit's operational integrity and sustainability. By safeguarding financial resources, Tom Chan directly enables NAAAP San Jose to provide critical support for Silicon Valley's Asian and Pacific Islander leaders. The Chief Finance Officer & Treasurer's diligent financial oversight is fundamental to empowering API professionals, advancing their careers, and fostering their development into influential leaders within the community.