

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The 2026 AAPI Business Policy Forum
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: A powerful platform for AAPI businesses / community to engage with policymakers, share experiences, &amp; be connected to the Virginia economy.About this EventImportant Format Notice:This is not a networking or social legislative reception event.VACC 2026 AAPI Business Policy Forum is a statewide, formal, state board–style policy roundtable with structured seating, moderated discussion, and documented policy input intended for the Governor’s Administration and state Policy Leadership.__________________________________________The 2026 AAPI Business Policy Forum:A State Board–Style Policy RoundtableHosted by: Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce (VACC) &amp; Statewide Trade Associations NetworkDate &amp; Time: Tuesday, February 18, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: Truist Bank | 4th Floor Piedmont Conference Room919 East Main Street, Richmond, VARegistration Deadline: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (5:00 PM)Register: https://Policy2026.eventbrite.comAttire: Professional / BusinessFormat: Invitation-Only | Limited SeatingFormal Forum Partners: See Partners logos listed below. __________________________________________Event OverviewThe 2026 Virginia AAPI Business Policy Forum is a structured, board-style policy roundtable designed to provide Virginia’s Governor, Administration, legislators, and senior agency leaders with direct, organized policy input from Asian American and minority business leaders statewide.This is not a legislative reception or social networking event.It is a formal policy session modeled after a state board public meeting, where invited participants engage in disciplined discussion, present recommendations, and contribute to the public policy record.Since 2010, VACC’s annual policy forum has served as a solutions-driven platform connecting business leaders with decision-makers at moments of administrative transition and policy formation.__________________________________________Purpose &amp; OutcomesParticipants will:Present priority challenges facing AAPI and minority small businessesOffer actionable policy recommendations aligned with the new Administration’s goalsShare strategies to strengthen Virginia’s business climate, workforce pipeline, and global competitivenessProvide structured input to help attract domestic and international investment and retain talent in VirginiaPost-event, key insights and recommendations will be summarized and shared with relevant state offices.__________________________________________Meeting FormatBoard-style roundtable seatingModerated policy discussionPolicymaker listening sessionCollected written questions submitted in advancePublic-observation format consistent with state board meetingsLight working dinner provided.Complimentary garage parking for members, partners, and invited guests.__________________________________________Invited Participants (Partial List)Office of the Governor – Leadership &amp; Policy TeamAttorney General of VirginiaLieutenant Governor of VirginiaCabinet Secretaries &amp; State Agency HeadsMembers of the House of Delegates &amp; SenateStatewide economic development and workforce leadersMinority and AAPI trade association leadershipAAPI Business owners, sector experts, economists, educators, and global business advisors__________________________________________Policy Focus AreasBusiness climate, permitting, and cost of doing businessWorkforce development, youth talent, and education pathwaysHousing affordability, childcare access, and labor participationImmigrant entrepreneurship and small business growthGlobal trade, foreign direct investment, and international engagementSector-specific issues (healthcare, hospitality, technology, education, energy impacting small businesses in certain sectors)__________________________________________Draft Agenda5:00 – 6:00 PMArrival &amp; Light Working Dinner6:00 – 7:15 PMState Board–Style Policy RoundtableOpening remarks - Keynote remarksIndustry and sector discussionPolicymaker listening session7:15 – 8:00 PMModerated Community &amp; Business Dialogue8:00 PMAdjournment__________________________________________Registration &amp; AttendanceInvitation-only; limited seatingComplimentary registration for VACC members, partners, and invited guestsA small number of cost-based seats may be available to the publicRegistration required for all attendeesPriority seating for AAPI and minority business partnersRegister by Wednesday, February 11 at 5:00 PMExecutive ContactMy Lan TranExecutive DirectorVirginia Asian Chamber of CommerceE: aabac@aabac.org | T: 804-502-8081www.aabac.orgInvited SPEAKERS: GOVERNOR ABIGAIL SPANBERGERLT GOVERNOR GHAZALA HASHMI SENATE  LEADERS-MEMBERSHOUSE OF DELEGATES LEADERS -MEMBERS  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0e28bb00-ef5e-11f0-a299-5558119fee82-rimg-w1200-h628-dc033963-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0e4ae900-ef5e-11f0-8a94-a79c01f52a05-rimg-w630-h740-dc243746-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0e6a09c0-ef5e-11f0-a299-5558119fee82-rimg-w1116-h740-dc915c16-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/0ec37460-ef5e-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1200-h662-dc160407-gmir.jpg Presenting Sponsors:  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/0ef2e8d0-ef5e-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1200-h167-dcfefefe-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/0f1dc960-ef5e-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1200-h551-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/0f398ec0-ef5e-11f0-a299-5558119fee82-rimg-w1200-h603-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0f69c680-ef5e-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1031-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0f920f00-ef5e-11f0-a299-5558119fee82-rimg-w975-h740-dcdad0bd-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/0fd70740-ef5e-11f0-8a94-a79c01f52a05-rimg-w1200-h342-dc000000-gmir.png   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0ffd2ce0-ef5e-11f0-a299-5558119fee82-rimg-w740-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/101aee10-ef5e-11f0-a259-774255d9d109-rimg-w1200-h715-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1046e010-ef5e-11f0-8a94-a79c01f52a05-rimg-w740-h740-dc000000-gmir.png
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- **Event Categories**: business, meetups, conferences
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 39.19, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Richmond
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: TRUIST BANK
- **lat**: 37.5369093
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- **full address**: TRUIST BANK, 919 EAST MAIN STREET, Richmond, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce (https://allevents.in/org/virginia-asian-chamber-of-commerce/22689785)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** TRUIST BANK, 919 EAST MAIN STREET, Richmond, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 39.19 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, meetups, conferences
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The 2026 AAPI Business Policy Forum ?
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