On May 4, City & State published their 2026 Asian Trailblazers List. As stated in the article:
City & State’s annual Asian Trailblazers highlights many of the high-ranking Asian Americans who are on the rise in New York. The list, researched and written in partnership with journalist Natasha Ishak, features trusted advisers to politicians such as Gov. Kathy Hochul, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer. It includes behind-the-scenes political consultants and policy strategists shaping the direction of New York. And it spotlights advocates and activists who are improving daily life in Asian American communities – and for all New Yorkers.
City & State New York
AABANY is proud to congratulate five of its members who were named to this year’s list.
Margaret Ling / JC Penny Photo Studio
Kim Yu / Alissa Randall, All About Headshots
Anna Mercado Clark / KC Kratt Photography
Lawrence Han / Rivkin Radler
Becky Baek / Farrell Fritz
Please join us in congratulating Margaret Ling, Kim Yu, Lawrence Han, Ana Mercado Clark, and Becky Baek on this well-deserved recognition.
To see the full list, click here.