The Arizona Asian American Association is pleased to announce the newly elected 2014 -2016 Executive

President: Albert Lin

Vice President: Farhana Shifa Ahmed

Secretary: Bianca Amin

Treasurer: Maridith Esquivel

Executive Director: Al Carstens

Executive Director: Keiko Conn

Executive Director: Richard Tutman

Director at Large: Raphael Ahmed, Bianca Amin, Charmel Dela Cruz, Maridith Esquivel, Pradif Malani and Richard Tutman.

The AAAA extends a heartfelt thank you to our former President, Ms. Maribel C. Dillard for being a true leader of AAAA for the last four years. Her guidance, hard work and passion set an example for many years to come.

The induction ceremony for AAAA officers and cultural directors, and members appreciation event will be held on August 2nd, 2014, evening.

This year the AAAA will celebrate its 20th Festival under the consummate leadership of Raphael Ahmed. The Theme ”Asian Treasures” has been adopted as an annual name. AAAA Artistic Director, Keiko Conn [TCCE] will once again bring her creative imagination and extensive entertainment contacts to the AAAA Festival to once again ensure a magnificent show.

The 2014 Asian Treasures Festival will take place on November 8th and 9th with many special features to engage all ages. We are inviting you to join us this year in celebrating Asian arts, kids?activities, foods, entertainment and educational offerings.

For the festival information contact:

Raphael Ahmed ?Raphael.Ahmed@cox.net, (224-633-9160)