What services does this association provide to members?

The organization provides advocacy representation, professional education programs, industry research and resources, networking events, and support services. With $30.9M in annual revenue and 0 employees, it serves members through programs designed to advance professional success and industry interests.

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Advocacy activities include monitoring legislation and regulations affecting members, developing policy positions, and engaging with government officials and agencies. The organization represents member interests before policymakers and promotes positions supporting favorable industry environment and business success.

What professional development opportunities are available?

Members access educational programs including conferences, workshops, webinars, and training courses advancing professional knowledge and skills. The association also provides certifications, publications, and online resources supporting continuous learning and career development.

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Membership benefits include advocacy representation, access to educational programs and industry resources, networking opportunities with peers, participation in standards development, and visibility through association channels. Members gain competitive advantages through knowledge sharing and collective voice in policy matters.

The Asia Society

New York, NY · Founded 1985

Global organization fostering understanding and partnership across Asia and beyond

Primary audience

Professionals

Work area

Industry Support

Topic

Member Services

Contact

Kevin M Rudd

Website Contact

About Organization

Based in New York, NY, The Asia Society promotes mutual understanding and strengthens partnerships among peoples, leaders, and institutions of Asia and the United States. The organization reported $30.9 million in revenue for 2021, operating policy institutes, museums, and cultural programs across multiple continents through arts, business, education, and policy initiatives.

What They Focus On

Industry Advocacy

Represents member interests in policy processes and advocates for legislative and regulatory positions supporting industry success.

Member Education

Delivers professional development programs, conferences, and resources advancing member knowledge and competencies.

Standards Promotion

Develops and promotes industry standards, best practices, and quality improvement initiatives enhancing professional excellence.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2021)

$30.9M

+2.1% vs 2021

Assets (2021)

$126.6M

+2.7% vs 2021

Historical financial data from IRS Form 990
Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2021	—	—	—	—
2021	$30,248,305	$30,722,591	$123,272,284	167
2020	—	—	—	—
2020	$32,268,981	$28,881,039	$142,731,939	200
2019	$31,036,163	$31,588,582	$122,806,762	216
2018	$35,257,295	$32,724,478	$124,467,823	237
2017	$37,534,946	$30,855,209	$119,347,039	192

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Serve Members

Recruit and engage members providing value through advocacy, education, resources, and networking opportunities.
02

Advocate Industry

Monitor policy issues and advocate for positions supporting member interests and favorable industry environment.
03

Develop Standards

Promote best practices, professional standards, and quality improvement initiatives advancing industry excellence.
04

Share Knowledge

Disseminate research, industry data, and insights informing member operations and strategic decisions.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by The Asia Society

Member Advocacy

Represents member interests in legislative and regulatory processes affecting industry practices and business environment.

Professional Development

Delivers education programs, conferences, and training advancing member knowledge and professional competencies.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind The Asia Society.

Contact the team Contact

Asian Women Empowered

("AWE") is an influential global network of Asian women that envisions a world where Asian women realize our full potential and leverage our prominenc

Asian Women Empowered ("AWE") is an influential global network of Asian women that envisions a world where Asian women realize our full potential and leverage our prominence to invest in future generations and advance the community.

Global Talent Initiatives

is a year-long programming series where leaders and experts dive into tactical, strategic solutions to the challenges companies face in unlocking the full potential of Asian workers and professionals.

Global Talent Initiatives is a year-long programming series where leaders and experts dive into tactical, strategic solutions to the challenges companies face in unlocking the full potential of Asian workers and professionals.

Kevin M Rudd

President & CEO/President, Aspi

Full-time

Compensation: $756,089

Josette M Sheeran

Former President And CEO

Full-time

Compensation: $301,752

Julia Nelson

CFO

Full-time

Compensation: $241,710

Paula Hunker

Chief Administrative Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $225,621

Debra Eisenman

Chief Operating Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $209,100

Shane Williams-Ness

Chief Development Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $208,266

Tina Duong - End 072021

Chief Development Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $204,361

Anne Godshall

Man. Dir., Vis. Engage. & Events/Cmo

Full-time

Compensation: $187,851

Margaret Conley

Executive Director, Asnc

Full-time

Compensation: $176,644

Julia Nelson

CFO

Wendy Cutler

VP, Managing Dir. Washington, Dc

Full-time

Compensation: $284,972

Orville Schell

VP, Ctr Us-China Rel/Arthur Ross Dir

Full-time

Compensation: $284,180

Daniel Russel

VP, Int'l Security & Diplomacy

Full-time

Compensation: $281,663

Anthony Jackson - End 082021

VP, Edu. & Dir. Ctr. For Global Edu.

Full-time

Compensation: $264,189

Michelle Mapplethorpe-End 0622

VP, Gbl Art. Prog. & Dir. As Museum

Full-time

Compensation: $216,573

Thomas Nagorski - End 062021

Former Executive VP

Full-time

Compensation: $122,822

Milestones

1950

Association Founded

1950

Established to represent industry interests and provide member services supporting professional excellence.

2024

Current Operations

2024

Operating with $30.9M in revenue and 0 staff serving member professionals.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Asia Game Changer Awards Awards The recognize individuals and groups whose actions have profoundly strengthened the bonds between Asia and the world.

The Asia Game Changer Awards recognize individuals and groups whose actions have profoundly strengthened the bonds between Asia and the world.

Asian Diaspora Education Our section explores the global impact, histories, and evolving narratives of diasporic Asians, including the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.

Our Asian Diaspora section explores the global impact, histories, and evolving narratives of diasporic Asians, including the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.

Asian Women Empowered Leadership is an influential global network of Asian women that envisions a world where Asian women realize our full potential and leverage our promin

Asian Women Empowered is an influential global network of Asian women that envisions a world where Asian women realize our full potential and leverage our prominence to invest in future generations and advance the community.

China Books Review China An online publication offering incisive and inviting writing about all things China books-related, for anyone who follows or is curious about China. In partnership with The Wire China.

An online publication offering incisive and inviting writing about all things China books-related, for anyone who follows or is curious about China. In partnership with The Wire China.

Global Talent Initiatives Leadership Promoting mutual understanding and strengthening partnerships among peoples, leaders and institutions of Asia and the United States in a global context.

Promoting mutual understanding and strengthening partnerships among peoples, leaders and institutions of Asia and the United States in a global context.

Adrian T Keller Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Albert Chao Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Asheet Mehta Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Betsy Z Cohen Vice Chair & Secretary 1.00 hrs/week

Chan Heng Chee Co-Chair 1.00 hrs/week

Charles P Rockefeller Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Chen Guoqing Trustee - End 09/2021 1.00 hrs/week

Chong-Moon Lee Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Denise Saul Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Dong Bin Shin Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Doris Magsaysay Ho Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Duncan Clark Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Edward R Allen III Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Emily K Rafferty Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Ernie Thrasher Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Eunice Zehnder-Lai Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Evan G Greenberg Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

Fernando Zobel De Ayala Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Filippo Gori Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

Frederick M Demopoulos Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Gaoning Frank Ning Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Gary Rieschel Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

Geoff Martha Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

George G Hicks Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Hamid Biglari Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week

Harit Talwar Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Harold J Newman Trustee - End 09/2021 1.00 hrs/week

Henry Cornell Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Hrh Turki Al Faisal Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Ida Liu Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

Ido Leffler Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Isaac Applbaum Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

J Frank Brown Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

J Michael Evans Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

James D Zirin Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

James Kondo Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Jamshyd Godrej Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Jane Jie Sun Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Jean Liu Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

John D Negroponte Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

John L Thornton Co-Chair 1.00 hrs/week

Josephine Linden Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

K S Sonny Kalsi Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Katie Soo Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Kenneth Wilcox Trustee - End 10/2021 1.00 hrs/week

Lee Hong-Koo Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Lulu C Wang Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week

Mahmood J Khimji Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Mark E Tucker Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

Michael S Chae Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Mitchell R Julis Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Mohit Assomull Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Neil Shen Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Nicolas Aguzin Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Nicolas Berggruen Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Nicolas Rohatyn Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Omar Ishrak Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Oscar L Tang Trustee - End 08/2021 1.00 hrs/week

Purnendu Chatterjee Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Richard Drobnick Trustee - End 10/2021 1.00 hrs/week

Robert Niehaus Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week

Serge Dumont Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

Stephanie Hui Trustee - 1.00 hrs/week

Stephen A Schwarzman Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Stephen Riady Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Susan S Hakkarainen Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Thierry Porte Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Toyoo Gyohten Trustee - End 11/2021 1.00 hrs/week

W Bradford Hu Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Y Ping Sun Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2021)

$4.4M

Highest Paid

$802K

Kevin M Rudd

Compensated Officers

Executive compensation for 2021
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Kevin M Rudd	President & CEO/President, Aspi	$756,089	$45,942	$802,031	40
Josette M Sheeran	Former President And CEO	$301,752	$17,782	$319,534	40
Orville Schell	VP, Ctr US-China Rel/Arthur Ross DIR	$284,180	$32,099	$316,279	40
Wendy Cutler	VP, Managing DIR. Washington, DC	$284,972	$18,489	$303,461	40
Daniel Russel	VP, Int'L Security & Diplomacy	$281,663	$17,455	$299,118	40
Anthony Jackson - End 082021	VP, Edu. & DIR. Ctr. For Global Edu.	$264,189	$26,440	$290,629	40
Michelle Mapplethorpe-End 0622	VP, Gbl Art. Prog. & DIR. As Museum	$216,573	$66,905	$283,478	40
Debra Eisenman - Eff 102021	Chief Operating Officer	$209,100	$61,094	$270,194	40
Paula Hunker	Chief Administrative Officer	$225,621	$32,894	$258,515	40
Julia Nelson	CFO	$241,710	$15,434	$257,144	40
Shane Williams-Ness	Chief Development Officer	$208,266	$13,073	$221,339	40
Tina Duong - End 072021	Chief Development Officer	$204,361	$12,644	$217,005	40
Anne Godshall	Man. DIR., Vis. Engage. & Events/CMO	$187,851	$24,710	$212,561	40
Margaret Conley	Executive Director, Asnc	$176,644	$23,437	$200,081	40
Thomas Nagorski - End 062021	Former Executive VP	$122,822	$29,102	$151,924	40

Executive compensation for 2020
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Kevin M Rudd	President & CEO/President, Aspi	$817,257	$48,422	$865,679	40
Josette M Sheeran	President & CEO - End 12/2020	$663,290	$31,065	$694,355	40
Thomas Nagorski	Executive VP - End 06/2021	$276,294	$52,767	$329,061	40
Orville Schell	Arthur Ross DIR. Center US-China Relations	$255,276	$44,009	$299,285	40
Boon Hui Tan	VP For Global Arts, Cul -End 10/2020	$248,225	$26,195	$274,420	40
Wendy Cutler	VP Managing DIR. Washington, DC	$249,430	$16,059	$265,489	40
Paula Hunker	Chief Operations Officer	$227,280	$31,774	$259,054	40
Daniel Russel	VP, Int'L Security & Diplomacy	$241,252	$15,189	$256,441	40
Julia Nelson	CFO	$240,742	$13,539	$254,281	40
Anthony Jackson	VP Edu. & DIR. Ctr. For Global Edu.	$210,337	$39,638	$249,975	40
Anne Godshall	Chief Merchandising Officer	$184,763	$25,112	$209,875	40
Shane Williams-Ness	Managing DIR., Philanthropy	$188,332	$11,872	$200,204	40
Tina Duong	VP, Affairs & Partnerships	$144,379	$5,212	$149,591	40

Executive compensation for 2019
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Kevin M Rudd	President, Aspi	$981,819	$54,141	$1,035,960	30
Josette M Sheeran	President & CEO	$944,178	$28,970	$973,148	40
Thomas Nagorski	Executive VP	$329,786	$50,430	$380,216	40
Orville Schell	Arthur Ross Director	$303,256	$39,667	$342,923	40
Boon Hui Tan	VP For Global Arts, Cultural	$282,879	$30,374	$313,253	40
Wendy Cutler	VP Managing Director	$291,156	$17,616	$308,772	40
Daniel Russel	VP, Int'L Security	$281,613	$11,389	$293,002	40
Julia Nelson	CFO	$273,894	$12,901	$286,795	40
Anthony Jackson	VP Edu. & DIR. Center	$225,979	$54,296	$280,275	40
Paula Hunker	Chief Operations Officer	$244,564	$25,356	$269,920	40
Anne Godshall	Chief Merchandising Officer	$200,312	$23,539	$223,851	40
Shane Williams-Ness	Managing DIR., Philanthropy	$200,090	$12,576	$212,666	40

Executive compensation for 2018
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Kevin M Rudd	President, Aspi	$988,541	$49,368	$1,037,909	30
Josette M Sheeran	President & CEO	$911,553	$25,877	$937,430	40
Thomas Nagorski	Executive VP	$325,115	$54,380	$379,495	40
Orville Schell	Arther Ross Director	$303,092	$39,378	$342,470	40
Boon Hui Tan	VP For Global Arts, Cultural	$280,101	$28,548	$308,649	40
Wendy Cutler	VP Managing Director	$280,741	$20,222	$300,963	40
Donald Nagle	CFO & Senior VP - End 11/2018	$251,650	$34,490	$286,140	40
Anthony Jackson	VP Educ. & DIR. Center	$225,136	$52,411	$277,547	40
Shayne Doty	Man DIR. Of Phil. - End 1/2019	$239,797	$22,608	$262,405	40
Christine Davies	VP, Global Pships - End 1/2019	$236,330	$21,316	$257,646	40
Paula Hunker	Chief Operations Officer	$215,094	$16,610	$231,704	40
Anne Godshall	Chief Merchandising Officer	$190,368	$21,916	$212,284	40
Bruce Pickering	VP & SR Advisor - End 04/2018	$188,949	$8,040	$196,989	40
Daniel Russel	VP Int'L SEC.-Effective 4/2018	$195,790	$128	$195,918	40
Julia Nelson	CFO - Effective 11/2018	$31,939	$929	$32,868	40

Executive compensation for 2017
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Kevin Rudd	President, Aspi	$875,302	$46,951	$922,253	30
Josette Sheeran	President & CEO	$884,596	$24,956	$909,552	40
Thomas Nagorski	Executive VP	$327,387	$47,190	$374,577	40
Orville Schell	Arthur Ross Director	$305,510	$46,951	$352,461	40
Wendy Cutler	VP Managing Director	$282,092	$17,370	$299,462	40
Boon Hui Tan	VP For Global Arts, Cultural	$280,586	$14,302	$294,888	40
Donald Nagle	CFO & Senior VP	$248,344	$35,578	$283,922	40
Anthony Jackson	VP Educ. & DIR. Center	$228,351	$47,142	$275,493	40
Christine Davies	VP, Global Partnerships	$236,900	$23,700	$260,600	40
Shayne Doty	Managing DIR. Of Philanthropy	$238,613	$21,784	$260,397	40
Anne Godshall	Chief Merchandising Officer	$190,300	$20,736	$211,036	40
Jonathan Karp	Executive Director	$171,153	$10,053	$181,206	40
Bruce Pickering	VP & SR Advisor- End 6/2018	$159,897	$9,470	$169,367	40
Paula Hunker	VP & COO	$95,971	$15,091	$111,062	40
Khushali Shah	COO- End 4/2017	$67,759	$10,134	$77,893	40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$8K Total Given

Democratic $8,399 (100%)

36 Contributions

$233 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

9 Individual Donors

Edward Elson 1 contribution • $3,300 avg

$3,300

Orville Schell 5 contributions • $290 avg

$1,450

Shane Williams-Ness Williams-Ness 8 contributions • $100 avg

$800

Emma Chanlett-Avery 4 contributions • $200 avg

$800

Anubhav Gupta 3 contributions • $200 avg

$600

Other Individual Contributors $1,449 combined

Aalok Kanani

Brooklyn, NY

$574 Total

4 Contributions

HARRIS VICTORY HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT

Emma Avery

Washington, DC

$500 Total

2 Contributions

ELISSA SLOTKIN FOR MICHIGAN ACTBLUE

Shane Williams-Ness

Litchfield, CT

$200 Total

2 Contributions

COURAGEOUS LEADERS

Anna Ashton

Mclean, VA

$175 Total

7 Contributions

ACTBLUE

Quick Insights

🏆

Most Active Donor Shane Williams-Ness Williams-Ness with 8 contributions

💰

Highest Avg per Contribution Orville Schell at $290 each

🎯

Top Recipient SWALWELL FOR CONGRESS — $3,300

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$1.2M Grants Received

16 Organizations

Top Funders

16 total

Greater Houston Community Foundation

$227K

Silicon Valley Community Foundation

$202K

International Sustainable Energy Foundat

$200K

Climateworks Foundation

$150K

Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund

$100K

Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund

$50K

The Chong-Moon Lee Foundation CO Silicon Valley Community Foundation

$50K

American Online Giving Foundation Inc.

$33K

Asian Pacific Community Fund Of

$28K

The Ayco Charitable Foundation

$25K

+6 more funders

Greater Houston Community Foundation Silicon Valley Community Foundation International Sustainable Energy Foundat Climateworks Foundation Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund The Chong-Moon Lee Foundation CO Silicon Valley Community Foundation American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Asian Pacific Community Fund Of The Ayco Charitable Foundation Silverado Policy Accelerator Inc. National Charitable Endowment Inc. Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. American Endowment Foundation The Morrison & Foerster Foundation American Gift Fund

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with The Asia Society

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(212) 288-6400

Social

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725 Park Avenue New York, NY 100215088

The Asia Society

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Serve Members

Advocate Industry

Develop Standards

Share Knowledge

Programs and Initiatives

Member Advocacy

Professional Development

Team & Leadership

Asian Women Empowered

Global Talent Initiatives

Kevin M Rudd

Josette M Sheeran

Julia Nelson

Paula Hunker

Debra Eisenman

Shane Williams-Ness

Tina Duong - End 072021

Anne Godshall

Margaret Conley

Julia Nelson

Wendy Cutler

Orville Schell

Daniel Russel

Anthony Jackson - End 082021

Michelle Mapplethorpe-End 0622

Thomas Nagorski - End 062021

Milestones

Association Founded

Current Operations

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

Individual Political Donors

Top Individual Donors

Other Individual Contributors $1,449 combined

Aalok Kanani

Emma Avery

Shane Williams-Ness

Anna Ashton

Quick Insights

Partners & Funders

Top Funders

Contact

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Phone

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