Member Spotlight Series

'InspirASIAN’

Welcome to I-NAPA’s InspirASIAN: Member Spotlight Series!

Dive into the experiences and characters that shape our community as we shine a light on our remarkable members with InspirASIAN. This Member Spotlight Series will recognize our members’ accomplishments across all career stages, highlight the diversity of our membership, and help our members feel more connected by learning more about each other. Meet, connect, and be inspired by your fellow I-NAPA members!

To nominate a member or to share your own story, please complete this quick and easy nomination form.

FEATURE MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Ash Kumar

May 2025

“One piece of career advice I live by comes from my Decatur family, rooted in the spirit of the Athenian Oath: "We will transmit this city not only not less, but greater and more beautiful than it was transmitted to us." That principle—to leave every place, project, and team better than I found it—guides how I approach my work and my growth. “

Learn more about our previous series of Profiles of Asian Leaders in Public Administration