Leading AAPI NGO in Financial Service Industry
About us

Building Trust Through Expert Service

ALFA is a leading AAPI nonprofit advancing leadership, representation, and opportunity within the financial services industry. Through advocacy, mentorship, and collaboration, we empower current and future leaders to drive lasting impact.
Our Mission

ALFA’s main goal is to bring together a select group of senior AAPI leaders in financial services to advocate, advance and reinforce AAPI leadership across areas of business and finance. ALFA strives to serve as an impactful leader through advocacy, partnership and collaboration to elevate its members and allies, and strengthen the AAPI community.

Who We Are

The Asian Leaders in Finance Association (ALFA) is a premier network of accomplished AAPI executives, senior leaders, and rising professionals dedicated to transforming the landscape of financial services.

Founded on the principles of collective advocacy and strategic collaboration, ALFA represents a powerful coalition of voices committed to breaking barriers and creating pathways for AAPI advancement across all levels of the industry.

What sets us apart is our dual focus: we simultaneously elevate established leaders while investing deeply in emerging talent, ensuring sustainable progress for generations to come.

Driving Measurable Change

40+

Active Senior Leaders in Our Network

50

NextGen Students Trained Annually

10

Strategic Non-Profit Partners

12

NextGen Fellows Selected Each Year

Strategic Pillars

The LNC Framework

The LNC framework guides our mission to develop leaders, advance representation, and foster community.

Leadership

Cultivate the next generation of Asian American executives and C-suite leaders. Advocate for elevation, visibility, and expanded representation across the financial services industry.

NextGen

Develop emerging talent through targeted educational programs, mentorship, and partnerships. Empower students and young professionals to excel in a rapidly evolving sector.

Community

Strengthen networks and foster collaboration among members. Partner with leading organizations to advance critical goals for the Asian American community.

Our Leadership

ALFA is guided by a distinguished board of executives who bring decades of financial services expertise and a shared commitment to advancing AAPI representation.
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Kathryn Zhao

MD,Global Head of Electronic Trading at Cantor Fitzgerald
Kathryn Zhao is Global Head of Electronic Trading at Cantor Fitzgerald, leading algorithmic trading across equities, FX, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies.
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Bing Xiang

MD,Head of AI Research at Goldman Sachs
Bing Xiang is Head of AI Research and Managing Director at Goldman Sachs, leading AI initiatives across financial applications.
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Steve Xia

Senior MD at Guardian Life
Steve Xia is an investment and tech executive, leading asset allocation and quantitative research and co-founding an AI fintech startup.
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Di Wu

MD, Head of Execution Services at Schonfeld
Di Wu is Head of Execution Services at Schonfeld, leading algorithmic trading, execution strategies, and trading analytics.
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Sha Wang

MD, Founding Partner at Terra Magnum Capital Partners
Sha Wang is Founding Partner of Terra Magnum Capital Partners, leading the firm’s private equity and venture capital investments across China and the United States.
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Henry Mo

MD, Chief Economist and head of Market Strategy atCorebridge Financial
Dr. Henry Mo is Chief Economist and Head of Market Strategy at Corebridge Financial, overseeing economic research and market strategy.
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Program

ALFA Fellowship Program

Every year, ALFA selects a cohort of high-achieving college sophomores to become ALFA Fellows through a highly competitive screening process. The Fellowship Program is designed to provide early exposure to the financial services industry by offering structured guidance, professional development, and personalized support. Fellows receive mentorship, career preparation resources, and industry insights aimed at strengthening their technical skills, resumes, and interview readiness.


Through workshops, networking opportunities, and ongoing advising, the program works closely with Fellows to significantly increase their chances of securing prestigious summer internships and entry-level opportunities at leading financial services firms.

The application for the 2025 Fellowship Program is now closed.