Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment

Supporting L.A.’s Small Businesses: The 2024 SESD Summit and ProcureLA

Jessica Alba, Mayor Karen Bass, and Eric Smith pose for a photo at the 2024 SESD Summit.

Los Angeles is not just gearing up for global events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl LXI, and the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games—it’s also setting the stage for unprecedented opportunities for small businesses. That’s why PACE was proud to partner with Mayor Karen Bass for the 2024 Sports & Entertainment Supplier Diversity […]

Empowering Entrepreneurship at the Little Tokyo Small Business Summit

Attendees pose for a photo during the Little Tokyo Small Business Summit's networking session

On Tuesday, August 6th, PACE hosted the 2024 Little Tokyo Small Business Summit in collaboration with Little Tokyo Business Association (LTBA).  The event aimed to empower the small business community in one of Los Angeles’ most culturally historic neighborhoods, bringing together local small business owners, community leaders, and federal and corporate stakeholders at the Democracy […]

PACE, DOE, and MBDA Unite for the 2024 MBE Connect Summit

MBE Connect Summit Poster

As the operator of the Los Angeles Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Center, PACE is thrilled to be joining forces with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and host the 2024 MBE Connect Summit on April 17th-18th. The event will bridge the gap between minority and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBEs) and a wealth of opportunities […]

PACE Celebrates the Year of the Dragon with Lunar Lights Market 

Lion Dancers at Lunar Lights Market

View Event Photos On February 15th, the Arts District lit up with the spirit of Lunar New Year as PACE celebrated its first ever Lunar Lights Market featuring local food, drink, and craft vendors. The event was a platform for culture and celebration as community members, electeds, and government and corporate partners came together to support […]

Community Strength Shines at PACE’s “Sounds of Solidarity” Soirée

Spoken Word Poetry Performance at PACE's 47th Annual Gala

View Event Photos The Rooftop Terrace at the GRAMMY Museum was transformed into a celebration of unity and community at Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment’s (PACE) 47th annual gala, Sounds of Solidarity. The event, held on October 5th, 2023, helped raise support and awareness for PACE’s community development work within the AAPI and ethnic minority […]

PACE Empowers L.A. Residents with Free Water Bill Assistance

PACE staff attending CalCAPA's LA Water Assistance Event

Water is a fundamental need, but the burden of high water bills can be overwhelming for many Los Angeles residents experiencing financial hardship. That’s why PACE was proud to participate in CalCAPA’s LA Water Assistance Event to directly assist community members and families with their utility expenses. The one-day event was held on Friday, July […]

PACE 46th Annual Gala

PACE held its 46th Annual Gala on September 15th, 2022 at the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel in Little Tokyo. The gala featured live entertainment, food & drinks, and inspirational words from our special guests and speakers. Funds raised from the event support our community economic development programming throughout the year and we could not have done […]

PACE 43rd Annual Gala

PACE's 43rd Annual Gala

Dear Friends, Thank you for your support of PACE’s 43rd Anniversary Celebration! We had a wonderful time celebrating with all who attended. View Photos from the Gala Thank you to our Sponsors Aloha “Love” – Title Sponsor Ali’i “Royalty” Kahuna “Leader” Ohana “Family” Hoaloha “Friend” Neil Yoneji & Family Malihini “Visitor” Jon Mayeda & Family […]