Introduction to AAMA
About AAMA Silicon Valley
With a long history and proven track record of success, AAMA is Silicon Valley's leading business network promoting the success of technology enterprises in the Pacific Rim. Having deep roots and wide reach in the local Silicon Valley community and on to greater Asia, AAMA today has a worldwide network of 10,000+ representing well over 2,000 companies. AAMA’s membership roster represents a diverse and influential spectrum of technology industries, including the internet, wireless, telecommunications, multimedia, semiconductor, software, hardware, electronics and bio-tech industries, as well as financial and professional services industries that are integral to high-tech development. AAMA boasts a strong line-up of various programs ranging from the monthly Speaker Series Meeting to the premiere annual Connect Conference.
Founded in 1979, Asia America MultiTechnology Association (AAMA), formerly known as Asian American Manufacturers Association, is the largest pan-Asian technology association in the world.
AAMA aims to accelerate ideas and best-in-class collaboration, resulting in successful business ventures throughout the Asia-Pacific region and global economy.
With a network of 10,000+ leading executives, stakeholders and investors from over 2,000 companies and chapters throughout Asia and the U.S., AAMA’s roster represents a diverse and influential spectrum of technology industries, including AR/VR, robotics, internet, wireless, telecommunications, multimedia/gaming, semiconductor, software, hardware, electronics and biotech/genomics, life sciences and healthcare, as well as leading financial and professional services experts integral to high-tech development.
Through its diverse programs ranging from Corporate Venture Capital Roundtables to Speakers Series to annual Silicon Valley-Asia Technology Conferences, AAMA provides a forum in which members can network, exchange ideas and share resources.
AAMA’s global presence includes chapters in Silicon Valley, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, Hong Kong/Pearl River Delta and Taiwan. Each chapter hosts local events to promote regional business relationships and works closely with the Silicon Valley headquarters to ensure members have access to global information and benefits.
AAMA Mission:
The AAMA strives to:
- Create an organization that delivers programs to professionals interested in U.S. and Asian technologies
- Foster business growth and capital investment across Silicon Valley and Asia
- Identify and promote new emerging markets, technologies and high potential ventures
AAMA Milestones:
- 1979: Founding of AAMA, formerly known as Asian American Manufacturers Association
- 1990: Hosted first annual business and technology conference
- 2002: Changed name to Asia America MultiTechnology Association (from Asian American Manufacturers Association)
- 2004: Launched AAMA Beijing Chapter
- 2007: Launched AAMA Shanghai Chapter
- 2009: Launched Cleantech Special Interest Group
- 2010: Formed AAMA Seoul Chapter Organizing Committee
- 2012: Launched AAMA Pearl River Delta Chapter, now AAMA Greater Bay Area
- 2012: AAMA Taipei Chapter launched
AAMA (Greater Bay Area) Chapter -previously AAMA Pearl River Delta Chapter- has been formed under the leadership of Dr Robert Lee, Chairman, in 2012 and is very active with many recent events: https://www.aamagba.org
AAMA members are invited to join our events when they visit the Greater Bay Area - Pearl River Delta (Hong Kong & South China).