APACC Blood of the Dragon is a culture-infused business networking event offering guests access to corporate executives, entrepreneurs, community leaders, decision-makers, angel investors, partners and diverse businesses. Nearly 150 guests will gather, dressed in red and burgundy attire, for this strolling networking.
Bringing vendors and buyers together. AGENDA Doors open at 8:00 AM 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Registration Begins Continental Breakfast Doors will open at 8:00 a.m. Breakfast served from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM Oakland County Remarks The event will kick off with an introduction from County Executive Dave Coul...
2026 will mark the 23rd anniversary of the APACC East-West Business Connection. This global supplier diversity matchmaking event attracts small and minority-owned businesses, Supplier Development practitioners, corporate procurement, and business-to-business professionals. Attendees include Asian and U.S. businesses, minority business enterprises (MBEs), OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and corporate purchasing teams. The event features networking, a supplier exhibition, and the ''Meet the Buyer'' Showcase, which provides suppliers the opportunity to engage one-on-one with corporate buyers on specific procurement needs.
You are cordially invited to join APACC at our annual fundraising gala. Celebrate with our founding members, sponsors, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders to celebrate the past year's achievements.