Digital series premieres on YouTube ahead of America’s 250th anniversary featuring innovators who have shaped our nation’s story, including YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, USB inventor Ajay Bhatt, Yahoo! co-founder Jerry Yang, rapper MC Jin, music executive Sophia Chang, NBA champion Jeremy Lin, and culinary pioneer Martin Yan.

TAAF expands its award-winning “Asian+American” campaign with a new storytelling initiative inviting communities nationwide to reclaim overlooked AAPI history.

NEW YORK, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) is unveiling The United States of Asian+America, a digital series produced in partnership with Wong Fu Productions that tells the untold stories of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) firsts, inventors, and industry pioneers behind America’s biggest industries and cultural shifts (watch the trailer here and the premiere episode here).

From the music topping the charts to technologies powering our daily lives to the food enjoyed in every corner of the country, AAPIs have played an outsized role in the experiences that define America today. Yet as the country prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, much of the public still has limited knowledge of AAPI history and influence. According to TAAF’s 2026 STAATUS Index, more than half (53%) of U.S. adults cannot name a single major moment in Asian American history, and just 7% believe AAPI communities have “a great deal” of influence on U.S. culture.

The United States of Asian+America will take viewers on a journey to meet the AAPI trailblazers who have shaped modern American life, through a series of original and intimate interviews featuring guests like:

Ajay Bhatt (Chief Architect and Co-inventor, USB, PCI Express, Thunderbolt)Sophia Chang (first Asian woman in hip hop)Steve Chen (Co-Founder, YouTube)Dr. David Ho (Professor of Medicine, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons)MC Jin (Asian American hip-hop pioneer)Dr. Kamal Kalsi (Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army Reserves; Chief Medical Officer, Victory Medical Institute)Jessica Koga (winemaker, Schramsberg Vineyards)Jeremy Lin (NBA champion, Co-Founder, JLIN LLC and Board Chair, Jeremy Lin Foundation)Chef Martin Yan (Founder, President and TV host of Yan Can Cook! on PBS)Jerry Yang (Co-Founder, Yahoo! and Founder, AME Cloud Ventures)Madelyn Yu (former president of Philippine Nurses Association of America)And more

Each changemaker is paired with a host carrying their legacy forward:

Jaeki Cho (Righteous Eats)Lois Cho (Founder of Cho Wines)Piper Curda (actress)Shruti Ganguly (award-winning filmmaker and writer)Jon Kung (Chef, Cookbook Author and Content Creator)Philip Wang (Co-Founder, Wong Fu Productions) 

Episodes will be released on a rolling basis through the end of 2026 on TAAF and Wong Fu Productions‘ YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram channels.

“From the Indian American engineer who helped connect the world through USB, to the Filipino nurses who cared for America during the COVID-19 pandemic, to the Chinese American chef who transformed how Americans experience Chinese food, AAPIs have had an outsized impact on the U.S.,” said Norman Chen, CEO of TAAF. “As America approaches its 250th anniversary, The United States of Asian+America brings these stories to the forefront—told by the people who shaped them. AAPI history is American history.”

“Wong Fu Productions has been a pillar in Asian American culture and media for over two decades. We made our own stories when there were no mainstream opportunities. We’ve been unapologetic and intentional in our mission to highlight our modern experiences and talent,” said Philip Wang, Co-Founder of Wong Fu Productions. “I’m honored to direct this series with my producer Benson Quach, and join TAAF in creating an empowering, and evolving, series that can preserve what previous generations have accomplished, while connecting with the next and hopefully inspiring them knowing that our community can, and has done, incredible things in this country.”

The United States of Asian+America is a major expansion of TAAF’s award-winning “Asian+American” PSA campaign, which launched in 2025 to foster dialogue around the beautiful complexity of being both Asian and American. To transform the series into a community-powered movement that uplifts AAPI history, TAAF is also announcing the TAAF Asian+American Storytelling Initiative, a program that invites creatives across the country to join in telling stories about our shared history.

Later this summer, storytellers can participate by visiting asianplusamerican.org and submitting a pitch around an important AAPI figure, movement, or moment in U.S. history. Pitches will be evaluated by a committee of acclaimed creators and filmmakers, and finalists will receive awards up to $10,000 and mentorship to develop their ideas into short-form videos.

In addition to The United States of Asian+America and TAAF’s Asian+American Storytelling Initiative, TAAF is celebrating local AAPI business owners and their businesses through limited edition collaborations. At launch, TAAF is partnering with Nostalgia, a Bay Area AAPI-owned streetwear brand, on a limited-edition Tang Denim jacket. 10% of proceeds support TAAF’s city-based initiatives. Pre-orders open today at enternostalgia.com; jackets release July 3.

The United States of Asian+America is streaming now on YouTube. TAAF invites the AAPI community to share their own stories using #AsianPlusAmerican and tagging @TAAForg.

To learn more about the TAAF Asian+American Storytelling Initiative, please visit asianplusamerican.org.

About The Asian American Foundation (TAAF)
TAAF serves the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community by promoting safety, fostering belonging, and advancing prosperity. Launched in 2021 in response to the rise in anti-Asian hate and to address the long-standing underinvestment in AAPI communities, we invest in initiatives to combat anti-Asian hate, integrate AAPI studies into school curricula, elevate authentic AAPI storytelling, and expand resources and representation for our communities. Through our high-impact initiatives, events, and investments in national and local nonprofits, we’re creating a permanent and irrevocable sense of belonging for millions of AAPIs in the United States. For additional information about TAAF, please visit www.taaf.org or follow @TAAForg on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, or Facebook.

About Wong Fu Productions
Wong Fu Productions is an independent digital production company specializing in commercial and film production, founded in 2003. Established as a YouTube channel reaching over 3 million subscribers and over half a billion views, the company has evolved into a full-service creative studio. With independent narrative work that has landed on streamers and theaters around the world, and award winning branded content and campaigns for leading companies, Wong Fu has become a beacon in Asian American media for generations. Through its commitment to representing the AAPI audience, as well has uplifting new AAPI talent in front and behind the camera, Wong Fu continues its mission from over 20 years ago. Learn more at wongfuproductions.com.

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ESPOO, Finland and NOIDA, India, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HCLTech (NSE: HCLTECH) (BSE: HCLTECH) , a leading global technology company, today announced that it has been selected as a strategic partner by Neste, the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel.

The partnership is part of Neste’s company-wide performance improvement program, which is making the company operationally stronger, strategically more focused and better prepared for growth in its core renewables business. As part of this, HCLTech will drive IT service consolidation, boost efficiency and build an agile, scalable technology capability. Going forward, Neste will look to utilize HCLTech’s scale and deep technical expertise in areas directly related to its core business competencies.

“As part of our ongoing efforts to improve performance and simplify our IT landscape, this partnership plays a key role in strengthening our core IT capabilities,” said Eeva Sipilä, CFO at Neste. “Our initial priority is to drive efficiency and maintain business continuity. We look forward to building a solid foundation and a long-term collaboration to deliver Neste’s business goals.”

“This partnership is an important step in strengthening Neste’s IT service delivery and supporting a more efficient operating model with the changing needs of the global energy sector,” said Ajay Bahl, Chief Growth Officer, Energy and Manufacturing at HCLTech. “We look forward to working closely with Neste to ensure a smooth transition and deliver reliable, high-quality services that support their business operational excellence and Neste’s strategic goals.”

About Neste

Neste (NESTE, NASDAQ Helsinki) is the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste’s revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion. Read more: neste.com

About HCLTech

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 227,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around AI, digital, engineering, cloud and software, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Semiconductor, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, Mobility and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending March 2026 totaled $14.7 billion. To learn how we can supercharge progress for you, visit hcltech.com.

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Rapidly growing pharmaceutical services platform receives industry recognition 

NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Petauri, a purpose-built pharmaceutical services platform, today announced its inclusion in the MM+M Agency 100 2026, a definitive guide to the most innovative and impactful healthcare marketing agencies in North America.

Published annually by MM+M (Medical Marketing + Media), the Agency 100 recognizes organizations that are driving meaningful progress across the healthcare marketing landscape, spanning strategy, creativity, and measurable business outcomes.

With 32% year-over-year growth, Petauri’s recognition reflects its continued momentum and the strength of its integrated model, designed to help pharmaceutical and biotech companies navigate an increasingly complex and constrained market access and medical communications environment. The company supported nearly 300 organizations in 2025, adding over 100 new clients to its roster.

“When I describe Petauri, it is often easier to start with what we don’t do, as in undifferentiated capabilities” said Dan Renick, CEO of Petauri. “We are highly intentional about where we focus, because those are the areas where we know we can deliver unmatched expertise and impact. Our teams are built to solve some of the most pressing challenges facing our clients today.”

Those areas include U.S. and global HEOR, payer market access, medical communications, health system engagement, and Medicaid access consulting. In 2025, Petauri expanded its platform with the addition of Artia Solutions, further strengthening its ability to support clients across the full spectrum of access channels. As manufacturers face mounting scrutiny from payers, more restrictive coverage policies, and evolving legislation, success requires a more integrated, system-level approach to access strategy, and Petauri’s highly curated suite of capabilities provides that.

“In addition to continued growth across our market access teams, we are seeing strong demand for experienced partners who can translate complex data into clinically meaningful narratives, particularly as innovation accelerates in rare and orphan diseases,” Renick continued. “That demand is reflected in the growth of our Petauri Advance medical communications teams, whose deep expertise in highly specialized therapeutic areas like oncology, hematology, immunology, and neuroscience is critical as the science advances and clarity becomes essential.”

This recognition follows another milestone for the organization, its recent Great Place to Work® certification, underscoring both its external impact and strong internal culture.

“It is incredibly rewarding to see the organization recognized in the market, and equally meaningful to know that the culture we are building resonates with our teams,” said Lauren Gonzalez, VP of Human Resources at Petauri. “Our people are our greatest strength. Their collaboration and commitment to our clients are what make Petauri what it is today.”

As Petauri continues to grow, the organization remains focused on its core mission: helping life sciences companies navigate industry and scientific complexity, demonstrate economic and clinical value, and ultimately speed patient access to innovative therapies.

About Petauri

Petauri is a purpose-built pharmaceutical services platform based in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded by CEO Dan Renick in partnership with Oak Hill Capital, the platform is launching, acquiring, and combining best-in-class companies with recognized expertise in global market access, medical affairs, commercialization support, patient services, and data and analytics.

Since it was founded in 2023, the platform has launched Petauri Advisors and acquired The Kinetix Group, the agencies of FORCE Communications, Mtech Access, Delta Hat, the agencies of the Brightly Network, Formulary Insights, and Artia Solutions, all now Powered by Petauri™. The legacy organizations now comprise Petauri’s six business units—Petauri Advance, Petauri Advisors, Petauri Evidence, Petauri Kinect, Petauri MAx, and Artia Solutions. Over time, Oak Hill will invest more than $250 million of equity capital in this initiative from its latest fund (OHCP VI). The platform works with pharmaceutical and life sciences clients to improve patient outcomes by establishing the scientific, economic, humanistic, and societal value of medical advances.

From strategy to implementation, Petauri seamlessly supports these clients with a wide range of innovative solutions that speed patient access to life-changing care. For more information, please visit www.petauri.com.

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