Asian Arts Initiative
The Asian Arts Initiative (AAI) is a nonprofit organization in Philadelphia which focuses on art and the Asian-American community. It was founded by Gayle Isa, who also served as AAI's first executive director until June 2018. Under the leadership of Anne Ishii (2018–2024). and now Interim Director Dave Kyu, AAI has grown into a innovative, welcoming, and financially solid institution with a current annual budget of over $2M and significant cash reserves. AAI’s tight-knit, passionate team of 19 thrives in a culture that values humanity, equity, and creative risk-taking.