Induction Criteria
Legacy’s Highest Honor
Asian Heritage
Inductee can trace at least 25% of their national or racial lineage to one of the following 36 regions. Citizens of these regions, regardless of race or ethnicity, are eligible.
East Asia China, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Mongolia, North Korea, South Korea, Taiwan
Southeast Asia Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam
South Asia Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
Central Asia, Eurasia Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia
Asian Indigenous and Ethnic Minority of one of the 36 regions listed above.
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander ancestry.
American Indian and Alaskan Eskimo sovereign nation.
Asian Indigenous
Or, Inductee can trace 25% of their lineage to Indigenous or Aboriginal ancestry.
Asian Advancement
Inductee may be non-Asian racially, yet demonstrate a significant commitment to advancing Asian advocacy.
Cross-cultural collaboration can be fostered through philanthropy, marriage, wartime sacrifice, and other contributions that promote recognition of Asian legacy within mainstream society.
Lasting Legacy
Achievement
Distinguished pioneer and trailblazer of outstanding character who made significant contributions for the betterment of community, country, and humanity.
Impact
Pillar of the community with lasting impact on future generations. Overcame adversity and contributed to the advancement of a more honorable society.
Inspiration
Role model of the American Dream and intergenerational ideals. Serves as a leading voice of the community, embodying enduring values of their generation and era.
Process
January 1 - February 1
Nominating Members Round
Each Nominating member may nominate two honorees. If confirmed, Nominating Member must have contact information to forward or deliver Official Confirmation Letter.
February 1 - 28
Screening Committee Round
Nominations are screened to Final Round List. Peer interviews, background checks, other rubric criteria are conducted.
March 1 - April 30
Confirmation Committee Final Round Voting
Final Round Voting List is submitted to Pinnacle Worldwide. Confidential votes are tabulated by Pinnacle.
May 1
Heritage Gala at Biltmore Los Angeles
Official Announcement & Global Press Release
November 7
Induction 2026
Twenty-Second Anniversary
The Biltmore Los Angeles