President Henry Chen and the 2025 AREAA North Los Angeles leadership team take their oath of office, officially installed by AREAA National President Jamie Tian at a gala held at CBS Studios in Studio City, California. Photos courtesy of Marc Pijuan
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) North Los Angeles Chapter celebrated the installation of its 2025 leadership team during a gala event on March 8, 2025, at CBS Studios in Studio City, California.
The evening marked the official induction of Henry Chen as President, alongside a dedicated board committed to advancing sustainable homeownership within the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.
A Night of Celebration and Leadership
The gala featured the presence of Jamie Tian, the 2024-2025 AREAA National President, who officiated the installation ceremony. Tian praised the North Los Angeles Chapter for its dedication to empowering AAPI homeownership and emphasized AREAA’s commitment to education, advocacy, and industry collaboration.
Adding depth to the evening, guest speaker Cherrie Brown delivered an insightful address on current market trends and strategies for industry professionals to support sustainable homeownership within the AAPI community. Her perspectives provided valuable guidance for attendees navigating the evolving housing landscape.
Henry Chen’s Vision for AREAA North Los Angeles
As the new President, Henry Chen brings a wealth of experience in real estate and community leadership. Having previously served as Vice President of the chapter, Chen has been instrumental in driving initiatives that promote homeownership access and professional development.
Under his leadership, the chapter is expected to focus on:
• Education and Professional Development: Expanding training programs and resources for real estate professionals.
• Community Engagement: Strengthening outreach and advocacy efforts to address housing challenges within the AAPI community.
• Industry Collaboration: Enhancing partnerships with mortgage lenders, developers, and policymakers to drive meaningful changes in housing policies.
AREAA North Los Angeles 2025 Leadership Team
Installed by National President Jamie Tian, the 2025 AREAA North Los Angeles leadership team includes:
Executive Board:
- Henry Chen – President
- Clemente Dela Torre – Vice President
- Robert Rivera – Treasurer / VP-2
- Ranee Q Barlis – Assistant Treasure
- Zenia Cadji – Secretary
- Imelda Leano – Immediate past President
- Audra Lorenzo – Past President 2023
- Rodrigo Suerte Felipe – Past President 2022
Board of Directors:
- John Schroeder
- Jose Padilla
- Patrice Quishenberry
- Ron Bautista
- Rizza Lombos
- Sean Pharms
- Teresita Millado
Advisory Council
- Winnie Davis
This dedicated team is poised to drive the chapter’s initiatives and strengthen its role as a key advocate for AAPI homeownership.
AREAA: A National Force for AAPI Homeownership
Founded in 2003, AREAA is a national nonprofit trade organization with over 19,000 members and 45 chapters across the United States and Canada. It serves as a powerful voice for housing and real estate professionals dedicated to advancing AAPI homeownership and addressing key challenges such as lending barriers and housing affordability.
The North Los Angeles Chapter, under Henry Chen’s leadership, will continue aligning with AREAA’s broader mission while tailoring initiatives to address local real estate market dynamics and AAPI community needs.
For more information on AREAA North Los Angeles, upcoming events, and membership opportunities, visit AREAA North Los Angeles.
