H. Dean Hua– Chief Networking Officer

He’s got a passion for working with entrepreneurs. His primary business is pushing pixels everyday for his web design studio and marketing consultancy, Sachi Studio. At Sachi, he’s serious about working with entrepreneurs who are in need of what he does best– develop an online presence that helps them improve their bottom line.

Dean has been involved in the local networking community for several years. He has been Vice President for the DC Chapter of NAAAP- National Association of Asian American Professionals. NAAAP is the largest non profit APA networking organization with over 20 chapters across the U.S and Canada. Though Asian, he still loves listening to country music and gets a kick whenever people are surprised to hear that.

You can reach Dean at his email,deanhua [at] gmail.com

Rick Dassler– Partner and Ambassador

Through his company, Family Lender, Rick provides exceptional and smart mortgage planning. As a consultant, he helps improve the life style of his clients by increasing cash flow through capital re-allocation. He specializes in mortgages for new home buyers, investors and credit challenged families. When Dean met Rick, he quickly realized how well versed Rick is in the art and science of business networking. After seeing how business savvy Rick is, Dean had to have him on the team as one of his partners in crime.

You can reach Rick at his email, rdassler [at] familylender.com

Tak Lo– Partner and Ambassdor

Management consultant for BearingPoint by day, Tak Lo is a marketer of philanthropic causes and enjoys creating networking synergies through various DC area networking groups. With his attention to detail and commitment to his clients, Tak translates his consulting expertise to charitable projects, including working with Make-A-Wish of the Mid-Atlantic, Toys for Tots, and the Lance Armstrong Foundation. He has also worked closely with his alma mater, the University of Chicago, and learned valuable leadership lessons during his US Army service.

As a Cross Roads ambassador, Tak brings under 40 entrepreneurs together to share ideas and passions. He is deeply committed to the networking ideal of helping all parties achieve success. Tak’s always open to creating bridges between drastically different businesses over a great meal!

You can reach Tak at his email, tak.c.lo [at] gmail.com