
2025 CONFERENCE WORKSHOP
Scaling Yourself So You Can Scale Your Business
Unlock the mindset, risk tolerance, and leadership growth needed to reach your next level.

Steven Thao
Presented By:
Title:
CEO/Owner of Creative Results
Business/Organization:
Co-Owner/GP of Pan Asian Center
Workshop Details:
Scale the Leader, Scale the Business is a transformative session designed for entrepreneurs and business owners who understand that true business growth starts from within. In this workshop, we’ll explore how self-awareness, mindset shifts, and personal development directly impact your ability to lead, make strategic decisions, and scale your company effectively. You’ll gain actionable tools to identify personal bottlenecks, build leadership capacity, and align your internal growth with your external business goals. Whether you’re scaling a startup or expanding an existing brand, this workshop will help you unlock the next level - by scaling the most important asset in your business: you.
What You'll Learn:
Build a strong entrepreneurial mindset
Embrace real-world expectations and risks
Learn what support systems help scale
About the Presenter:
Steven Thao is a seasoned entrepreneur with extensive expertise in business development, real estate, and strategic growth. He currently serves as the CEO and Broker of Creative Results, a residential real estate brokerage headquartered in Minnesota, with operations extending into several cities across Wisconsin. Steven is also the Executive Director and Co-Owner of ScaleUp CRE, a commercial real estate brokerage and development firm specializing in commercial repurposing, redevelopment, acquisitions, and dispositions. In addition, Steven is a General Partner and Co-Owner of Pan Asian Center, a transformative redevelopment project consisting of two buildings totaling 406,500 sq. ft. at the Maplewood Mall addition envisioned as a vibrant, upscale Asian cultural hub, the center serves as a symbol of community and commerce, where Steven leads capital raising and construction initiatives. Further diversifying his business portfolio, Steven is a Co-Owner and Business Developer of Glow Yourself Skin & Laser, a medspa offering advanced laser treatments focused on skin rejuvenation, corrective procedures, and non-invasive solutions for unwanted hair and tattoo removal. Steven holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Multimedia Graphics Design from The Art Institutes and a Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship from Jones International University.
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About the 2025 conference
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical skills, meet peers, and invest in your business journey.
This workshop is part of the YOBIZMO 2025 Wealth Building Conference — a free, one-day event for Asian Minnesotans to build income, grow businesses, and expand creative futures.


DATE: Sat, Aug 16th, 2025
doors open: 9am
program hours: 10am - 4pm

LOCATION: Wilder Center
451 Lexington Pkwy N.,
St. Paul, MN 55104
Event Conference Schedules
Conference Schedule at a Glance
Agenda Overview:
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9:00 – 10:00 AM – Registration & Welcome Lounge Opens
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10:00 – 11:00 AM – Workshop Session 1 (4 concurrent workshops)
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11:00 – 11:10 AM – Transition Break
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11:10 – 12:10 PM – Workshop Session 2 (4 concurrent workshops)
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12:10 – 12:20 PM – Transition Break / Lunch Table Setup
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12:20 – 1:40 PM – Lunch & Keynote Program
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12:20 PM Lunch & Seating
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12:35 PM Welcome – Bao
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12:40 PM Welcome – Va-Megn
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12:45 PM Jeffrey Yang (Allianz) Remarks
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12:50 PM Kou Vang Keynote + Q&A
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1:10 PM Lisa Closing Remarks
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1:30 PM Raffle/Survey Instructions & Reminder
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1:40 – 2:40 PM – Workshop Session 3 (4 concurrent workshops)
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2:40 - 2:50 PM – Transition Break
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2:50 - 3:50 PM – Workshop Session 4 (4 concurrent workshops)
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3:50- 4:00 PM – Transition Break
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4:00 – 4:15 PM – Closing Remarks + Raffle Drawings

THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSOR:
