Seat at the Table with Brandon Sakbun, Mayor of Terre Haute
Date: July 24, 2025
Time: 5 PM - 7 PM
Location: Old National Bank Building, 900 East 96th Street Suite 500 Indianapolis, IN 46240
Seat at the Table with Mayor Brandon Sakbun – Event Recap
On July 24th, Asian American Alliance Inc. hosted another inspiring installment of its Seat at the Table series, featuring a candid conversation with Mayor Brandon Sakbun of Terre Haute. The evening began with a vibrant networking reception, bringing together community members, professionals, and emerging leaders to foster meaningful connections.
The moderated session that followed offered attendees a rare opportunity to hear directly from Mayor Sakbun as he shared his compelling journey—from growing up in Terre Haute to becoming the city’s youngest mayor in history. A proud graduate of Terre Haute South Vigo High School, Mayor Sakbun spoke about his academic and military achievements, including his degrees in finance and public affairs from Indiana University and his distinguished service as a Captain in the U.S. Army Rangers.
Throughout the evening, Mayor Sakbun reflected on the values and experiences that shaped his leadership—his commitment to service, his deep roots in the community, and his vision for Terre Haute’s growth and revitalization. Attendees left inspired by his authenticity, humility, and unwavering dedication to public service.
Asian American Alliance is proud to highlight voices like Mayor Sakbun’s that reflect the diversity, resilience, and impact of Asian Americans in leadership today.
See all the photos below (credit: Antonio Chapital)
