Tadashi Fashion & Art Scholarship
In 2002, the Tadashi Fashion & Art Scholarship was founded to provide financial assistance to art students who demonstrate exceptional potential and commitment to become established artists in their chosen fields. Applicants of any age may apply but support is given to those who are not yet established in their fields and who are undertaking programs of study which will advance their artistic development and who are pursuing career paths that can lead them to become established artists.
HistoryTadashi Shoji of Japan always had a passion for the arts. As a student he studied as an apprentice to the renowned avant-garde artist, Jiro Takamatsu. In the ‘70’s Tadashi immigrated to Los Angeles, California where he found work under Hollywood costume designer, Bill Whitten. It was here that he was inspired to create his own eveningwear. Today his evening wear is fashioned by celebrities but appeals to women of all ages, interests and sizes.
Tadashi Shoji, who is the Official Designer for the Miss Universe and Miss USA beauty pageants, has opened his flagship signature boutique at South Coast Plaza in March 2004. For over 20 years, Tadashi has developed a devoted following of customers worldwide for luxury eveningwear, better dresses and special occasion separates season after season. His fashion line continues to prosper with upscale retailers such as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales and specialty retailers worldwide.
For his success, the Asian Business League recognized Tadashi Shoji at its 2002 Annual Awards Banquet as Entrepreneur of the Year. Tadashi took this opportunity to forge a lasting relationship with ABL by creating a sponsorship that would enable him to give financial assistance to a student that shares his passion for the arts.
For further information about Tadashi Shoji and his collection, please go to www.tadashicollection.com
AwardsThe Tadashi Foundation and its President, Tadashi Shoji shall award two scholarships in the amount of $1000.00 to the top two candidates to be used towards furtherance of their education and development in the arts.
Hilary A. Tan Scholarship Award
HistoryIn 1984, Hilary A. Tan along with a few other dedicated individuals started an organization in order to promote more networking opportunities and provide more business connections to the growing Asian American population. In honor of Hilary A. Tan, ABL continues to award one individual of Asian descent who is currently in or entering the first year of a two-year MBA program in Southern California accredited university.
AwardsThe recipient of this scholarship will receive $1,000 scholarship award and a two-year complimentary membership to ABL for the term of the two year MBA program and also receive a discounted rate to all ABL professional networking events and seminars.
Recipient of the Hilary A. Tan Scholarship for the 2004 term will be announced at the 20th Annual ABL Awards Dinner which will be held on November 17, 2005 at the Omni Hotel in downtown Los Angeles and will be determined by the Scholarship Committee. Recipient will be invited to attend the Awards Dinner as an honored guest.
