Albert Shen

Albert K. Shen, with a career spanning government, entrepreneurship, politics, and corporate strategy, currently serves as a strategic corporate advisor to the President and Board of Directors of GDAACC. After establishing his own successful civil engineering firm, Albert Shen quickly became a recognized advocate for minority-owned businesses, leading to significant community and policy engagement. In 2009, he received the Seattle Mayor’s Small Business of the Year award.

In this pivotal federal role, Shen provided strategic counsel to the MBDA National Director and oversaw the agency’s daily operations, with a primary focus on fostering the growth and enhancing the global competitiveness of minority entrepreneurs through dedicated programming and strategic partnerships. During his tenure at MBDA, Shen spearheaded crucial initiatives designed to develop sustainable policies and lead legislative and intergovernmental priorities across federal agencies. His work specifically addressed critical areas such as expanding international trade opportunities, streamlining government contracting processes, and improving access to capital for minority businesses nationwide. These comprehensive efforts significantly advanced the agency’s mission to create robust economic opportunities and champion diverse enterprises, directly impacting the trajectory of numerous minority-owned firms across the United States.

Leveraging his extensive experience across government, entrepreneurship, and corporate strategy, Albert Shen now serves as a strategic corporate advisor to the President and Board of Directors of GDAACC. In this capacity, he applies his deep understanding of policy, business development, and strategic partnerships to guide and support the organization’s objectives, continuing his legacy of impact in the corporate and community sectors.