Press · April 30, 2026
Boston gave her a day.
Mayor Michelle Wu proclaimed April 30 “Courtney Pong Day” in the City of Boston, honoring her work as a small business owner, arts innovator, and champion for women and BIPOC entrepreneurs.
With Mayor Michelle Wu, April 30, 2026 · Photo: Mike Mejia, Mayor’s OfficeInc.|Boston Magazine|Boston Business Journal|The Boston Globe|WORLD Channel|The Mercury News|Inc.|Boston Magazine|Boston Business Journal|The Boston Globe|WORLD Channel|The Mercury News|
The story everyone asks about
The night she stopped the show.
Courtney Pong shuts down a group of misogynistic stand-up comics and discovers the power of her own voice.
Articles & media
In the news
AwardBoston Business Journal · 2020
40 Under 40
The city’s best and brightest young professionals.
FeatureInc.3 Lessons We Can All Learn From AAPI Entrepreneurs
InterviewBoston Business Journal · 2021Courtney Pong mixes comedy with community at Rozzie Square Theater
NewsBoston Magazine · 2019Here’s Why the Owner of a Local Comedy Club Shut It Down Mid-Show
VideoMeet BostonThings to Do in Roslindale: A Video Guide
ListingsThe Boston Globe · 2020 & 2025What’s Happening in the Arts World
FeatureThe Mercury News · 2022Laugh it Up: ComedySportz San Jose’s Long Running Show is Back
FestivalCambridge-Somerville Asian Festival · 2025Festival Highlights
“There has never been a more urgent time than now for the skills and habits of improv to be part of your professional and team development.”Courtney Pong, in the Boston Business Journal
Listen in
Writing about Courtney?
Bio, headshots and interview requests.