The NextGen Empower U program is designed to empower our next generation of socioeconomically disadvantaged young adults and support their journey through higher education and career success. Over three months, participants will define their own vision of success while focusing on three important areas: building strong and healthy relationships, continuing to grow in education and careers, and achieving financial independence.
Please consider the following commitments before applying to participate in this program.
The ideal NextGen Empower U candidates are self motivated, dedicated and open minded to personal exploration and growth. They understand the value of building a strong foundation for success, lifelong learning, and the strength of relationships and financial independence.
*We highly encourage candidates of Asian American and Pacific Islander descent to apply, but candidates of all backgrounds are welcome as well. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in our programs or activities.
Please consider the following commitments before applying to participate in this program.
This program will focus on unlocking the three keys to success including:
The ideal NextGen Empower U candidates are self motivated, dedicated and open minded to personal exploration and growth. They understand the value of building a strong foundation for success, lifelong learning, and the strength of relationships and financial independence.
***We highly encourage candidates of Asian American and Pacific Islander descent to apply, but candidates of all backgrounds are welcome as well. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in our programs or activities.
Jim Tabuchi first started working with Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce 15 years ago as the Program Director for the Catalyst Program. For nine years he mentored and developed leaders. These Catalyst grads can be seen throughout the community, leading corporate and non-profit organizations.
Jim has an extensive background that includes high tech corporate management, non-profit leadership and program development. He is educated in electrical engineering and applied that to become a Senior Manager in Hewlett-Packard. He then applied his management experience to grow the Sacramento Mandarins to become a leading arts non-profit organization, providing music education programs for over a thousand youth every year. He provides consulting services and leadership coaching to numerous organizations. His impact can be seen in numerous industries including high tech, education, banking, utilities, health care, government and more.
As a Program Director, Jim offers insightful mentorship pulling from his vast experience in leadership and community development.
American River College
Council on American Islamic Relations
Lao Family Community Development
California State University, Sacramento
California State University, Sacramento
American River College
Alliant International University
SMUD
California State University, Sacramento
PACS
San Mateo County Community College District
Sacramento Employment and Training Agency
SUSD
Lao Family Community Development
Health Education Council
Anderson Physical Therapy
Granite Bay High School
East Bay and Solano County Consortium
California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce
