Since 2007, the Catalyst Leadership Program has developed and connected our region’s next generation of diverse leaders. During the 9-month program, participants expand their individual leadership and management skills, create meaningful relationships with emerging leaders across industries, gain insight from the experiences of established community leaders, and work to move the needle on key issues through a collaborative community project.
Please consider the following commitment before applying to participate in this program.
*The location and time of in-person sessions, the one-day retreat, and the graduation ceremony are subject to change.
To participate in this exclusive leadership program, there is a tuition cost of $2,500. There are several options available for payment:
This program provides a forum for participants to explore their individual leadership goals through a variety of interactive conversations with local leaders on topics, such as:
Meeting dates and topics are subject to change.
The ideal Catalyst Leadership Program candidates are engaged, dedicated and committed to their professional leadership development. They understand the importance of lifelong learning, creating shared value and meaningful participation in the organizations and communities they serve.
****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.
For more information about the Catalyst Leadership Program, contact Nikki Saechao at nsaechao@calasianfoundation.org.
For 35 years, Cassandra Walker Pye has enjoyed a successful career in communications, government, politics and advocacy for corporate interests in global, national, state and local arenas. She has served in a variety of leadership roles including being appointed Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Schwarzenegger, launching her own communication consultancy firm 3.14 Communications, and currently serves as the President for Lucas Public Affairs.
As Program Director, Cassandra is the class mentor and facilitator, offering a wealth of wisdom and guidance from her years of leadership experience.
Wells Fargo
Kaiser Permanente
SAFE Credit Union
Highlands Community Charter & Technical Schools
PRIDE Industries
Sage Strategies
Kaiser Permanente
Lucas Public Affairs
Siemens Mobility, Inc.
Siemens Mobility, Inc.
Golden 1 Credit Union
Asian Resources, Inc.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District
Highlands Community Charter & Technical Schools
SMUD
Sacramento Region Community Foundation
Health Education Council
Acheson Wine Company
Oracles of Truth Academy
State of California
Sacramento State
Phigenics
McCarthy Holdings Inc
Safety Center Inc
