What is the Advanced Leaders Collective?
Designed for mid-career professionals, the USJC ALC is a cohort-based program that fosters authentic connections and empowers individuals to explore their professional and personal journeys, while also carefully considering the balance between the two.
Immerse yourself in an engaging and supportive community, where community-conscious individuals share inspirations, confront life’s challenges, and collaborate on impactful professional and community initiatives. Explore a world of opportunities within USJC and beyond, and make a meaningful difference in your life and your community.
Cultivate Connections
The USJC ALC Program offers a unique annual platform for mid-career professionals to cultivate authentic relationships and engage in deep discussions about their careers, personal journeys, and their balance between work and life.
Transformative Dialogue
Discussions within the program are designed to uncover common challenges, ignite inspiration, and unveil opportunities for participants.
Built for Mid-Career Professionals
This program serves as a signature program opportunity tailored specifically for mid-career professionals within the organization. The program offers participants a vibrant network and a solid foundation from which to operate within the organization.
Our Second Year
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our second class for the Advanced Leaders Collective program. This year, we welcome a new cohort of 21 exceptional members to the ALC family. Representing a diverse range of geographies and industries, this year’s class also introduces a significant new segment to our program. We’ve strategically recruited participants from USJC’s Japan network, ensuring that our program brings together both American and Japanese citizens. This cross-cultural exchange is at the core of our mission.
With this year’s program, we’re focused on fostering deep relationships, building a strong sense of community, and creating lasting impact through meaningful people-to-people connections.
Please join us in welcoming the 2024 cohort:
| Dhru Beeharilal (Washington, DC) | Eiko Okamoto (New York) |
| Yuko Kakazu (Hawaii) | Tomohiko Oshikawa (New York) |
| Kelly Kawaoka (Hawaii) | Steve Sakanashi (Texas) |
| Misako Kitaoka (Japan) | Kozue Sawame (New England) |
| Tadashi Koyama (Japan) | Michael Sera (Northern California) |
| Marissa Nicole Machida (Hawaii) | Danny Taing (New York) |
| Kenyon Mayeda (Southern California) | Stacy Uchida Brown (Texas) |
| Anna Nagamine (Japan) | Hisae Uki (Hawaii) |
| Takanori Nagatomo (Japan) | Miho Urisaka (New York) |
| Spark Nakamura (New York) | Timothy White (Washington, DC) |
| Mitchell Noguchi (Hawaii) |
Program Dates
The USJC ALC Program takes place in conjunction with the 2024 Annual Conference starting the evening of October 28 through October 31.
Location
Cerulean Hotel, Shibuya, Tokyo
Schedule
| Time | New Class | Alumni | Notes |
| Monday 10/28 | |||
| 6:00pm-9:30pm | Opening Dinner | — | |
| Tuesday 10/29 | |||
| 8:00-12:00pm | New Class Workshop | — | |
| 12:00-1:00pm | Lunch | Both ALC classes, All ELP classes | |
| 1:00-5:00pm | Joint Session | ||
| 5:00 | — | ELP dinner. Networking dinners | |
| Wednesday 10/30 | |||
| All Day | USJC Members Forum | ||
| 9:00 pm | Joint Nijikai – ELP, ALC, JALD (new classes) | ||
| Thursday 10/31 | |||
| All Day | USJC Conference Day | ||
| 7:00-9:00pm | Closing Dinner | ||
Workshops Abstract
The USJC ALC platform’s workshop-based programming approach emphasizes the career journey’s dynamic nature, evolving alongside life and career goals. Our programming offers various tools to assess one’s current position and aspirations, drawing insights from individuals engaged in the mid-career phase. Moreover, it explores future possibilities and strategies to achieve desired career trajectories while concurrently fostering the growth of one’s professional network. The USJC ALC’s comprehensive workshop delivery approach caters to individuals seeking to navigate and adapt effectively to the ever-changing landscape of their careers. Through interactive workshops, participants will actively engage in discussions, exercises, and networking opportunities, ensuring a dynamic and personalized learning experience to enhance their career development and growth.
Application
Applications are closed for this year. Stay tuned for more information about our 2025 program.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this differ from the Emerging Leaders Program (ELP)?
The Advanced Leaders Collective recruits from the age demographic after ELP. Whereas the ELP upper age cut-off is 35, ALC recruitment starts at age 35. Additionally, whereas ancestry and citizenship are requirements for the ELP program, those are not requirements for ALC.
How does this differ from the Japanese American Leadership Delegation (JALD)?
Whereas JALD consists of an international delegation to Japan, ALC takes place in conjunction with the USJC Annual Conference. Participation in JALD and ALC are not mutually exclusive.
Can alumni of other USJC programs (like ELP, Tomodachi, Mitsui) participate in ALC?
Yes.
Additional Questions?
Email Derek and Craig: [email protected], [email protected]