Applications are now open for the 2025 Advanced Leaders Collective. The deadline to apply is July 28, 2025, 10 PM PST.
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.
2025 Program & Application
Applications are now open for the 2025 Advanced Leaders Collective. The deadline to apply is July 28, 2025, 10 PM PST.
The Advanced Leaders Collective is open to USJC members aged 35 and up who are ready to explore who they are becoming within a supportive, inspiring community. If you’re interested, we would love for you to join us.
Dates & Location
The USJC ALC Program takes place in conjunction with the 2025 Annual Conference at the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort starting the evening of October 13 through October 16.
Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday 10/13 | |
| 6:00pm-9:30pm | New Class Opening Dinner* |
| Tuesday 10/14 | |
| 8:00-12:00pm | New Class Workshop* |
| 12:00-1:00pm | Lunch* |
| 1:00-5:00pm | New Class & Alumni Workshop |
| 5:00pm | USJC Networking Reception |
| Wednesday 10/15 | |
| All Day | USJC Public Symposium |
| Thursday 10/16 | |
| All Day | USJC Members Day |
| 7:00-9:00pm | Closing Dinner |
*Monday Night and Tuesday morning’s activities are for incoming ALC class members.
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.
FAQ
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?
If you have additional questions, please contact Derek or Craig at [email protected] or [email protected].
Inside the ALC Experience
Our workshops, reflective exercises, and small-group conversations help you identify what matters most to you at this stage of life and leadership. But beyond the programming, it’s the personal moments—shared meals, quiet conversations, laughter during outings—that make this experience unforgettable.
“As someone who navigates both Japanese and American cultures, I connected deeply with the stories we shared. ALC became a space where I could truly show up as my whole self. The experience helped me reflect not only on the direction of my career but also on the kind of life I want to live—one that feels authentic, intentional, and aligned with my values.”
~Misako Kitaoka, ‘24
“I could not be more grateful for the opportunity to be a part of ALC ‘24. The trust that was built within the first few moments of coming together as a cohort laid the foundation for what became a powerful and unforgettable experience around supporting one another through shared challenges and celebrating milestones, all while building lasting relationships that feels unique to USJC.”
~Spark Nakamura, ‘24