Akemi C. has a strong background in program management, nonprofit governance, and community outreach. With experience in various roles such as Programs Manager, Interim Special Projects Director, and Co-Founder & Principal Coach, Akemi has worked with organizations like Mission Economic Development Agency and Oakland Asian Cultural Center. They hold a Master's Degree in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management from Antioch University-Los Angeles and a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from the University of Southern California. Akemi's expertise lies in strategic planning, grant management, and leadership consultation within the nonprofit sector.
Mission Economic Development Agency
"Adelante. Since 1973." We envision generations of Latino families choosing where to call home, thriving economically, succeeding in learning opportunities, and leading policy and social change toward a more equitable society. Our work focuses on equity via affordable housing, jobs, small business development, a CDFI loan fund, financial coaching, free tax preparation, a Promise Neighborhood community anti-poverty education initiative ... and much more.