SEIU Local 1
Sasha Ongtengco currently serves as Program Director for Creative Workers at Arts Alliance Illinois, focusing on advocacy for resources and conditions that benefit Illinois creative workers. In a previous role, as a Contractor for creative worker resource development, Sasha launched a Help Desk to support arts businesses in accessing COVID-19 relief funding. Additionally, Sasha coordinates nursing assistant pathway programs for the Chicagoland Healthcare Workforce Collaborative and teaches anti-harassment and discrimination skills for SEIU Local 1. Prior experience includes directorship at Cara Connects, where Sasha led business operations and developed partnerships, and a fellowship at The Aspen Institute aimed at enhancing workforce development strategies. Sasha's background in recruitment at Cara Chicago and sales roles within the hotel industry further enriches a diverse professional portfolio. Sasha holds a B.S. in Economics and Spanish from DePaul University.
SEIU Local 1
SEIU Local 1 members are working in 11 cities in six states, and our jobs are some of the highest paying in our industries. SEIU Local 1 security officers, food service workers and janitors are working with community leaders to advocate for the quality services the public deserves and the good jobs our communities need. SEIU Local 1 cities include our headquarters in Chicago as well as members and officers in Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Springfield, and Toledo.