The Fund for the Pacific Century, a charitable, nonprofit organization, is accepting applications for its 16th class of Pacific Century Fellows. ADVERTISING The Fund for the Pacific Century, a charitable, nonprofit organization, is accepting applications for its 16th class of
The Fund for the Pacific Century, a charitable, nonprofit organization, is accepting applications for its 16th class of Pacific Century Fellows.
The program, modeled after the White House Fellows Program, is designed to recognize and encourage Hawaii’s future leaders.
The nine-month program will include approximately 30 of Hawaii’s most promising individuals from all segments of the community who are in their mid-20s to early 40s. The fellows will be selected by a 16-member committee of prominent citizens based on their demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals and on having exhibited leadership qualities in their current professional, volunteer and civic activities.
Mufi Hannemann, who serves as chairman of the board of the fund, was himself a White House Fellow in 1983-84.
“It has been exciting to see this program develop and to hear from past participants on how they have benefited from the experience,” the former Honolulu mayor said.
Graduates of the program include elected officials in various positions, bank executives and top business leaders, major labor and non-profit representatives, university professors, media and public relations officials, physicians and dentists, and military officers.
“We will be selecting our 16th class of fellows and providing these up-and-coming leaders with a unique opportunity to gain a better understanding of the issues confronting our community and nation,” Hannemann said. “Those chosen will gain a broader view of those issues through direct contact with senior community, social and government leaders.”
Individual companies can sponsor candidates for the program. The cost is $3,800 to cover expenses. Employers are encouraged to pay employee program costs, but tuition assistance is available. The deadline for submission of applications is June 30. The opening retreat that kicks off the 2017-18 program year is in September at Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu.
For applications or more information, visit www.pacificcenturyfellows.com.
