Leadership Education For Asian Pacifics

What Leadership Education For Asian Pacifics does

Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics (LEAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1982 and headquartered in the Little Tokyo neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. LEAP's mission is to achieve full participation and equality for Asian and Pacific Islanders through leadership development, empowerment, and policy advocacy. The organization serves corporate professionals, nonprofit staff and executives, and higher education communities through a portfolio of six core programs (LEAP Emerge for students, LEAP Advance for higher education, LEAP Engage for nonprofit executives, LEAP Exceed for corporate executives, LEAP Impact for nonprofit staff, and LEAP Pathways for business professionals), supplemented by virtual and in-person workshops (LEAP Connect, LEAP LAB Series) and an annual flagship event (Leadership Experience and Celebration, or LEC).

LEAP generates revenue through a diversified nonprofit funding model spanning corporate sponsorships (with named supporters including Target, Macy's, Lowe's, Farmers Insurance, UPS, Cisco, Toyota, Capital One, Coca-Cola, and AEG), individual donations and matching gift programs, tiered event ticket sales ($1,000 corporate / $650 nonprofit), unit-priced workshop assessments ($51-$120), and foundation grants (including a 2024 grant from ECMC Foundation). Its go-to-market motion is community-led and event-driven, leveraging a 150,000+ alumni network, multi-channel content (blog, podcast, newsletter), and in-person programming to acquire and retain participants. The organization operates without proprietary technology, delivering services directly through its 11-50 staff and facilitators.

LEAP has built a 40+ year track record with 17 research publications, 2,500+ organizations influenced, and a 4.78/5 average program rating. It is a founding member of the Alliance for Board Diversity (alongside Catalyst, The Executive Leadership Council, and HACR), and operates the Asian and Pacific Islander Public Policy Institute (established 1992) as a research subsidiary. The organization holds no patents, has no app or API, and does not disclose revenue or financial performance publicly.

Name

Leadership Education For Asian Pacifics

Legal name

Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics, Inc.

Website

https://leap.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LEAP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1982 that delivers leadership development programs, workshops, and research for Asian and Pacific Islander professionals across corporate, nonprofit, and higher education sectors, reaching 150,000+ program participants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Leadership Development Training

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Civic and Social Organizations (81341)

akta.pro primary industry

Leadership Assessment, 360 Feedback & Development Planning (EDABAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

DEI, Equity & Inclusion Training (EDABAIAF), Leadership Potential, High-Potential & Succession Assessments (BPACAMAH)

Keywords

• Leadership development training
• Nonprofit leadership programs
• Executive education services
• Workforce diversity training
• Professional development workshops

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Corporate Sponsorships: LEAP generates revenue through annual corporate contributors who sponsor the organization at various levels. These sponsors receive visibility, enhanced employee engagement, and demonstrate commitment to API diversity. Sponsorship packages include Annual Contributors, Leadership Experience and Celebration sponsors, Program sponsors, and Research sponsors.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: LEAP receives tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 95-3879677). Donors can give online, by phone, through marketable securities, or via matching gift programs. The organization also accepts honorary and memorial gifts.
3. Event Tickets and Registration: LEAP generates revenue through ticket sales for its Leadership Experience and Celebration (LEC) annual event. Tickets are tiered by attendee type: Corporate ($1,000), Non-Profit ($650), and General Registration for small business owners and unaffiliated individuals.
4. Workshop and Assessment Fees: LEAP charges fees for workshops and assessments, such as the Intercultural Conflict Styles (ICS) workshop at $60 per assessment (or $51 for alumni) and the Behaviors and Motivations workshop at $120 per assessment (or $96 for alumni).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

LEAP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that develops and delivers sector-specific leadership development programs, workshops, and an annual flagship event for Asian and Pacific Islander professionals. It sells paid registrations for its Leadership Experience and Celebration (LEC) event and unit-priced workshop assessments (e.g., Intercultural Conflict Styles at $60, Behaviors and Motivations at $120), while also providing corporate on-site training, higher education campus programs, and published research reports on API leadership representation.

Product overview

LEAP (Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics) is a nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive suite of leadership development programs across multiple sectors. The portfolio includes six core programs: LEAP Emerge (student fellowship), LEAP Advance (higher education), LEAP Engage (nonprofit executives), LEAP Exceed (corporate executives), LEAP Impact (nonprofit staff), and LEAP Pathways (business professionals). Supporting offerings include workshops (LEAP Connect, LEAP LAB Series), annual events (Leadership Experience and Celebration), and research initiatives (Public Policy Institute reports, Board Representation Research, and Asian American Executive Leadership Reports). The organization serves over 150,000 program participants across corporate, nonprofit, and higher education sectors with a 4.78 average program rating.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LEAP Emerge: Fellowship program for students
• LEAP Advance
• LEAP Engage
• LEAP Exceed
• LEAP Impact
• LEAP Pathways
• LEAP Connect
• LEAP LAB Series

Products and services

• LEAP Emerge: Fellowship Program for Students Fellowship program for Asian and Pacific Islander college students providing leadership development opportunities and pathway support for those entering professional careers.
• LEAP Advance: For Higher Education Leadership program specifically designed for higher education professionals and faculty, supporting career advancement and leadership development within academic institutions.
• LEAP Engage: Executive Nonprofit Leaders Program Executive-level leadership program for nonprofit sector leaders, focusing on governance, strategic leadership, and organizational impact.
• LEAP Exceed: Executive Leadership Program Executive leadership program for senior professionals in the corporate sector, designed to build C-suite readiness and executive presence.
• LEAP Impact: Nonprofit Staff Leadership Program Leadership program for nonprofit staff at various levels, emphasizing practical leadership skills and career progression within the nonprofit sector.
• LEAP Pathways: For Business Leadership development program for corporate professionals and business sector employees, focusing on workplace leadership and advancement.
• LEAP Connect Virtual workshop and presentation series providing ongoing leadership development content and community engagement opportunities for API professionals.
• LEAP LAB Series Interactive workshop series featuring hands-on leadership development activities and simulations, including the Lost Paws cooperative leadership simulation.
• LEAP Leadership Experience and Celebration Annual flagship two-day event featuring workshops, keynote addresses, panel discussions, honoree awards, and gala celebration honoring API leaders across sectors, held in Los Angeles. Tiered ticket pricing: Corporate $1,000, Non-Profit $650, General Registration for small business owners and unaffiliated individuals.
• Intercultural Conflict Styles (ICS) 1.0 Workshop Unit-priced workshop assessment on intercultural conflict styles, available at $60 per assessment (standard) or $51 per assessment (alumni). Includes workshop materials and assessment tools.
• Behaviors and Motivations: Turning Insights Into Action Workshop Unit-priced workshop assessment using DISC and Driving Forces behavioral instruments at $120 per assessment (standard) or $96 per assessment (alumni). Participants must complete DISC and Driving Forces assessments in advance.
• Asian and Pacific Islander Public Policy Institute Research Reports Research institute established in 1992 that publishes major policy reports addressing API community issues including immigration, economic diversity, civic engagement, and affirmative action. Includes 11 public policy reports in total.
• LEAP Board Representation Research Reports Research initiative assessing API representation at highest leadership levels in corporate, foundation, and nonprofit sectors. Includes Fortune 500 and Fortune 100 board diversity studies; LEAP is a founding member of the Alliance for Board Diversity and co-authors the Missing Pieces Report. Includes 6 board census reports in total.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average program rating of 4.78 out of 5 across all LEAP programs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and supporting.

• Alliance for Board Diversity (ABD)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2004LEAP is a founding member of the Alliance for Board Diversity, a collaboration with Catalyst, The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), and Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HAR). The ABD produces the Missing Pieces Report examining diversity on Fortune 500 boards. Diversified Search serves as advisor and facilitator.
• CatalystcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCatalyst is a founding member of the Alliance for Board Diversity alongside LEAP, ELC, and HACR, working together to enhance shareholder value through promoting inclusion of women and minorities on corporate boards.
• The Executive Leadership Council (ELC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerELC is a founding member of the Alliance for Board Diversity, collaborating with LEAP and other organizations to advance research and advocacy for diverse board representation.
• Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHACR is a founding member of the Alliance for Board Diversity, partnering with LEAP on joint research and advocacy initiatives for board diversity.
• TargetflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerTarget serves as Presenting Sponsor for LEC 2026 and 2025 Leadership Experience and Celebration. The partnership provides significant visibility for Target's commitment to API community and diversity efforts.
• Macy'scoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMacy's is a 2026 LEAP Annual Contributor and LEAP Emerge program sponsor, demonstrating commitment to API leadership development and community investment.
• Lowe'scoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLowe's is a 2026 LEAP Annual Contributor supporting LEAP's mission to develop API leaders.
• Farmers InsurancecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFarmers Insurance is a 2026 LEAP Annual Contributor supporting leadership development for APIs.
• UPSsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerUPS is a workshop sponsor and in-kind sponsor for LEC 2026, providing support for LEAP's leadership programming.
• Coca-ColasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCoca-Cola serves as Bronze Sponsor for LEC 2026, supporting LEAP's annual flagship event.
• Asian Pacific American Herald (APAHENational)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerAPAHENational is a Silver Sponsor for LEC 2026, supporting Asian Pacific Islander leadership development.
• Brewery XsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerBrewery X is a Workshop Sponsor for LEC 2026, supporting specific workshop programming.
• Panda ExpresssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPanda Express partnered with LEAP for a nationwide fundraiser on May 13, with 28% of sales donated to support API leadership development.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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