Welcoming J-Sei’s New Executive Director: Ky Lam

Following an extensive national search, the J-Sei Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ky Lam as our next Executive Director. This decision follows a rigorous and inclusive search process conducted in partnership with NPAG, a national executive talent search firm.

“I am extremely happy that Ky will bring her excellent and deep experience in social services, leadership and strategic planning to J-Sei.
— Diane Wong

Ky brings to J-Sei more than two decades of visionary leadership in the nonprofit sector, government, and international development arenas across the United States and globally. She has deep experience in strategic planning, program design, financial oversight, human resources, and team development, and she has devoted much of her career to improving health care access. Ky is a values-driven leader whose work is grounded in equity, inclusion, and intergenerational impact—an ideal match for J-Sei’s senior service mission and community.

With deep and proven experience in nonprofit management, Ky’s commitment to human services will enhance J-Sei’s older adult programs and community building. She is highly respected for her ability to align values and outcomes through inclusive, partnership-centered planning, execution, and culturally responsive service models. She has successfully managed large-scale, multimillion-dollar organizations and brings deep experience in fundraising, grantmaking, and resource diversification.

“I am confident that Ky will advance the organization to continue serving our ever-growing multi-generational and multi-ethnic community.
— Ken Tsuboi

“I am extremely happy that Ky will bring her excellent and deep experience in social services, leadership and strategic planning to J-Sei. Her warmth and long-standing commitment to improving the lives of underserved populations will guide J-Sei into an exciting future,” noted Diane Wong, outgoing Executive Director.

J-Sei Board Co-Chair Ken Tsuboi said “I am confident that Ky will advance the organization to continue serving our ever-growing multi-generational and multi-ethnic community. I look forward, with great excitement, to working with Ky.

” Ky has deep roots in the East Bay. After resettling to the United States as a Vietnamese refugee in the early 1980s, she grew up in Oakland and attended public schools in the area. Ky Lam shares, “I am thrilled to build on J-Sei’s strong legacy of care, culture, and connection grounded in Nikkei values. As the new Executive Director of J-Sei, I look forward to maintaining and strengthening J-Sei’s positive and impactful environment and programming aimed at bringing families and communities together.”

The J-Sei Board of Directors whole-heartedly welcomes Ky and looks forward to a strong partnership in the continued growth and evolution of J-Sei. We hope you have an opportunity to meet Ky after she starts on August 4!