Building Pathways to Employment,
Business Success and Stronger Communities
Ascending Pathways empowers individuals, supports small businesses, and strengthens underserved communities through training, resources, partnerships, technology, and opportunity.
Our Missions
Ascending Pathways expands opportunity and equity by empowering individuals—especially those from underserved and historically underrepresented communities—to gain the skills, knowledge, and support needed for career success, creative expression, and economic stability. We combine innovative workforce development and senior service programs with inclusive, hands-on experiences—such as public festivals, interactive labs, culinary training, business education, creative arts, and entrepreneurship initiatives—to break down barriers to employment and participation. By leveraging advanced technologies, including AI, across the arts, sciences, and emerging workforce fields, we make our resources accessible to all, ensuring that language and learning differences are never obstacles to opportunity.
Develop a Pathway to Success
We provide language-accessible education, comprehensive career support, entrepreneurial resources, and strong partnership networks to empower individuals for long-term economic growth.
How Can We Help You Today?
Find the Right Pathway for You
Everyone’s journey is different. Whether you are looking for a job, starting a business, hiring employees, learning new skills, or seeking community support, Ascending Pathways helps connect you with the right resources and opportunities.
Jobs Opportunities
Looking for stable employment? We provide training, resume support, interview preparation, job fairs, and employer connections to help you move forward.
Skilled Employees
Need reliable workers? We help employers train and connect with prepared candidates who are ready to contribute.
Business Support
Starting or growing a business? We help with bookkeeping, funding resources, business formation guidance, AI tools, and professional connections.
Local Resources
Need help finding support? Our Resource Navigation Center connects individuals, families, seniors, and businesses with programs and services.
Our Program & Services
Workforce Development
Training, resume support, interview preparation, job fairs, and employer connections for individuals seeking stable employment.
Employer Workforce Solutions
Customized training and candidate preparation for companies seeking long-term, reliable employees.
Culinary Career Academy
A 12-week culinary training program led by Chef Phillip Thigpen for individuals pursuing careers in food service.
Community Meals Program
Affordable, healthy meals for seniors and low-income households while creating paid training opportunities for culinary students.
Workforce Development
Support for entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking funding, grants, business formation guidance, and professional connections.
Creative Arts & AI Innovation
Supporting local artists through events and competitions while helping small businesses use AI to increase productivity.
Bookkeeping Training & Services
Training future bookkeepers while providing affordable bookkeeping services to small businesses.
Bookkeeping Training & Services
Helping clients access resources, partner programs, community services, and opportunities.
What Makes us Different
At Ascending Pathways Inc., we redefine workforce development by merging cutting-edge AI accessibility, creative art, personalized career support, entrepreneurial empowerment, and strategic ecosystem networking. Our approach removes barriers and opens doors for individuals who have historically been underserved.
Traditional workforce programs leave many behind due to language barriers. We remove this limitation. With VowChats, an advanced AI-powered translation service, we provide real-time, multi-language access to all our training programs. No matter the language someone speaks, they can fully engage, learn, and thrive. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures that every voice is heard, every skill is valued, and every opportunity is accessible.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Our team, deeply rooted in the communities we serve, offers personalized career guidance that meets people where they are—whether they are entering the workforce for the first time, changing careers, or overcoming systemic barriers. From resume-building and interview coaching to career pathway planning, we equip individuals with the tools they need to succeed.
A job isn’t the only route to financial stability—entrepreneurship is a powerful tool for economic independence. We empower individuals with business training, mentorship, and access to funding opportunities. From crafting business plans and managing finances to mastering marketing strategies, we help aspiring entrepreneurs turn their visions into reality and build sustainable businesses that contribute to the local economy.
Success doesn’t happen in isolation—it thrives in a network of support. We bridge the gap between individuals and the businesses, organizations, and resources that help them move forward. Through strategic partnerships, we create direct access to jobs, internships, mentorship, funding, and entrepreneurial collaborations, ensuring that our participants don’t just find opportunities—they are connected to a thriving ecosystem that propels them forward.
Ascending Pathways Inc. is more than just a workforce development organization—we are a movement toward lasting economic mobility. By harnessing AI-driven inclusivity, deep community expertise, and a network of opportunity, we empower individuals with the tools, knowledge, and connections they need to thrive.
Let’s break barriers. Let’s create pathways. Let’s build futures—together.
Our Team
Chettha Saetia
Board Director
Chief Executive Officer
Frank Wang
Board Director
Chief Technology Officer
Nathan Chen
Board Director
Chief Operating Officer
Phillip Thigpen
Board Director
Program Director
Kevin Amaro
Board Director
Program Director
Together, We Can Build a Stronger Community.
Whether you need support, want to volunteer, are looking for employees, or want to invest in community impact, Ascending Pathways is here to help you take the next step.
Get in Touch with us
Schedule.koyows@gmail.com
Office
Chicago, IL