Joel Jacinto is the former Executive Director of SIPA (Search to Involve Pilipino Americans), which he led to becoming the largest organization in the United States dedicated primarily to Pilipino American youth and families. SIPA offers an array of health and human services as well as community economic development programs, including counseling and case management, outreach and education, after-school enrichment, affordable housing, small business development, and financial literacy. In addition to his work in community development, Joel is an active educator and performer of traditional Philippine dance and music.

* Joel transitioned out of his role at SIPA in 2015.