
Jacob Sanchez - Executive Assistant
Jacob Sanchez is a native of Hanford California and is passionate about serving the community. Graduating with the Hanford High Class of 2016, he comes with over 7 years experience in customer service. His background is in local/state government and law, finishing up his Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice. In 2016, he moved to Sacramento to attend College and interned at the State Capitol with the CA State Assembly. In 2017, he moved back to Hanford and shortly after was appointed to Hanford Planning Commission as the youngest person to serve in local government in Kings County. In addition, he serves on the KCAO Board of Directors, the Kings County Homelessness Collaborative, is a member of the Hanford Sunset Rotary Club, and is now the Chair of Hanford Planning Commission. He has also participated in youth initiatives, such as Inspire California, to motivate youth in Hanford to follow their dreams and accomplish their goals.
Jacob is an ambitious individual with a passion to serve and better the community we all call home. He is committed to the Chamber's mission of encouraging and promoting balanced businesses for the benefit of our community and is eager to see what we can all accomplish as a whole.
Experience and Recognition
- California State Assembly Resolution | Commending for Community Service
- Co-Rookie of the Year | Hanford Sunset Rotary Club
Expertise
- Great understanding of local government and how City departments function
- Knowledge of how Nonprofits are meant to function and the laws governing them
- Interpersonal communication skills to help build community relations
Education
- Continuing Education | Fresno Pacific University