JAKAPA

JAKAPA is a small company based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, with a staff of three employees. The company generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. JAKAPA specializes in providing an assessment and development program focused on building 32 critical soft skills. This program targets five key domains: self-management, innovation, social engagement, emotional resilience, and cooperation. JAKAPA believes these skills are essential for student success in various aspects of life, including academics, professional careers, and personal well-being. JAKAPA's program aims to address the growing concern among employers who struggle to find graduates with sufficient soft skills. The company highlights the increasing importance of soft skills, noting that eight out of the top ten skills projected for 2025 are categorized as soft skills. JAKAPA differentiates itself by offering a structured curriculum designed to equip students with these vital skills, recognizing the challenges teachers face in incorporating soft skills development into their existing workloads. For more information about JAKAPA and its assessment and development program, please visit their website at jakapa.com.