From the Desk of Richard Konisiewicz
I once was an international student. It was a long time ago but I recently related that experience to friends whereby we discussed at length the problems of so many students from all over the world who are studying in Northeast Ohio’s colleges and universities. I wondered if they felt the same anxiety as I did. To add to my trepidation back then was the fact that it was also my first overseas trip that tilted my personal anxiety-meter to extreme.
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On the Road With Richard Konisiewicz... Dispatches from Poland
This month, we follow Global Cleveland’s Richard Konisiewicz as he treks through Poland. Richard’s travels began in the Polish capital of Warsaw, which is also the country’s largest city. Much of Warsaw – especially the city’s old town – was destroyed during World War II, but has since been painstakingly restored to its pre-war beauty. From Warsaw, Richard headed north to Dansk, then south to visit cities like Poznan, Krakow, Zakopane, Wieliczka, and more! Keep reading for a glimpse into his travels!
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Global Cleveland and International Partners in Mission to Host #Welcome2Cle Reception
On October 28, please join Global Cleveland and International Partners in Mission (IPM) in welcoming IPM’s international visitors, project partners, regional staff, and executive board members! The visitors are arriving in Cleveland from Brazil, El Salvador, India, Nicaragua, and all over the United States. The group will be in the area to attend a number of IPM events, including the Annual Awards Luncheon and International Executive Board meeting. The welcoming reception will he held at the new Santorini Greek Taverna in the Cleveland’s Warehouse District.
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International Newcomer Spotlight: Joel Ayapana
When Joel Ayapana was four years old his family relocated from Pagbilao, a small village nestled within the archipelagic islands of the Philippines in the Pacific Ocean. Ayapana’s family had been told that the Midwest was full of employment opportunities, so in the late 1970s the family moved to Cleveland. At times the transition was difficult, particularly when the family had to struggle just to make ends meet.
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Congratulations to local artist Nahid Sadrian!
In honor of National Welcoming Week, Global Cleveland is presenting an ongoing art exhibit at the main branch of the Cleveland Public Library. The exhibit, which showcases works by local International Newcomer artists, will be on display through the end of September. The free exhibit is open daily from 10a – 6p, and is closed on Sundays. Although Welcoming Week is over, Global Cleveland hopes to continue to honor the contributions made by newcomers to the Cleveland community. … Speaking of artwork, local artist Nahid Sadrian sold her first painting during the exhibit’s opening reception on September 15th!
Global Cleveland’s Inaugural Global Employer Breakfast A Huge Success!
On September 9th, Global Cleveland hosted the inaugural Global Employer Breakfast at the InterContinental Hotel and Conference Center. This was the first in a series of corporate conversations that will focus on the expansion of the region’s talent pool. Nearly 60 people registered to attend on behalf of Cleveland-area employers, including the MetroHealth System, the Cleveland Clinic, Weatherhead School of Management, Cuyahoga Community College, the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Antal International, and many more. Thank you to all those that participated!
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Global Cleveland and JumpStart Present Startup Connections: A Career-Oriented Workshop for Entrepreneurs and Talent
Join Global Cleveland and JumpStart on October 29 at Lorain County Community College for the third installment in a series of collaborative talent attraction workshops. The goal of the workshops is to grow a diverse talent pool that will support the growth of start-up companies. Keep reading for a peek at the agenda, and be sure to check out the registration page for details, directions, and frequently asked questions.
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Report: Hiring International Talent
In today’s interconnected world, hiring international talent is an increasingly viable option for employers looking to hire candidates who possess unique skill sets and global perspectives. This has certainly been the case in Cleveland, which is home to the nation’s seventh largest concentration of college-educated International Newcomers.[1] Moreover, Northeast Ohio’s large health and education employers, which are part of the “eds and meds” sectors that are helping to drive the region’s economy, often serve as magnets for attracting international job seekers.
Newcomer Spotlight: Racquel Armstrong
After 9 years spent living in Boston, Philadelphia, and Columbus, Racquel Armstrong is happily settling back into life as a Cleveland resident! Armstrong, a current resident of Beachwood, was raised on Cleveland’s east side and attended Hawken School prior to relocating to Boston for her undergraduate degree. Upon graduation from Wellesley, where she majored in urban studies and economics, Armstrong moved once again, this time to Philadelphia to pursue a master’s degree at the prestigious University of Pennsylvania.
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