National Welcoming Week is Almost Here!
Global Cleveland is proud to participate in National Welcoming Week, a nationwide event that recognizes the contributions of International Newcomers in local communities. In 2014, over 160 events attracted over 15,000 participants across the country. Keep reading to find out what Global Cleveland has planned for 2015!
Global Cleveland & Cleveland Council on World Affairs Host #Welcome2CLE Cookout
Global Cleveland and Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) are jointly hosting a Welcome Cookout for 33 international Fulbright Scholars who will be in Cleveland for a weekend of fun on August 7th-August 9th.
Ohio Means Jobs!
Each month, we take a look at one of the region’s highest in-demand career categories according to Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ). OMJ is powered by the State of Ohio and offers a wide range of no-cost services to employers and job seekers. This month, rather than focusing on a specific industry, we are providing an in-depth overview of OMJ’s scope of services!
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International Newcomer Spotlight: Ramon Pagan
In 1989 Ramon Pagan immigrated to Ohio from Puerto Rico, bringing along with him his wife, young child, ten moving boxes, and a ten thousand dollar debt. Growing up, Pagan’s mother was an entrepreneur that ran a neighborhood store that sold everything from jewelry to household items. Pagan inherited his mother’s strong work ethic – and entrepreneurial spirit – and was driven to succeed.
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Thanks to All Who Made #chooseCLE a Success!
On July 16th, Global Cleveland partnered with Summer on the Cuyahoga, the Cleveland Hillel Foundation, NeoIntern, FlashStarts, (i)Cleveland, and Engage! Cleveland to host the second annual #chooseCLE career and networking expo. This event was an amazing opportunity for summer interns to learn from Cleveland area professionals about exciting opportunities, organizations, and employers in the Greater Cleveland region.
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Summer Program Now Available at Global Cleveland's Welcome Hub!
In October 2014 Global Cleveland partnered with Friends of the Library, the City of Cleveland Heights, University Heights school district, Heights Libraries, US Together, and Welcoming Heights to open a community Welcome Hub for Displaced Personss resettling in Cleveland Heights. Participation grew throughout the fall and spring, and we are happy to announce summer programming has now begun!
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Guest Blog: Bonnie Dick
Did you ever feel that the world was going backwards and not forward? If so, let me encourage you to join Global Cleveland. This is an organization that is trying to reach out to others so that we can move forward. Our country was built on the talents of International Newcomers and Global Cleveland is trying to recreate that philosophy to make our city and country more successful and stronger. Collaboration is important to the understanding of other cultures and we should be celebrating our differences so we can work together to build a better place to live for all. Diversity is the key to success and Cleveland should be dedicated to this idea.
Global Cleveland Celebrates International Newcomer Heritage Month
June marks International Newcomer Heritage Month, and people across the country are sharing their American stories. Global Cleveland asked to hear from you, whether you’ve recently embarked on your first day as an American citizen or want to share how your ancestors arrived here. Migration is sacred to our nation – and to Cleveland – and we honor and appreciate the contributions made by International Newcomers in our city and beyond. Be sure to check out our webpage to read all the stories, and a huge thank you to those who contributed!
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Newcomer Spotlight: Camille Nixon
After spending ten years living in Manhattan, Camille Nixon could proudly call herself a New Yorker. However, last February, all of that changed when she relocated to Cleveland. Nixon, now a downtown Cleveland resident, is the new Director of Government Program Operations for Medical Mutual. Medical Mutual is re-entering the Medicare Advantage market, and in her new position, Camille is responsible for supporting market re-entry from an operations perspective.
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Hiring Spotlight: Cohen & Company
Since 1977, Cohen & Company has provided Cleveland-area communities, entrepreneurs, business owners, and non-profits with high-quality tax services and full-service accounting needs. This month, we spoke to Abigail Seman, Human Resource Coordinator at Cohen & Company, to discuss international applicants, interview tips, and more! Keep reading for a behind-the-scenes perspective on hiring practices.
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