"Global Cleveland" initiative to launch next week! Be part of the summit and party!

Global Cleveland is an organization focused on regional economic development through actively attracting newcomers, welcoming and connecting them both economically and socially to the many opportunities throughout Greater Cleveland. Global Cleveland will provide a point of contact for all newcomers, both domestic and international, to help them establish greater organizational and individual connection within the Greater Cleveland community.

Join Global Cleveland for a celebration to mark its official launch in Cleveland!

Global Cleveland Launch Party
May 24, 5:30 – 9:30 pm

We’re kicking off Global Cleveland with a huge bash at Cleveland City Hall. Hear from Mayor Frank Jackson and County Executive Ed FitzGerald and enjoy live music, great entertainment and delicious food. This party is free and open to the public. Gather up your friends and family, and join us.

Global Cleveland Summit
May 25, 2011

Following an evening of celebration, Global Cleveland is hosting a Summit that will bring community leaders, organizations and individuals to the table to brainstorm ideas for creating a more global and welcoming city. Work groups will address topics that are key to Global Cleveland’s mission and vision, like [full agenda HERE]:

• Retaining International Students by Engaging Businesses
• Talent Sourcing Strategies
• Assisting Businesses with Retention and Connection
• Creating Welcoming Neighborhoods
• Fostering Boomerang Attraction
• Creating a Welcoming Culture
• Connecting Refugees to Economic Opportunity
• Leveraging Relationships in Ethnic Communities and Other Affinity Groups to Bolster the Population

Do you have a unique perspective on one of these topics? Would you like to be included in the discussion?

RSVP for the Party and the Summit on the Global Cleveland website HERE.