Start your morning with purpose at Coffee with a Cause on Wednesday, April 9th from 7:30-9am at COhatch Polaris (1554 Polaris Pkwy, Suite 325, Columbus, OH 43230 – right behind the Cheesecake Factory and Barnes & Noble). Enjoy complimentary coffee, meaningful connections, and an engaging panel discussion featuring community and nonprofit leaders from across Central Ohio.
This month, our conversation is focused on “Supporting New Americans & Refugees in Columbus” featuring an open discussion on the refugee experience, immigration services, and community support efforts for New Americans, including cultural and workforce integration. This is your chance to connect with like-minded professionals, learn about impactful work in our region, and leave inspired to make a difference. Don’t miss it!
Our lineup of panelists includes:
• Abdikhayr Soofe - New American Program Coordinator for the City of Columbus
• Carrie Bollentino - Director of Speech Services at Columbus Speech & Hearing
• Dianna Russell - Director of Advancement, Marketing and Communications at ETSS Tewahedo Social Services
• Teresa Temu - Education Programs & Outreach Lead at US Together, Inc
Our moderator is Mallory Workman - Community Relations Specialist at DCBDD and CYP Club Leadership Council Conversations Co-Chair!
Agenda:
• 7:30am: Arrival, Open Networking, Grab Coffee
• 8:00am: Panel introductions
• 8:15am: Coffee with a Cause panel discussion, plus audience Q&A
• 8:55am: Closing announcements
Cost: It’s free to attend and all are welcome to join us. Coffee and light breakfast are included!
Parking: Parking is available for free.
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