We were delighted to hear that Cleveland was getting our very own event – a weeklong conference, no less – centered around Young Professionals (YPs) & how they can better connect with our city. Cleveland YP Week took place last week at venues across Greater Cleveland & comprised panels, social hours & even opportunities to connect over running & cycling. We were incredibly impressed with the work of Engage! Cleveland in putting together such a diverse line up of programs & congratulate them on their inaugural conference!
It was an honor to be asked to speak on the Cleveland Arts & Culture Scene panel – a Lunch & Learn that took place at Spaces Gallery. Our own Beth Rutkowski spoke along with Art Falco (President & CEO, PlayhouseSquare), Natalie Ronayne (President, Cleveland Botanical Garden) & John Goerhke (Programs Manager, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum).
Photo Credit: @InTheCLE
Todays #cleypweek #lunchandlearn on Cle arts & Culture – @spacesgallery is SOLD OUT http://t.co/emw2wAwXrT
— Global Cleveland (@GlobalCleveland) October 8, 2014
Kicking off! @EngageCleveland #cleypweek pic.twitter.com/CfIZ9NPBXj — GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
“If you have ideas, come talk to us…there are great opportunities to engage with @rock_hall staff! We do listen.” #JohnGoerhke #cleypweek
— GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
#NatalieRonayne poses a tough question: How do art orgs fit into YP’s lives? How can we connect better? #cleypweek — GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
“Be on the lookout – you may find connections/mentors that are valuable & you wouldn’t expect.” #BethRutkowski #cleypweek
— GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
“Connecting with YPs helps us to keep our ideas fresh & to continue our forward-thinking.” #BethRutkowski #cleypweek — GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
#BethRutkowski discusses org collaborations: “We always create ‘new.’
[Partnerships create work] that each org couldn’t create on their own”
— GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
“One person can make a difference.” – On creating a home for arts orgs @playhousesquare #ArtFalco #cleypweek — GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
#ArtFalco talks sustainable arts funding & what’s next @playhousesquare – excited as a performing partner #cleypweek pic.twitter.com/ySb3W0ojcr
— GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
“We would like to share #Broadway shows pre-Broadway…and it’s the next gen that will get us there.” #ArtFalco @playhousesquare #cleypweek — GroundWorks Dance (@GroundWorksDanc) October 8, 2014
We also would like to congratulate our YP ticket giveaway winner, Alexandria Flynn (@alexandria_m_f). We look forward to seeing you at our performance at the Allen Theater!
@GroundWorksDanc thanks for sharing my pic! I love being a YP here because I am vital part of building a sustainable CLE. #cleypweek
— Alexandria Flynn (@alexandria_m_f) October 8, 2014