Corridor Welcome Reception Scheduled for August 3
The quarterly “Welcome Reception”, a program designed to introduce new and existing members of the community to individuals and organizations with varying interests, will be held Monday August 3rd from 5:30-7:30PM at the Theatre Cedar Rapids/Lindale location along Collins Road in Cedar Rapids. This event is free and open to the public.
The Welcome Reception strives to pave the way for communities, employers, cultural organizations and citizens to unite and network for a diverse, welcoming Corridor. Established residents and new members of the community are encouraged to attend this night of networking. The reception will also introduce the following new members of our community:
Greg Eyerly, City of Cedar Rapids
Jim Purvis, AEGON, USA
Matt Widner, City of Cedar Rapids
Michael Roberts, Acciona
Steve Schulz, Rockwell Collins
Information booths for the collaborative groups include presenting sponsor Professional and Technical Diversity Network (PTDN) and supporting sponsors Diversity Focus, the Eastern Iowa Human Resources Association (EIHRA), ImpactCR, the Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance (ICCA), Cedar Rapids Downtown District and the Cedar Rapids Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Complimentary appetizers, beer and wine from LJ’s, beer and wine will be served, along with entertainment by New Bohemia. RSVP in encouraged to get an accurate count for food and drink. To RSVP, attendees are asked to log on to http://eihra.org/content.asp?ID=861&Date=8/3/09
