The International Center is a catalyst to inform, convene and connect public, private and civic global objectives in Indiana.
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GLOBAL TIES U.S. 2019 NATIONAL MEETING
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In late January, Martin Baier and Ashley Eason represented The International Center at the
Global Ties U.S.
2019 National Meeting in Washington, D.C. Each year, this meeting provides our staff and leadership of the International Visitor Leadership Program the chance to connect with our partners at Global Ties U.S., the U.S. Department of State, programming agencies, and the network of more than 80 organizations across the country that host professional exchanges through the IVLP program. IVLP provides emerging leaders from around the globe the chance to meet with their professional peers around the U.S. through a targeted visit.
This year’s meeting centered around the theme, “The Exchange Effect: Growing Impact at Home and Abroad.” During the formal seminars and side conversations we had the chance to showcase the successes of our work as well as learn from the successes of others. Center visits to various embassies, including China and Finland, rounded out an impactful week in D.C.
While the government shutdown limited involvement by State Department personnel, many of them were still able to join in meetings and conversations. Even with anticipated delays in federal funding, we learned we can still anticipate a full year of groups visiting Indianapolis from around the world, and we look forward to involving our network here in professional meetings, cultural activities, and dinner hospitality soon!
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MARYVONNE KERZABI HONORED
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Maryvonne Kerzabi, who for several years was the face of the International Visitor Leadership Program at The International Center, was honored at the recent Global Ties U.S. National Meeting in Washington, D.C. by being named Translator of the Year. Martin Baier, International Center president and CEO, as well as a former colleague of Maryvonne’s, accepted the award on her behalf.
“It’s clear that Maryvonne continues to bring the same spirit of passion and excellence to her work in serving the Department of State and the IVLP program that she brought to the program while she was part of the International Center team,” said Baier. “We are proud of her and wish her continued success in her service to citizen diplomacy.”
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The International Center is proud to host Dr. Katherine Brown, President and CEO of Global Ties U.S., as the keynote speaker at The Center’s Annual Meeting on February 15. The event will be staged at The Eiteljorg Museum, and Dr. Brown will provide insights into U.S. foreign relations through the lens of citizen diplomacy, including what it means to all of Indiana.
Center president and CEO Martin Baier will review and celebrate highlights of 2018 and offer a preview of 2019.
One of the morning’s highlights will be formal announcement of the 2019 International Citizen of the Year honoree. Gerry Dick, International Center Board of Directors member and creator and host of Inside INdiana Business will serve as emcee.
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The International Center welcomes Glennda McGann as the Development & Engagement Director!
Glennda,
a Hoosier by birth, has a depth of experience in higher education and not for profit hospital system philanthropy, most recently serving for six years as assistant dean for development and external affairs at Herron School of Art and Design, IUPUI.
She earned an undergraduate degree in business management from Indiana Wesleyan University and holds masters degrees in nonprofit management from Regis University and public relations from Indiana University.
“Glennda’s considerable development experience, together with her track record in several sectors important to the work of The International Center, is a winning combination. We are pleased to welcome her to The Center to round out our marketing and development team,” said Martin Baier, president and CEO of The International Center.
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Each semester, The International Center gives undergraduate and graduate students a variety of opportunities to connect with local and international leaders, improve professional skills, and work in a fast paced international environment.
This spring, the International Center welcomes four interns:
- Emily Croak, a senior at Butler University studying Human Communication and Organizational Leadership, as the Competency/Protocol/IVLP intern;
- Ally Laake, a junior at Marian University studying political science, as the Relocation Services intern;
- Tan Madhavan, a graduate student at Butler University for her Master of Business Administration, as the Programs and Services intern; and
- Rebecca VanVliet, a senior at Butler University studying marketing, as the Marketing and Communications Intern.
Pictured left to right: Tan, Emily, Ally, and Rebecca
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February 12
Ransburg Auditorium
1400 E Hanna Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
February 13
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
1067 N. Main St.
Speedway, IN 46224
February 14
JW Marriott
10 S. West St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
February 15
International Marketplace Welcome Center
3685 Commercial Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46222
February 21
IUPUI Campus Center
420 University Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN
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