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Connector ProgramsExpanding the Personal and Professional Networks of Immigrants
through Connector Programs
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Robyn WebbExecutive Director, National Connector Program, Halifax Partnership
Vin KoSenior Program Manager, St. Louis Mosaic Project
Gracie XavierDirector of Global Talent Retention Initiative, Global Detroit
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HALIFAX PARTNERSHIP Connector Program
Presented by: Robyn Webb– Executive Director, National Connector Program
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HOLD: POLL
Tell us about the Connector Program at your organization…
● Running for more than two years● Started within the past two years● Building one● Considering starting one● Don’t have one, just here to learn
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PARTNERSHIP MANDATEWe sell and market Halifax.
We are the go-to source on
the Halifax economy.
We connect business to the
resources they need to
prosper.
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CONNECTOR PROGRAMest. 2009
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It’s both.
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CONNECTOR PROGRAM
The Connector Program matches new residents, as well as local and international graduates in Halifax, with established business people and community leaders.
This informal networking session between the “Connectee” and “Connector” is as simple as having a cup of coffee and a chat, and then the Connector makes three introductions within their network.
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WHO ARE CONNECTEES
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CRITERIA
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WHO ARE CONNECTORS
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THE PROCESS
MEET MATCH REFER
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Benefits of the Connector Program • Supports Economic Goals – population and economic growth
• Businesses find new employees
• Immigrants and graduates improve job-readiness, build business networks and break into the labour market quicker
• Increases employer engagement in workforce development
• Increases labour market and community integration
• Fosters a welcoming, inclusive community
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Outreach for More Participants & Connectors• Example: four talent attraction, retention and engagement programs cross-promoting
engagement within the chamber’s Economic and Inclusion Division:
– St. Louis Business Diversity Initiative
– STL “i” Experience
– Gateway Connections
– St. Louis Mosaic Professional Connectors Program
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Male Brazil
Information Technology, cybersecurity, Network technology, Project Management
Portuguese, english, spanish, italian (basic), french (basic).
Mosaic Ambassador
Meet professionals in interest area, learn more about St Louis market, take some tips to adequate my resume and cover letter.
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CULTURAL AMBASSADORS PROGRAMGracie Xavier, Director GTRI
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Mission
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Thank You!
Questions?
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