FACC-Ohio's May Newsletter
French American Chamber of Commerce - Ohio
Grow your business in the United States and in France
May 2024
Cleveland French Cultural Garden UPDATE
We have funded more than $30,000 and finished Phase IA, which involved designing and dedicating our Cleveland French Cultural Garden. With the construction and installation of "The Monet Giverny-inspired Bridge," Phase 1B is already under way. The Bridge symbolizes the close ties that have existed between France and the United States since their foundation, particularly the relationship that France has with the City of Cleveland. The bridge will be entirely made of metal by artisans here in Northeast Ohio, as a tribute to the metalworks in Cleveland and France. Strolling across the bridge, visitors at the French Cultural Garden will be able to enjoy views of the parkway, the plaza, and an Impressionists’ Garden. The bridge is meant to serve as a lovely backdrop for a photo opportunity in addition to being a charming location with an air of nostalgia.
Please consider donating to the Monet Giverny-inspired Bridge Phase, which we hope to produce and install this summer. Our Phase 1B fundraising target is $30,000 for a total of $60,000 here on GoFundMe for the entire project so far.
CWRU Pi Delta Phi inducted into the National French Honor Society
Cedric Le Rouge French Honorary Consul - Executive Director of FACC attended the Pi Delta Phi Ceremony held on Tuesday, April 23rd at Case Western Reserve University. Pi Delta Phi, the college chapter, became a member of the National French Honor Society during the event. A portion of the ceremony took place via Zoom with CWRU regional President, Dr. Antoinette Barffour and was immediately followed by the induction ceremony for the inaugural student members! Also in attendance; Jane M. Battisson, Ph.D. Visiting Assistant Professor of French, French Section Head, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, Damaris Pu?ales-Alpízar, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Hispanic Studies - Chair, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures - Director, International Studies Program, Fabienne Pizot-Haymore - Lecturer of French, and Charlotte Snapere.
Friday, May 3
Inscrivez-vous!
As part of the election of French representatives to the European Parliament, organized on June 8 in the Americas zone (June 9 in France), see the link below to find a poster with a QR code to encourage French residents to register on the electoral rolls by May 3.
Thursday, May 9
Europe Day Celebration - Columbus
Every 9 May, Europeans celebrate Europe Day, a commemorative occasion that honors the inception of the continent's political and economic integration, and the enduring peace achieved as a result of the decades-long collective effort.
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Tuesday, May 14
Consular Corps May Meeting
Guest Speaker: CEO of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Wednesday, May 22
Gala La Nuit de Etoiles
La Nuit des Etoiles is the largest annual celebration of the French-American business community in the Chicagoland area.
Wednesday, May 22
Executive Committee - "Energy and its impact on Ohio businesses"
Today, we find ourselves at a critical juncture where the dynamics of energy supply, demand, and distribution are undergoing significant shifts, both locally and globally.
If you are an executive in Ohio, this is an opportunity to network and exchange ideas with leaders in the French American Chamber of Commerce Network.
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