"I was born and raised in the South, but I like to step out of my comfort zone, so I made the move to Cleveland and am truly grateful for the community I’ve found here."
"I returned home to fully immerse myself in the city's art, culture, and progress. Stepping away [...] gave me fresh perspective and appreciation for everything Cleveland has to offer."
"Moved to Cleveland with my wife in 1992 or so and we loved the city immediately. We have lived in Cleveland and never wanted to leave because of the sense of community and diversity."
"I am dedicated to helping prospective students and prospective Cleveland residents find their path [...] this showcases my deep commitment to both my profession and my adopted city."
"I've lived near Cleveland my whole life and always loved the city's versatile characteristics [...] I tell everyone I meet Cleveland has a little bit of everything for everyone."
"While I have lived all over the world, Cleveland has always been home. I love to show new people all of the wonderful things that we have to offer - from the well-known to the tiny & obscure."
"I am a Clevelander through and through and love experiencing all the rich culture the City has to offer every chance I get. It is truly a place unlike any other."
"I love sharing my experiences, advocating for the city, encouraging us to think big. There is so much to see, do an explore and everyone needs to know about it."
"I am passionate about empowering creatives to use their gifts to bring peace. I’ve built a small studio and decided to continue growing our impact here in Cleveland as I raise my family."
"I love the 'best of both worlds' lifestyle CLE provides, balancing my social calendar between the vibrant experiences of downtown and the serene views of the area's Metroparks."
"I am a boomerang resident of Greater Cleveland. After graduating, I moved back when I caught wind of the transformational development and momentum taking place in our city."
"I came to Cleveland for college and never left. I love the culture, people, natural amenities, and food & dining scene. It’s an incredible place to raise a family and enjoy life after kids."
Lori Ingram Arts & Entertainment; Nonprofit & Commerce; Education "All [of my accomplishments] have been possible because of the rich and diverse cultural scene here in the Land."
"I love Cleveland. I'm excited to help newcomers connect with our great city. I was born and raised here [and] moved back because this is where I want to live and raise my family."
"As a lifelong Cleveland resident, I’m always advocating for it as an incredible place to live and work [...] it's the best place to start or advance a career."
"Born and raised here, I’ve never had any intention of leaving, as I’ve developed a deep love for this city and all the creativity that flows through our community."
"Since moving to Cleveland in 2016, my love for this city has only grown stronger, and it's a constant source of inspiration in my work and life."
Sarah Green Nonprofit & Commerce; Marketing & Advertising
"There are so many people to meet in Cleveland and exploring is the best way to find your people. Cleveland feels like one big, small town—everyone’s connected [...] I truly love it here."
