Welcome to Cleveland!!

Are you new to Cleveland? Recently moved back? Looking to meet new friends and discover the best of the city?

The Cleveland Professional 20/30 Club invites newcomers, transplants, boomerangers, or anyone who has moved to the area recently (ages 21–45) to join the eighth cohort of Welcome to Cleveland, a one-of-a-kind program designed to help young professionals feel at home, build connections, and fall in love with the city.

What You’ll Get

• Exclusive events: Fun, curated experiences that showcase Cleveland’s neighborhoods, restaurants, and culture (all while making it easy to meet people).
  
  

• Networking & friendships: Build your circle of friends and professional contacts through relaxed, welcoming events.
  
  

• Insider access: Meet community leaders, learn about volunteer opportunities, and plug into Cleveland’s best resources for young professionals.
  
  

• Private community chat: Stay connected with your cohort throughout the six-week program.

Program Highlights

Each event is designed to help you experience Cleveland while building friendships and lasting connections. They also highlight the Cleveland Professional 20/30 Club’s four pillars—Social, Networking, Philanthropy, and Education—so you’ll get a well-rounded introduction to both the city and the community you’re joining. Here’s a look at what’s planned for Cohort 8:

October 4th – Kickoff Brunch (Downtown)
Start the program in style with brunch at one of Cleveland’s historic spots. Meet your cohort, enjoy great food, and break the ice with new friends.

October 8th – Happy Hour at Collision Bend (The Flats)
Sip local brews by the water and connect with your cohort in one of the most scenic spots in the Flats.

October 19th – Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt (University Circle)
Discover the art, history, and hidden gems of University Circle. A perfect way to explore the city while making connections.

October 25th – Volunteer Event (Mt. Pleasant) 
Give back to the community through a meaningful volunteer experience with the Thea Bowman Center. 

November 11th – Leadership Workshop Session (Downtown)
A civic engagement workshop where participants will have the chance to learn from local leaders.

November 17th – Bowling & Friendsgiving at Mechanical Pins (Ohio City)

Wrap up the program with a festive evening of bowling, catered Friendsgiving bites, and plenty of laughter with your new friends. 

** You are not required to attend all of the events, but we encourage you to attend as many as possible to receive the most benefit from the program. 

Cost: $150 or four payments of $40. No discounts are available for this program.

Register HERE

For questions about this program please email Ashley Clark and Jake Stepec, Program Directors at programdirector@cleveland2030.org 

"I really enjoyed the program, and once I met everyone in the cohort, it made attending other Club events easier. I always saw familiar faces when I otherwise would have been overwhelmed by attending my first event and not knowing anyone. The kick-off brunch was so much fun. We played a dozen ice breaker games to ensure we got to know everyone to learn about our common interests. You could hear our laughter from down the hall. The program is excellent and Melinda, the program manager, is awesome. I loved the Facebook group chat because it gave us a closer sense of community and allowed us to keep in touch throughout the four months so we could organize last minute meetups. I can't stop raving to my friends and family how awesome this entire club is!" - Katriina Floderus, Cohort Two 

"Last year, I returned to Cleveland after living in Nashville for four years. As an entrepreneur, I was looking for a way to surround myself with like-minded people who would allow me to challenge myself while also allowing me to experience more of the city that I grew up in. That's when I found the 20/30 Club. Through the club, I have met some amazing people and had some great experiences. I've only been a part of the 20/30 Club for six months, but have already had so many great things come of my membership. I am looking forward to being a part of the club over the years to come and would recommend joining to anyone who is interested in meeting new people and experiencing parts of Cleveland that they haven't before." - Mitch Schoenman, Cohort Two

Click HERE to meet the first cohort of Welcome to Cleveland!

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