Register now to be part of the 9th cohort of 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 21–40) to join the ninth 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 four-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 9:

April 11th – Kickoff Brunch (Ohio City)
Start the program in style with brunch at one of Cleveland’s top spots to network. Meet your cohort, enjoy great food, and break the ice with new friends.

April 15th – Happy Hour at Southside (Tremont)
Enjoy some local brews and bites all while connecting with your cohort in one of the most vibrant neighborhood in Cleveland.

April 20th – Cooking Class at Tita Floras (Independence)
Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on Filipino cooking experience at beloved local spot Tita Flora’s. Learn new skills, share a delicious meal, and bond with your cohort over great food and culture.

April 25th – Volunteer Event with Chair-ity (Goodrich-Kirtland Park) 
Give back to the community by helping organize and assemble furniture for families in need. Work side-by-side with your cohort for a meaningful afternoon that makes a real impact.

May 5th – Final Celebration Event (Cleveland Heights)
Celebrate the journey together with a festive evening at CLE Urban Winery featuring catering from Cilantro Taqueria. Enjoy great food, drinks, and time to connect as a cohort while marking Cinco de Mayo in style.

BONUS: Complete the cohort and unlock an exclusive discounted professional membership to the Cleveland 20/30 Club!

Program Costs:

$150 (or 2 payments of $80).*

*all payments for those on payment plans are due by March 28th. No refunds will be issued past March 28th, 2026. 

For questions about this program please email 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 and learned 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