Immigrant Success Stories

In celebration of National Immigrant Heritage Month, Beyond Borders Network is excited to announce the Immigrant Success Stories, a key event in our Global Career Series. This special event will provide attendees with invaluable insights on how to excel as an immigrant in various aspects of life, including career, finance, and business. Join us to hear inspiring success stories of immigrants who have overcome challenges, achieved significant milestones, and made impactful contributions to their communities and industries. Gain practical knowledge and inspiration to thrive in the United States.

Objectives;

• To better equip immigrants with essential knowledge and strategies to thrive in their career
• To inspire and support immigrant entrepreneurs in starting and growing their businesses  
• To provide key insights and tips for financial stability and growth
• To promote mental health and wellbeing among immigrants by providing access to resources and coping strategies. 
• To foster a community of support and networking among immigrants across various regions.                           

The Curriculum;

• Day 1: Being Financially Smart as an Immigrant
  • Speaker: Timilehin Bello – Founder, Media Panache
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• Day 2: Starting and Growing a Business as an Immigrant Entrepreneur 
  • Speaker: Jonathan Katende – CEO, Lipaworld
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• Day 3: Mental Health and Wellbeing as an Immigrant
  • Speaker: Chime Asonye – F0under, Nigerian Mental Health
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• Day 4: Climbing the Corporate Ladder as an Immigrant
  • Franklin Nwachukwu – Technology Consultant
  • Sandra Ajaja – Product Marketing Manager, PayPal
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• Day 5: Success Stories of International Students; Insights and Advice
  • Speaker: Oyinkasola Babayode – Research Intern, NYU Langone Health
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To watch Immigrant Success Stories Video Replay and stay connected with Beyond Borders Network, visit our Instagram page at BeyondBordershq