As a New Yorker – and especially as an international acclimatizing or building your life here – the New York Public Library (NYPL) system has a lot to offer you. Going far beyond the usual library fare of books, e-books, DVDs and computer access, NYPL offers cultural programs, exhibitions, classes, and assistance in a variety… Continue reading Five Things NYC’s Libraries Offer Which Might Surprise You
Author: Simon Clark
Entrepreneur Portrait: Christian Ruehmer, Proyecto Horizonte
New York International recently met with Christian Ruehmer on The High Line in Chelsea to talk about NYC’s startup scene and why New York is a great base from which to operate an international charity.Christian is an entrepreneur, co-founder of a charity, and a consultant for microfinance and small banks. Having built a life in… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Christian Ruehmer, Proyecto Horizonte
Mayor Michael Bloomberg: An International Retrospective
Michael Bloomberg, three time mayor of New York City and businessman with a net worth of $27b, has had in impact on the city like few other people. As his mayoral term comes to an end in November, the changes in New York City’s social programs, health legislation, financial regulations, and so many more matters… Continue reading Mayor Michael Bloomberg: An International Retrospective
How to find Employees in NYC
There’s a lot of talk about the number of people looking for jobs in New York City. With the economic slowdown and its recovery far from over, more qualified candidates than ever before are entering the job market. The pressure is on individuals to be the best, present themselves the right way, and find the… Continue reading How to find Employees in NYC
The World in NYC: Ireland
New York City has long been home to a large and thriving Irish community. By 1854 somewhere between 1.5 and 2 million Irish had emigrated to NYC largely due to the Irish Potato Famine of the 1840s – an event commemorated to this day by the Irish Hunger Memorial at the corner of Vesey Street and North… Continue reading The World in NYC: Ireland
Entrepreneur Portrait: Massimo Baldini, Livio
Genoa, Italy native, Massimo Baldini, is an international entrepreneur and innovator. After receiving his MBA from the University of Chicago in 2003, Massimo remained in the US to start a new business with founder, Jake Sigal. He is now president of Livio, a Michigan-based tech company that works to integrate apps with cars. Livio Connect… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Massimo Baldini, Livio
Can NYC’s Underground Park get off the Ground?
There’s no denying that the High Line has had a huge economic impact on the areas of Chelsea it runs through. That isn’t always a good thing, argue some, but the fallout from increasing property value and migrating consumers does nothing to change the facts: 12,000 jobs created – 8,000 of which were in construction… Continue reading Can NYC’s Underground Park get off the Ground?
Entrepreneur Portrait: Pierre Mendy, Fashion Designer
Born in Rouen, France, Pierre Mendy is a fashion designer whose original pieces have graced runways in New York, London, and Paris. He has designed for such powerful houses as Vivienne Westwood and Ralph Lauren.Pierre gained his initial fashion training through the Institut Superieur de la Mode and at the Albert de Mun Technical College,… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Pierre Mendy, Fashion Designer
Chinese New Year in New York City
This year, on February 10 people across the world will celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year, the most widely celebrated traditional Chinese festival. Also known as the Spring Festival, this fifteen day festival begins on the first day of the lunar new year, and ends on the fifteenth day of the new year with the… Continue reading Chinese New Year in New York City
The World in NYC: Australia
Australians are now visiting New York City in record numbers, spurred on by the country’s growing economy and a targeted advertising and promotions campaign from NYC’s hoteliers and tourism promoters. Along with India, China, and Latin America, the city’s official tourism bureau NYC & Company has identified Australia as an important market for the city’s… Continue reading The World in NYC: Australia