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Press Release: ICCR Announces New Community Engagement Manager and Board Members
Troy, N.Y. – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) now has a new Director of Community Engagement. DTrae Carter, (pronounced “Dray”), started in the role vacated by Holly McKenna when she was named the New Executive Director of the organization, last month. Carter will be responsible for tasks related to the organization’s newsletter and website, social media accounts, fundraising, and programming for various delegation visits.
Press Release: ICCR to Host Five Delegations in August
Troy, N.Y. – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) will be hosting five different delegations from across the world in the month of August.
Press Release: Board Announces New Executive Director
Troy, N.Y. – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR)’s Board of Directors is proud to announce that the role of Executive Director will be filled by Holly Planells McKenna, effective this month. “I’m very excited to lead the International Center of the Capital Region,” said McKenna. “I’m looking forward to fostering cultural understanding and engaging in foreign affairs to make them less foreign.”
Press Release: Search for New Executive Director
Troy, N.Y. – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) Board of Directors
announces a search has begun to find a new Executive Director of the nonprofit, after Jennifer
Zhao, the current Executive Director, resigns later this summer. “Ms. Zhao’s contribution to the organization and, consequently, our Region is immeasurable,” said Board President Mike O’Brien. “We are very sad to see her go, and can only hope to adequately fill her shoes to continue the mission of sharing diverse cultures.” “It has been my honor and pleasure to serve as the executive director for the International Center of the Capital Region,” said Zhao. Application are being accepted now.
Press Release: Nominations Now Open for Achievement Awards
Troy, N.Y. – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) is hosting its first Achievement Awards Ceremony this fall to honor foreign-born community members and others in the community who have made significant contributions to the area while advancing cross-cultural dialogue through volunteerism and advocacy. Nominations are open now until April 22nd.
Press Release: New Executive Director Future Plans
Troy, N.Y. – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) announced their new Executive Director, Jennifer Zhao, at the end of 2021.In a few short months, Zhao has laid the groundwork for an exciting and inspiring future for the international focused non-profit organization in the Capital Region.
Press Release: International Center of the Capital Region Celebrates Grand Reopening
Troy, N.Y. – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) today celebrated its relocation to Hudson Valley Community College with leaders from Hudson Valley, ICCR, local elected officials, and Aneesa Waheed, owner of Tara Kitchen, as the event’s keynote speaker. After the speaking program, attendees participated in round table discussions focusing on fund development, community engagement, and the speakers’ bureau and local resources.
Press Release: International Center of the Capital Region Moves Headquarters to Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY – The International Center of the Capital Region (ICCR) has moved its headquarters to the Hudson Valley Community College. Formerly located in Troy, the ICCR is a non-profit organization founded in 1956 to promote cultural understanding by welcoming international leaders and newcomers to the Capital Region. The new office of ICCR will be located in the Fitzgibbons Health Technology Center in a shared space with the college’s Office of Global Initiatives.