In this episode, we talk to Ali Estefan a multilingual urbanist, who brings a people-centered approach to planning and community development. She is currently the VP of Planning and Design at MJA, a public relations and communications firm headquartered in New York City. She is also the head of the NYC Chapter at the Center for Conscious Design and Board Member at Garra, a CBO that advocates for Brazilian immigrants.
In this episode, we cover:

How to adapt to a new city and thrive
Why speaking more than one language is a strength
Resume tips for immigrant students and developed professionals

 
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More about The Immigrants In Corporate Podcast:
Welcome to the “Immigrants in Corporate” podcast. A podcast about Immigrants and the journey to belonging and thriving in the corporate workplace. Drawing on her experience as an immigrant with years of experience in corporate America, and her current role as a certified diversity professional who is working with global corporations to build a more inclusive workplace for underrepresented employees, Lola Adeyemo is amplifying the voices of immigrants across different geographical locations and within the corporate workplace. This podcast is focused on highlighting the different barriers immigrants face in the corporate workplace and sharing insights for overcoming and thriving at work by leveraging individual uniqueness and cultural background. The discussion will be based on the different categories from the book “Thriving in Intersectionality”.
 
As an Immigrant in the corporate workplace or an International student looking forward to getting into the corporate workplace in a new country listen in for insights and visit www.immigrantsincorporate.com for more information on social media communities and upcoming live events and resources.
 
Join Lola Adeyemo, each week as she connects you with immigrants who work across different industries and in different parts of the world. Hear their stories and learn how they are working towards belonging and thriving every single day.