In this episode, we chat with Sara Elaqad, Executive Director of Minds Matter Cleveland, about her journey to the United States, building a life in Cleveland, and how her own experiences helped shape her commitment to expanding educational opportunity for young people.

Sara shares her perspective on the importance of giving students access not only to academic resources, but also to mentors, experiences, and networks that can help them see new possibilities for their futures. Through Minds Matter Cleveland, she now helps lead that work for high school students from low-income households across the region.

Tune in for a conversation about immigration, education, opportunity, and what it means to use your own experiences to help create a path forward for others.

Music: Purple Planet

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Christine Jellis, an Australian-born cardiologist and physician leader at Cleveland Clinic, about her journey from medical training in Australia to building a career and life in Cleveland.

Dr. Jellis shares insights into the future of cardiac imaging, minimally invasive heart procedures, and the growing role of AI in healthcare, while also reflecting on why Cleveland has become home for her family. Tune in for a conversation about innovation, international talent, and the opportunities that make Northeast Ohio a global hub for healthcare and research.

Music: Purple Planet

Dr. Lara Jehi is leading the way in healthcare innovation! As the inaugural Chief Research Information Officer at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Jehi bridges technology and research to transform patient care. Discover how quantum computing is set to revolutionize drug discovery and patient care, making the impossible possible. #HealthcareInnovation

Music: Purple Planet