Tag: Japanese cultural programs

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Interview with Masaki Fujimoto: Back in Japan, and reflecting on his Portland experience working at the Encorepreneur Cafe.

Posted onAuthorMichelle Walch

Looking for a different career, Masaki Fujimoto happened across a gerontology class at Portland Community College.  It was a good move. Before working for the Encorepreneur Cafe you worked as an editor.  Can you talk a little bit about what you were doing pre-Encorepreneur Cafe (EPC)? How did you get interested in working with seniors? Read More …

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Interview with The Encorepreneur Cafe’s Erin Schmith: Enjoying an opportunity to work with retirees in a cross-cultural setting

Posted onAuthorMichelle Walch

Working for a small team that is responsive to the community it serves appeals to Erin Schmith of The Encoreprenuer Cafe.   What were you doing prior to working at The Encorepreneur Cafe? I had just graduated with my Master’s in Arts Management from the University of Oregon the year I started at the Cafe. Read More …