Kenneth Rainey

Kenneth (Trey) Rainey is a skilled professional with substantial experience in project management and program coordination. Currently serving as a Program Associate at the Cleveland Council on World Affairs since January 2024, Rainey previously held the position of Project Manager at International Resource Development, Inc., where responsibilities included conducting detailed research and coordinating with clients and international teams. Prior roles include General Manager at Alpine International Ltd., where advancement occurred from a bar manager position, and Administrative Assistant for the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, providing support across various community programs. Traineeship experience includes a Database Management Intern role at Gravitas Ventures and multiple positions in academic settings, culminating in advanced degrees in East Asian Languages and Literature and Chinese Language and Literature from The Ohio State University. Rainey's educational background is further supplemented by international experience as a Visiting Scholar at the Beijing Film Academy.