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Future of Finance & Trade 2.0 Conference | April 23
Day 3 Schedule
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
9:00-9:10
Welcome Messages
Master of Ceremonies: Bernard Height, Senior Director, SAIC
Opening welcome messages from the Dean, GWSB and the Vice Provost of the University.
9:15-10:00
Opening Keynote Speakers
10:05-10:45
Session One:
Pioneering Digital Transformation In Africa And Beyond Featuring: NGSER
Join the CEO of NGSER in this fireside chat to explore the company’s journey from its 2007 founding in Côte d'Ivoire to becoming a leader in Africa’s digital transformation...
Moderator: Ambassador Omar Arouna, Co-Founder and Board Chair, Center for Cyber Diplomacy and Leadership
Panelists: TBA
10:45-11:00
Coffee Break
11:05-12:05
Session Two:
Development Strategies, New Technologies, And Innovation
This session will focus on new ideas to drive equitable and sustainable growth in Africa...
Moderator: Femi Akinrebiyo, Global Manager, Manufacturing Investment & Trade IFC
Panelists: TBA
12:10-13:20
Lunch Session:
Conversation With Central Bank Governors And Ministers Of Finance
The fireside chat will feature distinguished participants from Central Banks and/or Ministries of Finance...
Moderator: Prof. Danny Leipziger, The George Washington University, School of Business
Panelists: TBA
13:25-14:30
Session Four:
Africa Market Entry Strategies And Opportunities: Nigeria, Angola, And Gabon
This panel will explore strategic approaches to investing in Africa, using Nigeria, Angola, and Gabon as case studies...
Moderator: Aisha Rimi, The Executive Secretary/CEO, Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC)
Panelists: TBA
14:30-14:45
Coffee Break
14:45-15:45
Session Five:
Entrepreneurship And Innovation Driving Africa’s Growth
This discussion will explore dynamic entrepreneurial programs and collaborations between the United States and Africa...
Moderator: Aisha Bond, President, The Greater Washington Black Chamber of Commerce
Panelists: TBA
15:45-16:45
Session Six:
Funding Innovations To Boost Climate Finance
Innovation and new funding models are urgently needed to meet the continent’s climate financing gap...
Moderator: Romi Bhatia, Investment, Prosper Africa
Panelists: TBA
16:45-17:15
Closing Session:
Summary Remarks And Closing Statements
17:15-18:15
Cocktails For All Participants
19:00-21:30
Africa Night Gala Dinner Reception (Strictly by Invitation Only)
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