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8 Days of gaining knowledge and skills through immersive experiences powered by valuable business connections and thought provoking conversations.
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The Global Leadership Africa Summit is more than a conference — it brings together a diverse community of global professionals, entrepreneurs, and game-changers.This year Global Leadership Africa Summit Week is a week-long of learning, growth, inspiration, connections and celebration of our diverse communities. The summit will offer a hybrid version, giving the attendees the opportunity to attend online + in-person with lively conversations. It will also generate rich networking opportunities while providing learning opportunities in leadership, tech entrepreneurship and global affairs.
SPEAKERS
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Emma Lohoues
TV Personality & Entrepreneur
Rotimi
Actor, Artist & Philantropist
Cherie Aimee
World Renowned Near-Death Survivor, Heart Transplant Recipient, And Ambassador, New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Emmanuel Sheyi Adebayor
International Soccer Player/ Golden Ball Recipient
Morin Oluwole
Director - Global Head of Luxury at Meta
Richard Mofe Damijo
Actor & Entrepreneur
Pete Ricketts
Governor of Nebraska
Veta Jeffery
President & CEO, Greater Omaha Chamber
Marco Kpeglo LeRoc
Creator, Global Leadership Africa Summit &
South Innovation Symposium ; Author; International Speaker
Don Bacon
U.S. Congressman for Nebraska's 2nd congressional district
Carol Blood
Candidate for Nebraska Governor and Nebraska State Senator
Tony Vargas
Candidate for US Congress and Nebraska State Senator
Darren Siekman
Vice President & General Manager, International Irrigation, Valmont Industries
Lina Traslaviña Stover, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Heartland Workers Center
Chinedu Igbokwe
Managing Partner & Litigator, Banwo & Igbokwe Law Firm
Bassel El-Kasaby
Founder of Kasaby Law and Attorney
Lisa Buyer
PR Disruptor, Author, Creator & Collaborator
Dr. Alger M. Studstill, Jr.
Deputy Director of Protection & Safety, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Troy Long
VP Hardware Product, Prospera Technologies, A Valmont Company
Brice Akoly Dogbeh, MBA
Founder & CEO of Yalent Academy
Yuridia Carolina Igbokwe
Founder & CEO, Lincua Academy
Tony Veland
Director of Community Engagement, AIM Institute
Fafa Assignon
Attorney at Law, Assignon & Reveiz Law Firm
Larry Duncan, LIMHP, LPC, LADC
Senior Director, Behavioral Health Services, Charles Drew Health Services
Ruth Nwaturuocha
Director of Operations, LeavenWealth
Tiffany Gamble
Founder, Emerging Ladies Academy
Nicka Johnson
CEO, Budget to Success
Allison Heimes
Attorney, Brown Immigration Law P.C. L.L.O.
Kimberly Horton - McMorris
Business Consultant & Founder, Black Wall Street Insurance Agency
Maxwell Morgan
Vice Chair, Omaha City Charter
Latoya-Maureen
Mental Health Advocate
Lena Riley
Legal Content Policy Manager, LinkedIn
Marie Hélène André
Executive Director, Yates Illuminates
More speakers coming soon
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The Global Leadership Africa Summit highlights
Experience some the memorable moments from our past gatherings. Over 800 participants from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds came from more than 15 cites to get inspired, connect, and learn.
2021 Summit highlights
2019 Summit highlights
2018 Summit highlights
Whether you are a startup, small business , mid size company, organization or a corporation, our business expo will connect you with diverse groups of people, help generate sales leads, and brand exposure.
To honor sponsors, partners, and participants, we are partnering with the League of African Advancement, Inc. to provide scholarships for students of African and African descents, especially those in STEM.
WHY
OMAHA
Currently, the 42nd largest city in the United States the metropolitan area is home to over 900,000 people who welcome visitors with open arms and authentic Midwestern hospitality.
Everyone who came to Omaha helped shape its current cultural diversity, hard work ethic, and friendly demeanor.
THE 2021 GALLERY
The 2021 Global Leadership Africa Summit Gallery
WHAT ATTENDEES ARE SAYING
“ The Global Leadership Africa Summit is a critical platform in reshaping Africa’s narrative, particularly in the West. The conference provides a unique opportunity to learn, network, and connect with members of the diaspora with a shared interest in Africa. The Leadership Africa Summit is intentional about setting the stage and contributing towards Africa’s economic, social, and cultural development through dialogue and empowerment. I look forward to participating each year. ”
“ Anyone taking time to attend the Global Leadership Africa Summit will agree that it is a very positive learning experience, with programming well aimed to enhance skills and inform attendees of terrific opportunities in local, national and international business. The networking opportunities are impressive and for the City of Omaha, this event is a signature and visible attraction that highlights opportunities that have too often been overlooked. The event and regional attendance were impressive. Don't miss the next one. ”
“ Global Leadership Africa Summit was a phenomenal all encompassing conference. Bringing not only the community together with one goal of improving and empowering the continent of Africa. Boris Kodjoe’s exceptional keynote speech was not only moving but a powerful testament when action and unity can coincide together. ”
SOME OF OUR PAST SPEAKERS
Marco Kpeglo LeRoc
Author , International Speaker, Host and Creator of the Global Leadership Africa Summit
Thione Niang
International Motivational Speaker, Social Entrepreneur, and Co-Founder, Akon Lighting Africa
H. DELE DAVIES, MD, MS, MHCM
Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Dean for Graduate Studies, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Anthony Goins
Director of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development
