Manhattan, NYC
NOV 3RD - 4TH
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
01
Assistant Secretary-General
Sanda Ojiambo
Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations Global Compact
Ms. Ojiambo, with 20+ years of experience in development, the UN, and the private sector, has been a driving force for global business impact, upholding the UN's Ten Principles and Sustainable Development Goals. As the Assistant Secretary-General, she leads the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, fostering partnerships, advising UN leadership, and driving global impact.
02
Head of Investment Banking
Chidi Iwuchukwu
CO-Head of the Banking Division and Head of Investment Banking at Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria Limited
Chidi Iwuchukwu is a seasoned investment banker with 15+ years of experience in Leveraged and Acquisition finance. As CO Head of Banking and Head of Investment Banking at Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria Limited, he has played a pivotal role in significant acquisitions globally. With an MBA from Columbia Business School and multiple degrees from renowned institutions, Chidi's expertise in finance is unmatched. Join him to gain insights into investment banking and financial transactions.
THE CONFERENCE
Two Days of Powerful Discussions
November 3rd - 4th
5:00 pm
We are bound by a common thread that connects us to our beautiful continent. As we reflect on the last 20 years of building an African community at Columbia, our journey has been one of resilience, courage, and tenacity. Despite the differences that separate us, we remain united by our shared history, culture, and identity. It is incumbent upon us to recognize the power and potential that lie in strengthening our ties.
Our 20th annual conference is a testament to the power of unity, where Africans dispersed across the globe come together to explore, share, and amplify the potential embedded in our collective experiences. The theme, "Strengthening Our Ties," encapsulates the essence of our journey – rekindling bonds, fostering collaboration, and igniting the flames of progress.
ABOUT COLUMBIA AFRICON
The Columbia Africa Conference is a student-led collaboration between Columbia Business School, Columbia Engineering, and the Columbia School of International and Public Affairs. Over the last 20 years, we have provided a forum for meaningful engagement and thought-provoking discussions. This year, you’ll hear from an impressive lineup of speakers from across the continent and we expect participants to leave with a renewed sense of hope for Africa’s success and to be inspired to do their part in moving the continent forward.
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