Theme: "Embracing the Ecosystem Economy -Leveraging E-commerce "
About this Event
Casa Foundation is thrilled to announce the 14th Edition of Friends of Africa Economic Summit (FOA2024). Themed: ' Embracing the Ecosystem Economy- leveraging E-commerce", happening in October, 2024.
About Friends of Africa Economic Summit
Join us in October for this highly anticipated event, featuring Virtual and In-person sessions to a diverse audience across North America, Asia, and Africa from October 14 to October 19, 2024. The In-person sessions will be held on October 18 & October 19 at the prestigious Westin Harbor Castle Hotel, Downtown Toronto, Canada. All Delegates can prebook their hotel accomodation.
Friends of Africa:
This year's Economic Summit is designed to explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in strengthening economic and trade partnerships in the post-pandemic world. The summit will bring together leading experts, policymakers, academics, entrepreneurs, investors, and other key stakeholders from around the world to share insights, exchange ideas, and foster collaboration..
Our online sessions will feature a range of Mentorship, partnership connection sessiosn, prep presentations, pitch competitions, and Q&A sessions on various topics related to international trade, economic cooperation, investment, digitalization, and innovation. Participants will have the chance to interact with speakers and fellow attendees via our virtual platform.
Our in-person sessions will take place on October 18th and 19th at the Westin Harbor Castle Hotel, Downtown Toronto Hotel. These sessions will complement the online component with further keynote speeches, panel discussions, networking opportunities, job fairs, and interactive workshops.
The marketplace on 19th October is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their products and services and engage with like-minded people. The venue provides a perfect setting to meet new people and explore new business opportunities while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the hotel.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to engage with the world's top minds in economics and business. Register now to secure your spot at the Friends of Africa (FOA2024) Economic Summit. We look forward to seeing you there!
What should I Expect at FOA Summit ?
Keynote addressPanel discussionsFireside chat Pitch presentation*Workshops Business Showcase: Marketplace & ProductsBlack Founders in BusinessDelegates:
Government of Canada Government of Ontario Government of AlbertaGovernment of QuebecGovernments from African CountriesRepresentatives from Multilaterals Institutions Organization of Women in International Trade Diaspora Associations and Represenative Groups Professional Organizations Canadian Chambers of Commerce Canadian Boards of TradeColleges and Universities from other CountriesCanandian Financial Institutions Diplomatic Embassies in Canada Private Sector CorporationsWomen-led Groups Youth Initiatives Small and Medium Enterprises Non-Profit Organisations*FOA: Where Ideas meet Opportunities.
Rules apply.
Images from: Casa Foundation-FOA 2017, FOA 2018
- Hon Suze Morrisson, Canadian Parliament addresses Delegates at FOA opening .
- FOA 2018 CEO Forum: with Hon Boye Oyewunmi- Ondo State Government, Nigeria
- FOA 2017 African Forum: Nate Lowbeer-Lewis, MD, CPCS, Uganda; Arc. Olusola Oyelade, Principal, Casa Architects & Designs, Nigeria.
The Honorable Doug Ford
Premier, Government of Ontario, Canada addresses Delegates to FOA 2021
Full Video -
- Pic 1: FOA Team with Hon Navin Chandaria- Hon Consul General of Kenya.
- Pic 2: Startup Businesses @FOA 2017 Pitch Masters Candidates with Marlon Yarde, President of Barbados Stock Exchange and
- Julia Deans, President/ CEO of Futurpreneur, Canada
- FOA Pitch Presentation - 2017
FOA 2014 Keynotes
- Hon Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah: Minister of Presdency, Republic of Ghana
- Arc Olusola Oyelade: Chair, Casa Foundation
- Hon Han Dong: Member of Parliament and Min. of Univ. Traning, & Colleges, ON Canada at FOA 2014
Watch FOA 2018- Market Place
FOA 2018: Post Conference Meetings with Public sector-Government of Canada and Nigeria
- Hon Monte McNaughton, Minister of Infrastructure welcomes
- Dr. Olutoyin Oyelade- representing CasaFoundation Board, and Government of Ondo State delegation led by
- His Excellency, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.
- AfroCanadian Business Innovators @FOA MarketPlace.
FOA 2019- In Picture below:
Plenary Sessions and FireSide Chat with Nigerian Government- H.E Ambassador of Morroco in Canada: Madam Souriya Otmani
- Prof. Wendy Cukier- VP/ Director Diversity Institute @ Ryerson University, Canada
- Dr. Olutoyin Oyelade- President, Casa Foundation
- Hon Boye Oyewunmi- Special Adviser to Government of Ondo, Nigeria; Ondo Investments
- The Hon Jean Augustine: 1st Black MP/ Federal Minister, Canada
- The Hon Suze Morrison- Member of Parliament, Canada
- The Hon Faisal Ahmed- Member of Parliament, Canada
- Hon Hamid Hamdoucci- Special Adviser to the Kingdom of Morrocco,
- President/CEO MABI- Canada and Morroco
- Private Sector CEOs and Businesses.
Dont miss FOA 2021: Register Today
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, Canada
CAD 0.00 to CAD 5000.00
