About this Event
Conference Theme: Sudanese Diaspora Excellence
Join us for an exciting weekend in Seattle, Washington for a professional conference hosted by, funded by, and organized by Sudanese professionals. This conference is aimed to inspire the next generation and provide a platform for building connections and creating trust amongst like-minded Sudanese American Professionals.
Event Details
- Friday, October 30th, 6pm-10pm: Meet & Greet
- Saturday, October 31st, 2pm-10pm: Conference Day
What You'll Gain from the Conference
- Our distinguished speakers are amongst the most successful Sudanese Americans in the United States. They will be sharing their inspiring stories and how they got to where they are today.
- Opportunity to build new and existing connections with Sudanese-American professionals from across the United States.
- Find your mentor or business partner through various networking opportunties such as the Meet & Greet.
- Call to action for organizing ourselves to be a stronger diaspora community in the United States and learning how we can transfer our excellence back to rebuild our homeland, our beloved Sudan.
- Showcase of our incredible cultural show that will take you back to Sudan.
- Business Expo that conveys the entrepreneurial spirit of the Sudanese diaspora, supports rising businesses, and inspires others to start their own venture.
Expected Attendees
- Sudanese American Professionals
- Entrepreneurs
- High School, College, and Graduate Students
- Community Leaders
Must be 15 or older to attend this conference.
Special Hotel Rate for SAPS Conference Attendees
We are partnering with the Crowne Plaza Hotel Seattle-Downtown by IHG to offer a discounted rate for conference attendees. Click HERE to book your stay. Please see rates per night below:
- October 28th: $139
- October 29th: $139
- October 30th: $189
- October 31st: $189
- November 1st: $139
An Important Note:
Currently rates are showing $189 for all the nights but that is getting updates to the rates above. Please go ahead and make your reservations with the $189 rate for all the nights and we will work with the hotel in the background to ensure the correct rates apply. You will not be asked to make payments, reserve now and pay later!
For any inquires or questions, email us at [email protected]
10/31 - Conference Day
🕑: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Conference Day
Info: Join us for an exciting and eventful day filled with an amazing lineup of speakers, complimentary dinner, a cultural show, and business expo.
10/30 - Meet & Greet
🕑: 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Meet & Greet
Info: Join us for a welcoming evening of connection and conversation! Meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and enjoy an evening filled with music, a complimentary dinner, light refreshments, and plenty of photo opportunities.
Event venue & nearby stays
1113 6th Ave, 1113 6th Avenue, Seattle, United States
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