The Sierra Leone Diaspora Investment Conference (#WeAreTheInvestors) is a one-day hybrid summit to showcase the impact of Sierra Leonean entrepreneurs and investors. Come find out why Salone is a choice investment destination!
Date & Time
October 7, 2023, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for the largest gathering of Sierra Leonean entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, and policymakers in the United States.
Speakers
Meet our distinguished lineup of business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, ecosystem experts, and policymakers sharing insights on Sierra Leone's evolving investment climate. The speaker lineup is updated weekly.
Ibrahim Cole
MANAGING DIRECTOR, LEONOIL (LEONCO)
Aminata Dumbuya
MAnaging Director, BSI
Edleen Elba
Managing Director, ELBA GROUP
Rahama Wright
CEO, YEleen enterprises
Haja Myers
Agribusiness specialist & FOunder, ETSU delight
Hamid G. Marah
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXPERT
Edwina Manyeh
Business & Technology
Leader
Leader
Dr. Fouad Sheriff
CEO & Co-Founder, Cotton TRee MEdical GRoup
Franklin Ibemessie
GLOBAL Procurement EXPERT
Dori Turay
Co-founder, stafford lodge
Vickie Remoe
Founder, make sierra leone famous & VR&C marketing
Isatu Harrison
Founder, IZELEA & CREATIVE HUB AFRICA
Bintu Jibao
master farmer & entrepreneur, nyanda enterprise
Denis Jusu
Master farmer & entrepreneur, jamjay agricultural co.
Susan Shepler
associate professor, american university
Andrew Tarazid-Tarawali
investment manager, small foundation
Mai Burnette
business consultant
Usifu Jalloh, The Cowfoot Prince
performing artist & Storymaster
Simon Levell
board member, truestone impact investment Management
Alex Rivera
Managing director, sierra tropical ltd (dole sunshine COMPANY)
Mohamed L. Bah
commissioner, maryland governor's commission on african affairs
SAIDU TEJAN-THOMAS
peabody award-winning journalist
Fatima Sesay
content creator, Inside the diaspora
David Vandy
award winning Broadcaster, pastor, and community leader
Schedule
8:00 AM
Coffee and Registration
Get in early, sign in, and get ready to network, connect and learn! Registration is an excellent opportunity to start a conversation with other professionals arriving at the conference. Volunteers will be on hand to help you find your name, confirm your tickets, and hand out the day's program. Check out the vendors section as you enjoy light snacks with your coffee or tea.
9:00 AM
Welcome, Opening Remarks, and National Anthem
PANEL DISCUSSION
Leaving Money On The Table: The Case For Investment & Entrepreneurship in Sierra Leone
PANEL DISCUSSION
From Struggle to Success: Overcoming Business Challenges in Sierra Leone
PANEL DISCUSSION
Unlocking Sierra Leone’s Tech Potential: Innovative Solutions for Local Challenges
PANEL DISCUSSION
Get Funded: Strategies for Securing Financing for Investment Opportunities
PANEL DISCUSSION
Grow What We Eat: Exploring Opportunities for Agricultural Investment to Feed The Nation
PANEL DISCUSSION
Building Bridges: Fostering Stronger Trade and Cultural Ties between the United States and Sierra Leone
Hotels and Accommodations
Here are some recommended accommodations, hotels and Airbnbs nearby. Let us know if you need help finding a place to stay.
Partners
Contact Us
We are your friendly neighbourhood Sierra Leone Diaspora Investment Conference planning committee please don't hesitate to get in touch with questions, comments, or suggests.
For inquiries call or whatsapp: +1 240-813-8043