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African Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
Presented by African Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
+1 702 649-2000
Upcoming Events
Day 1
September 22, 2023
Day 1 - September 22, 2023
Business Summit and Expo

The African Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Economic Business and Trade Summit brings together business owners in the diaspora and globally to experience a day of provocative, profound, and innovative discussion on thriving locally to strengthen the conversation of small business diversity, equity, and inclusion and establishing goals by building strategic partnerships that enable enterprises to grow and thrive—connecting resources and opportunities to networks and successes.

This Economic Business and Trade Summit will allow entrepreneurs to identify potential growth areas to expand globally. Attendees will stretch their entrepreneurial thinking and look at the world as a global marketplace in a completely new way.

In an immersive going, international experience, attendees will hear from keynote speakers, roundtable talks, and networking opportunities across industries. Please reserve your seat and join us!
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am
    REGISTRATION
  • 09:30 am - 10:30 am
    WELCOME AND OPENING PLENARY PANEL
    The Global Context: Growing Your Business Post Pandemic Economic Recovery & Resilience Opportunities.
  • 10:30 am - 11:20 am
    PANEL DISCUSSION
    Going Global: Resources Available to support Expansion.
  • 11:20 am - 11:30 am
    NETWORKING BREAK
  • 11:30 am - 12:30 am
    PANEL DISCUSSION
    Why Africa? Why Now?? Engaging the African Diaspora in Economic Development in Africa.
  • 12:30 pm - 01:30 pm
    LUNCH: KEYNOTE
  • 01:30 pm - 02:30 pm
    PANEL DISCUSSION
    The Business of Film in Africa: Are there Opportunities in the Diaspora for the Booming African film industry?
  • 02:30 pm - 03:15 pm
    AFTERNOON SESSION
    REACHING YOUR FULL POTENTIAL
  • 03:15 pm - 03:30 pm
    NETWORKING BREAK
  • 03:00 pm - 03:45 pm
    BREAKOUT SESSION – MAIN ROOM
    The Future is Female: Investing in Women, the Gateway to Disrupting Economic Development.
  • 03:00 pm - 03:45 pm
    BREAKOUT SESSION – ROOM A
    Business Opportunities in Africa: How to Penetrate New & Emerging Markets in Africa.
  • 03:45 pm - 04:15 pm
    PLENARY PANEL SESSION
    Doing Business in Africa Delegates will share success stories and tips on understanding the African business system.
  • 04:15 pm - 04:30 pm
    Closing Address: Going Forward, Faster, Expanding your Business

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Venue:
City of Las Vegas Campus
495 S Main Street | Las Vegas | Nevada 89101n

Time:
9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Register Here
Day 1
September 22, 2023
Day 1 - September 22, 2023
Cultural Festival
Get ready for a festive vibe and a culturally rich experience in Las Vegas. Enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly FUN for YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. Our signature cultural marketplace, the most prominent African Festival on the West Coast, makes a statement. Local, national, and global attendees will converge in Las Vegas. The Marketplace showcases vendors, exhibitors, dance, drums, fashion, arts and crafts, live musical performances, beverages, and other performances

There will be interactive games, a Kid's Corner, authentic Food, live entertainment, DJ, music, storytelling, face painting, drum circle, arts and crafts, and much more

Shop our Marketplace, buy some African crafts and fashion, learn of resources available in the community by business stakeholders/organizations, and forge new friendships and business relationships. At the same time, you listen and dance to African sounds.

We can't wait to see your face in the place!

This is a FREE EVENT!

Volunteer Opportunities - Click here to submit the volunteer application form
Register Here
Venue:
Clark County Government Amphitheater
500 Grand Central Park Way
Las Vegas NV

Time:
5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Day 2
September 23, 2023
Day 2 - September 23, 2023
Awards Gala
To wrap up the culture weekend experience, join us for the 2023 Afrikfest Awards Gala to honor and celebrate the vibrant and diverse business landscape in our community!

Come dressed to impress in your favorite traditional attire for an evening of African Excellence. Enjoy delicious cocktails, dinner stations, and the chance to network with government officials, community stakeholders, and industry leaders. Show your support for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and leaders who have made remarkable impact locally and globally. Come experience this extraordinary night of recognition and appreciation!

Venue:
Keep Memory Alive Events Centre
888 West Bonneville Avenue
Las Vegas NV 89106

Time:
6:30pm – 10:30pm
Reserve Your Ticket

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