Companies to Insire Africa Launch Event on 16 January 2019

London Stock Exchange Group
10 Paternoster Square
London
EC4M 7LS
The launch of “Companies to Inspire Africa” will include an invite only Market Opening ceremony.
“Companies to Inspire Africa” is a pioneering report, compiled by London Stock Exchange Group showcasing a selection of Africa’s leading private companies, with the most inspiring stories and strongest growth potential.
To mark the launch of the second report, we will be hosting an exclusive conference at London Stock Exchange Group headquarters in Paternoster Square, London. The programme will feature a series of interactive panel sessions with a range of the nominated private businesses, who will share their unique, inspiring stories.
Other high profile speakers include representation from UK Government, Private Equity, Venture Capital and Impact Investors, as well as partners on the publication and media.
07.30 |
Guest Arrival & Breakfast
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07.50 |
Market Open Ceremony
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08.20 |
Launch Event Opening Addresses
David Schwimmer, CEO, London Stock Exchange Group
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08.30 |
UK Government Welcome
The Rt Hon Penny Mordaunt MP, Secretary of State for International Development
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08.35 |
Panel I: Themes emerging from Companies to Inspire Africa
Speakers:
Moderator: Deanne Chatterton, CEO, Instinctif Africa
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09.20 |
Fireside Chat: 360 perspective – Investing in high-growth companies
Speakers:
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10.00 |
Coffee Break
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10.20 |
Panel II: Women Leaders in Africa
Speakers:
Moderator: Manji Cheto, Business Development Manager, Africa – Primary Markets, LSEG
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11.00 |
Panel III: How can companies best prepare for the next stages in their growth?
Speakers:
Moderator: Umerah Akram, Head of ELITE Growth UK & Licensing
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11.40 |
Closing Remarks
Charlie Walker, Head of Equity Primary Markets, London Stock Exchange |
11.50 |
Networking and business lunch
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