as global markets shift, so should the way you do business
Over the past decade, Africa has witnessed rapid economic growth. While there have been enormous developmental benefits across the continent, challenges remain in promoting widespread access to resources, reducing income inequality, and strengthening the operating environment for businesses. Social impact investing has increasingly played a vital role in providing scalable solutions capable of supporting sustainable growth. As governments, businesses, and entrepreneurs attempt to realize the vision of an "integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Africa" set forth by the African Union in Agenda 2063, double bottom line businesses will play an instrumental role in engaging key stakeholders to provide the solutions and capital necessary to succeed. Join expert panelists to learn more about the investing landscape and the future of social impact programs in Africa.
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BRIAN AXELRAD, '09
Panelist
Chief Investment Officer, Beyond Capital Fund
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MARK THOMAS
Panelist
Director, Country Credit Risk, World Bank
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LISA CHEN
Panelist
Director of Measurement & Evaluation, Bridge International Academies
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CASEY HARRISON
Panelist
Rural Livelihoods Strategic Advisor, Nuru International
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MODUPE ODELE
Moderator
Impact Investing & Social Enterprise Lead, Strat!gos
Chief Investment Officer, Beyond Capital Fund
Director, Country Credit Risk, World Bank
Director of Measurement & Evaluation, Bridge International Academies
Rural Livelihoods Strategic Advisor, Nuru International
Impact Investing & Social Enterprise Lead, Strat!gos