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GHPAC Golden Gala Awards and Symposium
Celebrating Excellence & Tapping into the Power of the Diaspora
Join us on the 27th of September 2024, network and find opportunities as we foster strong international relationships and celebrate shared successes.
27th Sept. | Washington, DC United States
GHPAC Annual Golden Gala & Awards Symposium
The GHPAC Annual Golden is the largest and exclusive annual gathering of over 200 top business executives, CEOs, Politicians and Industry experts under one roof. The dinner gala symposium is designed to celebrate and honour high-achieving Ghanaian Diaspora individuals who are making major differences in various industries. The event features exclusive networking opportunities, knowledge-sharing platforms, delicious dinner galas, awards, beautiful music and a lovely fun time.
Invited Speakers
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
His Royal Majesty
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Sam Jonah
Jonah Equity Capital Fund
Senator Cory Booker
United States senator
Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah
American footballer
RETA JO LEWIS
Export-Import Bank of the United States
Be Inspired
Get inspired for greatness by exceptional leaders. Each conversation will motivate, engage, enlighten, and spur you to put what you’ve learned into action!
Largest Diaspora GATHERING
Industry trends and the business environment are constantly changing – stay ahead with high-level executives, learn new strategies and use them to accelerate your business or career.
GROW your Network
Tap into the only Ghanaian diaspora community with access, resources, influence and over 1,000+ carefully screened members for your advantage. Connect, explore new opportunities and expand your influence.
Tickets
The 2024 GHPAC Golden Gala and Awards Symposium will be held following the United States 53rd Annual Legislative Conferences (ALC) of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Convention on September 27, 2024.
Schedule
Symposium Agenda
September 26, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Registration & Networking | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Opening Remarks | 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Session 1 | Logistics & Supply Chain Opportunities | 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Break & Networking | 11:30 AM - 11:45AM
Session 2 | 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | Unexplored Real Estate Opportunity in Ghana
Break & Networking | 12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Session 3 | 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM| Expanding U.S.-Ghana Aviation
Break & Networking | 1:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Session 4 | 1:45 PM - 2:15 PM | Media, Sports & Entertainment
2:15 PM - 2:45PM: Interactive Q&A Session & Closing Remarks
Registration & Networking | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Registration and Networking
Opening Remarks | 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Welcome
Introduction of GHPAC and the run of show
Session 1 | Logistics & Supply Chain Opportunities | 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
- Current logistics and supply chain landscape in Ghana
- Potential collaboration with leading logistics companies
- Strategies to enhance logistics efficiency and reduce costs
- The role of the diaspora in advancing logistics and supply chain solutions in Ghana
Speakers:
- Eugene Krofah – African Food Market
- Ruby Amegah – Starbucks, reference Center for Applied Research and Innovation in Supply Chain-Africa
- Brian Luang Aoaeh – REFASHIOND Ventures
Break & Networking | 11:30 AM - 11:45AM
Introduction of next panel
Session 2 | 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | Unexplored Real Estate Opportunity in Ghana
- Overview of the real estate market in Ghana
- Opportunities and challenges in short-term rentals
- Navigating land titles and addressing land grabs
- Utilizing technology to improve real estate experience
- Resources and support available for diaspora investors
- Success stories and insights from real estate professionals in Ghana and the USA
Speakers:
- Brad Rohrs – The Rohrs Team
- Kweku Essien – Seso Global
- Erwin Kwawu – @TheBarracksGH | Diaspora Homes Ghana LTD
Break & Networking | 12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Introduction of next panel
Session 3 | 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM| Expanding U.S.-Ghana Aviation
- Current state of the aviation industry in Ghana
- Advocacy for improved aviation policies
- Empowering the diaspora to advocate for travel comfort and safety
Highlighting the perks and benefits airlines offer to professionals and business owners
Speakers:
Break & Networking | 1:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Introduction of next panel
Session 4 | 1:45 PM - 2:15 PM | Media, Sports & Entertainment
- Overview of the Sports, Media, Arts, and Entertainment industry in Ghana and its diaspora – highlighting the recent success of visual artists like Amoako Boafo, Ibrahim Mahama and others, and the role of sportsmen and women like Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah , and Sports Business Execs like Ohemaa Nyanin
- How have Ghana’s Visual Artists achieved global recognition and commercial success?
- What role can partnerships with the diaspora and international business play in the commercial success of these industries ?
- What can the sports business , media, and film and music industries learn from the success of visual artists?
- Sports, Arts and Media can be a pivotal tool for advancing cultural narratives and a country’s national image. How can professionals in these fields be good stewards of Ghana’s cultural legacy while helping to shape and imagine our future?
Speakers:
- Pops Mensah-Bonsu – President of G-League Operations for the New York Knicks, President of Seed Academy
- Dr. Kwame Agyemang – University of Kentucky | Director – Future of Sports Institute
2:15 PM - 2:45PM: Interactive Q&A Session & Closing Remarks
GOLDEN STOOL VIP RECEPTION
A Special Evening Discussion
September 27, 2024 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
DINNER AWARDS PROGRAM
September 27, 2024 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Dinner Gala and Awards Presentation
About GHPAC
Ghana Diaspora Public Affairs Collective is a nonpartisan, nonprofit social welfare advocacy collective dedicated to empowering Ghanaians in the Diaspora through civic and political action. We are committed to working collectively as Ghanaians, people of Ghanaian descent and friends of Ghana to encourage civic engagement and advance policies through research, education, and community building.