Africa Meet Africa conference brochure

REGISTRATION BROCHURE

AMACE

Africa Meet Africa Conference/Expo

29-30 November 2011

www.iba-globalexpo.com

Namibia

EthiopiaAfrica

AfricaUganda ZambiaRwanda

Sierra LeonAngola

Cameroon

South Africa

BotswanaNigeria

Malawi

Zimbabwe

Kenya

Tanzania

The Africa Meet Africa Conference & Expo is an essential conference for anyone looking to do business in Africa. The conference is a powerful tool for Companies currently, or exploring the possibilities of, doing business on the continent. By attending the Conference & Expo, you and your colleagues will have the opportunity to obtain

information on the latest trade and investment opportunities in Africa’s most promisingsectors including power, energy, health, infrastructure, agribusiness, and consumer goodsand services; network with as many as 500 key African private sector andgovernment representatives; choose from more than 18 industry-speci�c sessions; explorenew business opportunities by identifying speci�c growth areas and projects; discover thelatest �nancing options; meet potential business partners; speak with exhibitorsrepresenting companies on the cutting-edge of investment in Africa; and perhaps forge apromising business deal, as past participants in our conferences have done.

Register for the conference by October 27th to take advantage of substantial savings onregistration fees. Please share this information with others in your organization who mightbene�t from attending this premier conference on African commercial ties andinvestment opportunities.

This year’s conference program, networking opportunities, and Conference EXPO will make thisan event you will not want to miss. Please visit www.iba-globalexpo.com for program updates/information and registration.

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration, and we look forward to welcoming youin Johannesburg for the Africa Meet Africa Conference and Exp 2011.

Sincerely,

Emiley VollmerPresident and CEO

Dear Colleague,

From November 29– 30, 2011, IBA Global will host the Africa Meet Africa Conference/Expo

Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Convention Center, Johannesburg, South Africa

On behalf of the Conference/Expo Planning Committee, I am pleased to invite you and your colleagues

to register to attend this �rst-of-its-kind event.

IBA Global has built a reputation for producingpremier events based on access to and relationships with key private sectorleaders from the across the Globe. Africa Meet Africa Conference/Expo, a twoday event, will provide comprehensive information on the latest trade andinvestment opportunities across Africa’s most promising sectors, including:agribusiness, natural resources development, infrastructure, energy, power,health, security, and good and services. You will have the opportunity tonetwork with key African private sector and government leaders,identify speci�c growth areas and hear detailed information about projects thatare ripe for investment. Meet potential business partners, as well as numerous desicion makers and keygovernment o�cials.

The African continent is among the fastest-growing economic regions in theworld, attracting foreign direct investment from businesses small to large fromaround the globe. According to the Harvard Business Review, Africa and Asiawere the only continents to grow during the recent economic recession. Africa’sgrowth rate increased to nearly 5% in 2010 and is likely to reach 5.2% in2011. Africa o�ers a higher return on investment than any other emergingmarket, according to UN data; and is home to a tremendous market of morethan 900 million potential consumers. This reliable growth is due not only tothe wealth of opportunities available in Africa, but also due to its continuede�orts for greater political stability and an unprecedented level of governmentreform to attract foreign investment. Africa has proven itself to be an essentialasset for any company.

ABOUT IBA Global

A Cultural and Communicationentity,which facilitates international business skills, communication andstrengthening the commercialrelationship between the Global Entitiesand all the nations of Africa.

IBA Global carries out industry-speci�cprograms that promote businesspartnerships, raise Africa’sinvestment pro�le Globally.

IBA Global International Trade membercompanies’ business networks,and provide for the exchangeof information about businessopportunities in Africa and the world.

With over 20 000 members across the African Continent, IBA Global pridesitself in its ability to operate on a global scale.

Our Members start from Small Businessess through to powerful woman owned enterprises.

For more information on IBA Globalvisit www.iba-global.com

Africa o�ers a higher return on investment than any other emerging market, according to UN data; and is home to a tremendous market of morethan 900 million potential consumers

NOVEMBER 29-30, 2011 Johannesburg, South Africa AMACE


The conference will include more than 18 comprehensive plenary and workshop sessions, during which participantswill obtain the latest information on trade and investment opportunities across Africa’s most promising sectors. Thesesessions will be led by African leaders whose expertise stems from their successful ongoing ventures inAfrica. You will be introduced to new business opportunities and learn detailed information about projects that areripe for investment.

The conference will also include a Conference EXPO, giving companies and organizations the opportunity to showcasetheir services and/or products to as many as 500 participants.

CONFERENCE AT-A-GLANCE

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY November 29, 2011 November 30, 2011

Registration

“Doing Business in…” Forums

Summit EXPO*

Plenary I

Networking Smash

Networking Lunch

Plenary II

Plenary III

Workshops

Networking Break

Workshops

Welcome Cocktail

Registration

“Doing Business in…” Forums

Summit EXPO*

Plenary IV

Networking Break

Workshops

Networking Lunch

Plenary V

Plenary VI

Workshops

Networking Break

Workshops

Pre-Dinner Closing Reception

Closing Dinner

CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES

*To register, please visit www.iba-globalexpo.com or contact: Jacqui Setoaba - IBA Global Chief Operations O�cer | [email protected]

AFRICA MEET AFRICA CONFERENCE AND EXPO 201129 - 30 NOVEMBER 2011 - JOHANNESBURG,SA

Plenary & Workshop SessionsDuring the plenary and workshop sessions, you willobtain the latest information on trade and investmentopportunities across Africa’s most promising sectors.These sessions will be led by IBA Global leaderswhose expertise stems from their successful andongoing ventures in Africa. You will be introduced tonew business opportunities and learn detailedinformation about projects that are ripe for investment.

Sectors covered during the Conference:

Agribusiness

Natural Resources

Health

Infrastructure

Business Development

Entrepreneurship

Energy

Goods and Services

Pre-Cocktail Welcome Receptionand Welcome CocktailThe Africa Meet Africa Conference & Expo 2011Pre-Cocktail Welcome Reception and Welcome Dinnerwill be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at theBirchwood Hotel. The Pre-Cocktail WelcomeReception will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.,followed by the Welcome Dinner from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Pre-Dinner Closing Receptionand Closing DinnerThe Pre-Dinner Closing Reception and ClosingDinner will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, atthe Birchwood Hotel & Conference. ThePre-Dinner Closing Reception will be held from 7:15p.m. to 8:15 p.m., followed by the Closing Dinnerfrom 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Conference EXPOThe Conference EXPO is part of the larger Africa Meet Africa Conference/Expo and gives companies andorganizations the opportunity to showcase theirservices and/or products to as many as 500participants who represent companies andorganizations from across the globe with interests inAfrica. This year’s Conference EXPO will provide morepromotion opportunities than ever before. The EXPOwill be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. onTuesday, November 29th and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. on Wednesday, November 30th.

Delegate Pass US$320.00Chamber Member US$310.00Students (Africa) US$280.00

EXHIBITORS US$1.520.00EARLY BIRD EXHIBITORS US$1320.00

African government o�cial US$280.00

Delegate Pass US$410.00Chamber Member US$400.00Students (Africa) US$320.00African government o�cial US$320.00Welcome dinner ticket

for non-registrant US$150Closing dinner ticket

for non-registrant US$200

*To register, please visit www.iba-globalexpo.com or contact: Jacqui Setoaba, Chief Operations O�cer, IBA Global [email protected]

REGISTRATION RATES & DEADLINES

noitartsigeR lareneG laicepS driB ylraE(Until 27 October 2011) (30 October 2011– 25 November 2011)

NigeriaNamibia

Uganda KenyaZambia

RwandaSouth Africa

EthiopiaMalawi

BotswanaDRC

Full Conference Registration: Full conferenceregistration fees cover your attendance at plenarysessions and workshops; access to the Conference EXPO;welcome reception/dinner and closing gala; morningand afternoon refreshment breaks; networking lunches; and conferencematerials and session handouts.

To Register: To participate in the Conference, register online at www.iba-globalexpo and pay by credit card(American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Discovery).

The preferred method of payment is via credit card ,however, if you need to pay via wire transfer, cheque, orcash, please contact us on [email protected] a form will be send to you for completion.Once completed, send it via email [email protected] and include the subject line:SPECIAL INQUIRY/REQUEST. A representativewill contact you within one business day. Registrationwill not be con�rmed until payment is received.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION MUSTBE RECEIVED BY October 27, 2011.

Guests: Registrant guests are welcome to attend thewelcome reception/dinner and/or the closing galadinner. Tickets for guests to these events can be addedto your shopping cart and purchased at the time ofonline registration.

On-site Registration: On-site registration will be heldat the Birchwood Hotel November 29-30,2011. Full payment must be made for on-siteregistration. A $50 surcharge will apply.

CANCELLATION POLICYAll cancellations must be submitted in writing. A writtencancellation received on or before October 27, 2011will be eligible for a full refund. Written cancellationsreceived after October 27, 2011 but prior toNovember 9, 2011 are eligible for a 50 % refund.No refunds will be made for cancellations received onor after November 9, 2011 or for no-shows; however,registrations may be transferred to other individualsupon written request before November 9, 2011. Norefunds will be made for cancellations postmarked afterNovember 9, 2011. Refunds will be processed afterthe conclusion of the Conference. Please allow three (3)weeks from the Conference end date to receive yourrefund. All cancellations are subject to a $100processing fee.

INTERNATIONAL ATTENDEESIf you do not hold a passport from a visa-waivercountry, you are strongly encouraged to contact thenearest South African embassy or consulate as soon aspossible to schedule an interview for a visa. The visaprocess can be lengthy. IBA-Global cannot provide anyadditional assistance concerning the procurement of avisa. The decision is wholly a matter for the South African embassy in your country.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for registering for the Africa Meet Africa Conference & Expo 2011! As you �nalize your plans to attend theConference, it is important that you review the following information. We look forward to seeing you in Johannesburg.

GETTING TO THE CONFERENCE

CONFERENCE LOCATIONBirchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference CentreViewpoint StreetBartlett, BoksburgJohannesburg, South Africa

TRAINYou're in luck. As one of the country's most accessiblecities, Johannesburg One of the major and exciting Speed Train transport system(Gautrain)Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centeris located close to the Airport and adjacent to the Gautrain

TAXITaxi stands are available at most hotels in thedowntown-area.

PARKINGLooking for a place to park?Self-parking is available in the Birchwood Hotel at no Charge.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONCHECK-IN

REGISTRATION TIMES:Registration check-in will take place on November 29-30 at Birchwood Hotel & Conference Center. You willreceive your registration badge, which is youradmission pass for the plenary and workshop sessions,EXPO, and lunch, and must be worn at all times.

Tuesday, November 298:00am – 5:00pmWednesday, November 308:00am – 5:00pm

INCLUDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION: Full conference registration fees cover your attendanceto all conference sessions and workshops; the ConferenceEXPO; welcome dinner and closing gala dinner; dailymorning and afternoon refreshment breaks; conferencematerials and session handouts; and Teas and biscuits andluncheons on Tuesday and Wednesday.

CONFERENCE TRAVEL & ACCOMODATIONIBA Global has reserved alimited number of sleeping rooms at the hotel wherethe Conference will take place, The Birchwood Hotel& Conference Center, for a special nightly rate of$259.00 (plus 14.0% local taxes). Thespecial room rate applies for the nights of November 29,and 30. www.birchwoodhotel.co.za

October and November are peak conference monthsin Johannesburg. The hotel will �ll up quickly, somake your reservation early! Once the room blocksare �lled, this rate may no longer be available.

CONFERENCE ATTIREDuring the course of the conference sessions,participants should be dressed in business attire. Forevening events, the attire is cocktail or traditional dress.

NigeriaNamibia

Uganda KenyaZambia

RwandaSouth Africa

EthiopiaMalawi

BotswanaDRC

RECEPTIONS & DINNER INFORMATION:

WELCOME RECEPTION AND DINNERTuesday, November 296:00pm – 10:00pm Birchwood Hotel and Conference Center Attire: national dress/cocktail

CLOSING RECEPTION AND DINNERWednesday, November 307:15pm – 10:30pmBirchwood HotelAttire: Traditional dress/cocktail

If you plan to bring a guest to the Tuesday or Wednesdaynight dinners, you must purchase a ticket for him/her.Tickets can purchased at the registration desk duringhours of operation, and are sold on a space-availablebasis. There will be no ticket sales at the door.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

CONFERENCE EXPOBe sure to visit the Conference EXPO, where companies fromthe Africa will showcase their products andservices. Take advantage of this opportunity to networkwith the leading companies across sectors doingbusiness in Africa. The Conference EXPO will take place atthe same venue as the Conference: The Birchwood Hotel & ConferenceCenter, Johannesburg, South Africa.

BUSINESS TO BUSINESS MATCHMAKINGPROGRAMFind a business partner at the Africa Meet Africa Conference& Expo! Looking to grow your business in Africa, buthaving trouble �nding just the right company to workwith? If you haven’t already signed up for the Conference’sBusiness to Business Matchmaking Program, visit the"B2B Matchmaking” counter at registration to �nd outhow you can �nd your future business partner at theConference. Once you have identi�ed your prospectivepartner, set up a meeting time. All scheduled meetingswill take place at the Conference venue.

NigeriaNamibia

Uganda KenyaZambia

RwandaSouth Africa

EthiopiaMalawi

BotswanaDRC

TRANSPORTATION AND TRAVEL INFORMATION

OR Tambo International AirportBirchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Center

Distance…. 7 KM

Airport Shuttle Service is available upon request at no charge.

Lanseria AirportBirchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Center

Distance… 35 KM

Estimated Taxi Fare… US$61/40 minutes

Contact usIBA GlobalTel: +27 21 839 1324

[email protected]

www.iba-globalexpo.com

NigeriaNamibia

Uganda KenyaZambia

RwandaSouth Africa

EthiopiaMalawi

BotswanaDRC

For more information on the AFRICA MEET AFRICA CONFERENCE & EXPO 2011 please contact:

Jacqui SetoabaChief Operations o�cer+27 21 839 1324 or [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you at the

AMACE 2011

AFRICA MEET AFRICA CONFERENCE & EXPO 2011

AMACE


NigeriaNamibia

UgandaKenya

Zambia

Rwanda

South AfricaEthiopia

MalawiBotswanaDRC